Rodanthe

Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo appear to be one town at first glance. Indeed, many people, both locals and visitors, refer to them as "The Tri-Villages". Their borders intersect, and one village appears to blend into the next, but to many - locals and long-term visitors alike - the villages are distinct places, each with its own identity, history, and personality. Rodanthe's meaning has been lost to time, but it has since become synonymous with this lovely little beach town, a town that few outside of the families who lived here and the intrepid travelers visiting the Outer Banks knew about until a certain novel and a certain film - Nights in Rodanthe - put the town on the pop culture map.

The Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station, a collection of historic buildings that once housed the men, animals, and equipment needed to rescue ships stuck on the shoals offshore, is one of the first sights as you enter Rodanthe. It's now a museum that tells the stories of daring rescues and the men who carried them out, and it's a source of pride for the village and a place to which nearly every resident has a connection. After you've finished checking in, there's a dramatic dining scene. Expect the usual suspects, as well as plenty of pizza and fresh seafood. To collaborate on development, the small communities have joined forces with nearby Waves and Salvo. With Rodanthe as a base camp, you can explore the Outer Banks to the north or south and find a fun way to spend the afternoon.