Crosswind Landing OBX

11/29/2022

To all of our loyal guests and friends:

Crosswind Landing is taking a pause from hosting guests for 2023. After seven years of hosting guests, we're taking a break from renting to do some improvements and spend some time at the beach ourselves. Thank you so much for making Crosswind Landing a success and look forward to chatting again in the future!

Brad & Michelle

11/24/2022

Anyone who's walked along NC-12 in Frisco will know that a pathway off the highway is sorely needed. We're making our contribution towards the goal and I hope you can too...

https://islandfreepress.org/outer-banks-news/hayrides-with-santa-event-will-help-the-frisco-buxton-pathway-committee-get-closer-to-their-95000-goal/

The Frisco-Buxton Pathway Committee has a longstanding objective to raise $95,000 for a new multi-use pathway by the end of 2022, and an upcoming holiday-themed fundraiser will hopefully inch the committee closer to the goal line. The 2nd Annual “Hayrides with Santa” event, which will be held De...

10/01/2021

The Bonner Bridge returns...as a fishing pier.

https://islandfreepress.org/fishing-report/bonner-pier-opens-to-the-public/

The Bonner Pier opened to the public at 8:00 a.m. on Friday morning, October 1, and roughly 20 visitors with gear in hand were lined up to be among the first to fish off the pier. “We heard that they have been waiting for at least an hour,” said Michael Barber, Public Affairs Specialist for [......

07/01/2021

Check Out Hatteras Island's own version of Baywatch:

https://islandfreepress.org/hatteras-island-features/celebrating-hatteras-islands-water-rescue-squads-and-how-you-can-help-make-the-beaches-safer/

Hatteras Island is fortunate enough to have two water rescue squads. Today, we are introducing you to the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad Buxton Station crew. These are the folks you see cruising the beach in the tricked-out white trucks, towing a jet ski or utility terrain vehicle, carrying a rescue b...

05/25/2021

If you're looking for fresh NC produce, you're not limited to the big farm stands on the way to the Outer Banks. Sticky Botton Produce is open Sunday-Thursday in Hatteras Village.

05/22/2021

Farmer's Market is back this year in in Avon...

https://islandfreepress.org/hatteras-island-features/avon-farmers-market-opening-on-june-15-for-the-2021-season/

The Avon Farmer’s Market is returning to Hatteras Island for the 2021 summer season on June 15, with approximately 55 vendors, and a mix of new and familiar faces. Originally established in 2010 in Buxton, and eventually finding its permanent home next to the Avon Beach Klub, the Avon Farmers Mark...

05/22/2021

I can't emphasize this enough...

https://islandfreepress.org/outer-banks-driving-on-the-beach/chns-urges-visitors-to-check-rip-current-risk-levels-and-beach-condition-forecasts/

Every year, the Atlantic Ocean produces a number of safety challenges for underprepared visitors. Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) urges its visitors to check the National Weather Service’s beach forecast webpage before heading to the beach. The daily beach forecast at www.weather.gov/be...

05/12/2021

Interested in climbing a lighthouse? While Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will be closed to climbing until later this summer, Bodie Island is open to climb tomorrow. Tickets are available online.

Also note that Ocracoke Light will be open more frequently this year. It's too small to climb, but when the base is open, you can pop in and look at the interior of the light.

https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-multiple-ways-to-visit-lighthouses.htm

MANTEO, N.C. — Cape Hatteras National Seashore is pleased to announce multiple ways to visit Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke lighthouses this year. Bodie Island Lighthouse The climbing season at the Bodie Island Lighthouse begins tomorrow, May 13. This season, climbing hours have been ext...

03/15/2021

Growing up going to beaches on the Jersey shore, it was beaten into me that dunes were strictly off limit to humans. Needless to say, this article surprised me a bit. While neither I nor Crosswind Landing is encouraging anyone to go off and play in the dunes, it's good to know that responsibly exploring Cape Hatteras National Seashore doesn't mean you can't explore some of the more out of the way spots. Dune walk responsibly!

https://www.ocracokecurrent.com/articles/are-we-allowed-to-climb-on-the-dunes/5390/

03/15/2021

Hatteras Island is an amazing place for seeing neat stuff in the sky. From stargazing to satellite spotting, and from aerial warfare training to meteor showers and natural light shows of distant thunderstorms, there's nothing better than enjoying a beautiful dark evening looking up and out.

Those of you who've seen Wes Snyder's work don't need me to tell you he is an awesome photographer. So it's no surprise that he captured this amazing time lapse photo of a recent Star Link rocket...

07/12/2020

Swung by the house today...gosh, we have the best guests!

