Note: This is still a work in process so not all of the activities below are available...A "Work In Progress" symbol () indicates that we are working on that item and it MAY be available by the time you arrive.  If you REALLY want that activity, check with us first.

Pelicans Rest is directly on the banks of Cedar Island Bay a mere stroll of 200’ (60 meters) from your lodging.  The property is very private so you can kick back and relax without interruptions.

Many of our clients arrive with a long list of things they want to do...most soon discard that list and just sit of the deck or yard and read and relax with their dogs. 

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• You have a panoramic view of the Bay and, in the distance, the Outer Banks.  The Bay is very calm and has a very gentle slope to the deeper water, making it perfect for families. 
• The property has about 500’ of private shoreline with a small sandy beach with chairs, umbrellas, outside fresh water shower, etc..    
• Swimming, boating and fishing, are available.
• Huge 40x20 pool. 
• We have a canoe and paddle boat for your use. Recent guests loved to paddle the canoe through the marsh canals to their VERY private beach area. 
• We have yard games available including, horseshoes, petanque/boules, and badminton.
• The one major road on the Island is lightly used (except for 10 minutes after the ferry arrives!) so walks and bike rides on the Island are practical. 
• Less than a mile away is the beach of Pamlico Sound that is great for walks and swimming at anytime. Dogs are welcome 
• Guided Horseback riding on the beach is available at a nearby stable at very reasonable rates.
• Local guides are available for fishing and hunting, in season.  These men were born and raised on the Island and know all of the good places. They are very affordable.
• Take a passenger ferry to a deserted portion of the Outer Banks for secluded surf fishing, sunning, shelling or napping!  Take the pooch 
• Fantastic photo opportunities including from duck blinds!
• We have a collection of books and games in several languages (English, French, Italian…) in case we have a rainy day.
• Included are cable TV’s, VCR’s and DVD players and we will share our collection of videos with you.  We even have XM Satellite Radio.
• Free WiFi to DSL Broadband Internet
• Bird Feeders are placed around the property for your enjoyment. 
• Cedar Islanders make their living from the sea so the seafood cannot be any fresher.  We will assist you in obtaining the catch of the day before it is put on trucks to the big cities at high prices.  During shrimp season, the view of dozens of boats working all night is amazing.  Then, the best part is you can go buy the shrimp that were just caught as they are unloaded!
• Or, catch your own!  Frequently we gather clams right in our backyard or put out crab traps.  Depending on the season, sports fishing can also make for a nice dinner.
• Since the Island is far away from industry, the sky is crystal clear making for “Carolina Blue” skies in the day and a milky way of stars at night that seem close enough to touch.