Guidebook for Sightseeing, Activities, Food, Churches, Health/Emergencies

Tom And Lynette
Tom And Lynette
Guidebook for Sightseeing, Activities, Food, Churches, Health/Emergencies

The Neighborhood

The cottage is nestled on a hill, surrounded by trees. Most guests are amazed at how quiet this neighborhood is, considering it is only 150 yards from the pedestrian/bike trail and highway. A walk or run to the north end of the island and back is approximately 4 miles. To Heritage Point and back is roughly 3 miles.
Elizabeth Drive
Elizabeth Drive
The cottage is nestled on a hill, surrounded by trees. Most guests are amazed at how quiet this neighborhood is, considering it is only 150 yards from the pedestrian/bike trail and highway. A walk or run to the north end of the island and back is approximately 4 miles. To Heritage Point and back is roughly 3 miles.

Sightseeing

There are many places to explore. We have listed some that are you might enjoy!
Walking distance from the cottage.
33 residents recomanen
Island Farm
1140 U.S. 64
33 residents recomanen
Walking distance from the cottage.
If you love nature or floral gardens, this is a definite joy to visit.
122 residents recomanen
Els Jardins Elisabetans
1411 National Park Dr
122 residents recomanen
If you love nature or floral gardens, this is a definite joy to visit.
193 residents recomanen
La Colònia Perduda
1409 National Park Dr
193 residents recomanen
Aquari de Carolina del Nord a l'illa de Roanoke
374 Airport Rd
291 residents recomanen
Wonderful place to walk and enjoy a little history.
37 residents recomanen
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
1401 National Park Dr
37 residents recomanen
Wonderful place to walk and enjoy a little history.
This is a wonderful place to learn about the US Fish and Wildlife Refuges in eastern NC. It is well worth the time to visit and just might inspire you to explore the refuges, too.
21 residents recomanen
Coastal Nc Refuges Gateway Visitor Center
100 conservation Way
21 residents recomanen
This is a wonderful place to learn about the US Fish and Wildlife Refuges in eastern NC. It is well worth the time to visit and just might inspire you to explore the refuges, too.
37 residents recomanen
Manteo Waterfront Marina
207 Queen Elizabeth Ave
37 residents recomanen
8 residents recomanen
Roanoke Island Maritime Museum
104 Fernando St
8 residents recomanen
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Monument als germans Wright
1000 N Croatan Hwy
493 residents recomanen
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Parc Estatal de Jockey's Ridge
300 W Carolista Dr
395 residents recomanen
Pronounced “body”.
226 residents recomanen
Bodie Island Visitor Center
8180 Bodie Island Lighthouse Rd
226 residents recomanen
Pronounced “body”.
217 residents recomanen
Faru de Cape Hatteras
46379 Lighthouse Rd
217 residents recomanen
Currituck Beach Lighthouse Museum Shop
176 residents recomanen
Home of the Elizabeth II, a replica ship similar to that which brought the first colonists to America.
151 residents recomanen
Parc del Festival de l'illa de Roanoke
1 Festival Park
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Home of the Elizabeth II, a replica ship similar to that which brought the first colonists to America.
Commonly called the Cookhouse Museum, the museum is housed in the original cookhouse building that was part of the Pea Island Lifesaving Station. In 2006, the cookhouse was moved to Sir Walter Raleigh Street at Collins Park, a small park a few blocks opposite downtown Manteo. After renovating the cookhouse, in 2008 the Cookhouse Museum was opened to commemorate and remember the dedication and service that the black lifesavers of the Pea Island Lifesaving Station contributed to the history of America.
Pea Island Cookhouse Museum
622 Sir Walter Raleigh St
Commonly called the Cookhouse Museum, the museum is housed in the original cookhouse building that was part of the Pea Island Lifesaving Station. In 2006, the cookhouse was moved to Sir Walter Raleigh Street at Collins Park, a small park a few blocks opposite downtown Manteo. After renovating the cookhouse, in 2008 the Cookhouse Museum was opened to commemorate and remember the dedication and service that the black lifesavers of the Pea Island Lifesaving Station contributed to the history of America.
The boathouse that contains the museum is named in honor of George Washington Creef, the hardworking and inspired Roanoke Island native who designed the shad boat in 1883. For more information visit the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum webpage.
8 residents recomanen
Roanoke Island Maritime Museum
104 Fernando St
8 residents recomanen
The boathouse that contains the museum is named in honor of George Washington Creef, the hardworking and inspired Roanoke Island native who designed the shad boat in 1883. For more information visit the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum webpage.

