Brooke Mayo Photography

Beautiful homes and a lovely small island. Friendly staff that always gives a nice warm southern welcome!

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Wonderful getaway! Celebrating our 40th

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I cannot recommend the Sanderling Resort enough. We fell in love with the property as soon as we pulled up, I think my husbands words were "now, this is what I'm talking about". We met with Debbie and instantly clicked with her and loved everything she was sharing about the property. It was clear that there were many options to meet all kinds of budgets and sizes and Debbie was going to be there every step of the way. Planning a wedding from afar can be really challenging so I LOVED the fact that Debbie was onsite and able to help coordinate vendors and that the Sanderling was a number of the largest vendors all in one: caterer, linens, tables/chairs & bar. Which meant that I didn't need to find *too* many more vendors to complete my day. Having a day of coordinator included in the package price was also a HUGE selling factor to me.

The Sanderling has a great preferred vendor list, they had a million linen colors to choose from, many of the 'extras' that you may want but again can all coordinate through them. We wanted a few special options at the bar, (beer & wine that were not on their list) & Debbie worked with the Bar Manager to ensure that we could have what we wanted on our day. She did a fantastic job walking me through the budget & helping me make decisions to stay within the budget, I never felt pressured to increase what we wanted to spend. Debbie was EXTREMELY responsive, again something you really want when you are planning your wedding from far away, she was always easy to get ahold of via email and willing to pop on the phone for a more in depth phone call.

I've seen so many brides STRESS about the day of schedule and the coordination of all of the vendors and I did not have one ounce of stress about this process. Debbie handled all of it, asked for my opinions but created our timeline based on her experiences and had everything ready to go. My bridal party was a little rowdy, to say the least, & Debbie handled them like a pro, keeping everyone on task & on schedule.

I received endless compliments about our food, the service, Debbie, the venue etc. and having our big day at the Sanderling was everything we could have dreamed of. 10 out of 10 experience and I will always recommend them & Debbie, to anyone looking to get married in the Outer Banks! More...

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We have used EI Realty for many years. They have always addressed any issues quickly and to our satisfaction. Our homes have had few issues.

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Having our wedding at the Sanderling was an absolute dream. If you're looking for a venue that is professional and fun and is a 'one-stop-shop' for all of your wedding needs, this is it.

We are from Baltimore, MD but knew we wanted to get married in the OBX, NC as it holds a lot of amazing memories for us and our families. When we were searching and comparing venues - the Sanderling Resort struck us as being very equipped for out of town planners like ourselves. It had all the amenities we would need for hosting our guests for the long weekend and the vibe of the resort is unmatched. It was very clear from start to finish that they knew what they were doing and that everything would be taken care of. And it absolutely was!

Our coordinators, Davis and Kristen, were very enthusiastic, timely and professional with all of their responses from the beginning stages of planning, all the way through the day of and beyond. It was a perfect fit for my husband and I whose only real request was that we be told where to stand and that everyone have fun! The day flowed so effortlessly - thanks to Kristen and the amazing staff - which is what I believe all couples are in search of!

On top of the amazing service, the beautiful venue and the amazing staff, the food was absolutely PHENOMENAL! Our guests are still raving about it.

One of my favorite things about planning our wedding at the Sanderling was the friends and family feel of it all. All of the preferred vendors know each other pretty well and work together all of the time, which makes the experience that much easier and more magical. We feel as if we were welcomed into this exclusive family and it's a one-of-a-kind experience we would not have gotten anywhere else!

We cannot thank Kristen and the amazing Sanderling team enough for putting together a wedding that far exceeded our expectations. More...

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I have always wanted to stay here, and today we checked in only because after hurricane Dorian I received an email for buy two nights get one free. So normally this room is about $350 a night but for this special the room is about $250 a night. So based on that, I was expecting something simply stunning, breathtaking, exquisite, super wonderful. Well, I'm just a little bit disappointed. The lady at check-in was super nice, and even after we checked into our 2nd floor room and realized all we could see was a sand dune so we asked if we could move to the 3rd floor she was so kind and said yes - although the room she put us in is right next to someone in the next room - now the place is virtually empty so why would we need to share a tiny balcony with someone right next to us, just on the other side of a wooden lattice wall, we had to hear their music, smell her perfume, and she had to hear us talking and talking. As for the room, well it has a king bed, better than typical carpet, a nice large clean bathroom, a small table with two small chairs, and one wing chair - hotels just get me putting one comfortable chair in a room that typically has two people in it. The balcony is small, and the dead midge flies piled up in the window sills and around the screen door is quite disgusting. Yes, the room is nice, but the price of the room is about a hunrdred dollars a night too much, down at the discounted rate. I'm going to relax and enjoy this room, but I don't plan to come back and pay these prices. Am I missing something?!!! More...

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Beautiful sunrises and sunsets with the oven waves as a concerto. A wonder boutique hotel on the OBX. Our escape from the rest of the world.