07/05/2020

Reserve your 2021 week now! The following weeks/rates are available:

3/27/2021-4/3/2021 Reserved
4/3/2021-4/10/2021 Reserved
4/10/2021-4/17/2021 $2,380
4/17/2021-4/24/2021 $2,695
4/24/2021-5/1/2021 Reserved
5/1/2021-5/8/2021 Reserved
5/8/2021-5/15/2021 Reserved
5/15/2021-5/22/2021 Reserved
5/22/2021-5/29/2021 Reserved
5/29/2021-6/5/2021 Reserved
6/5/2021-6/12/2021 Reserved
6/12/2021-6/19/2021 Reserved
6/19/2021-6/26/2021 Reserved
6/26/2021-7/3/2021 Reserved
7/3/2021-7/10/2021 Reserved
7/10/2021-7/17/2021 Reserved
7/17/2021-7/24/2021 Reserved
7/24/2021-7/31/2021 Reserved
7/31/2021-8/7/2021 Reserved
8/7/2021-8/14/2021 Reserved
8/14/2021-8/21/2021 Reserved
8/21/2021-8/28/2021 Reserved
8/28/2021-9/4/2021 Reserved
9/4/2021-9/11/2021 Reserved
9/11/2021-9/18/2021 Reserved
9/18/2021-9/25/2021 Reserved
9/25/2021-10/2/2021 Reserved
10/2/2021-10/9/2021 Reserved
10/9/2021-10/16/2021 Reserved
10/16/2021-10/23/2021 Reserved

+12.75% tax and $500 refundable damage deposit.

Your week is reserved with a payment of 50% at time of booking and the remainder is due 60 days prior to your stay. No booking fees when booking direct!

05/31/2020

We're now booking for 2021 and will have rates posted shortly. In the meantime, if you're interested in a particular week please message me!

05/22/2020

05/21/2020

Remaining 2020 Open Weeks:
9/5-9/12 $2,765
9/12-9/19. $2,765
9/19-9/26. $2,765

Plus 12.75% tax. No additional booking, pet or cleaning fees fees. Refundable $500 deposit. Message me to book!

05/17/2020

Just heading out after preparing for the season. We completed 98% of the tasks we planned to accomplish In the short time we have, while still remotely working our full-time jobs and entertaining our 5 year old Will. Tropical Storm on the way? Eh, not worries...

04/23/2020

Amidst this COVID-19 world, I'm crossing my figures for Hatteras visitors this summer. In case you've been spending your time in quarantine watching Netflix's new geographically-challenged series "Outer Banks", NCDOT Ferries Division has hit social media with a crucial PSA: No matter how hard you try to futz with Google Maps routing options, you will not be able to take a ferry from Chapel Hill to the Outer Banks.

In case you’re bingeing ‘The Outer Banks’ on Netflix and wondering… no, there is not a North Carolina ⛴️ ferry route between Chapel Hill and the Outer Banks. But we can dream, can’t we?

09/08/2019

For some aerial imagery today. Looks like the dunes and beach did okay.

https://storms.ngs.noaa.gov/storms/dorian/index.html #

09/07/2019

Just got word from our contractor that Crosswind Landing has fared well. No exterior damage and the flooding didn't make it up to the first floor. We'll have some clean-up to do, but no significant damage. We got lucky; I'm seeing lots of damage and flooding elsewhere on the island.

09/06/2019

Dorian made landfall basically right over Frisco this morning. It appears the wind velocity had diminished slightly, but that doesn't mean we're out of the woods. The house is currently in the eye. Unfortunately I have no photos because power was lost about 30 minutes ago. We'll see y'all what happens...

09/05/2019

Furniture has been put away or tied down, house is ready for the storm. Crossing our fingers and sending our prayers for full-time resident neighbors in Hatteras riding out the storm.

07/24/2019

In case you were wondering why Frisco beaches are better than up north, the water temperatures below will help explain. It's not unusual to have 20 degree warmer water than just 40 miles north.

And that 62 in Nags Head was a warm up from 58 yesterday. Brrr.

06/06/2019

Crosswind Landing is now accepting reservations for 2020! Reserve your week now with a $100 deposit and no further payments until 2020. Book direct with us and save hundreds avoiding booking fees.

Special for 2020: refer a guest to us and receive a $50 Amazon gift card after their stay!

Week Starting Weekly Rate
4/18/2020 $2,695
4/25/2020 $2,695
5/2/2020 $2,695
5/9/2020 $2,765
5/16/2020 $2,765
5/23/2020 BOOKED
5/30/2020 $3,290
6/6/2020 $3,780
6/13/2020 $3,990
6/20/2020 $4,235
6/27/2020 BOOKED
7/4/2020 $4,865
7/11/2020 BOOKED
7/18/2020. BOOKED ($4,865)
7/25/2020 $4,730
8/1/2020 $4,165
8/8/2020 $3,990
8/15/2020. $3,675
8/22/2020 $3,220
8/29/2020 BOOKED
9/5/2020 $2,765
9/12/2020 $2,765
9/19/2020 $2,765
9/26/2020. $2,380

05/31/2019

Due to a late cancellation, the week of 6/15-6/22 is now available. Rate is $3,465 for the week.

