Sunset Beach, NC News and Events

  Tulips are blooming along the boarders of quaint cottages. Fresh, tender, new green leaves are spreading in joy to reach up to the sun. Birds tweet and twitter in delight as they flit about making or repairing their nests.  It’s spring! And what does spring mean to foodies? Fr... View the full post »

  You are walking along the beach, basking in the early morning sunshine, savoring your coffee and thoroughly relishing the quiet lapping of the waves on the beach that is unbroken by questions and interjections from your children. The moment is pure bliss and you think you never want it t... View the full post »

Can you believe that Easter is just around the corner? April 15th to be exact this year! If it wasn’t for the gorgeously warm weather, it would be hard to believe that it was even spring yet - this year is just flying by! And, it can be a good thing to have the year fly by, especially if... View the full post »

You are lugging the enormous bag under the sun, sweat dripping down your face even though the day isn’t that hot. It is just that crazy, enormous bag. Vacation would be beautiful and a breeze if only you didn’t have so much luggage. Really, it seems like you packed everything but the... View the full post »

  Have you ever tried a green-drink? Or a detox smoothie? One of those drinks that promises such incredible results that you have to try it, and then tastes like something out of a lawnmower? You have to be extremely dedicated to drink something like that over and over. Now, of course, there... View the full post »

  A brisk salt breeze ruffles your hair, making the color in your cheeks rise. The sun envelopes you in a warm, caressing hug, making your body un-stiffen after the stressful week you’ve just had. And the soft, rhythmic lapping of the waves lulls you into an incredible sense of calm. ... View the full post »

  It’s spring! Or nearly. The sun is shining, the weather is warming, and things are beginning to bloom here in Sunset Beach, NC. With the advent of spring comes the longing to get out and enjoy the weather, and just to enjoy life! We have a full roster of delightful, and affordable,... View the full post »

Can you believe this gorgeous weather we are having?! Between the sunshine and the warmth, you would think we have entered May or June already. This gorgeous weather might be causing us to do a double take when we look at our calendars, but here at Sunset Vacation we are never disappointed... View the full post »

Fun all day. Sun beating down on your shoulders and thawing out your fingers. Sand under your toes, giving you a free pedicure. Doesn’t this sound heavenly? Like something from a dream after this long spell of cold, or at least cooler, weather? Well, guess what? Spring Break is about to ha... View the full post »

Crystal clouds of snow are sweeping across the frozen whiteness covering any and all discernible landscape features. Grey clouds turn the entire outdoor world the same color. Flat grayness. Nothing more. And there’s been no sun for days! Indoors, you are curled up under a mound of blankets... View the full post »

Can you believe that Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us? Have you decided what you are going to do for that romantic dinner for two (or for your whole family)? Are you dreading dragging your family to a crowded restaurant only to have the din make your own children act up? Or, if you are wi... View the full post »

** This post was updated November 2020 ** What is your idea of the perfect beach? Stunning white sands? Beaches made up of black volcanic ash? Pearly whiteness made up of nothing but polished shells?  Whatever your personal preferences, some be... View the full post »

An escape. A scintillating adventure. A new life. That is what a vacation is supposed to give you. It is also what a good book is supposed to give you. Doesn’t that sound like something you would love to have a bit of this winter? When you come to Sunset Beach on vacation and stay in one... View the full post »

It is nearly Valentine’s Day! A time for love. A time for romance. And a time for chocolate. Think decadent, rich, sweet chocolate. Creamy. Molten. A crunchy outside shell. We aren’t describing a generic box of chocolates here, if you can’t already tell! In fact, it is best to skip tha... View the full post »

Are you always exhausted? Stressed out and ready to crack? Feeling like you can’t breathe if anything else piles up on you? Then you are probably looking for a way to free yourself of stress and find some peace in your life. What if we told you we had the solution for you? Well, gues... View the full post »