The Rich Company of Ocracoke

05/03/2026

Available for Lease! 515 Irvin Garrish Hwy. Prime commercial real estate. Excellent location offering approximately 2,300 sq ft.

07/17/2025

Country Boys Auction & Realty Co., Inc.

07/17/2025

Billy Rich

07/17/2025

To Our Friends both on and off “the island”… The Rich Company of Ocracoke - under primary direction of Billy Rich Jr. - has been contracted by George Oliver, the appointed attorney handling receivership for the ongoing auction & selling process, to manage the operations, guest services, staffing/employees, maintenance & upkeep, etc for the current transitional period for the Silver Lake Motel and Inn on Ocracoke Island.
All reservations and day-to-day operations have and will continue as if we are not in a transition period.
Anyone with any questions, or who may require more info or details, please feel free to reach out to us directly at The Rich Company of Ocracoke, or reach out to Billy Rich Jr directly via Facebook messenger, or text (828-999-9028).
Country Boys Auction in Washington NC is handling the buyer verification and bidding/sales process, should you have questions specific to the sale process. The listing is on their website (https://www.countryboysauction.com/) and anyone interested in qualifying to submit a potential bid can do so on their website directly, via the listing for Silver Lake M/I.
We look forward to shepherding this iconic island staple into capable & empathetic hands, so SLM&I can get back to its full and former glory, and reclaim its rightful place as one of our island’s beloved for decades to come!
Respectfully,
W.D. “Billy” Rich, Jr.
Broker/Owner
The Rich Company of Ocracoke & the OBX

05/14/2025

Recent price improvement just in time for summer. Bring your boat!

Slip #8 Down Creek Marina

Find your tranquility on the waters of Silver Lake. Sit aboard the vessel deck and enjoy endless unimpeded sunset views from the best location in the harbor. Deeded boat slip #8 of the Down Creek Marina is one of the larger, highly desirable slips at the marina, surveyed for a 42' length, 14.5' vess...

01/26/2024

All you can eat pancakes tomorrow morning at the Rec Hall made by yours truly! Come on by.

09/23/2023

Recent work started on building the access road to this property - North St extension to 3rd Avenue. Contact your agent today for more information.

Recent work started on building of access road! 2.5 acres, 21 lots on Ocracoke! Enjoy the privacy and seclusion of this beautiful, wooded land while you build your dream home(s) in the heart of Sunset Village. Property has a mix of natural uplands and wetlands. There is approval for two 4 bedroom pe...

08/14/2023

This week's featured listing is a beautiful 1.4 acre lot in the coveted Dowry Creek neighborhood of Belhaven, NC. Water views and a world class marina, pool, and restaurant makes home a little more special. Call your local realtor today!

https://www.flexmls.com/share/97uWI/0-Dowry-Creek-East-106-Belhaven-NC-27810

10/07/2022

Settle down amongst the Smith's Creek riverfront or explore your personally owned 44 acres surrounded by local timberland.

https://www.therichcompanyofocracoke.com/our-listings/2068-sladesville-credle-rd-scranton-nc

07/16/2022

Take the opportunity to own one of the most iconic and storied properties on Ocracoke Island. Impeccable as is, with infrastructure in place for new vision and growth. Contact Bill Rich & associates for more details.

The Berkley brings Ocracoke home. Encompassing nearly 3 acres, a village concept building plan combining lodging, retail, dining, events, services, and community gatherings brings Ocracoke back to its origin - Silver Lake Harbor. Existing infrastructure includes the 6 bedroom, 5 1/2 bathroom Mano