A Passion for The Area

 Have you ever done something that is completely crazy and spontaneous but worked out much better than you could have imagined?  That is how Winston and Whitney came to live on the Outer Banks in 1998.  It was while driving down I-40 for a weekend getaway from their fast-paced city lives that these two successful professionals decided to move here permanently, and they've never looked back. As a business team, they share their passion for the area every time they help their clients with their important investments.   They enjoy the natural beauty of the Outer Banks and understand why you don't want to leave once your vacation is over. Things have changed a great deal since that time.  They are now the proud parents of two boys, Max and Levi and have an 11 year old Lab named Zack.  Life on the banks remains a constant adventure.

Whitney Hawkins

Born in Sacramento, California, Whitney grew up in a Real Estate family,  and was naturally drawn to the excitement of the business.  She developed a passion for homes, design and the every changing Real Estate Industry. At age 18, she earned her real estate license and subsequently completed her BA at The
University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Whitney holds the prestigious
Luxury Home Marketing Specialist Designation and is a certified distressed property expert.

She worked in Property Management on the Outer Banks for 6 years and earned her Brokers license in 2001. She offers a wealth of information, support and guidance by combining her working knowledge of property management and home design with her personal Outer Banks Real Estate investment experiences.

It is her mission to assist her clients in realizing their dream of owning a home on the Outer Banks. Whether looking for a primary home, second home or simply a great place to invest, she is there to help.   In her free time, Whitney enjoys time with family, gardening, running, reading, snorkeling, scuba diving and boating.

Winston Hawkins

Winston was born in Edenton, NC and raised in Charlotte, NC for more than 28 years.  He attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and received a BS in Business Admin. and Finance.  Winston has been involved in sales since
graduating college.  He began in the commercial real estate profession in 1994 then went on to the residential home sales in 1996.  Winston specializes in investment real estate and second homes.  As a Broker, REALTOR and investor, Winston brings a thorough understanding of each aspect of the business and takes great pride in the personal attention and
guidance that he provides for each of his clients.  

In addition to his professional and busy personal life, Winston has time to give to the community.  He is a member and past Rotary President or the First Flight Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow and Chairman of the annual Rotary
fundraiser.  He recently served 4 years on the Roanoke Island Commission as Chairman of the NC Maritime History Museum on Roanoke Island.  Winston has  also served on the Board of Directors for the Southern Shores Civic Association (SSCA) as liaison for the Architectural Review Board. He Co-Chaired the SSCA youth committee and serves as a coach for various youth sports throughout the year with dare parks and recereation.

 A Natural Progression

It seems entirely natural that this couple would settle here. The two met while students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and it was "love at first sight," Winston says, a sentiment Whitney echoes. Following graduation, Winston embarked on a successful career in residential real estate while Whitney became an accomplished resort property management professional. Although the pair enjoyed their life in Charlotte, they found themselves drawn to the Outer Banks each time they visited. Their love of the areas natural beauty and active outdoors lifestyle made it the perfect choice for a home.

Limitless Opportunities

As year-round residents, Winston & Whitney see the Outer Banks as an area of limitless opportunities for those who enjoy a casual and healthy lifestyle, whether it's in a vacation getaway, second home or retirement residence. As one of the area?s leading real estate teams, they've made it their mission to help their clients make the most of their investment here. They?re quite passionate about that mission because they understand how important your investment is to your financial future. Both come from real estate families and have invested, built and developed properties on the Outer Banks. Their understanding of the market's intricacies combined with their love for the area have made Winston & Whitney Hawkins the real estate team of choice.

A Passion for Their Craft

Their passion for Outer Banks real estate is reflected in the superior guidance and support The Hawkins Team offers both buyers and sellers, whether they're working with a family's purchase of their first vacation home or a retired couple looking for the ideal second home or retirement residence. With her extensive experience in resort property management, Whitney offers clients superior advice on the management and maintenance of their vacation home, including repairmen and supplies. With his strong skills in financial forecasting, Winston helps clients through every step of the financing and mortgage process, breaking it down and explaining the options along the way.

Superior Support

With so many of their clients residing out of the area and out of state, The Hawkins Team has made exceptional support and follow-up their hallmark. They make full use of the latest in telecommunications and Internet technology to ensure that they are both accessible to and in contact with their clients at all times, and to offer a source of up-to-date information on the local market. Winston and Whitney remain a consistently reliable resource to their clients for information and advice long after the transaction is completed.

Whether you?re looking for the perfect vacation home, second home or retirement residence, seeking a 1031 exchange or are ready to reap the rewards through the sale of your Outer Banks investment property, you can count on The Hawkins Team. With their love of the area and exceptional expertise, Winston and Whitney Hawkins are devoted to helping you achieve your real estate goals-they have A Passion for Their Craft. Call Winston & Whitney today to find out how they can help you.

Winston & Whitney Hawkins are proudly serving the real estate needs of residents of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head, NC.