Panoramic Ocean Views-Top Floor :
A wall of windows overlook panoramic ocean views. Shooting Star's beach & ocean view is over a natural sand dune. Ride a bike to a bistro / martini bar, just two blocks away. The well-stocked kitchen will inspire the gourmet in your group, comlete with wine frig, cappucino, food processor & belgian waffle iron. Restaurants, movies, grocery stores, souvenir shopping, outlet mall and amusements are close by. Ice skating off season.
Avoid the traffic ; Shooting Star is located just 3 miles from the bridge to the mainland.
You'll find excellent surf and deep-sea fishing here. The warm water of the gulf stream is just offshore.
Shooting Star is professionally decorated featuring a cathedral ceiling with a reverse floor plan in living areas -- great room, dining room, gourmet kitchen, ship's watch loft-den with telescope and WiFi throughout. King master suite with a private deck. Hot tub deck leads to spiral staircase connecting you to roof top sun deck.
Sleeping Quarters:
This entire top floor is decorated in a plum/pink and teal motif.
The middle floor has a king master suite decorated in a whimsical fish/seashell motif, and a kids' suite (sleeps six children) with Sony Play Station and toys for all ages. The connecting 'grandparents' room' is decorated in a seashore motif, and has a queen size bed. There are TVs in all bedrooms and a flat screen TV in the great room -- most with DVD players.
Special features include four sun decks, hot tub deck, rooftop deck reached by a spiral staircase, an enclosed outside shower, screened porch, spacious kitchen, gas fireplace (off season), fish-cleaning station, covered deck w/hammocks/swings, and a ships' watch (den) with telescope.
Truly distinctive lodging offers premium bedding. Color-coordinated bedspreads, pillows, and blankets are provided; sheets and towels are delivered to your cottage (no charge in peak summer season), or you can bring your own. Start up groceries can be delivered too! (Optional).
Area Attractions & Gourmet Kitchen:
The spacious kitchen includes a wine frig, cappuchino machine, coffee grinder, spices, microwave large smooth top stove, ice cream maker, belgian waffle iron and large gas grill on the deck -- just off the kitchen. A bread maker, professional blender, lobster/crab pot make mealtime fun. Rice cooker and vegetable steamer, too. Dishwasher, too, for easy clean up.
The home is fully air-conditioned, and has seven ceiling fans for your enjoyment. Beach and baby equipment are provided. Enjoy free local phone calls and wireless broadband Internet access. All utilities and end-of-vacation cleaning are included. There are no hidden fees.
The home is near seven public golf courses -- some with views of ocean, all within a 15 minute drive. Miniature golf is nearby, as is fine and family dining. For those truly adventurous vacationers a double ocean kayak is included and a corn hole game. Don't miss the bowling center for rainy days just several miles away.!
Ski:
We invite you to reserve early to get the week of your first choice. This cottage is a featured rental on the Outer Banks Tourist Bureau.
Golf:
7 golf public golf courses within 15 minute drive. Price range $50-$175 /round with cart.
Other Activities:
kite flying hang gliding surfing kayaking jogging stroller provided
