Sea Salt Cottage - Nags Head, NC

09/08/2024

The best view!!

08/18/2024

Definitely add this to your To Do List for your next trip! We went last week. There is plenty of parking and a wide assortment of vendors - something for everyone. Plus it is super close to Sea Salt Cottage!

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Upcoming Date(s): Wednesday, August 21
Sunday, September 1
Time: 9AM - 1PM

Where: Soundside Event Site - 6800 S Croatan Highway - Nags Head, NC
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07/25/2024

🎣🐟 Did you know that Jennette's Pier offers family fishing classes? Sign up in advance and walk on over for a morning of fishing fun! 🌅✨

🗓️ When: June thru August
📅 Monday thru Friday
🕘 Classes start at 9 a.m.

Learn the basic skills necessary to catch a fish. Participants will learn how to cast, reel, and proper catch and release techniques. All bait, tackle, and rods are included in this two-hour lesson.

💰 Cost:

$20 per person (age 6 and up)
$10 per child (age 5 and under)

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your family! 🐠

More Info and to Reserve: https://reservations.ncaquariums.com/jennettespier/Info.aspx?EventID=35

07/02/2024

🎆 If you're in town this week for the 4th of July, here's where you can celebrate with free fireworks! 🎆

Remember to stay safe and leave the fireworks to the professionals—don't try to have your own show!

🎆Town of Manteo Downtown Waterfront — Approximately 9:15 p.m.
(104 Fernando Street in Manteo)

🎆Town of Kill Devil Hills Avalon Pier — 9:15 p.m.
(2111 N. Virginia Dare Trail in Kill Devil Hills)

🎆Town of Nags Head, NC Nags Head Fishing Pier — 9:25 p.m.
(3335 S. Virginia Dare Trail in Nags Head)

If you’d prefer to celebrate without the firework noise, be sure to check out the Town of Manteo’s daytime Fourth of July Celebration festivities, which begin at 3 p.m., and the Town of Duck‘s 4th of July Celebration Parade, which begins at 9 a.m.

06/27/2024

🍦✨ Get the ice cream sandwiches - trust me! If you haven't been to Surfin' Spoon yet, you're missing out on some serious treats. Perfect for these summer days! 🌞🏄‍♂️

summer nights at the spoon 🌅🤍 // open til 10:30pm

06/12/2024

🛬🏖️ Looking for some time to kill before check-in? Check out these fabulous suggestions!

🛒 Target Run: Order ahead through the Target app for the Kill Devil Hills Target. Grab drinks, beach toys, snacks, and anything else you forgot to pack. It's conveniently located across from the new Wawa.

🌊 H2OBX Waterpark: Enjoy the wave pool, water slides, and lunch while waiting for check-in. It's a great way to beat the traffic and one of our favorite Saturday activities! Get there right when they open to grab great seats!

🏖️ Beach Stop: Can't wait to get in the water? Head to Jennette's Pier for free parking and easy beach access. The gift shop has drinks, snacks, and clean bathrooms. Across the street, there's a playground, and you can grab lunch at Dune Burger or Sam & Omie's until it is time to check in.

🐠 NC Aquarium: Visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island. Reserve your tickets online beforehand and spend a few hours enjoying indoor and outdoor activities. Afterwards, have lunch at one of Manteo's many great restaurants – El Shaddai Chicken.

05/30/2024

Going to the Farmer's Market is one of our favorite things to do on Thursdays in the summer! There are always tons of great vendors with art, fresh meat and vegetables and baked goods. Plus, there is an awesome park for kids as well! Definitely add it to your list of things to do!i

Two weeks from today is June 13 th Summer Market opening day! Excited to see everyone 💚
For more details check out : https://www.nagsheadnc.gov/614/Dowdy-Park-Events

05/17/2024

🍣 Who doesn't love sushi? It's one of my favorites! If you're staying at Sea Salt Cottage and craving some sushi, check out these spots:

🍣Miller's Steak and Seafood House - Located at MP 9.5 on Beach Road. Trust me, try the Cheese Steak Roll! The Avalon Roll and Wanchese Roll are also fantastic. Plus, they have a full menu with plenty of options for non-sushi eaters. Don't miss out on their hush puppies - they come with your meal and they're so good!

