Entries by Amanda Gray

Style The Day Boutique at Village West

This week’s Village West small business spotlight is Style The Day Boutique, with business owner Polly. We asked Polly five questions to learn more about what her small business, Style the Day Boutique, offers and give her a warm welcome to Emerald Isle’s newest community! 

Carolina Kite Festival in Atlantic Beach

The Carolina Kite Festival, held in Atlantic Beach each year, is hosted over several days, with nighttime events on Saturday. This is a perfect “lazy day” event, where you can pack a lunch and a blanket and picnic in the sand with floating entertainment, music, and children’s events, like building your own kite.

5 of the Best Atlantic Beach Seafood Restaurants

Whether you consider dining a cornerstone of every vacation or just want something convenient and delicious, local cuisine offers a valuable travel experience. Like many coastal communities, the Crystal Coast’s Atlantic Beach has a stunning assortment of seafood restaurants showcasing fresh, local fare you simply can’t find inland. Today, we’re sharing five of the best Atlantic Beach seafood restaurants you must try.

September 2022 Featured Agents

This month, we are honoring our top real estate industry performers who are consistently ranked as a top producer within Bluewater Real Estate and in their local market here on the Southern Outer Banks of North Carolina.

3rd Quarter Market Report

As we review our 3rd Quarter Market Report, details show that Crystal Coast markets are softening in Carteret, Craven, and Onslow Counties. Consistent with national trends, interest rates are continuing to increase. Naturally, we begin to see a dip in home sales, affecting the average quarterly sale prices.

What to Know About Home Inspections

With so many costs associated with buying and selling homes, it’s understandable that some people may want to forgo their home inspection. Still, most real estate professionals will tell you that having a home inspection is well worth the investment, and most lenders will require it. We’ll cover a few things you can expect regarding home inspections.

Family Reunions on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast

We may be a little biased, but the Crystal Coast is an excellent place for a family reunion. The gorgeous sprawling beaches, comfortable year-round weather, and historic communities are just a few of the perks of choosing our beautiful coastal region. Moreover, having your reunion at a vacation rental has many advantages!