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What an amazing experience we had at the Sanderling Resort - couldn’t have had a better time!

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I have always wanted a beach wedding and when my now-husband recommended the Outer Banks, I found the Sanderling Resort. We visited the resort and felt so welcomed by the wedding team. We went with the Event House elopement package, which included a beer canoe and s'mores by the firepit! Over the course of planning, our original Sanderling wedding planner left and Kristen Allen took over. Kristen was able to take over seamlessly and made sure that we had everything we wanted for the big day. We never had to worry because she made sure every detail was perfect! Even when we had to make some last minute changes to the reception due to the unusual amount of bugs outside, she kept us informed and relaxed for our special day. Surprisingly, the bugs stayed away that night and we could enjoy the outdoors and firepit! I couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else or with any other planner! More...

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Elegant facility. Great massage.

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great food, wonderful view.

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If anyone finds a silver wedding band (super basic!)... it’s my husbands fell off while swimming in ocean. Would mean an awful lot to me if found. (We we’re staying at 3205 ocean drive) have been looking since Tuesday. More...

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Wonderful spa and service offerings with impeccable team

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Beautiful Resort! Great service, large rooms with comfortable beds!

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Amazing rooms and the spa is top notch. Attentive staff with great amenities.

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Brooke is a gem! She was able to capture our family's personalities and smiles (even our grumpy 18 month old!) and did so in such a way that put us all at ease. We had SO much fun during our family session in the Outer Banks and I highly recommend her services. The pictures are incredible-gorgeous and full of joy. Thank you, Brooke! More...

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We have been loyal customers for many years! We appreciate the beautiful homes, amazing affordable variety and fantastic customer service. Yesterday we got the bad news that the home we were planning to rent was damaged in the hurricane. We were very dismayed, however Heather from Emerald Isle realty went above and beyond to help us relocate. We are thrilled and excited. Best company ever! They will help you in any way possible and by the time you are done you will feel like family. Thankful for Emerald isle realty. More...

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Have been coming here for years. Love the beautiful rooms, the quiet times at night, friendly people, excellent food, great beach, morning coffee, the spa, the gift shop, and just the ambience. We don’t need over the top fancy!

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Our house was a tornado victim and Heather was Wonderful helping to get us in a different one for check in tomorrow!!!!

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Brunch at the life saving station is great. Nice place to take the parents etc.Very nicely decorated.Menu is good although last time I came the vanilla bean French toast was moist and delicious, but this time is was dry and dull and like any other average French toast anywhere. They serve biscuits and have nice pots of jams etc to have with the food.Check out the life saving station memorabilia whilst there. More...

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My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience with the Sanderling. Debbie was our wedding coordinator and made everything about our special day perfect. One of the best parts about using them as your venue is that it is a one-stop shop, so you never have to worry about running out of anything. Not to mention being able to get married on the beach and have a reception on the sound makes everything so beautiful and photogenic. Amazing food and wonderful staff made our special day perfect. Highly recommend. More...

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My husband and I got married at the Sanderling Resort in the Outer Banks in May, and we could not be happier with our venue. From the moment that we met Debbie, she was nothing short of amazing. She was there every step of the wedding planning journey to help us with all of our questions, and was wonderful to work with. The Sanderling is a stunning venue, and their entire staff was phenomenal throughout our wedding day and our entire stay. Our wedding day was seamless; Debbie made sure that everyone was where they needed to be, when they needed to be there, so that I could focus on our day and enjoy every moment! The Sanderling will always hold a special place in our hearts; without Debbie and her team, our dream wedding would not have been possible! Our family and friends still talk about how beautiful our ceremony and reception was, and how incredible all of the food was during the cocktail hour and dinner. Needless to say, we would highly recommend the Sanderling for your wedding day, or special event! More...

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The Sanderling Resort was the BEST and dreamiest place to get married! We absolutely loved the staff and especially loved working with Debbie Norris as our wedding coordinator! ! Debbie was always easy to reach, confident and organized in our planning, and focused on bringing the vision we had for our wedding day come to life. We could tell that Debbie and the Sanderling Resort have much experience serving couples and their our experience with them could not have been better. We highly recommend Sanderling Resort for your East Coast wedding! More...

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Candace was awesome. Made our day extra special!

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Awesome service and delicious cuisine! Thank you for catering and being a part of our daughter’s wedding! The Spider-Man Hors D’oeuvres display was a hit!

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My first Home always in my ❤️ and forever the @atlantic beach

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Big Shout Out to Maintenance!! We here at Sea Maiden West would like to share our gratitude with your excellent maintenance crew and to your AC contractor for their stellar service yesterday. When we arrived at 4 and found that the AC was off on our second floor, we were not happy. The place was hot as hell. I called and, notwithstanding the fact that it was a Saturday near the close of business, your maintenance crew was here an hour or so later with window units for the bedrooms. They brought two but we needed three. No problem they said. They were back a few minutes later with a third. And then your AC contractor showed up and fixed the AC. After a couple of hours with the window units and the AC going, we had the most comfortable house in Emerald Isle. So, BIG THANK YOU. In an era when they say customer service is dead and gone, your crew brought it. And on Saturday night. I can’t thank them enough. They are the best. Stephen More...

