Enjoy this delightful throwback, a ‘News Reel Short’ from back in the day when you went to the movies to get your entertainment.
Red drum fishing at Cape Hatteras begins about 2:00 minutes in on this historical gem of a VIDEO!
Can any of you fans share more memories about Harry and Snowball?
The story has been repeated time and again for decades. The characters have changed and they have come from all over the nation, but they have all packed loads of excitement and anticipation for this one and only destination.
Strap on the boards, fire up the van and take a spin back in time to relive a version of the journey that tweaks the chords of thousands of similar treasured beach memories from this vintage VIDEO, featuring classic soundtracks by Wishbone Ash.
Perhaps you even have details to share of your own Hatteras Odyssey?
Josh Gates joins leading archeologists, including author and historian Scott Dawson [son of Cape Hatteras Motel owner, Dave Dawson], as they investigate America’s first ‘missing persons’ case, The Lost Colony of Roanoke.
Following newly unearthed artifacts and clues, they dig for answers to this 400-year old mystery, including a jet ski ride to Scott’s Croatoan sites on Hatteras Island.
Click here for “Tour Roanoke” episode trailer.
Click here for full TV schedule air times and short clips from this episode.
Cape Hatteras Motel has taken a few hits this year. Mother Nature was not always kind. But there have been so many other positives to celebrate, we felt this week more than ever was the right time to express our thanks!
First, we want to thank all of our guests. We thank our loyal guests who have returned year after year, sometimes over generations, because our motel holds special memories for you and your family. We thank our new guests who decided to give us a try and found a real love for our beach, our sunrises, and even our rocking chairs. We are grateful for every guest who came to our motel and indeed, traveled to Hatteras Island, because of who we are and what we have to offer, and did not complain because of what we don’t have or what we don’t offer. It is true that Hatteras isn’t for everyone. We are grateful for all of our guests who “get OBX” and wouldn’t go anywhere else!
We are thankful that beach re-nourishment will finally be on the way for 2017. We are thankful for a wonderful staff who are complimented regularly by our guests on how they go the extra mile to make someone’s vacation extra special, or how they handle problems and work to make things right.
We are thankful for our Facebook audience which has grown by leaps and bounds this year and has provided us with tremendous support during Hermine and Matthew. We know you really care about what happens to us way out here! We are thankful for guests who visit with us in the months from September through May, and have the opportunity to experience the Outer Banks in all of the seasons of the year beyond the summer.
We thank the local businesses who we support and who in turn support us. In a small community this reciprocity is vital. And we thank all of our service providers and vendors who work with us during the year, and who, in the midst of a busy season, we sometimes forget to thank.
We wish you all a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving, and we look forward to hosting you again very soon.
Just because October has come and gone, doesn’t mean the special offers at Cape Hatteras Motel have disappeared too!
We are very grateful for our loyal customers, and for all those guests who have supported us this year through the storms, the winds, and the days the ocean decided to come on through!
To show our gratitude, we have extended our fall special to run through the month of November. Stay two nights, get the third night free. This is good for any days of the week, but is for new reservations only and is subject to availability.
You must call our office (252-995-5611) to receive the offer. Be sure to mention it to the reservationist when you call.
November is a beautiful time along the Outer Banks. Why not try something new for Thanksgiving this year? Get away from the hustle and bustle and bring the family back to the beach. Fish, look for shells, enjoy the bird migrations, maybe even see a whale! The lighthouse and the ocean are always here.
We look forward to hosting you!
So many of you have asked how you might help. Here’s an opportunity to provide support to the island as well as promote Hatteras when you wear this great shirt. Include Code HST051 on your order so we will know what support came from our Cape Hatteras Motel Family. We thank you, and so do all those impacted by Hurricane Matthew on Hatteras Island.
That’s right folks, our intrepid owner, Dave Dawson, is ready to set a new course for a different personal horizon … Cape Hatteras Motel is FOR SALE!
This is a great opportunity for a savvy investor.
Hatteras Island beaches are frequently rated among the nation’s “Top 10 Favorite Beaches” as well as the trip there among the “Top 10 Most Scenic Drives”. Dare County’s current commitment for beach nourishment is moving forward:
“The Buxton Beach Nourishment project will be constructed in 2017 to ensure safe reliable access to Hatteras Island via NC 12. The project includes approximately 2.9 miles of beach and will initially widen the beach by approximately 250 feet.” ~ www.darenc.com
Contact Bobby Harrell or Kim Milby with Harrell & Associates today at 252-441-7887 ~ www.harrellandassociates.com
While the attention of the national media turns elsewhere, we on Hatteras Island are still struggling with the aftermath of a storm that was not supposed to hit us nearly as closely, nor as severely, as it did. I will leave the discussion about the non-evacuation orders as well as the science of forecasting to others. This post will be about what you should expect as a visitor arriving in the next days, weeks, or even months.
This was a storm with sound-side flooding of epic proportions. Whether or not it was worse than Emily really doesn’t matter. For individuals who lost businesses or homes or other property, it is a very difficult time. Islanders are a hearty breed, and that is a point of pride. But any time there is a storm with this kind of impact, it takes a while to recover. You may not see all of the damage as you drive along. But in the neighborhoods on the back roads, along the creeks and ponds, there will be piles of debris. Business owners all took a huge hit with a loss of business on what should have been a big October fishing and holiday weekend. Margins are tight, and this kind of loss creates a lot of worry. The off-season is tough here, and so if people seem pre-occupied with other thoughts, it might be because they are worried about making it through the next six to eight months. Some businesses will be a total loss. Others might not have suffered any damage at all. Such are the vagaries of wind and tide.
At our motel, we will be cleaning out sand for some time. The storm pushed a lot of water through. The parking lot will likely not be pristine. We lost both propane tanks for the pool and hot tub, so unfortunately we have to close the pool area for the season. It was about time anyway, but the storm has forced the issue. We lost some shingles and will be meeting with roofers for estimates and time frames. We are currently going room to room removing plywood and checking for water damage to the HVAC units. All of this takes some time, and while we may not be at 100% we will do what we can to make your stay the kind of stay you expect at Cape Hatteras Motel. We are certain all other businesses have the same plans and goals. What we ask of you is to pack a little extra patience and please, please, please drive carefully on the roads, especially this week. We look forward to seeing you beginning Tuesday, October 11, and hope Highway 12 will be re-opening between now and then!
We also wish to thank everyone for their words of concern and support over the past week. Trust us, it really helps you get through the storm!
Cape Hatteras Motel will be closed for guests beginning today (Thursday). We expect to re-open on Tuesday with Monday being a clean-up day.
The motel phone will be checked periodically for messages. We will get back to you as quickly as possible. Check back here and on our Facebook page for additional updates. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
We are working to get the motel ready to receive guests on Tuesday, but there may be the need to park on the soundside for a few days due to sand removal.
Cape Hatteras Motel is now preparing for any impacts from Hurricane Matthew.
If you have reservations at any time during the next week – from October 5-12 – please call the motel directly to discuss at 252-995-5611.
You can obtain additional information by following the Motel’s Facebook page for regular posts and updates.
