Bertie County’s wild beauty just got a little bigger. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has announced the addition of 174 acres to the Bertie County Game Lands with the purchase of the Gaskins Swamp Tract. This exciting expansion, made possible through a partnership with the N.C. Coastal Land Trust and Ducks Unlimited, reinforces what […]
Some moments shape a place forever. For Occano—then known as Innsbrook—that moment came on May 9, 2008, when the legendary Arnold Palmer arrived to personally inaugurate the community’s new 18-hole championship golf course. The Vision for Something Special The community now known as Occano was inspired by the untouched beauty of Bertie County’s Inner Banks. […]
At Occano, the golf course was never meant to be an accessory. It was meant to set the standard. That belief is why earning—and preserving—the designation of an Arnold Palmer Signature Designed Course has always mattered here. Not as a label, but as a responsibility to uphold a legacy rooted in respect for the land, […]
Dreaming of coastal living where the water meets world-class golf, historic charm, and small-town Southern hospitality? At Occano, that dream becomes a reality — and with our Real Estate Discovery Tour, you can experience it firsthand. Our Discovery Tours are thoughtfully designed for homebuyers who want more than a brochure — they want to feel […]
After several years of headwinds in the housing market, experts are signaling a strong rebound on the horizon — and now is an exciting time for prospective homebuyers and custom-home builders alike. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), home sales nationwide are expected to jump about 14% in 2026, building on the stagnation […]
While much of the country packs away their clubs for winter, something different happens on the North Carolina coast. At Occano, winter isn’t the end of golf season — it’s one of its best chapters. Cooler air, quiet fairways, and wide-open tee sheets create a version of the game that’s hard to find during the […]
If you caught Cary Magazine’s recent feature on Edenton — “Escape to Edenton: Coastal Charm on the Inner Banks” — you know why travelers are falling in love with this historic North Carolina treasure. With centuries-old architecture, quaint downtown streets, lively local shops and eateries, scenic waterfront views and trolley tours that bring the past […]
As the holiday season arrives, many travelers are looking for something a little different — a place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy time well spent. Winter on North Carolina’s Inner Banks offers just that, and Occano is the perfect destination for a peaceful coastal escape paired with exceptional golf. Discover the Inner Banks in […]
The DOD Invitational Part 2 did not disappoint. Twelve of YouTube’s top golf creators returned to our Arnold Palmer Signature course for a high-stakes, creator-driven showdown that blended elite shot-making, dramatic eliminations, and the kind of coastal views you only get here on the North Carolina coast. From pressure-packed putts to creative recoveries, Part 2 […]
Occano had the honor of hosting the first-ever DOD Invitational — a brand-new tournament concept bringing together 12 top YouTube golf personalities for a competitive, creator-focused showdown on our Arnold Palmer Signature course. From the opening tee shots to the final putts of the episode, Part 1 showcases the energy, personality, and production quality that […]
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