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Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

Sea Bright

Upgrades for 2026 will include landscaping and pool restoration.Located in Corolla/ 6 Bedrooms/ 6 Full Bathrooms/ 2 Half BathroomsSea Bright is nearly Oceanfront! With oceanfront vistas, this unique “flag” property offers private, direct beach...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Alpaca Bag

Welcome to your perfect family getaway in Southern Shores, NC! This charming house is designed for fun and relaxation, featuring a fantastic cabana equipped with a Ms. PacMan arcade game and eight other classic video games, ensuring endless...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

Olympus

Located in Corolla/ 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsJust steps from the beach, this chic home will bring you all that's needed for that beach vacation you have been waiting for. Whether you decide to spend the day calming by the...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

AV774 1 Good Life 774

Come and find inner peace at this third-row beach house with coveted sea-to-sound views just a few steps from the beach access. Two wraparound decks provide shade and a breeze while you take in the beautiful views. Out front, the Avon Village...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

AV371 Ocean Haus 371

This gorgeous three-bedroom oceanside home away from home is ready and waiting for you! Located in Avon only three lots back from the beach, Ocean Haus is a full glass prow front home that offers you great views of the ocean from the large furnished...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Carolina Getaway

Only 150 yards to beach access from this spacious 7 bedroom home in Ocean Lakes. Ocean Sands community. Equipped with hot tub and private pool (12'X 25'), "Carolina Getaway" will make your vacation a true getaway. Well equipped kitchen, beach...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

GoodWinds

Perched in the charming coastal town of Corolla, NC, this stunning 6-bedroom, 6-full bathroom, 2-half bathroom house managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC is the perfect retreat for families and groups looking to enjoy a luxurious beach getaway. With...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms

The pinnacle of fishing on the Outer Banks, however, is and has always been Cape Point. Ask any long-time Hatteras Island fisherman about Cape Point, and they'll gladly tell you about incredible catches, near-misses, and the occasional vehicle...

If you are looking for adventure, stop by or call Coastal Kayak Touring Company and book your reservation. The company has been offering kayak and paddle boarding tours on the Outer Banks since 1999 and is located at the Waterfront Shops in...

Located in one of the Outer Banks most beautiful wooded areas, the David Paul Pruitt, Jr. Park is a small recreation area just off the Bypass near the entrance of Kitty Hawk Woods. It’s a family-oriented neighborhood playground that has play...

Explore the beauty and serenity of Hatteras Island on horseback anytime of year at Equine Adventures. Riders can expect quality service from local owner and operator Sylvia Mattingly, who brings more than 25 years of horse experience to Equine...

The waterfront campground is now open in Coinjock, North Carolina! This coastal retreat is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise, located just 30 minutes from the Outer Banks, and has stunning views of the Currituck Sound. Campers will be able to...

Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer attraction for visitors of all...

Pelagic bird watching trips for the birding enthusiast. 

Join us in Duck, North Carolina, as we celebrate the Town’s 10-Year Anniversary with a host of fun-filled, family-friendly events.