Hatteras Vacations

BONNER BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

2010-12-26T12:17:00.003-05:00

For Immediate Release:
December 21, 2010
Contact:
Public Relations Office
252-475-5900
darecountypr@darenc.com

Dare County Applauds Record of Decision on the Bonner Bridge

The long effort to replace the Bonner Bridge took a major step forward December 20 when the Federal Highway Administration signed a Record of Decision. This allows the N.C. Department of Transportation to move ahead with construction of a new bridge over Oregon Inlet.

The Record of Decision followed a press conference by U.S. Senator Kay Hagan announcing that agreement had been reached with the Department of the Interior to endorse replacement of the Bonner Bridge.

Warren Judge, Chairman of the Dare County Board of Commissioners who participated in the press conference said, “We are extremely pleased. The residents and visitors of the Outer Banks are delighted to receive this news during the Christmas season.” He added, “We can’t begin to thank Senator Hagan enough for assisting our efforts to overcome issues that were raised by the Department of Interior.”

An important step, according to Judge, was a meeting last month when Senator Hagan toured Dare County and viewed the Bonner Bridge by boat with local, state and federal officials. He said, “That meeting with Senator Hagan was instrumental in getting all the parties to sit together and make a commitment.”

In acknowledging the Record of Decision, Judge commended the efforts of Senator Marc Basnight who he explained, “for a long time has consistently been a strong advocate for replacement of the bridge. We thank him for the special role he has served in helping us get to where we are today.”

Judge also thanked several other elected officials. “We are grateful for leadership in Raleigh and Washington, D.C. that has worked tirelessly to help us replace the bridge. He recognized North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue, Rep. Tim Spear, U. S. Senator Richard Burr, and Congressman Walter Jones for their efforts on behalf of the people of Dare County.”

Vice-Chairman Allen Burrus, who represents Hatteras Island said, “This Record of Decision would not have been possible without all the hard work done by the Citizens Action Committee to Replace the Bonner Bridge and the Bridge Moms. Together they mobilized an outpouring of public support from around the nation and proved what can happen when a grassroots effort gets cooperation from federal agencies in working together for the good of the people.”

Moving forward quickly following the Record of Decision, the N.C. Department of Transportation has already scheduled the first permit negotiation meeting for January and has three prescreened design-build teams ready to compete. These represent timesaving measures in clearing the way for construction of the new Bonner Bridge.

October/ November Special

2010-10-09T14:29:00.003-04:00

Fall on Hatteras is a special time of year. No crowds, beautiful warm days and cool evenings. Your your favorite fall activity...fishing, surfing, kiteboarding, wind surfing or shell collecting. In the evenings relax in your private hot tub. See our home page for specials and featured homes.

It's a GREAT DAY at the BEACH!

Great Fall Vacations Vacations

2010-09-06T12:06:00.003-04:00

We have availability for your fall vacation. Come to Hatteras Island and experience the best kept secret for your fall vacation. The weather is beautiful, the water is warm and the beaches are uncrowded.

Call to reserve your vacation today.

See You at the BEACH!

Beautiful Labor Day Weekend

2010-09-04T07:22:00.004-04:00

The road is open and it is a beautiful day at the beach. See you soon.

Sorry the sunrise is so hard to see but the sun was just a little too bright!

See you at the BEACH.

2010-09-03T18:13:00.000-04:00

Bulletin Number: 11

Date/Time: 9/3/2010 5:33:09 PM

Re-Entry For Hatteras Island Begins 7:00am Saturday, September 4

The mandatory evacuation issued for Hatteras Island will remain in effect until 7:00 a.m. Saturday, September 4. NCDOT has been working throughout the day to remove sand and standing water on NC Highway 12 from Hurricane Earl.

With the lifting of the evacuation order for Saturday at 7:00 a.m., access for all vehicles will be restored to the Villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras and the ferry dock.

Motorists are advised that although access will be permitted, there may be standing water on roadways throughout the area. Proceed with caution, as it is difficult to determine the water’s depth and can cause brake failure, loss of control, or vehicle flooding.

At noon today, the mandatory evacuation was lifted for the remainder of Dare County north of Oregon Inlet including the Towns of Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Nags Head, Southern Shores and the unincorporated areas of Dare County north of Oregon Inlet.

The bridges leading to Dare County are open and no re-entry pass is required.

Evacuation Order Still in Effect

2010-09-03T16:02:00.004-04:00

The evacuation order for Hatteras Island will not be lifted today. I spoke with Dare County Emergency Management at approximately 3:30 pm and was provided this information. I have not seen a new bulletin on darenc.com verifing this information. However, the last bulletin stated the island was closed so they may not be planning an update.

