the cedar house collective

Design-Driven Living on the Outer Banks

Bedroom with a bed, striped pillows, wall decor of woven baskets, and pendant lights.
A woman with blonde hair standing beside a bed in a dimly lit bedroom, looking out the window. The bed is made with white and gray pillows and a knitted blanket. Natural light filters through the window, illuminating part of the room.
Bathroom decor with a large white vase holding a branch with small white flowers, surrounded by three white candles, on a white ledge with a brushed Nickel faucet, against a wooden panel backdrop.

Our Story

The Cedar house collective

A woman with long blonde hair sitting on a coffee table in a living room with a white sofa and decorative pillows. She is wearing a black outfit and black high heels, and is looking at the camera with a slight smile. 
Hi, I'm Nicki! So happy you're here. 🖤
The Cedar House Collective was born from a deep belief that every woman deserves to have something of her own—something built from the ground up, rooted in passion, and filled with purpose.
For me, that meant leaning into design, dreaming up inspired spaces, and chasing the kind of independence that brings both confidence and creativity to life. Not because we have to do it all—but because it’s powerful to have something that’s just ours.
From raising a family to building a home from an empty lot here on the Outer Banks, I’ve poured my heart into every detail of what’s now become my newest beach rental property. The Cedar House is more than a destination—it’s a reflection of what happens when you follow the nudge on your heart and go for it, no permission needed.
Whether you’re here to stay awhile, get inspired, or start dreaming up your own “thing,” I’m so glad you’re here.

Featured Stay:

Petite noire

2 guests | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom

Featuring; Hot Tub, Copper Soaking Tubs, Sauna

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OUTER BANKS GUIDE

What to do on the

Outer Banks

A curated list of my favorite Outer Banks spots—where to eat, shop, explore, and slow down. Think of it as the local recs I’d give my closest friends.
Bar or beverage station with taps, glassware, and bottles against a decorative wall with framed artwork and patterned wallpaper. 
COFFEE SHOPS

Shore Coffee Roasters

My go-to! I love their matcha.

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour

Blueberry scones are amaze.

Treehouse Coffee Co.

Just all the vibes. 
BREAKFAST

Art’s Place

Go early! They fill up quick.

Henry’s

You might leave needing a nap.

Stack’em High

Old school vibes. So good.
Two glasses of martinis with green olives, a blue vase, a candle, a menu, a knife, and a small white plate on a white tablecloth. 
NIGHT LIFE

Duck Dive Bar

The live music is always killer.

Roadside

The backbar is a summer-time must.

Jack Brown’s

Who doesn't love a late night burger?