Hi Kay,
It is a very reasonable stay during the OFF season both in the spring and the fall/winter months.

You can get to Currituck, Bodie Island, Hatteras, and Ocracoke by staying in one place. You could also see the new Roanoke Marshes Light replica,the Roanoke River replica and Chicamacomico LSS...all by commuting from one beach cottage or hotel.

But because of the traveling distances, and the barrier islands, you'd need to travel farther south for a second stay to get to Cape Lookout, Baldhead and Oak Island.

Ocracoke, Baldhead and Cape Lookout must be reached by ferry...but a very enjoyable ride for either in decent weather.

If I can be permitted to mention this here, the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society is currently selling raffle tickets , and one of the four prizes is a weeks stay in a beachfront cottage at Hatteras Island Nov. '04 - May '05. I have the tickets, if you'd like to try that route.

Judy