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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...

E=M(SEA)2

E=M(Sea)2 carries its playful name straight through the interior, where Albert Einstein-inspired artwork and decor turn this nine-bedroom Whalehead home into a genuinely memorable Corolla retreat from Carolina Designs. New to our program for...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

5630 - Sweet Carolina

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Sweet Carolina is a charming oceanfront condo located in the heart of Nags Head. This inviting retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Semper Sun

OCEANSIDE Hatteras — Sutton Pl. — Formerly Mahalo — Settle into SEMPER SUN, a four-bedroom/three-bathroom freshly-constructed home that sits just four tons from the beach, close to Hatteras Village’s many eateries, shopping, and marinas...

  • Hatteras
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

Five Lucky Ducks

There will be more than ‘Five Lucky Ducks’ here when your family arrives at this Oceanside beach retreat! Close to the beach with a private pool, games for all, and don’t leave Fido at home. . .this property welcomes the family dog, too...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

Dove Ocean

Welcome to Old Nags Head Place! This home is centrally located with all the amenities that you can think of! The private pool gives way to a well maintained lit sand volleyball court that is perfect for the day off the beach or an evening match...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

Easy Livin'

Lazy Days and Nights in Duck, NCEnjoy Easy Livin’, perched atop one of the highest dunes in Duck in this outstanding Outer Banks vacation rental! This 4-bedroom, 3.1-bathroom property is ideal for family getaways and friendly gatherings...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

Fitzgerald

New for 2026 - Tiki BarLocated in Kill Devil Hills / 4 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsFitzgerald is located at Mile Post 5. This home offers exceptional ocean vistas, there is no home on the oceanfront, so your beach access is painless and direct. This...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables. 

Lighthouse Horse Rides in Buxton offers horseback riding experiences on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Rides are suitable for ages 8 and up, and Lighthouse Horse Rides works hard to accommodate family members with disabilities. Ride opportunities...

The Museum of the Sea in Buxton, North Carolina, is a delightful treasure trove for those fascinated by maritime history and culture. This charming museum offers visitors an engaging glimpse into the rich heritage of the coastal region, showcasing...