🍣Basnight's Lone Cedar Grill - Located at 7623 S Virginia Dare Trl. Enjoy sushi in their lounge every Wednesday from 4:30-8pm. They even have unique rolls like the Buffalo Shrimp Roll! Have a drink and some sushi in the lounge before moving to the dining room for dinner. Plus it is very close to Sea Salt and has lovely views.

🍣Single Fin Thai and Sushi - Located at 2424 S Croatan Hwy. They offer Thai curries, noodles, vegan dishes, sushi and sashimi. Perfect for carryout if you want to enjoy your meal back at the cottage.

Happy eating! 🍣✨

05/15/2024

🎣 Do you love fishing? Don't miss out on fishing at Jennette's Pier this summer while staying at Sea Salt Cottage!

🎟️ Daily Fishing:

Adults: $14
Kids: $7 (12 & under)

🌟 Aquarium Society Members: Walk-on FREE!
🐟 Cobia & King Pass: $8
🎣 Rod Rentals: $12

Add it to your summer bucket list!

Keeper Mullet -- So far, small BLUEFISH and keeper SEA MULLET. Winds SE at 13 knots. Water temp 62 degrees. Small seas. Low tides 7:30 a.m. and 7:32 p.m. High tide1:20 p.m. Stephen Hayes and his daughter, Bristol, age 6 of Elizabeth City, caught this nice SEA MULLET yesterday.

05/08/2024

We are honored to welcome surfer Story Martinez and family to our home as Story competes in a surf competition at Jennette's Pier this weekend. Wish you all the best this weekend, Story! I had the pleasure of watching her surf in past WRV Pro competitions and she's a petite powerhouse!

You can read about this dynamic young surfer here (article is a couple of years old!):

Story Martinez, a 10-year-old Virginia Beach native, is making a name for herself all over the country. Story tells 10 on your side she already has about 150 surf awards.

04/30/2024

🌊☀️ Dreaming of sandy shores, delectable seafood, and a wallet-friendly escape? Look no further! 🍤🏖️ Your next vacation destination awaits!

Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable getaway!

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04/15/2024

🏖️📖 Spend the afternoon exploring this quaint local bookstore —what a treasure trove of stories! From gripping novels to insightful non-fiction, every shelf holds a promise of discovery.

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They say we did something bad, but whys it feel so good? Our romance section is to celebrate release week of which Era is your favorite?

04/08/2024

The summer markets are fantastic, so I am sure the winter market promises to be just as wonderful! There is a diverse range of vendors offering everything from art to baked goods, jams, and jewelry. Check it out if you are in town.

THIS Saturday, April 13th, 9- 12, join us under the pavilion at Dowdy Park for our last Winter market this season. Can't wait to see you!💚

04/03/2024

Farmdog Beach Services offers a convenient solution for your beach day needs along the Outer Banks. No need to lug your beach gear around when you can have everything set up for you. Farm Dog ensures maximum relaxation and minimum hassle by setting up your rental as close to your accommodation as possible.

Don't let the logistics of beach equipment ruin your day; let Farm Dog handle it for you. See you at the beach!

Cabana Setup Service 👉🏼 Our most popular service is our weeklong Cabana Setup with a 10x10 tent and six chairs (pictured here!)
Your tent will be set up by 10am, fully secured and in compliance with all local safety ordinances. Then we come back after 5pm to pack everything down. In between, you enjoy an awesome day at the beach ⛱️
Visit our website to view pricing and add-on options or to book your service! Link in bio 🌊
📸 Shane Z Moore Photography

03/26/2024

Wes Snyder Photography is a page to follow. He takes the most beautiful photos of the area. Here is one from yesterday at Jennette's Pier.

3-25-2024 Jennettes Pier Full Moon Rise - Wes Snyder Photography

03/11/2024

🌳Nags Head Woods Preserve located at 701 West Ocean Acres Drive in Kill Devil Hills NC is one of our Must Do's while vacationing at Sea Salt Cottage - no matter the time of year!

A gem of forested ridges, ponds, marshes and wetlands nestled on the Outer Banks - Nags Head Woods Preserve is a sanctuary preserving one of the largest remaining maritime forests on the East Coast.

The Preserve boasts an extraordinary diversity of plant and animal life with more than 150 species of birds, 50 documented species of amphibians and reptiles, and over 20 mammal species Nags Head Woods Preserve.

🌳Trails are open daily, dawn until dusk.
🌳Walking, Hiking, Jogging, Fishing and Birding

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A gem of sand dunes, ponds, marshes and wetlands nested on the Outer Banks.