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Specials & Packages

Make your stay at The Sunset Inn truly exceptional by taking advantage of some of our seasonal specials or packages.

Slip away this winter!

February 2nd- March 12th, 2026

Enjoy 15% off weekday stays (Monday – Thursday) at The Sunset Inn where winter is peaceful, cozy and beautifully quiet.

Honeymoon or Anniversary Package 

Champagne and chocolate will start your stay off right at The Sunset Inn! Take an evening stroll or curl up with popcorn and a romantic movie. Either way you'll be sure to connect with your loved one! Package includes:

  • Champagne with keepsake glasses
  • Chocolates or chocolate covered strawberries (seasonal)
  • Charcuterie Box from a local company
  • Couples massage at local spa (one hour)

$399.00 per couple

**Does not include gratuity. Package should be booked ahead of time and is subject to availability with spa.  Must be at least two-night stay.

Maureen Ryan Griffins Coastal Writing Retreat, 2026

Coastal Writing Retreat, February 27th - March 1st, 2026. 

Back by popular request: weekend writing retreat at beautiful Sunset Beach!

Give yourself time to write in community with others who love words and ideas, and time for solitude, too. There will be ample free time to savor your beautifully appointed private room with king sized bed, private bath and balcony, the large porches with rocking chairs and swings, and the coastal setting the Sunset Inn provides. You’ll return home refreshed, with new ideas and energy for your writing and your life.

Connect with Your Creativity at the Sunset Inn (Writing and more,as Renewal and Inspiration) 
Renew yourself and reconnect with your own creativity, whether you are a practicing writer, closet writer, or as-yet-to-pick-up-the-pen writer! The techniques and prompts we’ll use will spur your imagination, and can be used to create nonfiction, fiction, and/or poetry,the choice is yours.  The Coastal Writing Retreat includes writing sessions, two nights’ lodging, two breakfasts and Saturday lunch (hotel tax and Saturday dinner at a local restaurant not included).  Please call the Inn for pricing.

Want to extend your retreat? If you’d like to stay another day to write, or to just enjoy the beach, the Inn is offering Coastal Writing Retreat participants the opportunity to stay Sunday night at half price.

(Extra writing retreat sessions are a possibility too. Email info@wordplaynow.com if you’re interested.)

You’ll need a copy of Spinning Words into Gold, available for $23.54 at the retreat.

Please call The Sunset Inn to reserve your spot 1-888-575-1001.

Please book by phone instead of booking online.  Thank you!

Valentines Weekend Special!

Feb 14, 15 or 16

When you stay at the Sunset Inn, come out on the Beach to enjoy your own unique, romantic, simple, meaningful & fun Wedding Vows Renewal ceremony with the award winning Beachpeople Weddings! Or, bring your NC marriage license and actually elope in this Carolina island paradise! All types of couples warmly welcome: mixed races, pregnant, gay, non-religious or traditional couples.

Officiant: $100 for your real clergy, skilled, kind, warmmannered Rev. David Sears, includes:

  • Hand-groomed beach Sand Art Heart outlined in Seashells for couple to stand inside during ceremony.
  • Choice of type of beach-y Vows (non-religious, Christian, generic spiritual, or fun Pirate). Sample wording available. All include our 2 signature items: unique sand ceremony with heart-shaped bottle & an amazing Shell Horn Herald at the end!
  • Choice of 1 professional “silk” bouquet: pink, blue, white, purple or coral color. 1 Boutonniere optional.
  • Up to 8 guests. Free witnesses provided after a private ceremony for Elopers coming alone!

Photographer: $100 for our popular, talented (made covers of 4 magazines) shooter, Margo, includes:

  • 30 mins. shooting time: ceremony, then groups and portraits
  • 50+ digital Images shipped to you on Flashdrive,
  • Unlimited lifetime printing & e-sharing permission.
  • Add artistic & Enhancements ALL images, $100
  • Add 30 mins. Time & 50+ more Images, $100

Flute Serenade: $20 Live wooden Flute music by David— Native American-style tunes or “Ode to Joy” bridal march, plus an optional romantic“First Dance” by the Sea.

Certificate of Renewal: $5 Suitable for framing, formal, lovely custom art graphics, stating the Date, your Names, Location on fine-milled, thick certificate paper, corners clover-notched, embossed golden foil seal, hand-signed commemorative art.

Plan an Unforgettable Experience With Us!

We can help you fit your stay and experience within your allotted budget.

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