This may be one of North Carolina’s best kept secrets! You need a a 4 wd vehicle to drive on the island. In order to do so, you must purchase an off road permit. The Ranger and volunteers were so kind as was the staff of the ferry from Davis. The location cannot be beat. We traveled as a family of 4. My husband, myself and our two teens. The beach and location was surreal and absolutely amazing! The kids suffered a couple jellyfish stings so be sure to bring the vinegar. The Ranger station sells gas, diesel, and ice. That’s it. You need to bring everything else. The cabins are rustic with bunk beds. But they do have hot water and a gas stove. The grill outside is good for cooking hotdogs and quick foods but doesn’t have a cover to be able to cook something more Sophisticated with ease. The sounds of the ocean were beautiful to sleep to. Everyone on the island was amazing and kind. There is a screened in porch and a clothesline to dry towels. This is a very special place!