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Ocean Isle Beach Museum of Coastal Carolina Programs

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The Museum of Coastal Carolina is a natural history Museum in Ocean Isle Beach North Carolina. There’s a planetarium, animal exhibits, and an aquarium and there’s always new programs and exhibits going on each month. Here are the latest upcoming events for the Museum of Coastal Carolina.

November 16 – learn about shells with Museum volunteer Roy Revis at 11 AM. He’ll discuss composition, colors, and sea creatures the build their own shells.Ocean Isle Beach Museum of Coastal Carolina Programs

November 21 is the (soft) opening of the Festival of Trees. Beautifully decorated trees donated by local nonprofit organizations will be displayed throughout the Museum up until December 14. There will be a silent auction where the winner will get to take his or her tree home fully decorated including tree topper, skirt, and lights. Museum visitors will also be able to vote for their favorite tree.

November 23 is the fun with stomp rockets. Education outreach coordinator Keith Eades will show kids how rockets work and measure the distance they travel darting at 11:00 AM.

November 29 is the Holiday Night at the Museum from 5 PM until 8 PM. This is a fundraiser that will include the grand opening of the Festival of Trees with holiday elves, Santa, trees to decorate, food, beer and wine, and music provided by Opportunity Rocks. Advance tickets are encouraged to the tune of $15 up to $35.

November 30th at 11 AM is the Budding Scientists Super Saturday. This is a hands-on lab for kids introducing them to science and experimentation.

December 5 from 7 PM until 8 PM is the Longest At night, a Winter’s Tale. This story of courage and generosity will explore the concept that winter is a time for the earth to rest. This is held at the planetarium.

December 5 from 8 PM until 9 PM is the laser trans-Siberian Orchestra. Enjoy the music of the season by this phenomenal progressive rock band that pushes the limits in tune with a beautiful laser show.

Browse the Museum’s website for a calendar of all events and daily events that are going on. There’s always something new to see, exciting to explore and learn about at the Museum of Coastal Carolina.

Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC

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We live in a beautiful part of the country and what better way to learn more about it than to explore some of the hidden gems and secrets around Brunswick County and Sunset Beach.

Here are some of our favorite Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC.

Swamp Park

Located just a few minutes outside of Sunset Beach in Ocean Isle Beach is the Swamp Park. This outdoor adventure center lets you explore the ecological benefits of our beautiful environment. There are guided ATV tours, zip lines, Swamp boat eco-tours and dozens of hiking and walking trails. It’s a great way to explore our area and learn a little bit more about our nature preserves. Did you know they have the longest, fastest, and tallest the line on the East Coast? Swamp Park is located at 5550 Watts Rd. in Ocean Isle Beach North Carolina.

Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC

Carolina Backwoods ATV Tours

Located a few minutes south in North Myrtle Beach South Carolina is the Carolina Backwoods ATV Tours. Get down and dirty with this family run business for the last six years. They provide guided tours and no experience is required. This is a fun adventure for the entire family. You can get here by going to 1461 Ash Little River Rd., Northwest in Ash North Carolina.

Barefoot Landing

While this isn’t too much of a secret, it is one of the best things to do and see around Sunset Beach. This is a huge shopping, dining, and entertainment complex in North Myrtle Beach. There are hundreds of things to do, large live music calls, restaurants, the Alabama theater, outdoor concerts and variety shows throughout the summer. It’s home to a variety of specialty stores and gift shops and there’s something for everyone.

Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC

Brunswick town

Located in Winnabow North Carolina is a major pre-revolutionary port on North Carolina’s Cape Fear River. During the Civil War, Fort Anderson was constructed atop an old village site and served as part of the Cape fear River defenses below Wilmington. There are several colonial foundations and a two or trail which crosses the earthworks of the Confederate for. You’ll find archaeological ruins of the foundations of colonial kitchens, homesites, and various outbuildings. If you are a history buff this is something not to miss. It’s located at 8884 Saint Phillips Rd. SE. in Winnabow

Ingram planetarium

Located right in our own as Sunset Beach is the Ingram planetarium. This is a great place to see the universe up close and personal with a state-of-the-art facility and a 40-foot dome ceiling with a high definition digital system and surround sound. You can also visit the Museum of Coastal Carolina, the planetarium’s sister facility in Ocean Isle Beach. If you present your planetarium receipt at the museum you get $1 off admission. The planetarium is located at 7625 High Market St. and Sunset Beach and the Museum of Coastal Carolina is located at 21 E. 2nd St.

Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC

Silver Coast winery

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this little hole in the wall spot is a great place to enjoy a lovely glass of wine from grapes grown in Northern Virginia and Georgia. Discover the hidden treasures of the Silver Coast. You can shop in the unique little gift store and find a wide range of wine-related items and gifts. The barrel room features an enchanting waterfall and offers the perfect setting for special events, weddings, or simply enjoying a glass of rose.

How to get here: located at 6680 Barbecue Rd., Ocean Isle Beach

Sunset River Marketplace

Located in Calabash, the Sunset River Marketplace has been offering unique jewelry, pottery, art, and more since 2002. If you’re looking for something unique, a one-of-a-kind gift, or something nobody else has, check out this amazing little marketplace.

How to get here: 10283 Beach Dr. SW. in Calabash

We hope you start to explore some of these amazing Hidden Gems Near Sunset Beach NC – let us know below what you thought of them!

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Featured Listings June 2019

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We have several great listings this month! 

1130 River Dr SW

$174,000

1130 River Drive SW

Calabash, NC 28467 • #100172254

 
2 BD 2 BA 1,547 SF
Very clean and well maintained home with RIVER VIEW! Recent Updates include: Roof (2018) Heat Pump (2018) Closet Door in Laundry Room(2018) Entry Doors to Laundry and Carolina Room (2018) Counter Tops, Disposal, Kitchen Sink plus most Light Fixtures & Ceiling Fans (2018), Tankless Water Heater (2016)! Deck (2019!) 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath PLUS Office! Amazing Carolina Room w/View of River! Separate Laundry Room w/Sink! FENCED backyard! WIRED workshop! Lots of mature Landscaping!
 
 
759 Wild Oak Lane NW Featured Listings
 

$255,000

759 Wild Oak Lane NW

Calabash, NC 28467 •

#100168491
3 BD 3 BA 2,203 SF
 
Great Opportunity to own this lovely Home with 3 Bedrooms, 3 FULL Baths plus BONUS ROOM on 0.43 Acres with Golf Course Views in a quiet and serene Golf Course Community! OPEN Floor Plan! Dramatic VAULTED ceiling in Living Room! Large Kitchen w/SS appliances!! Corian Counter Tops! Washer and Dryer Included! Spacious Dining Area w/Lots of Windows! Inviting Master Suite w/TREY ceiling! Master Bath w/JACUZZI tub! Separate Shower and W/C! Huge 29×15 Bonus Room w/Cathedral Ceiling and skylights adjoins Carolina Room! Large Deck plus Patio! Beautiful Landscaping! Irrigation and Security System Installed! Spacious Side-Entry Garage! Golf Course View! POOL Community! Only minutes from Sunset Beach, Shopping and Calabash Restaurants! Short Distance to Little River or North Myrtle Beach!
 
7827 High Market 13 Featured Listings

$185,000

7827 High Market, 13

Sunset Beach, NC 28468 • #100166130

Active Contingent
3 BD 2 BA 1,435 SF
 
ELEGANT and Well- Maintained 3rd Floor Condo w/GARAGE and Building ELEVATOR!! Within a few Minutes of popular Sunset Beach!!Beautiful NEW Light Fixtures! NEW Faucets in Bathrooms! NEW ceiling Fans! Family Room w/VAULTED ceiling, electric Fireplace and Three-panel Glass Doors leading to Patio. Beautiful view of trees from the Patio. The Kitchen features NEW Black SS appliances, 42” Maple Cabinets and a Breakfast Bar! SEPARATE Laundry Room! Elegant Master Suite w/BUILT-INS in Master Closet! Master Bath has a JETTED tub, Separate Shower & W/C, Double Vanity and Tile Flooring! Secondary Bedroom w/CUSTOM pull-down Murphy Bed and Matching CUSTOM desk. Front Bedroom w/French Doors! Within WALKING distance of stores & restaurants! Ride your bike on BIKE Lanes all the way to the Beach
 