05/22/2019

One of the cool things about hosting a vacation rental home the old fashion way is actually talking to guests. I think I get as excited about their vacation as they do (actually even a little jealous!). I really love the little notes that many of our guests include when they mail their check for the last payment--totally unexpected but always makes me smile. Technology is great and makes things really easy, but it's still great to be able to connect as humans.

05/19/2019

The long awaited passenger ferry to Ocracoke begins service Monday. Starting fare: a reasonable $1 per person for a ride straight into Silver Lake.

https://islandfreepress.org/outer-banks-news/ocracoke-express-passenger-ferry-service-launches-may-20/

Starting Monday, people traveling between Hatteras and Ocracoke Village will have a new travel option. In addition to the car ferries that already serve the popular route, visitors will have the Ocracoke Express passenger-only ferry as an option. “We are thrilled to be able to provide this service...

05/17/2019

Decking complete and new grill and patio added. XWL is ready for our first 2019 guests!

05/17/2019

Did you know that you can climb Cape Hatteras Light at night?

The National Parks Service offers four Full Moon Tours this year. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Full Moon Tours can be reserved via Recreation.gov starting at 10:00 am three days before the tour date. You must have a Recreation.gov account established before you can purchase tickets. Act quickly, I'm told tickets can sell out in minutes!

Dates for the 2019 Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Full Moon Tours are:
Monday, June 17, 2019 at 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm
Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm
Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/lighthouseclimbs.htm

Recreation.gov is your source for discovering and experiencing America's federal recreation activities and outdoor adventures.

05/16/2019

I've recently received a few booking inquires for this summer. Unfortunately we're booked up until September. If you're interested in visiting us this fall, drop us a note!

05/11/2019

Great news for folks looking for a lifeguarded beach in Frisco! The NPS has added a lifeguard to the Day Use Beach just south of the village.

https://islandfreepress.org/outer-banks-driving-on-the-beach/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-adds-lifeguard-services-at-frisco-day-use-area/

Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will add lifeguard services at the Frisco Day Use Area this Memorial Day weekend. The popular beach, located south of the village of Frisco, North Carolina, will be staffed with lifeguards seven days a week, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, from Memorial Day we...

05/01/2019

Getting ready for Summer 2019: The Crosswind Landing Deck Improvement program continues with new pool decking...

04/01/2019

It's been a busy winter and I finally made it down to Frisco for the first trip of the spring. It was a quick trip, only 18 hours, but productive, capped off with a quick 30 minute walk on the beach. The beach looks great this year--the winter storms went easy on the beach and it's nice and wide. Water was still a chilly 52 degrees--can't wait for summer! Here are a few pics...

02/08/2019

Long time coming... starting later this month, the new bridge will bring you to Hatteras Island. If you can make it down tomorrow, the bridge is open to pedestrian traffic only.

https://www.ncdot.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/2019/2019-02-07-bonner-bridge-reopening.aspx

NCDOT

09/14/2018

Looks like good news for Frisco, so far. As of 8:00am, the eye of the storm is 150 miles southwest of Frisco, directly over Southport NC. The closest the eye got was 75 miles of Frisco, and peak winds were about 55mph. Biggest issues in Hatteras are multiple ocean overwashes along NC12. Lots of rain water pooling, but no significant flooding to my knowledge.

We never lost power or internet, and the yard looks like the typical aftermath of a very rainy day. I have no reports from the beaches, but I suspect there's significant erosion. Here's a few pics below. Praying for our friends in Cape Fear area, who are right underneath the storm now with 100mph winds.

09/13/2018

Getting a little nastier...

09/13/2018

...and here's a view outside the dining room window...

09/13/2018

So far, so good at XWL. The rain is coming down and winds have picked up, with 30mph winds with gusts up to 50mph. At 3:30, Crosswind Landing is 99nm (115 miles) from the eye of Florence.

09/12/2018

Florence prep complete. House is locked up and outdoor furniture brought inside. Water and power off. Furniture on ground floor elevated in case things get real bad. Expecting the worst but praying for the best, especially for my year round Hatteras neighbors for whom this island is their home. It was proverbial beatific calm day before the storm.

I also wanted to thank those of you who've checked in with me and shared your thoughts, prayers and offers of help. It is much appreciated.

08/06/2018

Looking for a neat Thursday afternoon activity on Hatteras? This a cool historical reenactment of how the 19th century Life Saving Station crews would rescue shipwreck victims on the Outer Banks.

http://islandfreepress.org/2018Archives/07.20.2018-TimeTravellinginRodantheDiscoveringHatterasIslandsOwnOutdoorDrama.html