The Scarborough House Inn, not to be confused with the Scarborough Inn (a hotel nearby) , is a…read morecute, quaint inn nestled on a residential street in the heart of Manteo. I love the building with its weathered shaker shingles, bright green door, and welcoming walkway lined with flowerpots. It looked like something out of a movie, beautiful! Inside, the lobby was dim, full of antiques, dark wood, vintage Tiffany lamps, Oriental rugs, faded chintz, a cuckoo clock and abundant in English charm. The owner of the inn was "off duty" but she left our keys and towels on the huge heirloom desk in the parlor. Talk about trusting your visitors... this was a sweet surprise. Our room was just as charming as the lobby, appointed with aged floral wallpaper, red and white checkered calico quilts on the beds, vintage furnishings and pictures of a bygone era. It was certainly cozy and warm. What could've improved was the twin bed I slept in... it wasn't very comfortable as it was saggy... new mattress please, smiley face! My friend's queen bed was comfy though, she said. Another thing I would have appreciated is a set of soft, matching towels. Although the bathroom was clean, the towels were rough, mix matched, and worn. This is an easy fix to take this inn up a notch! We only stayed one night, and when we checked out, again the phantom innkeeper was nowhere to be seen. While I appreciate the trustworthiness of the owner allowing its guests to check themselves in and out, we did encounter a couple of issues that would have warranted face-to-face contact. Next door lives a relative of the owner, I believe, and they have the yappiest little dog I've ever heard. No need for a wake up call here, lol! With a couple of improvements and a bit of sprucing, I think this idyllic country inn could easily be 5 stars! Maybe upon my next visit, I can meet the owner and they can earn that elusive 5th star *!!

We head to OBX every year and take our annual beach vacation. Pack the truck up and head the same…read moreroute down 460 to 58 bypass to 168 yes you know the route if that's where you spend a week of summer vacation. When you cross that bridge and roll the windows down all your worries seems to blow right out Every year I see all these great unique spots I want to stop and explore such as Peace of the Past on 460 or Carolina Charm in Currituck ... Every year my husband just flys right on by them I decided to take an overnight trip and stop at each and every unique place I've always wanted to explore for the past 15 plus years . I get my good friend involved and on board . She's always up for a road trip . That's how I stumbled upon this quaint little place . We both like Tea Rooms and B&B's so I started calling and most places would not accommodate an overnight stay. A minimum of 2 days were required. An owner to one B&B suggested the Scarborough House Inn not to be confused with Scarborough Inn . I expressed my appreciation and quickly looked up the number to see if I could book my reservations.(it was Wednesday and we were leaving the next day) I was so elated that the lady on the phone was happy to accommodate us for just one night . She suggested the room with a queen bed and a twin . All the rooms are antique inspired. Although not a B&B , it has all the charm of one. (because of not serving breakfast. It has English country cottage charm . We arrived later that evening and on the desk in the lobby was a note to me from Ruth along with my key to Room 3 . The room was cool and quite charming more than I even expected . We had a small refrigerator / freezer , microwave , coffee pot ,TV and a small table to eat at . The room was a nice size and the decor will take you back in time . From the quilts on the bed to the 4 poster queen bed give you a feeling of home even though your away from home. So quaint and charming . I look forward to planning another trip to Manteo and booking my accommodations here at the Inn.

I stayed here for a wedding I had to attend in Nags Head which is just right next door. Most of he…read moredecent hotels out there want $200 per night and require a 2 night MINIMUM. This place allowed me to stay only one night, and was about $150 for one night, which is actually standard for a B&B. It was my first time ever staying in a Bed and Breakfast, and it won't be my last if all of them are like this one! I pulled up on a Saturday, and was about 30 minutes early before check-in. It was scorching outside at the time as it was in early August, and Lynn came out and asked if I was okay. I told her I was waiting for 2 pm, which was check in time, and she allowed me to come on in as the room was already, ready! Her maiden name was my last name was we hit it off immediately and joked that we might be related. She was very professional, and answered any question that I may have had regarding my stay. She showed me to my room, and even offered me warm baked chocolate chip cookies, as well as sodas and juice in he refrigerator which was open to guests. Lynn asked me did I need any help about activities to do on the Outer Banks, but I told her I would just be going to the wedding, and heading out in the morning. She made sure to leave the porch light for me as she knew I would be coming home late from the wedding! The room was very clean, it had all the towels, wash clothes, and any accessories that one would need when staying there. The TV was a bubble screen, and was really outdated, but I barely watched any television for me so that was a non-issue for me. The bed was very comfortable, and the house was very quiet as well, which allowed me to get some great sleep before the wedding, and later that night when I cam back. The next morning as I packed up, Lynn, and her husband, had cooked breakfast for me that included muffins, eggs, bacon, and grits which were delicious with the orange juice I had as well! We talked it up a bit, and they also gave me a brochure about the B&B in case I come back out that way. It was a wonderful experience, and I would definitely re-visit once I get back out to the far, far, east coast! Thanks again Lynn to you and your husband for your wonderful hospitality!

