''My family and I have spent many Christmas weeks at the Outer Banks. We all had a wonderful experience at the Glad Tiding (K-09) home this past week 12/21/-12/28. The home is one to remember and had plenty of room for all to enjoy. Not at any time during our stay did anyone feel as if they were crowding on each other. All amenities were great including the kitchen, elevator, king size beds, indoor swimming pool, home theater, all were there for our enjoyment. The pictures on the website are...''

''Always enjoy working with their company from year to year. They have a great staff and a great selection of homes to choose from....''

''My family loves the OBX, we have been coming here for about 15-17 summers now and just fall more in love every time. We have stayed with this company for many of thoughs fun summers. Thanks for being a great, friendly company....''

''The Castle has a B&B and then they have villas. One of their villas is across the street right on the harbor. It has a phenomenal view of the harbor and a screened porch to enjoy it. It's the only room they have with a King bed and there's a really nice jacuzzi. Be warned that breakfast is not included though - we misunderstood that from the reservationist. We'll be back next fall....''

''We just got back from a couple of nights in the OBX. Normally we stay in a vacation rental, but this time tried FCI - excellent choice on our part! The bedroom and bathroom were very clean (the better half cannot stand a dirty bathroom and even she commented on how clean things were). Everything is well appointed and very cozy.

We go to Nags Head quite a bit -- in the future, I think we'll extend our stay and spend a couple of nights in First Colony Inn before checking into our vacation renta...''

''most of the other reviews are accurate - this is indeed an old motel that needs renovation. but its in a great area and is extremely affordable ($150 is affordable for peak season in the OBX) - especially with limited pet-friendly options in the nag's head area. its right on the beach and close to restaurants and attractions. the SUPER friendly and accomodating staff makes up for the basic rooms and pool area. i'd recommend it if you're a low-maintanence person just looking for a place to crash...''

''THIS PLACE IS AWFUL!!!! Our family had a reservation there for our family vacation. We expected a nice peaceful hotel, but we were wrong! As soon as we got there, we searched through the streets of Manteo for anything but this hotel! Thank Goodness we found somewhere else so much nicer!...''

''The Sanderling is not only in a perfect location but it's feel is like a big open lodge. The staff is out to take care of you, The rooms are spacious with a spectacular view. I really love the atmosphere, the afternoon tea, the big reading room and the free Sunday papers!...''

''Thank ya'll for a wonderful stay. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and will definately be back on the weekend of May 23-26 of 2008. I don't think I have stayed in a better place on the beach in a very long time. I dont normally give out my age, but I have been coming to Nags Head since I was 2 years old and out of those 34 years I have been coming down there, I can't remember a more pleasant stay. Once again, thank you very much. I will be in touch very soon for reservations on the earlier mentio...''

''We've never stayed at the motel, but the gift shop is very, very nice! There's a great selection of clothing (though a bit pricey), but on the other side of the store is a good variety of items. After reading the glowing reviews of the motel, we'll give it a try next time we visit Ocracoke....''

''All of the staff was very friendly, helpful and concerned that we were taken care of. Hotel was beautiful, clean, great location. We would love to go back....''

''We had originally planned to spend an entire week camping but the weather did not cooperate and so we decided to check into a hotel. Blackbeard's Lodge was absolutely perfect! The rooms were clean and they have many different options and so we were able to stay in an efficiency apartment and save a little money on meals. The common areas are really nice- lots of comfy couches and tables and a gameroom and heated pool. Our boys, 6 and 4, felt right at home and enjoyed playing with other hotel gue...''

''True Outer Banks atmosphere...have stayed there several times and keep coming back.Rooms are adequate and clean with a great staff.Shopping and nightlife are close by.One day drive from Canada makes it a great option to Florida for me....''

''We stayed here last summer and will be going back in a few weeks. It is nothing fancy, that is true but you cannot beat the price!! It could use some updating, but updating means updating the cost of the room as well :)

Service was fine. Room was clean and comfortable and had a small fridge and microwave. I had towels whenever I needed them...no complaints there.

The pool was clean. It also was not crowded. Some nights our family had the pool all to ourselves.

The hotel is...''

''Room was very clean and private balcony had spectacular view of beach. Efficiency a bit tight but had everything we needed including a stove. Would stay again....''

''Nice large rooms. Stayed 2 nights but in different rooms. 1st room was nice and clean, not worn. 2nd room, two rooms over, was dirty and very worn. Guess it depends on which room you get. Kind of pricey, but not outrageous. Better with AAA discount....''

''It was walking distance to the beach, short drive to the marina and just an over all good location for what we wanted. The rooms were not 5 star but nice. Would have been better with 2 baths but we made do. We would stay there again....''