 

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Sunset Beach Summer Farmers Market 2019

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I can’t tell you how excited I am to welcome back the Sunset Beach Summer Market. I feel all hints of frost and cold are behind us and now we are headed on to summer.Sunset Beach Summer Farmers Market 2019

The Sunset Beach Summer Market starts on May 2 through October 10 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Thursday at 206 Sunset Boulevard. It may be humble, but it is one of my favorite places to visit on a Thursday around Sunset Beach North Carolina. Not only are we a beautiful coastal town but we have local artisans and merchants ready to talk about their wares, share some delicious food, and it’s a great place to stock up your groceries for the week. I don’t know about you, but my weekly meal planning doesn’t start until Thursday. I Peru’s the market and see what’s going on and then decide on my menu based on what is local and in season that week.

The Sunset Beach Summer Market is put on by “Pure Market”, which provides local growers and artisans a venue to sell their goods to customers and encourages the use of local products and locally prepared foods.

The market sponsors and Sunset Beach Holiday Markets have introduced the “Giving Tree” project. This is where donors receive a gift from a vendor in exchange for their donation. Last year, Pure Markets was able to present $1400 to principal Rhonda Benton of West Brunswick high school for their student fund. This is used to meet the needs of underprivileged students. There always looking for some local charities and worthy organizations to share in the “Giving Tree”.

So what kind of things are we likely to see at the market?

Some of my favorite things are the local honey, freshly baked breads and goods, which makes excellent breakfast croissants, danishes, cupcakes for dessert, or just your sandwich bread for the week, beautifully scented and homemade natural candles, wood crafting items, jewelry and pottery, and of course all the local bounty in season. I think the first of the year were likely to see some peas, radishes, and all types of lettuces. By the end of summer, you’re looking at squash, apples, carrots, and root vegetables. I love building my menu around what’s available, sustainable, and in season.

Speaking of, strawberries are in season right now and I’d love to share with you my favorite salad recipe with strawberry vinaigrette.

Fresh Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette

Pick any type of fresh, tender lettuces, pea tendrils, broccoli and cauliflower that is maybe flowered a little bit, chive flowers, and any other types of greens, spinach, and mache Pilot up on a plate and then top with fresh sliced strawberries, feta or goat cheese crumbles, any type of chopped nuts, herbs such as mint, basil, cilantro, and parsley, chopped chives, sliced radishes, and then drizzle with the vinaigrette.

Strawberry Vinaigrette:

put in a blender 4 to 7 large strawberries, a teaspoon or tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar, a tablespoon of honey or another sweetener, a teaspoon of lemon juice, a dash of salt and pepper, and then about a quarter to a third of a cup of olive oil. Blend on high until completely emulsified and then drizzle over your salad.

I’m telling you, this is the freshest and most delicious spring/summer salad.
Enjoy! I look forward to seeing you at the farmers market throughout the summer.

Ocean Isle Beach Broke Ground on New Town Hall

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Ocean Isle Beach Broke Ground on New Town Hall

Ocean Isle Beach wants to build a new town hall just off of the island and the town has borrowed $5.7 million from First Bank to finance the project. The new town hall recently broke ground with Mayor Debbie Smith and pro team Dean Walters and commissioners Betty Williamson, Wayne Rowell, Carolyn Blythe, and Dave Green. They had a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, April 16 at 10:00 AM at the new location at 111 Causeway Dr. The Townhall will offer more parking and room for employees. The decision has come after concerns for a permanent structure off the island in case of a hurricane. The board of commissioners approved the project back in March.

