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Down EastThere are a few motels in the Down East area, and we've
listed them here. Many people also enjoy the kind of island getaway that is
a real back-to-basics experience, so we've also told you about
accommodations available on Core Banks (Cape Lookout National Seashore). For
information about Down East campgrounds, see our
Camping chapter.
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Lower Decks at Calico Jack's and Ferry Service Lower Decks is situated right on the water and offers 21
rooms arranged in a variety of ways. Guests can enjoy rooms that include
kitchenettes, single beds and double beds. The motel shares the property
with a full marina that offers a ramp, gas, supplies, refreshments and a
complete tackle shop. The ferry service provides visitors water-taxi service
to Cape Lookout and other places. Calico Jack's staff can make charter boat
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Driftwood Motel
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Surrounded by beautiful beaches, the Driftwood
is the perfect place to escape day-to-day stress and live the island life.
Recently remodeled, this 37-room motel is located by the Cedar Island-Ocracoke
Ferry terminal. Rooms offer either two double beds or one king-sized bed,
and all rooms have cable television with HBO. The fact that there are no
phones in the rooms makes the Driftwood the perfect escape. Bring your beach
chair, your kayak or your boat and enjoy all the island has to offer. Pets
are accommodated at the Driftwood. The motel also has a restaurant known for
fresh local seafood and prime rib (call ahead for hours), a gift shop and a
campground (see our
Camping chapter). The motel is open year-round. A continental breakfast
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Great Island Cabins Twenty-four rustic cabins are available on
South Core Banks at Cape Lookout National Seashore. These cabins are
arranged to accommodate 4, 6, 8 or 12 people and are rented on a per-night
basis. The cabins are rustic and include several beds with mattresses, a gas
stove with an oven, potable water, sinks, toilets and showers. There are
hookups for generators, if you bring your own. Bring everything else you'll
need, including cooking utensils and linens. A concessionaire operates these
cabins for the National Park Service and provides transportation to and from
the island from the Down East community of Davis. These cabins are very
popular, so plan ahead and reserve early. |
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Morris Marina Kamps - South Core Banks Twenty rustic cabins that vary in size to accommodate six
may be rented by the day on North Core Banks (Cape Lookout National
Seashore). The price indicated here is a per-person rate based on a full
cabin. Some cabins have no electricity, others have solar electricity, and
others have electricity and air conditioning. Although water is potable,
most visitors bring their own. Pack as you would for a camping trip, and
you'll be most comfortable. Long a guarded secret of anglers, this cabin
settlement is also the choice getaway for shell-seekers in the spring and
bird-watchers in the fall. Ferries run from the town of Atlantic to the
cabins several times each day, except from December through mid-March.
Making reservations well in advance is recommended. If you take your
four-wheel-drive vehicle over on the ferry, you can drive the 22 miles of
beach on this island. See our
Getting Here, Getting Around chapter for more information on the ferry.
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