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I can't thanks enough the Sanderling Resort staff to make our most important day a great one. But most of all, Kristen Allen, our wedding planner.
Kristen you were an absolutely amazing wedding planner! You were professional, poised and gracious at all times. Thank you so much for being there for me from start to finish, being so patient with me, and putting up with my worries phone calls, questions and last-minute changes. Our wedding was beautiful and perfect. It was the day we had always dreamed of. The flowers, decorations, the cake, and the reception were stunningly gorgeous. Thanks to you, Kris and I were able to fully enjoy our wedding day without a worry in the world! Please do not hesitate to use us as a reference for other brides and grooms looking for a wonderful wedding planner for their special day. More...

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Great place to relax at the beach on the Outer Banks!

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Great so far. Nice to be close to the beach!

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Beautiful resort, wonderful service. Can’t wait to return

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Great place, beautiful scenery, service is excellent! Highly Recommend!

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My family has used Emerald Isle Realty for decades now and have always had the very best experience! Sabrina has always been more than accommodating each and every trip. The houses are always very well cleaned and ready on time if not earlier than check in. Sabrina has also helped my grandparents find different rentals throughout the years to suite their needs for each particular trip. Any needs or concerns we’ve had prior to or while on our vacation have always been met. I highly recommend Emerald Isle Realty if you’re traveling to Emerald Isle. More...

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We consider Emerald Isle our home away from home. My family has been visiting there for 20 years. Everyone at Emerald Isle Realty has always made sure everything was perfect. WE will continue to visit as often as we can and shouldn't even consider using any company but Emerald Isle Realty. Thank you so much for years full of beautiful memories. More...

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The Sanderling is wonderful in February. It is the perfect escape from the hustle of the DC area. The staff are professional and very friendly. The beach is quiet, and often warm even though it is midwinter. We love it there and look forward to our visit each year. More...

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My wife had always dreamed of having a perfect beach wedding and The Sanderling Resort was the best venue to make this a reality. We looked at numerous spots along the Outer Banks and nothing came close to the beauty of The Sanderling. As the only venue on the Outer Banks with both Sound and Ocean views this offered the perfect combination for every event involved in our wedding. From the rehearsal dinner in the new event center, wedding on the beach, reception at the pavilion, numerous meals at the Lifesaving Station, and dinner at Kimball’s Kitchen, The Sanderling offered enough variety to keep us experiencing something new each night. Our title says Chefs in Love because both my wife and I are chefs. We were really nervous about finding a location that would impress us with the food, as well as impress our wedding guests, whom we knew had high expectations. Our Coordinator Kristen Allen and the food and beverage team at the Sanderling went above and beyond to curb all our fears and make sure we had enough time to taste and adjust the menu as we desired, however, the food we selected needed no adjusting. They helped create our signature drinks and gave us a wedding our families still talk about! We were so happy to be married at the Sanderling and are already planning our one year anniversary there! This place is one of a kind. More...

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Great spot to enjoy all the OBX has to offer. The resort offers excellent beach access, beach services, tasty food and beverages and a host of family friendly games! You really have the feel of a comfortable beach cottage with all the service of a top tier hotel. Great! More...

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The team here is top notch! My family needed help finding a vacation rental and from all the great reviews we decided to contact emerald isle realty. Best decision we could have made. Your vacation starts with a phone call to emerald isle realty! Thanks to Sabrina and the team!! More...

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The staff is accommodating and have great customer service!! They offer lots of properties to fit any budget and worth the value for such an amazing beach community.

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Such an unbelievable experience with Brooke she puts you at ease, makes you feel like family, keeps you smiling and laughing. . and able to reveal all the different layers to a person. You really have an incredible talent! More...

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The hospitality that is given is outstanding with Emerald Isle Realty!! Very easy to work with and helpful!! Highly recommended!!

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We have been staying at the same beautiful house for 14 years and the service has been outstanding. We have had a good relationship with E. I. Realty and have made some amazing memories there. The house is always clean and the view is gorgeous. Everything works well and if something is not, they come to service quickly. Very impressed. More...

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5 stars! Our family has been renting with EIR for 30 years and we’ve always had the best experience! The wonderful staff makes every visit so easy and fun. You won’t get anything better!

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We have been booking with EI Realty for many years and have only had positive experiences. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable and go out of their way to make your vacation extra special! We highly recommend them for all of your vacation needs! See you all in a couple of weeks! More...

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The staff is always friendly and helpful. Great customer service all around.

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