Holiday Events
Celebrate the holidays at The Sanderling Resort, where coastal charm meets festive tradition. Enjoy culinary experiences curated by our Executive Chef Sherman Harris throughout the season. From our Thanksgiving feast and our whimsical Grinch Brunch to elegant Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners. Ring in the New Year with a refined celebration by the shore, complete with coastal flavors and warm hospitality. Whether gathered with family or escaping for a quiet seaside retreat, the holidays at The Sanderling are filled with flavor, joy, and oceanfront magic.
Dates and Times:
- Thanksgiving Menu: Nov 27 | 11am-8pm
- Grinch Brunch Menu: Dec 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 | 9:30am-11:30am
- Christmas Eve Menu: Dec 24 | 5pm-9pm
- Christmas Day: Dec 25 | 12pm-8pm
- New Year’s Eve: Dec 31st | 5pm-10pm
Reservations for parties of up to 4 can be made below:
Reservations for parries of 5 or more can be made via the contact form.
Executive Chef Sherman Harris
Theodosia
Welcome to Theodosia, our signature restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Vivian Howard whose Southern roots are imbued in every dish she creates.
Lifesaving Station
Located in the historic Caffey’s Inlet Life Saving Station No. 5, the renovated Lifesaving Station is The Sanderling’s casual, three-meal restaurant celebrating coastal Southern cuisine.
Sandbar
Enjoy a relaxing lunch or afternoon snack within the dunes at the Sandbar or grab something to-go on your way to the beach. Sandbar is is currently closed for the season.
Beach House Bar
Start your morning with freshly brewed coffee and house-made pastries, or unwind in the evening with a glass of wine, a handcrafted cocktail, & a light bite. The perfect spot to begin or end your day by the coast. Beach House Bar is currently closed for the season.
Sanderling Seaside Picnic: The Perfect Beach Day
The warm Outer Banks sun on your skin, the rhythmic sound of waves crashing just steps away, and before you, a perfectly curated picnic basket brimming with culinary delights. This isn’t just any beach day; it’s a Sanderling Seaside Picnic, designed to transform your coastal relaxation into an experience of pure indulgence.