Makana Cottage Guidebook
Sightseeing
Pea Island (not a separate island actually) is a great place to take a walk on a secluded beach, hike a birding trail or explore some empty waves to surf. Be careful of parking on the soft sand if you choose to stop along highway 12.
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habitants recommandentPea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
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habitants recommandentPea Island (not a separate island actually) is a great place to take a walk on a secluded beach, hike a birding trail or explore some empty waves to surf. Be careful of parking on the soft sand if you choose to stop along highway 12.
Learn about the historic sea rescues of the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
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habitants recommandentChicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
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habitants recommandentLearn about the historic sea rescues of the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
The best view on the island! Climb the historic lighthouse steps for spectacular view of Atlantic and the island below. For an extra special experience get a ticket to climb it at night during the full moon ( only available during the summer).
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habitants recommandentCape Hatteras Lighthouse
46379 Lighthouse Road56
habitants recommandentThe best view on the island! Climb the historic lighthouse steps for spectacular view of Atlantic and the island below. For an extra special experience get a ticket to climb it at night during the full moon ( only available during the summer).
The pier is a great place to relax and watch the waves roll by. We have coupons for free sightseeing passes in the hallway.
Hatteras Island Fishing Pier
24251 Atlantic DriveThe pier is a great place to relax and watch the waves roll by. We have coupons for free sightseeing passes in the hallway.
Food scene
Boardwok South
26006 North Carolina 1210
habitants recommandentAsian fusion with fresh ingredients.
Great locally owned pizza place for when you don’t want to cook.
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habitants recommandentLisa's Pizzeria
24158 NC-127
habitants recommandentGreat locally owned pizza place for when you don’t want to cook.
Awesome take out menu with a great craft beer selection. Also many convenience items to take home or the the beach.
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habitants recommandentWaves Market
26006 North Carolina 1216
habitants recommandentAwesome take out menu with a great craft beer selection. Also many convenience items to take home or the the beach.
Taqueria Las Ahumaderas
24594 North Carolina 12Authentic Mexican food served fresh and with love. We love this taco truck!
A great healthy alternative for a quick bite in a unique location - the original Hatteras Island Surf Shop.
Hatteras Bowls
25410 North Carolina 12A great healthy alternative for a quick bite in a unique location - the original Hatteras Island Surf Shop.
Ketch 55 Seafood Grill
40396 North Carolina 12The Breakwater Restaurant is a great place for a special occasion. Situated on a working waterfront it’s also a nice place to check out the charter boats and the day’s catch. It’s about a 40 minute drive south of Makana.
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habitants recommandentBreakwater Restaurant
57878 NC-127
habitants recommandentThe Breakwater Restaurant is a great place for a special occasion. Situated on a working waterfront it’s also a nice place to check out the charter boats and the day’s catch. It’s about a 40 minute drive south of Makana.
Sheila has been serving Hatteras Island visitors for over 30 years. Her experience shows in high quality service and tasty food.
Serving breakfast and lunch (and supper in season), Sheila’s is located inside the main guest building of the KOA campground, by the pool.
Parking for Sheila’s is just south of the main KOA entrance. Follow signs around the pool to the guest building.
Sheila's Carolina Kitchen
25099 NC-12Sheila has been serving Hatteras Island visitors for over 30 years. Her experience shows in high quality service and tasty food.
Serving breakfast and lunch (and supper in season), Sheila’s is located inside the main guest building of the KOA campground, by the pool.
Parking for Sheila’s is just south of the main KOA entrance. Follow signs around the pool to the guest building.
Great fresh food for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Their fish tacos are my favorite!
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habitants recommandentAtlantic Coast Cafe
25150 North Carolina 1211
habitants recommandentGreat fresh food for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Their fish tacos are my favorite!
Groceries and Essentials
Local stores offer great selections and excellent service. Avoid long lines and support small businesses.
A quick stroll around the corner, this convenience store offers many of the essentials for eating as well as enjoying your trip. A decent selection of craft beers and wine are bonus to a store that has a little bit of everything - including the Sunday paper.
