Historic home lovers will find plenty to admire. Adorable, Bahamian-style, double-porched cottages line the leafy streets of the Historic District. One famous house, the Hammock House, dates from 1709. Named as one of the most haunted homes in all of the South, it once housed Blackbeard and some of his wicked pirate band. So you've come to the right place. This town is used to exorcising--and existing comfortably--with ghosts. Mix your history with chills and tales by going on a lively Ghost Walk with www.tourbeaufort.com.
Visit the 300-year Old Burying Ground and take a self-guided tour back through history. Discover the graves of the girl buried in the rum keg or the British soldier buried standing up, in full uniform, facing England and saluting King George.. Voted as one of the top romantic places in North Carolina. Wonder who voted? Pick up a brochure at the main gate on Anne Street or at the Historical Society headquarters on Turner Street.
Excite your senses. Now Beaufort may be a bit off the beaten track, but lots of fine culinary temptations are to be had. Just right for exciting flagging appetites. Some mighty fine chefs have migrated here for the relaxed lifestyle. Collar any citizen on the street and describe your hankering. They'll be happy to recommend an eatery to suit your needs.
A personal favorite is the Blue Moon Bistro. Both full meals or lighter fare are fine here. A fruity Chardonnay along with an appetizer of juicy duck over wilted baby greens is a treat. Or maybe the pan-seared sea scallops in a cognac sauce over penne pasta? Oh heck, give me both.
Remember the TV series Cheers? Well, Cheers is still very much alive in the form of the Back Street Pub. Known as “the friendliest and funkiest pub from Maine to Venezuela” you'll not be a stranger here for long. Jump right into the conversation—new faces are soon friends. A wide variety of performers stop here. Checkout their web site for who's appearing www.thebackstreetpub.com. Musicians show up with instruments and voices for jam sessions on Weds. nights. Dancing? You bet. Solo or with a partner. Get on up. If traveling with a pooch, not to worry. Your dog is invited to the Back Street, too. This is the Little Easy, after all.
Now that you're more relaxed, why not renew your senses with a beach picnic? The Coastal Community Market, 252 728-2844, 606 Broad Street, provides the fixings with great organic groceries and produce. Blue cheese and grapes? Apples and Stilton? Definitely some high octane dark chocolate. Their small complex also houses massage and hair-styling services, so you can get your body, mind and spirit all renewed at the same time.