Wanchese Inn was the perfect place to stay when my husband and I wanted a short weekend getaway!…read moreLynn and Bill are wonderful hosts! They sat with us each morning after serving a delicious breakfast and chatted with us. They also recommended fantastic places to eat for dinner. They made us feel at home. We will definitely stay there again!

Our party of 6 , 4 adults and 2 children found ample room in this rental house…read more The house was clean upon entering, with nice amenities of basic home furnishings and kitchen utensils. Be sure to bring extra TP. Only one roll per bathroom. Parking for 3 cars max, one in garage, one in driveway, and one in the designated parking spot. I did see a beach wagon , skim board, extra tank of propane and a few other odds n ends in the garage. This is a nice community with like rental housing with houses painted in a beach color theme. You do have a easy access drive up area to dispose of your trash. Overall nice accommodations. Not a gated community and as I was loading up to leave , a older van started up next to me in the parking spot. It was loud( no muffler ) and the fumes were pointing right at me from the exhaust pipe. As I was coughing, I went up to the window to ask if they could turn off the engine till I was finished. Too my surprise, I seen two guys smoking, not pot but crack. They were startled and I asked them to turn off the engine it was choking me out with the exhaust. They must have spent the night in the van because I did not see anyone get in it while I was loading up my SUV. They did turn off the van, it had a name of a Church from VA on the side. Then they turned it on again and too off. Good. Like I said it was not a gated community. Also a problem with communication: No Phone number for company , no answer for the number on Yelp and no voice mail. I found and cleaned black mold from the bathroom. The gas grill did not light, the HVAC filter was filthy, should have been changed a few months ago. No number to communicate with owners, unable to resolve any problems. Otherwise it was a ok place to stay.

My husband and I spent the weekend at the Bermuda Bay Resort in Cambridge Cove. Just a few…read morehighlights: Pros - Townhouse was spacious and very clean - Bikes, beach toys, and beach chairs were provided - Washer and Dryer in the unit - About 1-2 miles from beach Cons - Waterpark is not heated. - Our house was directly behind a high school...who hosted their first football game the night we arrived. It was difficult getting my 10 month old son to sleep through the marching band and announcer...the game ended around 10:30pm. - No clear instructions for check in. We drove around for an hour once we got there trying to find a check in office. Here's a tip - there is no check in office! You call and check in over the phone and the office gives you the passcode to the house. Apparently they are supposed to email you with this info the day before, but since I booked through Expedia they did not have my contact info. A little frustrating to start our vacay that way. All in all I was very impressed with the value and we will likely return!

Susan was a wonderful host! She gave us advice on where to eat in Manteo, sights to see, even an…read morealternate more scenic route back to Maryland. The house was beautiful, charming, cottage like, twinkly lights on at night, a big magnolia tree out front and a hammock to the side. The B&B was more of our private efficiency. We had our own entrance, kitchenette w/fully stocked fridge, bathroom with jacuzzi, robes, tv/dvd player, wifi, spiral staircase leading up to the loft/sitting room and balcony (2 chairs and perfect for star gazing). It was beautifully decorated, plenty of natural lighting.. We also had access to her 2 kayaks and 2 bikes. The waterfront is only about 2 blocks away which was very convenient. There are plenty of little shops, great restaurants, an old timey theatre, general store, and trails all within walking distance (just a few minutes away). I will definitely return!!