Blue Whale
27307 NC-12A quick stroll around the corner, this convenience store offers many of the essentials for eating as well as enjoying your trip. A decent selection of craft beers and wine are bonus to a store that has a little bit of everything - including the Sunday paper.
This family grocery meets it’s pledge to stock “From PBR to caviar.” No long lines, excellent deli selections, craft beers and organic items make this a great place to stock up. 30 minutes south just past the entrance to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.
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habitants recommandentConner's Supermarket
47468 North Carolina 1214
habitants recommandentThis family grocery meets it’s pledge to stock “From PBR to caviar.” No long lines, excellent deli selections, craft beers and organic items make this a great place to stock up. 30 minutes south just past the entrance to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.
A “real deal” seafood market, O’Neals is a bounty of super fresh local seafood offered by native family. It is located in Wanchese, the heart of commercial fishing in Dare County. Bring home in-season fish, shellfish and more. Double shot - buy your seafood while they are serving lunch and enjoy traditional island fare.
40 minute drive from Makana. Open year round.
Check out seasonal offerings on their website
http://onealsseaharvest.com/seafood/
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habitants recommandentO'Neal's Sea Harvest
618 Harbor Rd11
habitants recommandentA “real deal” seafood market, O’Neals is a bounty of super fresh local seafood offered by native family. It is located in Wanchese, the heart of commercial fishing in Dare County. Bring home in-season fish, shellfish and more. Double shot - buy your seafood while they are serving lunch and enjoy traditional island fare.
40 minute drive from Makana. Open year round.
Check out seasonal offerings on their website
http://onealsseaharvest.com/seafood/
Much of the seafood (not all) is locally sourced. 15 miles south in Avon, but hours limited/closed in off season. Call ahead if traveling outside summer.
Sunrise Seafood Market
40658 NC-12Much of the seafood (not all) is locally sourced. 15 miles south in Avon, but hours limited/closed in off season. Call ahead if traveling outside summer.
Surf Shops
If you’re looking for a new surfboard or just some gear for a beach day or just some wax this is your place. The owner Jason really knows his stuff hook you up with lessons, rental stuff or some new threads. It’s a CORE surfshop.
Rodanthe Surf Shop
If you’re looking for a new surfboard or just some gear for a beach day or just some wax this is your place. The owner Jason really knows his stuff hook you up with lessons, rental stuff or some new threads. It’s a CORE surfshop.
Barton started one of the first surf/sail shops eons ago and is still going strong. Whether you’re looking for kite boarding gear or lessons from a world class pro (his son Ryder is one of the best in the world) this is THE place.
Hatteras Island Sail Shop
25195 Lela CtBarton started one of the first surf/sail shops eons ago and is still going strong. Whether you’re looking for kite boarding gear or lessons from a world class pro (his son Ryder is one of the best in the world) this is THE place.
Water sport, Bike & Beach Equipment Rental
Duck Village Outfitters
26689 NC-12Rodanthe Watersports and Campground
24170 North Carolina 12Hatteras Watersports
27130 NC-12Rodanthe Surf Shop
Shopping
This long-time locally owned independent bookstore is a favorite for islanders and visitors alike. New releases and books of local interest. This historic building located on a ridge in Buxton is chock full of books for every member of your family.
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habitants recommandentBuxton Village Books
47918 North Carolina 127
habitants recommandentThis long-time locally owned independent bookstore is a favorite for islanders and visitors alike. New releases and books of local interest. This historic building located on a ridge in Buxton is chock full of books for every member of your family.
Health & Wellness
Why not get a tune up when you’re here? Cheryl has served tourists and locals for over 20 years. Call or use the Mindbody app to book your appointment. Supplements, oils and other supplies also available.
Island Acupuncture and Massage
24267 North Carolina 12Why not get a tune up when you’re here? Cheryl has served tourists and locals for over 20 years. Call or use the Mindbody app to book your appointment. Supplements, oils and other supplies also available.