
Miss Nell is docked at Safe Harbor Marina in Wanchese, North Carolina. Come aboard “Miss Nell”, a sport fisher built by Sheldon Midgett, one of the innovators of the world-renowned Carolina-style boat. Our Captain and crew will show you a great time fishing the area’s inshore and nearshore waters. We will make sure you have a safe, fun, and successful trip, so pick your day and hop aboard!
“Miss Nell” is a restored 44’ Custom Carolina offshore sportfishing boat proven for fishing the waters of the Atlantic off of Oregon Inlet, NC. It features ample seating for up to 6 guests, an enclosed bathroom, an air-conditioned salon, and a safe and dependable 705 HP Caterpillar diesel engine. The boat has all the modern navigation technology, a flybridge, as well as outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and two additional fishing chairs in the cockpit. A first mate will also join your trip for all the help you may need.
Inshore and nearshore, we target Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and various species as they pass through our inshore waters. Bottom fishing trips and sound fishing trips include species of Bass and Trout, Mackerel, Drum, Cobia, and others.
Offshore, we target Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Marlin.
As you’re covered for all the tackle, lures, as well as fishing licenses, the only things you should bring on your trip are your food and drinks. Also, you can have your catch cleaned at the marina. Payment for the fish cleaning will require cash. Another thing to keep in mind is that the first mate works for a customary 20% tip.
Pick your day, come to Wanchese, and embark on a true fishing adventure with Miss Nell Sportfishing! Your pleasure is our goal.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (95)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
86%
Nov 8, 2025
Half Day – Nearshore 10:30 am
Captain Lee and Nick were awesome! Took us out to sea about 10 miles from the shore and he certainly new where to find the fish. The five in our party caught 20 black sea bass! It was easy to find the boat and it was right by where you can pay to have the fished cleaned, which we did. They made sure the whole party was accommodated and everyone had an opportunity to cast their own line after the staff baited them. The price for a four hour excursion was reasonable for such a well maintained, comfortable and large boat. Great experience, would highly recommend the Miss Nell!
Captain Lee and Nick were awesome! Took us out to sea about 10 miles from the shore and he certainly new where to find the fish....
Oct 19, 2025
3/4 Day Nearshore 12:30 pm
Cpt. Lee and Brad were awesome; they tried their best to put us on some fish. It was just really unfortunate timing that we came a week after a storm and couldn't really land any fish. Fishing is called fishing and not catching for a reason and every attempt was made so I would still 100% recommend Cpt. Lee and I would still book another trip with him. Maybe next time the fishing and weather would be better.
Cpt. Lee and Brad were awesome; they tried their best to put us on some fish. It was just really unfortunate timing that we came...
Jul 22, 2025
3/4 Day Trip – Ocean/sound 10:30 am
We had another fun day aboard Miss Nell Charter. Captain Lee worked hard finding fishing and first mate Brad did a great job getting the lines out and helping the inexperienced anglers catch some fish. Both Lee and Brad were friendly and made sure we enjoyed our time aboard the boat. The change in the weather did make it difficult to find the fish but that did not keep Lee for putting us on some fish and all 6 anglers pulled in a couple of fish.
We had another fun day aboard Miss Nell Charter. Captain Lee worked hard finding fishing and first mate Brad did a great job getting...
Sep 24, 2025
6 hr Tower Trip 12:30 pm
Both the Capt and the first mate were amazing! We fished at several locations and caught some nice Blues, a couple of mackerels, and some albacore. Excellent and fun day in the water and they were able to accommodate my elderly father and help load and unload him on the boat. Definitely would recommend!
Both the Capt and the first mate were amazing! We fished at several locations and caught some nice Blues, a couple of mackerels,...
Nov 8, 2025
Half Day – Nearshore 6:00 am
Had.a great trip - caught 1 citation sea bass and around 75 keepers. Great time!!
Had.a great trip - caught 1 citation sea bass and around 75 keepers. Great time!!
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (95)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
86%

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Crew
Overall
Half Day – Nearshore 10:30 am on November 8, 2025
Captain Lee and Nick were awesome! Took us out to sea about 10 miles from the shore and he certainly new where to find the fish. The five in our party caught 20 black sea bass! It was easy to find the boat and it was right by where you can pay to have the fished cleaned, which we did. They made sure the whole party was accommodated and everyone had an opportunity to cast their own line after the staff baited them. The price for a four hour excursion was reasonable for such a well maintained, comfortable and large boat. Great experience, would highly recommend the Miss Nell!
Captain Lee and Nick were awesome! Took us out to sea about 10 miles from the shore and he certainly new where to find the fish. The five in our party caught 20 black sea bass! It was easy to find the boat and it was right by where you can pay to have the fished cleaned, which we did. They made sure the whole party was accommodated and everyone had an opportunity to cast their own line after the staff baited them. The price for a four hour excursion was reasonable for such a well maintained,...

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Boat
Crew
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3/4 Day Nearshore 12:30 pm on October 19, 2025
Cpt. Lee and Brad were awesome; they tried their best to put us on some fish. It was just really unfortunate timing that we came a week after a storm and couldn't really land any fish. Fishing is called fishing and not catching for a reason and every attempt was made so I would still 100% recommend Cpt. Lee and I would still book another trip with him. Maybe next time the fishing and weather would be better.
Cpt. Lee and Brad were awesome; they tried their best to put us on some fish. It was just really unfortunate timing that we came a week after a storm and couldn't really land any fish. Fishing is called fishing and not catching for a reason and every attempt was made so I would still 100% recommend Cpt. Lee and I would still book another trip with him. Maybe next time the fishing and weather would be better.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3/4 Day Trip – Ocean/sound 10:30 am on July 22, 2025
We had another fun day aboard Miss Nell Charter. Captain Lee worked hard finding fishing and first mate Brad did a great job getting the lines out and helping the inexperienced anglers catch some fish. Both Lee and Brad were friendly and made sure we enjoyed our time aboard the boat. The change in the weather did make it difficult to find the fish but that did not keep Lee for putting us on some fish and all 6 anglers pulled in a couple of fish.
We had another fun day aboard Miss Nell Charter. Captain Lee worked hard finding fishing and first mate Brad did a great job getting the lines out and helping the inexperienced anglers catch some fish. Both Lee and Brad were friendly and made sure we enjoyed our time aboard the boat. The change in the weather did make it difficult to find the fish but that did not keep Lee for putting us on some fish and all 6 anglers pulled in a couple of fish.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 hr Tower Trip 12:30 pm on September 24, 2025
Both the Capt and the first mate were amazing! We fished at several locations and caught some nice Blues, a couple of mackerels, and some albacore. Excellent and fun day in the water and they were able to accommodate my elderly father and help load and unload him on the boat. Definitely would recommend!
Both the Capt and the first mate were amazing! We fished at several locations and caught some nice Blues, a couple of mackerels, and some albacore. Excellent and fun day in the water and they were able to accommodate my elderly father and help load and unload him on the boat. Definitely would recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day – Nearshore 6:00 am on November 8, 2025
Had.a great trip - caught 1 citation sea bass and around 75 keepers. Great time!!
Had.a great trip - caught 1 citation sea bass and around 75 keepers. Great time!!