We really enjoyed our stay at Timothy Tillett Homeplace. Lorraine was a wonderful hostess, and was…read morevery accommodating to our wants and needs. The location is tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of the touristy parts of Outer Banks, but it's only minutes away from everything you would want to do around Manteo and Nags Head. It felt very private. The decorations were so detailed and charming. When you stay you get your own entrance, bathroom, parlor (with table, etc), and a cute porch. There were freshly cut flowers in all the rooms, too. Lorraine is also a wonderful cook! When we were there she had lots of fresh fruit, cake, chocolate-covered strawberries, quiche, Keurig drinks, fruit drinks, and she even has a mini fridge filled with water and iced tea in the parlor. Everything was above and beyond our expectations. We highly recommend it!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience just two years ago this month at First Colony Inn,…read morewhich prompted us to book another visit this past Saturday 3/21 through this morning, Tuesday 3/24. What an incredible disappointment it was. The comparison was stark. The entire property is in need of attention. The porch swing we enjoyed outside our room (#11) two years ago was sitting on the deck this year (picture attached). The afternoon social advertised for Saturday afternoon did not happen. The boardwalk to the road was unusable and while cordoned off for safety didn't have any repairs during our stay. The beach walkway is a joke, and dangerous. The hot, made to order breakfast we'd enjoyed in 2024 was an embarrassment. Sunday morning's breakfast consisted of two small round store-bought waffles and a flaccid, microwaved piece of something unlike bacon. We chose to skip breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings and pay to eat elsewhere. In general, the inn appears to be falling to ruin. The bathroom floor was sticky and clearly unclean. The mini-fridge froze our sodas. We never saw any innkeeping staff on premises other than the nice young man who brought us our breakfast on Sunday morning. The quality of the food was not his fault; clearly, the days of having a cook make special breakfasts of the day are a thing of the past. What in the world has happened? First Colony Inn deserves far better than the lack of care and attention it is currently getting and so do its guests. Kirsten S.

We have stayed here several times. I have seen a decline in the quality of things. I understand it…read moreis under new management. Break fast was nice but hot food was just reheated premade items. As in picture. Not the quality we got last time. Pastries were held over each day for the next day. By day 3 ? The big thing was you couldn't get coffee until the office was unlocked at 8am. We are early risers and like coffee in am. The other thing was the toilet in our bathroom , room 3 was very low and hard for older people to use. The room was not as clean as I remember in the past. Would I stay again ? I don't know. Were before I would have said definitely.

Such an amazing homely getaway !!! Everything from arrival…read moreto departure was such a pleasant experience. The staff in the office once you arrive are so patient and welcoming, so checking in was so easy !!! If you have any issues in your suite or questions about locks, they will gladly come over and assist you. The excellent cleanliness of all the suite and the attention to detail to making your stay comfortable is outstanding !!! The rooms are spacious, very clean, full kitchen, large bathroom, very very comfortable bed, living room, dinning room, a nice balcony and chairs for you to enjoy view of the water, sunset and sunrise, easy access to boardwalk and gazebo on small pier. Also with access to a large swimming pool and hot tub for relaxation... Another plus is it's located between Manteo and Kitty Hawk, so you have plenty of options of places to go for drinks, a good meal, sight seeing, or for a good time in the water. If you are planning to come out here do keep them in mind for a great and comforting stay. Do inquire about specials for special events and specials rooms. Enjoy that personal touch at The Oasis Suites Hotel !!!

Great hotel that is centrally located in OBX. Stayed here for a few days with a view of the Sound…read more The entire experience was relaxing. We stayed in one of the suites with a separate bedroom, which worked out great. There was a lot of space to spread out. Something minor to some but I loved being able to self-park close to the room. I'd definitely come back.

We took a last minute trip Easter weekend as an end of my daughter's 18th birthday…read more The cottage is so cozy and had everything we needed. The proximity to the beach was an absolutely bonus for the teens. Very close to restaurants but you really don't have to go anywhere as everything that you have at home, they have it at the cottage. Great communication with owner! I would recommend this cottage to everyone. Perfect view of the beach from the screened porch while enjoying your coffee or choice beverage.