Other news in Ocean Isle Beach includes the naming of their newest Park. The park is located at 11 E. 2nd St. and they’re holding a contest to name the park. Entries will be accepted from May 1, 2019, through August 2, 2019, and suggestions for Park names must not infringe on any trademarks or licensed products. An in-house committee will select 10 to 20 names out of all the entries and forwarded to the town of Ocean Isle Beach board of commissioners which will then select the winning name. The winner will be announced on August 13 at a board of commissioners meeting. The grand prize winner will get a gift basket filled with local treasures.

In other Park news, Island Park has completed its renovations and now have access open to the public.

Feel free to visit the Ocean Isle Beach Facebook page to stay abreast of all the latest information, events, and news around Ocean Isle beach.

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Best Restaurants in Sunset Beach and What to Order

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You don’t have to go too far for great restaurants and food right here in Sunset Beach. Nearly all of our restaurants are within a couple block radius on the intracoastal waterway along Sunset Boulevard north. But what are the best places and what should you get? Whether you are a new be, local, or visitor, here’s some of our favorites.

Mavericks Java – located at 303 Sunset Boulevard north, this is the perfect place for brunch or breakfast or maybe just a great cup of coffee. If you’re looking for traditional omelettes, pancakes, and muffins, this is your comfort stop all week long. But, if you need something on the go, their breakfast sandwiches are great as well. They’re open every day of the week until 2 PM and if you need a good blended iced coffee, freshly brewed decaf, or foamy cappuccino, stop into Mavericks Java. You can also pick up a box of their coffee cakes, desserts, or muffins for a little snacking at home.

Simply BBQ

Simply Barbecue – located at 3240 Holden Beach Rd., which is the only one located outside of town but well worth the mention, is one of the best barbecue spots around and it’s a food truck, so you never know where they may end up. Technically they are a food truck but are primarily located next to the BB & T branch on the Holden Beach Causeway near to the entrance of the Harbour Island minigolf. Some of our favorites include the smoky ribs, baked beans, and spicy potato salad. Make sure you get an apple crisp on your way out and their sauces are both vinegary and sweet depending on how you like it. We love brisket so we often will stop in for a pound of brisket and simply take it home to munch on all week long.

Crabby Oddwater

Crabby Oddwaters – located at 310 Sunset Boulevard this tried-and-true local place has been here for decades. If you want true waterfront dining and Sunset Beach, this is it. While many places boast a farm to table mantra, Crabby’s is from ocean to plate. For a taste of true seafood check out some of our favorite dishes at Crabby’s including the Crabby Oddwater combo including salmon, shrimp, and scallops served with olive oil and fresh herbs. Of course, we usually don’t miss the she-crab soup in a velvety cream based sauce with Sherry. If you’re going to share something, check out one of their buckets, which comes with corn, potatoes, sausage, and butter. And for something truly unique, there softshell crab sandwich with occasional remoulade is amazing.

Fibber McGee

Fibber McGee’s – This local favorite is found along Sunset Boulevard up on the corner of Seaside Road. If you’re looking for some good old-fashioned Irish pub fair, this is great. We love it when it gets sunny and warm outside so that we can sit alfresco and enjoy a plate of their nachos, Ruben spring rolls, fried green tomatoes and their delicious slow roasted prime rib sandwich. These are just some of our favorites but if you’re into seafood, they make amazing shrimp tacos and a salmon BLT. Of course, you know they have your favorite Irish draft ready to serve up.

Sarah's Kitchen

Sarah’s Kitchen – located at 1649 Seaside Rd. SW. unit 7, this beach café is a perfect spot for breakfast Monday through Friday. They have huge homemade biscuits, lunch specials, and comfort food favorites such as grilled cheese and tomato soup, meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans, or a bowl of homemade broccoli cheddar soup. When we want some traditional home cooking, Sarah’s is where we go.

Will there you have it, some of our favorite restaurants around Sunset Beach and what to eat when you’re there. Have you eaten at any of these places? What were your favorites? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

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