Island House of Wanchese

Breakfasts are great and plentiful.Nice garden area with screened structure.Very good area resturants any many things to do.

My husband and I went for my birthday and we had a lovely time. Jeanne was very sweet and a great cook! She even upgraded our room when we got there. The beds were Number Comfort Select beds which made us feel like we were in a luxurious hotel, and we got to wake up to the smell of bacon and pancakes. The house is cozy and comfortable, and it wasn't to far from anything near Nags Head. My only complaint was the shower in our room (Zoe's I think) was uncomfortable because it was so small, but I looked at the shower in the adjacent room and it was much better. Next time!

Jeanne was a great hostess! The gardens and house are beautiful! Jeanne and Roy have collected many interesting finds and antiques over the years. The room we stayed in was very nice and quaint. We decided to try a B&B this time, since we are often unhappy with the beds at the local hotels. We were pleased that the bed was so comfortable. The only reason I did not rate the cleanliness Five Stars, was little things I noticed - mainly spider webs in the outside sitting area and one in our room. Also, she has lots of albums, books, etc - so, I noticed some of them could use a cleaning. However, it is a huge house and takes a lot of upkeep. Our bathroom was spotless. We were there several days and they changed our sheets! So, overall the house was very clean! We love going to the OBX in what is considered the "off season." However, there was lots going on to see and do! We will definetly go back to the Island House of Wanchese!

The owner breeds Westies and she brought them out for us to see. They were adorable! In general, this B&B is a lower cost way to stay near (but not on) the beach. You can drive straight to Coquina Beach and avoid the commercialism of Nags Head. Plus, enjoy the sites on Roanoke Island itself.

My daughter and I wanted to do something different in our travel and we are so glad we did. Staying at the Island House was a wonderful experience at our first Bed & Breakfast. Jeanne is a wonderful Hostess and exceptional cook. Our first breakfast was the best blueberry pancakes I have ever eaten. We stayed 3 nights here and loved it. Each morning Jeanne prepared a lovely, Delicious breakfast. The home was quiet and welcoming. The breakfasts were so good that I wish I could have stayed another day to taste the next mornings because each day it was something different. I just can't say enough on how much we enjoyed our stay. We slept so good each night. Explored Manteo and Nags Head. Ate at the Fishermans Wharf at the end of Wanchese, one of the restaurants Jeannie recommended. Outstanding. At the end of the day, going home to the Island House was just that....like going home. Because of our wonderful experience here has opened up our wanting to stay at B&B now. Thank you Jeannie for opening your home to us.

The Island House of Wanchese is easy to find although it is off the main thoroughfares. The hostess, Jeanne, is gracious, helpful and serves a delicious breakfast. The area is very quiet yet only a few minutes from Manteo where one can find excellent restaurants, charming shops and a Festival center which includes a theatre, museum and gardens. From here it is easy to explore the the Outer Banks. We will happily return to this welcoming B & B.

We stayed in the Willie Suite and it was roomier than anticipated. The queen size bed was very comfortable and easy to fall asleep. Breakfast was delicious both mornings and the grits were amazing. One very nice thing is it was only 5 mins from Nags Head so the beach was easy and accessible.

We were warmly greeted by Jeanne when we arrived and she provided valuable information on sights to see and places to eat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Wanchese is convenient to many local sights but away from the main tourist haunts. Nice quiet, convient place to stay.

When travelling in the US we always try and book into a B&B. We enjoy the unpredictability and owner specific touches. We have never been let down. The Island House of Wanchese was no exception. The room was well appointed and the breakfast first rate. The lady of the house is quite a character. Yes, she does breed dogs (small ones), but they are not allowed in the guest areas. Indeed, one would hardly know they were there. After we had booked, I read some comments on Trip Advisor which might have put us off. I am glad we ignored them. The Island House is a great B&B slightly off the beaten track of Nags Head and well worth the visit.

Nice place, out of the way. Noisy street in the mornings due to commuters.

This is a great place to stay if you are visiting the outerbanks. It is one of the more inexpensive B&B places to stay but does not lack in quality. It is only about 10 minutes from the beach but a way from all the hustle and bustle of the main strip.

Wonderful Hostess, Wonderful Room, Wonderful Breakfast!! We could not ask for a better place to stay. The hostess was wonderful and treated us like family. She even worried about us getting home safely because of hurricane Irene. We will stay there again!

A one night stay was too short..we will come back again. Convient to all the activities..and a quiet retreat at the end of a busy day. Breakfast was great and our hostess was helpful with information of places to see and eat.

I was surprised by my husband with an overnight at the Outer Banks. Jeanne is a wonderful hostess who has a beautiful B+B that she and her husband lovingly restored. It cost about half of what other B+B in the area cost. We were provided with a wonderful homemade breakfast. We would definitely stay there in the future.

Very accessible to Manteo and Nagshead. Beautifully furnished, lovely gardens and every need anticipated. The owners have developed a first rate B & B with loving care.

Elegant Victorian home and very friendly hostess. Not far from downtown Manteo. Spacious living room. Great home base for Roanoke area.

It was a great place to relax, meet new people, and have a great vacation in the Outer Banks!

We were the only guests for the weekend so Jeanne upgraded our room. The Inn is beautifully decorated with antiques with an amazing collection of Coca-Cola memorbilia. Jeanne is a gracious hostess and an excellent cook! We cannot wait to go back to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. Our love to Lexi, Zena, Gracie, and Daisy!!

My husband stayed and stayed at the Island House for a weekend when I was running this year's OBX marathon (the inn is 5 miles from the finish line). We had a wonderful time in Wanchese and enjoyed all the details of the inn. The common area is full of things that give the inn its character. Our room (Willie's Suite) was great: a lot of space, a separate seating area, a bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The whole inn was very clean. Jeanne was extremely helpful with tips and suggestions for dining, exploring the Outer Banks etc.. She even got up at 5am in order to prepare some light breakfast for the runners who stayed in the inn. We very much likes the location of the inn. It is very peaceful and quiet, lots of trees and flowers, a beautiful church right across the street. There are some really good dining options in Manteo (5miles away). would definitely go back!

It was cold and damp. But the hostess was incredibly friendly and she made an outstanding breakfast.

My husband and I spent 2 weekday nights at the Island House of Wanchese. It was a wonderful house to rest in from our daily trips to the outstanding sights of the Outer Banks. Our hostess was wonderful-great advice, fantastic breakfast, and charming conversationalist. The house is lovely with its antique furnishings. We highly recommend that you spend your nights and mornings there whenever you visit the Outer Banks of NC.

Jeanne and Roy were wonderful hosts and treated us like members of their extended family. Our room was great (my wife fell in love with the pink accents and the antique furniture), and the common rooms were filled with all sorts of intersting antiques. All in all, a very nice place to stay. Thanks!