Again, we will post more information as it becomes available.

No Word Yet

2010-09-03T13:50:00.003-04:00

We still have no word yet on opening Hwy 12 or lifting the Evac order. We'll let you know as soon as we get the word.

2010-09-03T12:55:00.001-04:00

Still no word on Highway 12. When we get word, it will appear on this blog.

More Earl information

2010-09-03T12:41:00.002-04:00

We still have no information about when Highway 12 will open, or when the evacuation order will belifted. As soon as we know, you'll know.

Highway 12 Update

2010-09-03T11:24:00.000-04:00

Hurricane Earl
Bulletin # 10
9/3/2010 11:00 AM

The mandatory evacuation order for Hatteras Island remains in effect due to sand and standing water on NC Highway 12. Villages affected by the continuation of this evacuation order include Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras. Crews from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) are working to clear the roadway. An advisory will be issued when conditions safely allow the evacuation order for Hatteras Island to be lifted.

Bye Bye Earl

2010-09-03T11:01:00.002-04:00

Earl has passed. This is a picture from our office earlier this morning. The road in front of the office remains flooded at this time.

Dare County and NC DOT have not re-opened Highway 12 on Hatteras Island. Additionally, the evacutation order is still in effect.

For more information go to Dare County Emergency Management for the latest updates. http://www.darenc.com/EmgyMgmt/Alert/index.asp

I will continue to post as we have more information.

Thanks,

Leslie

Earl

2010-09-02T11:26:00.002-04:00

The 11am update from the National Hurricane Center has the eye of Earl passing 60 miles east of the Buxton point. We are expecting winds between 55mph - 75mph with gusts to 95mph.

We will continue to post to keep you informed. For more information, please go to the Dare County Website. http://www.darenc.com/EmgyMgmt/Alert/index.asp This site will have the lasted news on road closures and when the evacuation orders have been lifted.

See you soon.

Hurricane Earl

2010-09-01T11:43:00.002-04:00

Unfortunately, a mandatory evacuation of all visitors was issued at 8am this morning. This means all guest must leave today as quickly as possible.

If you have a reservation arriving in the next few days..please call the office prior to departing for your vacation.

At this time, it does not appear that Hatteras will receive Hurricane force winds. We will keep you posted.....see you soon.

Come on down to Hatteras - Go away Earl!

2010-08-31T09:37:00.003-04:00

Hi Everyone...

It is business as usual on Hatteras Island.

As of Tuesday am, we are not expecting Earl to come for a visit.

I will keep you updated as we know more.

Please expect to keep your vacation plans!

See you at the beach.
Colony Realty Staff.

Fall Fishing

2010-08-28T15:53:00.003-04:00

Fall Fishing is HERE!

The beaches are beautiful and uncrowded...so why aren't you here. Whether your preference is off shore, beach or pier fishing, one thing is for sure....you can't catch a fish in Hatteras if you aren't here.

It's a Great Day at the BEACH!

Congratulations Graduates

2010-06-13T11:14:00.003-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS to the Cape Hatteras Secondary School Graduating class of 2010. We would like to congratulate our very own Danielle Gartelman on her graduation. She received 3 college scholarships!!! Way to go Danielle. We know she will go on to do great things and we hope she will stay with Colony Realty for years to come.

Now that graduation is over isn't it time for your great beach vacation? We still have several homes available for your summer vacation. The weather is great...the beach is fabulous...the fishing is fantastic....all we need is YOU!

See you soon,

It's a GREAT day at the BEACH!

Cape Hatteras #4 Best Beach in America

2010-05-28T16:48:00.005-04:00

Cape Hatteras named #4 Best Beach in America

Outer Banks makes Dr. Beach Top Ten for 2010

(CAPE HATTERAS, NC) May 28, 2010 – The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is proud to announce that Cape Hatteras has again made Dr. Stephen “Dr. Beach” Leatherman’s Top Ten Best Beach list for 2010. The Hatteras Island beach has risen to the rank of #4 among America’s beaches. This incredible recognition by Dr. Leatherman validates what many have recognized for so long, that Cape Hatteras and the Outer Banks simply offer a different kind of beach vacation experience.

“People are looking for a greater value these days,” explains Lee Nettles, Managing Director of the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. “Dr. Beach’s ranking gives vacationers the assurance their travel dollars are being well spent on the OBX. Memorial Day is the official start of summer, which means a lot of people will be looking for a beach to visit, and we hope they’ll consider Cape Hatteras and The Outer Banks of North Carolina. This title is something we can all take pride in and enjoy together.”

