All things creative happen at the Silver Bonsai Gallery, a Mecca for fine art, craft and working artists. The venue is run by husband and wife designers, Kathryn and Ben Stewart. Professional goldsmiths, the Stewarts handcraft stunning rings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets and earrings with an art nouveau, Asian flair. Silver, gold and platinum stand alone or with sparkling gems to showcase fine craftsmanship, beauty and innovation.
The Stewarts gain inspiration from art history, architecture and nature. Hand etching adds grace and lyricism to their custom work, which can include engagement and wedding rings.
The gallery displays their designs as well as a variety of two-and three-dimensional art and crafts by creative folk. Choices range from hip to traditional but always illustrate impeccable craftsmanship. Shop for glassware, pottery, paintings, photography and more. Yes, bonsais are sold here and flourish in an onsite greenhouse along with the necessary accoutrements.
Silver Bonsai is a work of art inside and out with a flowing outdoor fountain, tasteful signage and beautiful fine art and crafts. Selections come in a variety of price points. The pièce de résistance…watch the Stewarts in action at the shop’s studio. Their working bench sits within view. Witness them merge history, nature and creativity to fashion original, wearable art. Silver Bonsai is open year round. Call ahead for hours.
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October 9, 2025
This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set against the stunning backdrop of the Currituck Sound. It’s a fusion of past, present, and future, where the timeless traditions of jazz intersect with the vibrancy of new, innovative sounds. Just as the sound of jazz flows and adapts, so too does the landscape of Duck where the rhythm of the music harmonizes with the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding environment.
The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20 miles into the ocean, the lighthouse is also the world's tallest brick lighthouse at a staggering 208' ft. tall.
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Ct. -SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Ct. - Vacation in a home constructed for royalty. Step aboard a feat of architectural artistry, a coastal getaway crafted to evoke the grandeur of a seafaring legend. From the moment you arrive at QUEEN ANNE’S REVENGE, you'll be transported to a world of nautical splendor. Your journey begins with a plunge in the ship-shape swimming pool followed by gathering at the poolside tiki bar for a cool drink. Step up to the deck and slip into the 7-person hot tub and indulge in the serenity of the broad deck cloaked in the privacy of duck ponds and woods behind. Inside, your crew will be delighted to continue the day’s revelries inside the game room with pool table, stand-up arcade game, and wet bar featuring an ice machine and refrigerator. A convenient half bath is close by along with two bedrooms that share access to a full bath– one bedroom with a king bed and the other with pyramid bunk and single bed. On the middle level you’ll find four master bedrooms, three with king beds, one of which features a roll-in shower, and a room with a pyramid bunk and single bed. The final bedroom, a king master, is located on the top-level. Each of the 7 bedrooms has a personal TV and deck access. Take the elevator up to the top level where you’ll find the great room, a handsome space with soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, and expansive windows, serves as the heart of this maritime masterpiece. Plush couches encircle a 70” Intelligent TV with Blu-ray® player, ensuring entertainment of the highest caliber. The focal point, a captain’s wheel wet bar, commands expansive ocean vistas, transforming drink preparation into a theatrical spectacle. Culinary excellence is assured in the roomy, gourmet kitchen, a haven of granite countertops featuring dual sinks and a central island. Multiple dining areas cater to every occasion, including a formal table for eight, a comfortable dinette for four, and a table for two, alongside a breakfast table and bar stools in the kitchen. A seamless transition via a sliding door leads to the screened porch, where al fresco dining is accompanied by the calming symphony of the sea breeze. As the sun descends, casting a golden hue over the horizon, relax in dolphin-watch chairs or climb to the ship’s watch to get a bird's eye view of the shining Hatteras Island coastline. Whether you seek the thrill of a pirate adventure or the tranquility of a royal getaway, QUEEN ANNE’S REVENGE promises an memorable voyage. Set sail by booking today. New for 2024: New 7-person hot tub. New stand-up arcade game in the game room. Parlor outside on the freshly refreshed decks!The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.