Budget-conscious Outer Banks visitors who want to relax in a central setting without breaking the bank can head to the Tar Heel Motel. Open since 1960, this local motel has been providing reasonably priced accommodations for vacationers for more than 50 years, and continues to welcome generations of families who want to kick off their flip flops, relax, and enjoy the heart of the Nags Head shoreline.
Tar Heel Motel is located on the western edge of the less hectic Beach Road, and is just an easy stroll away from the oceanfront, (which is right across the street), as well as a number of restaurants, beach bars, stores, watersports companies, and the Tanger Outlets shopping center. The low-key rooms are simple but homey with en suite bathrooms, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges & microwaves for added convenience. (There are also upgraded rooms available, which feature kitchenettes or kitchen facilities.) Visitors at the motel can relax at the outdoor pool and adjacent sunny lounge area, prepare al fresco meals via the on-site grills, or enjoy casual outdoor feasts at the picnic area. With an emphasis on enjoying the beach without too much fuss, this well-established motel is a solid spot for Outer Banks beach bums at heart.
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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.
For bird lovers, the Outer Banks is hard to beat. This delicate chain of barrier islands is not only home to dozens of different native shorebirds, but also thousands of migrating birds who make a rest stop on the Outer Banks every year. Add to this the fact that the islands have hundreds of miles of deserted beaches, maritime forest, and marshlands for species to quietly flourish, and it's clear that the Outer Banks is literally for the birds.
OCEANSIDE Hatteras — Sutton Pl. — Formerly Mahalo — Settle into SEMPER SUN, a four-bedroom/three-bathroom newly-constructed home that sits just four tons from the beach, close to Hatteras Village’s many eateries, shopping, and marinas, and is ideally located for kids who can safely ride their bicycles on the peaceful streets. It’s also one of the rare vacation rental homes that features a separate one-bedroom apartment on the first level, an ideal option for grandparents or adult kids who welcome their own space. Look no further than SEMPER SUN to find a vacation hideaway where everybody can thrive.There’s a impressive yard where the kids can play while the adults appreciate calming. An even more relaxing outlet may be indulging in a relaxing soak in the six-person hot tub. Also on the ground level is an outdoor shower. Inside reveals the private apartment, featuring a separate entrance, kitchen, dining space, washer/dryer, Intelligent TV, and queen bed. A few steps up on the second level is where you will find the main living space encompassing three more roomy bedrooms, all outfitted with Intelligent TVs, including a king master with an ensuite bath, a king bedroom, and a bedroom with two singles that share a full hallway bathroom. The open great room is an inviting space that inspires everybody to gather on the L-shaped couch to stream their favorite movies on the Intelligent TV or to savor family meals around a six-seat dining table or the four-stool breakfast bar. You’ll find it simple to prepare up those culinary memories in the gleaming kitchen, entirely equipped with everything you need. A second washer/dryer unit is also on this level. SEMPER SUN offers both an upper and lower deck and a covered back porch that invites readers, nappers, and mind-wanderers alike to enjoy moments of pure tranquility. Thank your good fortune in discovering SEMPER SUN, and book it today. New for 2024: New 6-person hot tub. New Intelligent TV in the lower-level suite. New refrigerator installed.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.
- Hatteras
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
