Thinking about a last-minute getaway? Look no further than Hatteras Island – the jewel of the Outer Banks! It’s perfect for a spontaneous visit, with its chill vibes, stunning beaches, and cute little villages. Whether you’re craving some beach time or adventure in the great outdoors, Hatteras Island has plenty to offer, and you want to know the best part? You don’t need to plan too much in advance! Just...
Embrace tranquility and adventure with a vacation to Hatteras Island during the quiet season. Typically, during late summer and autumn—temperatures cool down and there are fewer crowds. This contributes to a more relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect time to explore all the Outer Banks has to offer. Staying in a vacation rental with Midgett Realty adds to the experience, providing comfortable, spacious homes with stunning views and amenities that...
Lesser populated with homes and businesses, Frisco remains one of the quieter villages on Hatteras Island but is still filled with plenty of charm and a variety of attractions worth exploring! Unlike its more commercialized neighbors, Frisco retains a quiet, laid-back atmosphere that draws visitors looking for a tranquil escape. Whether you’re a beach lover, history buff, or nature enthusiast, Frisco has something for everyone. Here are some of the...
As the sun begins to set on the summer season, it’s the perfect time to escape to a place where tranquility meets adventure. Hatteras Island, quietly nestled within North Carolina’s Outer Banks, offers an idyllic retreat that promises to rejuvenate your spirit and create unforgettable memories. Here’s why booking your end-of-summer vacation on Hatteras Island is the perfect choice: Plan Your Perfect End-of-Summer Getaway To Hatteras Island Hatteras Island boasts...
Midgett Realty Serves As Annual Island-Wide Food Drive Drop-Off Location The Annual Island-Wide Food Drive sponsored by the Hatteras Island Food Pantry in Buxton is now underway! Just as in years past, all three Midgett Realty offices will again serve as official drop-off locations! While the HI Food Pantry takes donations year-round, this annual event is designated to help island residents make it through the tough winter months. Accepted donations...
Happy Earth Day from your friends at Midgett Realty! We believe that Earth Day is EVERYDAY and as your Hatteras Island host, we’d love to ask for your help in keeping our beaches clean. Below you’ll find some simple ways you can do just that! Read on to learn how to keep Hatteras Island beaches clean. How To Keep Hatteras Island Beaches Clean Pack It In, Pack It Out: If...
2 years into a global pandemic, we are finally starting to peek our heads out with confidence that we can start to really live again. After 2 years of losing everything from loved ones to relationships to jobs to actual time itself, we are finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. Perhaps not where we are fully ridding the world of Covid-19 but adapting to a life...
The best beaches are in and the “Lighthouse Beach” in Buxton has made Dr. Beach’s list of top 10 beaches for 2022. With Ocracoke Island’s Lifeguarded Beach, also on Cape Hatteras National Seashore, holding the top spot, the Outer Banks is holding firm as the nation’s hottest spot to visit again and again. Dr. Beach: Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka “Dr. Beach”, is a Professor and Director of the...
Did you know that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore was the nation’s first official national seashore, established in 1937? Its purpose was to preserve, which has helped sustain the island’s natural beauty, creating the scenic treasure that brings you back to the seashore year after year. While this is a National Park, there are certain required permits and licenses that are in place that help park officials preserve these lands...
Did you know the Outer Banks was ranked the number one “Best Family Beach Vacation in the USA”? It’s no surprise to us that our little slice of heaven shines proudly from the top of the list. With clean, white beaches, the scenic byway, enough history to fill 20 textbooks and plenty of ways to keep even the largest thrill seeker happy, it’s kind of a given! Hatteras Island literally...
One of the things that draws people to Hatteras Island is its uniquely pristine beaches. Unlike neighboring beaches up and down the coastline, our seashore isn’t overloaded with giant billboard advertisements on benches, sailboats, and airplanes. Discarded waste isn’t flying out of overly filled trashcans on populated boardwalks and there isn’t a grid of umbrellas every 8 feet because there are nearly 70 miles of beautiful beachfront for you to...
Packing up and driving to the beach is an adventure unlike any other and one that everyone should experience. That being said, Hatteras Island is not just any ordinary beach. Once you drive over the newly constructed Marc Basnight Bridge and onto our stretch of seashore, prepare to sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. We’re a laid-back bunch, so come and join us and settle comfortably into vacation mode....
