The Carolina Coast Retreats Team
Property Manager
Phone: (910) 515-9305 | Email
As one of the Property Managers at Carolina Coast Retreats, Miranda brings over 14 years of experience in the vacation rental industry and has a strong passion for serving homeowners and guests. She has remained a constant support for many of the same owners and properties she has worked with throughout her career.
Miranda began her journey in vacation rentals as a Reservation Specialist in 2013 and over time was able to advance to Property Manager and is also a licensed NC Real Estate Broker. Her background in reservations, sales leadership, homeowner relations, and property management provides a well-rounded perspective in supporting homeowners and navigating the evolving vacation rental industry.
Originally from Syracuse, NY, Miranda relocated to North Carolina in 2011 and has proudly called the Sneads Ferry and Topsail area home ever since. She and her husband have built their life along the coast and enjoy spending time with family while embracing the local beach lifestyle.
In addition to property management, Miranda is also an Interior Designer. Her design background brings an added layer of creativity and functionality to vacation rental management, helping homeowners enhance both their properties and guest experiences.
General Manager - Rentals
Phone: (910) 558-0459 | Email
Originally from Franklin, Virginia, Nancy’s family spent many childhood summer vacations on the beautiful Outer Banks. In 1983, Nancy made the Outer Banks her permanent home for 42 years, started her career in property management, and soon became an NC Broker.
In September 2025, she relocated to Wilmington, North Carolina, to be closer to her daughter and grandkids, continuing her passion for the coastal lifestyle and the vacation rental industry.
With 40 years of experience in the vacation rental industry, Nancy brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and professionalism to Carolina Coast Retreats. She loves developing and maintaining relationships with owners and guests and thrives in problem-solving situations. When not working, Nancy enjoys spending time with her family, at the pool, the beach, watching movies, and taking vacations.
Dara Cook is a North Carolina real estate professional, operations leader, and instructor with more than 20 years of experience in property management, vacation rentals, real estate sales, and team leadership. She currently serves as a General Manager and North Carolina Real Estate Broker with Carolina Coast Retreats by Casago, overseeing operational strategy, vendor relations, and field operations across coastal North Carolina markets.
Dara’s background includes extensive experience managing residential and vacation rental portfolios, supervising teams, implementing operational improvements, and maintaining compliance with real estate regulations. She is especially passionate about coastal North Carolina communities, professional development, and helping both clients and staff succeed.
