Blockade Runner Beach Resort

Timeless quality. Classic boutique resort. These words describe the Blockade Runner, located in the heart of the beautiful barrier island of Wrightsville Beach. As NC’s only surf-to-sound resort with two pristine beaches, every activity for a perfect vacation can be found within minutes of your room. In addition to oceanfront activities, the soundside of the Blockade Runner offers complete services for sailing, fishing, kayaking, diving, stand-up-paddleboard, and eco-tours. Championship golf courses are nearby with shuttle service to tennis courts.

All rooms at the Blockade Runner are waterfront, either oceanfront or facing charming Banks Channel Sound with queen or king bedding. The Terrace, the newly renovated oceanfront balcony section, offers additional amenities such as high-thread-count linens, plasma TVs and bathrooms with marble, granite counter tops and rain forest showers. All with a magnificent view of the oceanfront gardens.

The Blockade Runner's outdoor patio bar provides casual dining with a spectacular view overlooking manicured gardens and the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy an unforgettable experience and feel the ocean breeze on the outdoor deck of award-winning East Oceanfront Dining. Fresh local seafood, lobster, wine tastings, comfort food, and the popular Sunday Brunch are a few of the mainstays at East Oceanfront Dining.

With easy access to major cities via Interstate 40 and ILM Airport, the conference and banquet facilities at the Blockade Runner offer an excellent opportunity for group conferences. Corporate rates are offered year-round. A complete fitness center, including whirlpool and dry sauna, are on-site for your convenience. During the warm months, enjoy oceanfront yoga or aqua zumba at the pool.

Children ages 5 to 12 will dive into Sandcamper's, a supervised children's program providing a number of fun indoor crafts and games, plus beach, pool, island excursions and evening activities.