Activities

Interested in a flyover or skydiving? This is the site!
Dare County Regional Airport (MQI) airport
410 Airport Rd
Fishing pier, small aquarium, good beach access with restrooms.
215 residents recomanen
Moll de Jennette
7223 S Virginia Dare Trail
215 residents recomanen
Fishing pier, small aquarium, good beach access with restrooms.
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Captain Johnny's Dolphin Watch
400 Queen Elizabeth Ave
13 residents recomanen
Great little adventure for families with young children.
Pirate Adventures of the Outer Banks
408 Queen Elizabeth Ave
Great little adventure for families with young children.
OBX Parasail
307 Queen Elizabeth Ave
Paddle board and kayak rentals
89 residents recomanen
Kitty Hawk Kites
307 Queen Elizabeth Ave
89 residents recomanen
Paddle board and kayak rentals
If you enjoy hiking and exploring, this small, little-known nature preserve is a fun option. There are no marked trails;!it gives a flavor of what the Outer Banks used to be before development.
8 residents recomanen
Run Hill State Natural Area Dedicated Nature Preserve
2200 Old Nags Head Woods Rd
8 residents recomanen
If you enjoy hiking and exploring, this small, little-known nature preserve is a fun option. There are no marked trails;!it gives a flavor of what the Outer Banks used to be before development.
This preserve is wonderful maritime forest that featuring trails that many love to hike or run. The elevations, trees, and vegetation are not what you would expect in such a close proximity to the beach. If you enjoy nature, it definitely is a place to spend a morning or afternoon.
122 residents recomanen
Nags Head Woods Preserve Dedicated Nature Preserve
122 residents recomanen
This preserve is wonderful maritime forest that featuring trails that many love to hike or run. The elevations, trees, and vegetation are not what you would expect in such a close proximity to the beach. If you enjoy nature, it definitely is a place to spend a morning or afternoon.
Great place to explore, particularly if you enjoy birds and unspoiled beaches.
94 residents recomanen
Centre de visitants del Refugi Nacional de Vida Silvestre de Pea Island
14500 NC-12
94 residents recomanen
Great place to explore, particularly if you enjoy birds and unspoiled beaches.
28 residents recomanen
Coquina Beach
28 residents recomanen
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Cape Hatteras National Seashore
27 residents recomanen
Sound side access that has lifeguard in summer. A fun place for kids to play as you watch the sunset, too.
Old Swimming Hole
374 Roanoke Island Trailer Ct
Sound side access that has lifeguard in summer. A fun place for kids to play as you watch the sunset, too.
Aerial tour of the OBX
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OBX Airplanes
410 Airport Rd
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Aerial tour of the OBX
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Skydive OBX, LLC
410 Airport Rd
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We are excited about this relatively new business here on Roanoke Island offering hands-on fly fishing experiences.
OBX On the fly
101 Sir Walter Raleigh St
We are excited about this relatively new business here on Roanoke Island offering hands-on fly fishing experiences.
Recently renovated and under new ownership, the Pioneer has old movies, comedy shows, theater, and concerts. Check out their website for more information.
24 residents recomanen
Pioneer Theatre
109 Budleigh St
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Recently renovated and under new ownership, the Pioneer has old movies, comedy shows, theater, and concerts. Check out their website for more information.

Food scene

We are strong proponents of locally-owned eateries and local seafood catches. This listing is not exhaustive, but will give you a good selection for dine-in or take out. Most have online menus to examine.
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Avenue Waterfront Grille
207 Queen Elizabeth Ave
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15 residents recomanen
Charis Coffee Company
107 G Budleigh St
15 residents recomanen
Ortega'z Southwestern Grill and Wine Bar
201 Sir Walter Raleigh St
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Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
305 Queen Elizabeth Ave
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Lost Colony Brewery and Cafe
208 Queen Elizabeth Ave
46 residents recomanen
15 residents recomanen
Olives A Greek Kitchen
207 Queen Elizabeth Ave
15 residents recomanen
15 residents recomanen
Charis Coffee Company
107 G Budleigh St
15 residents recomanen
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Front Porch Cafe-Manteo
300 US-64
17 residents recomanen
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Darrell's Restaurant
521 US-64
21 residents recomanen
7 residents recomanen
Great Gut Deli
219 Thicket Lump Dr
7 residents recomanen
58 residents recomanen
O'Neal's Sea Harvest
618 Harbor Rd
58 residents recomanen
99 residents recomanen
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
7623 S Virginia Dare Trail
99 residents recomanen
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Tale of the Whale
7575 S Virginia Dare Trail
47 residents recomanen
60 residents recomanen
Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar
2000 Sailfish Dr
60 residents recomanen
A small health-oriented cafe and juice bar. We loved the wraps!
23 residents recomanen
Freshfit Cafe
7531 S Virginia Dare Trail
23 residents recomanen
A small health-oriented cafe and juice bar. We loved the wraps!
A small “mom & pop” restaurant that many locals enjoy.
8 residents recomanen
T.L.'s Family Restaurant
812 US-64
8 residents recomanen
A small “mom & pop” restaurant that many locals enjoy.
9 residents recomanen
The Hungry Pelican
205 Budleigh St
9 residents recomanen
Great ice cream and smoothies; also wonderful pizzas certain evenings...
Olde Towne Creamery
Great ice cream and smoothies; also wonderful pizzas certain evenings...
8 residents recomanen
Wanchese Marina Llc
4457 Mill Landing Rd
8 residents recomanen
35 residents recomanen
Nags Head Pizza Company
4036 S Virginia Dare Trail
35 residents recomanen
6 residents recomanen
Garden Deli & Pizzeria
512 U.S. 64
6 residents recomanen
6 residents recomanen
Shaddai Peruvian Restaurant
112 US-64
6 residents recomanen
25 residents recomanen
Stripers Bar & Grill
1100A S Bay Club Dr
25 residents recomanen
What a fun place to grab dessert.
125 residents recomanen
Surfin' Spoon Frozen Yogurt Bar
3408 South Virginia Dare Trail
125 residents recomanen
What a fun place to grab dessert.

Area Churches

Mt Olivet United Methodist Church
300 Ananias Dare St
Manteo Baptist Church
406 US-64
Haven Creek Baptist Church
611 Sir Walter Raleigh St
Manteo First Assembly
812 Wingina Ave
Source Church
318 Budleigh St
Manteo Faith Church
1037 Burnside Rd

Health/Emergency

No one likes an emergency on vacation, but sometimes it happens! Just in case, here are the recommended places to go:
The Outer Banks Hospital Urgent Care Center & Family Medicine
5002 S Croatan Hwy
10 residents recomanen
In case of and emergency where more is needed than urgent care can provide...
19 residents recomanen
The Outer Banks Hospital
4800 S Croatan Hwy
19 residents recomanen
In case of and emergency where more is needed than urgent care can provide...