NC Living Magazine - Winter Issue

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THINGS TO DO IN HARBOUR ISLAND

PHOTO COURTESY OF RUNAWAY HILL INN

R E S TA U R A N T S / L U N C H . S i p S i p - Overlooking the Atlantic ocean, this is a

A C C O M M O D AT I O N S / R U N A W AY H I L L I N N - This boutique hotel overlooking

must for lunch. Open from 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Wednesday - Monday, this

the ocean is owned by hockey great Mark Messier. It is a perfect escape on

restaurant is first come, first serve. I personally love the chili dogs here, and I

the island, and you will enjoy the palm tree-lined courtyard leading to its

don’t usually eat chili dogs.

entrance. Indulge in an in-room massage while listening to the waves kiss the shoreline.

/ C O C K TA I L S . M i a m i V i c e a t P i n k S a n d s - There is something special about a strawberry margarita, pina colada mixed drink

/ T H E L A N D I N G - This is a boutique hotel and restaurant with

while overlooking the turquoise blue waves as they gently touch the shore

inspired design by famous Ralph Lauren model India Hicks. If you don’t stay

and whisk away back out to sea. Pink Sands is the place to enjoy a beachy

here, you must at least enjoy cocktail hour at the bar and reserve a table for

afternoon sun cocktail.

dinner. The cuisine is some of the best on the island. Try the beef tenderloin or lobster ravioli, and ask to visit the “Cellar,” it offers an incredible wine

/ S N A C K . Q u e e n C o n c h - Fresh conch salad, need I say more?

selection!

Conch prepared with lime juice and mixed fresh tomatoes and onions is the perfect snack on a hot afternoon!

/ VA L E N T I N E S R E S O R T A N D M A R I N A - The yachtfilled dock is beautiful at sunset. Enjoy a cocktail with the neighboring

/ B A K E R Y. A r t h u r ’ s B a k e r y - This artisan bakery serves the best chocolate cupcakes I have ever tasted. You must try the coconut or the

island of Eleuthera in the background at dusk or enjoy a selection from the menu at any time during the day.

jalapeño cheese bread, and the mini-donuts are great as well. / T H E R O C K H O U S E - Another of the island’s incredible boutique hotels. Its ambiance will make you swoon. Make reservations to dine poolside in a cabana.

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