Late summer getaway in Corolla, NC
Catherine has been taking full advantage of her summer at her family’s beach house in the Outer Banks and to say I have been jealous of all of her weekends away is an understatement! Phoenix is growing into the cutest little beach babe and I was so thrilled to be able to spend a weekend at the beach with these two.
Our September trips in the past meant New York Fashion Week, events, shows, photo shoots and either air or train travel. Sure, we miss the energy of the city, but I think I speak for both of us when I say that our lives have changed for the better since the arrival of Phoenix and Catherine’s motherhood adventure. Let’s be clear, we still know how to have fun!! Beach days, bare feet and beer gardens made for a much needed girls weekend away.
Some things never change…
Their house is in Corolla, which means you have to drive through Southern Shores and Duck to get farther up the island. Pro tip: whatever you do, do not plan to arrive between 11-4. The island is one road and you can get stuck for hours if you come around check-in time or leave around check-out time (especially on the weekends). We woke up at 4am in Richmond and made the trip in about 3 1/2 hours, which is as good as it gets!
We were lucky enough to have some of Catherine’s siblings there (remember, she is the oldest of 9) to help with Phoenix so we could get in a nice 3 mile stroll down beautiful Duck Rd. Ha! No, but really, it was good to get a little movement in before a very windy / foamy day on the beach.
I discovered Might Swell Seltzers when John and I were in Emerald Isle and was so bummed that they aren’t available in Virginia yet. I was thrilled to find out that they had them in OBX and we bought a few extra 12 packs to bring back with us. Dear Mighty Swell, Virginia needs you!
And Whispering Angel is always a go-to when we want to “splurge” on a good rose.
We ventured a few miles down the road to the Beer Garden which is the cutest little outdoor space. We drank delicious summer beers & Phoenix enjoyed all the people watching. Another must-visit spot near Corolla is Sunset Grill for sunset cocktails, obviously!
Obviously, we had no shortage of Turkish Towels and Catherine especially loves our Medet style for Phoenix. It is perfect for breast-feeding and napping on the beach, because of how lightweight and breathable it is!
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Kileen
September 17, 2020 at 3:43 pm (4 years ago)Oh wow this looks like a really fun time! I would love to check out that beer garden for sure!
Kileen
cute & little
Hillary Conheady
September 18, 2020 at 1:02 am (4 years ago)I’m dying to go to the Outer Banks and this post only made me want to go more! Definitely saving this for the future!!
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September 18, 2020 at 10:33 am (4 years ago)you would love it!! a diff vibe than Charleston, but great too!
Anna English
September 18, 2020 at 6:56 am (4 years ago)It’s been years since I’ve visited the Outer Banks, so jealous! It looks like y’all had a great time.
Sarah Lindner
September 18, 2020 at 7:08 am (4 years ago)So nice to have a place to get away to! Sounds like a dreamy place! xoxo, Sarah
Laura Leigh
September 18, 2020 at 9:24 am (4 years ago)looks and sounds like so much fun! making me miss the beach! also LOVE whispering angel!
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Stephanie
September 18, 2020 at 9:35 am (4 years ago)Definitely looks like you had a fantastic time together at the beach. I’m totally envious! A beach house vacation sounds pretty glorious right about now. Glad you got a chance to live it up this summer!
Lizzie
September 18, 2020 at 10:35 am (4 years ago)This looks like so much fun! I hope you all had a wonderful time! I’m looking forward to traveling again soon 🙂
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Greta
September 18, 2020 at 11:40 pm (4 years ago)My husband and I went to OBX in July for our anniversary and had the best time! I love it there!
Sophie
September 20, 2020 at 7:01 pm (4 years ago)Photos on the beach are the coolest ones! You had a lot of fun. I am really jelous.
Adaleta Avdic
September 27, 2020 at 10:45 pm (4 years ago)Outer Banks is on my list of places to visit. I’ve been to other parts of the Carolinas but never to OB!
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September 28, 2020 at 10:07 am (4 years ago)ah it is so great! highly recommend!
Marlene
September 28, 2020 at 1:55 am (4 years ago)This looks like such a fun trip! That rose is one of my all-time favorites.
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September 28, 2020 at 10:07 am (4 years ago)right!! it is so good!