Since its opening in 1961, Seaside Art Gallery has steadily expanded from one room into an impressive 12 rooms, filled with selections representing an eclectic range of artists, eras and mediums --- even masters like Rembrandt and James M. Whistler. Owned by the same family at the same location, the gallery is like an art museum that just keeps going and going, except nearly everything in it is for sale. The business is a reflection of more than 75 years of collecting that started with original owners Barbara and Chester Smith, and is lovingly continued by their daughter, Melanie Smith. Most rooms at Seaside feature themes, like seascapes and local scenes; Western and Native American art; modern art; antique pottery and vintage art; and Oriental art. An entire room is dedicated to a huge selection of estate jewelry, and another to a collection of original Audubon art. A miniature art show --- featuring work no larger than 40-inches square or ,for sculptures, 6 inches ----held annually at the gallery since June 1992 has gained international acclaim. Another show held in February since 2007 “Animals in Art” donates 10 percent of the sale of any animal-related work to the local animal shelter. Artist demonstration shows, lasting anywhere from a day to a week, are also held throughout the year. The owner is also a certified art appraiser.
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You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It happens to the best of us. We’ve checked dozens of chair reviews and features. Here are our picks for best beach chair.
The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the black and white horizontal striped structure, peaking out over a line of dense cedar trees on the soundside.
Overview Unwind in style at Beach King, a professionally appointed Nags Head retreat situated on a large lot directly on the ocean's edge. This home embodies the spirit of beachfront elegance, and is the ideal destination to experience the Outer Banks at its finest. A stellar combination of panoramic views, sophisticated design, extensive indoor and outdoor amenities, and a laid-back South Nags Head location make Beach King a stunner. The great room's floor-to-ceiling wall of windows that frame the ocean set this home apart. Relaxing views can be savored from many vantage points in this home - experience the sea breeze from the open or covered decks, or rise to stunning vistas from one of the many oceanview bedrooms. Even the rec room on the ground floor has a sliver of horizon view! Another distinguishing feature is the huge back yard. This home is set on one of the largest lots in Nags Head, and has an expansive outdoor area that includes a private 30x16 pool (much larger than comparable homes) with shallow kids area, hot tub, cabana bar, private beach walkway, and a grassy area perfect for yard games, including corn hole (boards & bags provided). Indoors, amenities include a rec room with pool table and shuffleboard, as well as a dedicated home theater room, designer kitchen, and nine bedrooms with private baths (+ additional den with king bed) offering privacy and comfort. With very little development to the west, the beaches of South Nags Head are often less crowded than our northern beaches. A sidewalk lines the length of Route 12 in front of the home, which is convenient for riding bikes or jogging, and you're not far from the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, a favorite among locals for live music and happy hour. There are many popular nearby attractions: spend a morning climbing nearby Bodie Island Lighthouse, book an offshore charter from Oregon Inlet Fishing Center, or visit historic downtown Manteo for a day trip. Ground Floor Rec room with pool table, shuffleboard, media area, and kitchenette/sports bar Bedroom with twin bunkset, twin bed, twin trundle, private bath Theater room with 12 seatsCovered carport with ramp entranceHalf bath Game time! Vacationers of all ages are going to love the ground floor rec room at this property, which has wall to wall windows overlooking the back yard and includes a pool table, shuffleboard, media area with flat screen, and full kitchenette/sports bar (stainless appliances include a full refrigerator, additional ice maker, dishwasher, and microwave). Modern wainscoating and additional custom finishes give this room an upscale, nautical feel. The bedrom on this level offers a twin bunkset and twin bed with trundle, as well as a private bath with tub. Outdoors: A ramp leads to the front door from the covered car port for convenient access. The exterior of this home is a true oasis. The expansive back yard is one of the largest of any of our properties, and also one of the largest in Nags Head. Cool off in the private pool, which features a shallow area for kids, or spend vacation nights enjoying the hot tub. An adjacent cabana bar ledge is a great place to watch friends and family play corn hole! The private beach walkway takes you to a covered dune top deck, where you can enjoy peaceful moments watching the waves roll in. Read more about Ground Floor First Floor Four kings with private baths + a den with king bed and attached bath Bedroom with pyramid bunk, twin bed, and private bath Covered wrap-around porch Five king beds are available on the middle level of this home. There are five king rooms - please note that one of these bedrooms is considered a "den" with king bed and adjoining bathroom, but it does not have a closet. The last bedroom is a pyramid bunk and a twin bed. All rooms offer flat screen TVs, private baths (one with special access amenities), and five of the rooms have access to the deck via sliding glass doors. The covered wrap-around deck offers a shady getaway to read a book, and evokes the spirit of classic Nags Head oceanfront architecture. Read more about First Floor Second Floor Great room Dining area KitchenThree kings with private baths Sun deck accessible from great room, and covered deck accessible from two bedrooms Bright and spacious, the open great room features a wall of windows that frame a stunning ocean view. Step out on to the open deck that overlooks the pool and on towards the ocean to enjoy the sunshine and salt breezes. Back inside, the chefs on vacation will love cooking in the high-end kitchen, which offers granite countertops and dual stainless appliances (2 refrigerators, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 microwaves), wine fridge, two Keurigs, as well as a central island with seating for four. The dining table has seating for 12. This level also offers three king suites, each with a private bath, two of which have access to a covered oceanview deck. Read more about Second Floor Updates for 2025: New flooring in bedrooms and a new sofa in the great room.Updates for 2023: New hot tub.Pool: Pool heated by heat pump. Ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees. Path to Beach: Due to shifting ocean currents and wind, it is normal for sand accumulation to cover the walkway and gazebo floor at this home. Weather and ocean currents can affect the dune, adding or removing sand from the walkway area. Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) regulations protect the oceanfront dune line, and prevent "digging out" walkways when sand accumulation occurs.Please note that driving in the backyard is not permitted, as it will damage the underground irrigation system.Special Access Amenities: This home offers a ramp to the ground floor entrance as well as an elevator. One mid-level king has a bath that includes a roll-under sink, low-barrier shower, and shower seat. Please note that none of our homes are ADA compliant.
- Nags Head
- 9 Bedrooms
- 11 Bathrooms