The great thing about Cape Hatteras, is that it reflects the type of beaches you can find nearly everywhere along the 130 miles of Outer Banks coastline. If you like clean sand, lots of sun and affordable places to stay, the OBX is a smart choice for a family vacation. There are four islands you can drive to, all within a half day drive from millions of Americans, and with gas prices holding, you can really save more of your extra dollars for fun stuff when you get here.

FISH FRY - SATURDAY

2010-05-26T17:30:00.008-04:00

This Egret is looking for a fish dinner in Avon, also known as Kinnakeet. While he is fishing on the Pamlico Sound...we will be eating plenty of fish at the Avon Fire Station on Saturday evening. The Kinnakeet Civic Association is sponsoring a weekly Saturday night fish fry from 5-7pm. After a long drive or a long day at the beach, let someone else catch, clean and prepare your dinner. Hope to see everyone.

If you are staying in Hatteras or Frisco village, you may want to go to the Hatteras fish fry.

Either way...come early and bring lots of friends.

See you soon. It's a GREAT DAY at the BEACH!

2010-05-08T17:58:00.002-04:00

Everyone say goodbye to Blossom. She will no longer be in the office on Saturdays. It is just too exciting for her. However, if you must say HI to her she will be in the office Wednesday through Friday. She is looking forward to her Saturdays basking in the sun on the beach in Hatteras or just enjoying the sights and sounds of the Pamlico Sound from her deck!

Facebook page

2010-05-01T17:16:00.001-04:00

Hope you like the new Colony Realty Facebook page. Hang in there with me while I'm and still in the construction process. It will take me awhile to get everthing in here.

It is a BEAUTIFUL day at the beach. Typical Hatteras spring weather...75 or so and the wind is blowing. Fisherman are not so happy and the kite boarders are having a blast.

2010-04-14T18:15:00.004-04:00

Spring is here on Hatteras Island. The wind is great for windsurfing, kite boarding and paddle boarding. We have affordable vacation homes available from the ocean front to the sound front. So whether you prefer ocean water sports or sound water sports you will have easy access.

Oh, to be on the water today!!!

If you prefer fishing on the Outer Banks, the weather has been fantastic for fishing. There have been reports of Red Drum near Hatteras Inlet.

See you at the beach!

2010 Summer Vacation

2010-01-16T18:08:00.005-05:00

As the cold weather sets in I keep thinking of warm summer days. We are looking forward to seeing you at the beach.

Check out the newest additions to the Colony Realty family. Harlow Heaven is a 3 BR/2 Bath Ocean side home in Avon. It is a short walk to the beach and very affordable. Stones Throw ( Upper and Lower) is a Duplex in Buxton. Each unit is 2BR/1 Bath. They ar very close to the beach and the upstairs unit has a nice ocean view.

Mention this blog and recieve 10% off any full week rental rate in 2010 for Stones Throw or Harlow Heaven. Offer expires February 1, 2010. Offer not available with any other Colony Realty promotion.

Summer Blog Special

2009-06-17T18:30:00.003-04:00

Casa Bella -4 bedroom/4 1/2 baths Semi-Ocean Front with a beautiful view and a hot tub.

Sandrose - 3 bedrooms/2 baths with a beautiful ocean view and a free pass to the Avon Fishing Pier.

Mention this blog or email lesliep@hatterasvacations.com and receive an additional 5% discount off any new full week reservation for any June or July arrival date.

Currently these homes are offering a discount of up to 25% off from now until July 24th. This blog special will bring that discount to almost 30% off the regular summer rate!! Don't miss out....this special won't last long.

Michelle's Birthday!!!

2009-06-12T16:04:00.001-04:00

Hi Everyone,

Tomorrow, June 13th, Michelle will be celebrating her 24th birthday. Stop by the Colony Realty office and wish her a Happy Day!

Have you heard the news?

2009-05-27T12:54:00.002-04:00

The jetties and the view of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse from the Buxton Lifeguarded beach.

Cape Hatteras Named #7 Best Beach In America

Buxton Lifeguarded Beach Makes "Dr. Beach" 2009 Top Ten List

(Buxton, NC) May 22, 2009 – Buxton Lifeguarded Beach at Cape Hatteras was named as one of the Top Ten “Best Beaches in America” for 2009 by respected beach expert Dr. Stephen Leatherman. Known internationally as “Dr. Beach,” Leatherman rated the Outer Banks beach in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore #7 of ten domestic beach destinations.

Come see why Hatteras is one of the best beaches in America...