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“A getaway at Sanderling is a promise of memories, discovery and adventure”

“There is something rare and wonderful in counting on something as simple as promises delivered”

“Cared for under the warmth of an impeccably trained staff, Sanderling is the only full service resort in the Outer Banks”

“Sanderling- charming and romantic, diverse and eclectic, authentic and unpretentious, alive and vibrant. It’s an experience.”

“A one-of-a-kind destination, Sanderling has a magical pull on those who come here.”

“Sanderling- charming and romantic, diverse and eclectic, authentic and unpretentious, alive and vibrant. It’s an experience.”

"A beautiful place for a wedding. A romantic and emotionally, amazing experience. Everything was exceptional."

“Sanderling brings the retreat to the level of art”

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EXECUTIVE CHEF

Chef Jeffrey Russell joined the Sanderling Team in 2011 as Executive Chef. With 25 years of culinary experience with resorts, he joined Sanderling Resort most recently from the Equinox Resort and Spa in Manchester, Vermont. Prior, Chef Russell was Executive Chef for the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah; Desert Sage Restaurant in La Quinta, California; and Ventana Room at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Arizona. His cuisine is rooted in Sustainable, Organic, Artisinal and Local ingredients - or what we at the Sanderling have adapted as S.O.A.L. Chef Russell received his culinary education from the Culinary Institute of America in New York.

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Breakfast Package

Enjoy breakfast in the Lifesaving Station. Package includes one entrée, coffee and juice for two. Taxes and nightly resort fee additional.More information...

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Lifesaving Station

Lifesaving Station and No 5 Logos The Lifesaving Station - Sanderling Resort Reservations

Located in the original—and splendidly restored—Caffey’s Inlet Life Saving Station No. 5, the Lifesaving Station is Sanderling’s casual, three-meal-a-day restaurant celebrating southern coastal cuisine and regional, organic products. New with the renovations is a spacious outside seating deck and large fireplace.

Known for its “best breakfast on the Outer Banks” and a-la-carte Sunday brunch, the Lifesaving Station is a favorite Duck, N.C. restaurant choice for both locals and vacationers. Renowned chef Tim Nelson’s menu changes seasonally, and specials feature the freshest of the day’s catch. Always a favorite, the blue crab is served fresh and steamed hard-shell, or sautéed soft-shell during the May-to-September season. And be sure the try the Lifesaving Station’s famous Carolina BBQ Sampler and Spring Mountain Farms Buttermilk Fried Chicken, always on the menu.

The Lifesaving Station maintains an impressive wine list. Local breweries are featured while specialty cocktails feature coastal “house cocktails” and bourbons. Upstairs, the renovated     No. 5 offers sweeping views of the Currituck Sound.  The relaxed atmosphere is conducive to catching the game and enjoying quality cuisine. The Lifesaving Station also provides delivery
and take-out service for resort and vacation home guests.

A TRIBUTE TO OUTER BANKS HISTORY In an effort to assist wayward passengers and crew aboard shipwrecked vessels off the coast of the Outer Banks, lifesaving stations were constructed at intervals along the Atlantic shores, and manned with the bravest of local men. One such station was the Caffey’s Inlet Lifesaving Station, one of seven original stations constructed in 1874. Decommissioned in the 1950s, the station is on the National Register of Historic Places. To honor its noble history, it was lovingly restored as Lifesaving Station Restaurant. Take a little time to study the historical memorabilia and nautical artifacts that decorate the restaurant’s spaces.