Stella Maris - Star of the Sea in Hatteras

Stella Maris: A Consecrated Family Sanctuary in Hatteras Village

Step back into a simpler, more faithful time on Hatteras Island. Built in 1952 by the hands of beloved local shipbuilder Charlie Styron, Stella Maris (Star of the Sea) has served as a cherished family home for generations. Now, it stands fully restored—blending classic Hatteras craftsmanship with modern, high-end renovations—to offer a place of true peace, rest, and godly recreation for your family.

A Haven of Privacy and Play

While located in the heart of Hatteras Village, Stella Maris offers a rare luxury: complete seclusion. Set 125 feet back from the road on a private, lush plot and surrounded by 4.5 acres of undeveloped wetlands and bird sanctuary, this home provides a safe, quiet buffer where children can run, play, and explore without the anxieties of traffic or neighbors. It is a true island retreat where the only sounds are the island wind and the birds in the sanctuary.

Our Commitment to Your Family

We believe that a vacation home should be a place of refreshment, not spiritual debris. As a Catholic family, we have dedicated Stella Maris as a space of prayer, properly blessed by a priest. Because we know that the media and content consumed within a home affect its atmosphere, we maintain a strict standard: we invite only those guests who share our commitment to a wholesome environment, free from pornography and immoral entertainment. We believe in protecting the innocence of the next generation and ensuring that when you stay here, you are walking into a space of peace, not a place infested by the influence of previous worldly habits.

Modern Comfort, Timeless Character

We have poured our hearts into renovating every square inch of Stella Maris to the highest standards, while carefully preserving the original wood floors and classic Hatteras siding. The result is a home that feels both historically rooted and effortlessly comfortable, featuring a brand-new, fully equipped kitchen, a dedicated laundry room, and a spacious first-floor bath for ease of living.

Equipped for Adventure

We want your family to unplug and reconnect with God’s creation. To facilitate your time together, we provide:
* Bikes: For morning rides through the village.
* Paddleboards: To explore the quiet beauty of the nearby sound.
* Hammocks: For afternoon rest, prayer, or simply enjoying the ocean breeze.

Proximity to Local Life

* 2-minute walk: Groceries and coffee at The Dancing Turtle.
* Cultural Heritage: Across from the Historic Weather Station Museum and walking distance to the library and playground.
* Island Exploration: 1 mile from the Ocracoke Ferry and the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum.
* Coastal Beauty: 1 mile to public beach access and National Park vehicle entry points.

Stella Maris is not just a rental; it is a sanctuary. We invite your family to join us in honoring the "salt life" as it was meant to be lived: with gratitude, joy, and the freedom of time spent together in the sun, creating new memories with your family that will last a lifetime.

Attractions:

- 2 minute walk across the street from the island's grocery store and Hawaiian style coffee shop, The Dancing Turtle

- across the street from the Historic Weather Station Museum

- 2 minute walk to kayak, bike, and golf cart rentals

- walking distance to many seafood restaurants and bars

- 1 mile drive to the public ferry to Ocracoke Island and the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

- 1 mile drive to beaches

- 10 minute walk to nature walk

- 3 minute walk to the Hatteras library with playground

- 1 mile from public beach vehicle access to National Park (permit required - two week permit can be purchased)