2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

SUNSET VIEWS

A spectacular vacation home – over 3,500 square feet! “Sunset Views” is situated in a private cul-de-sac with sound views from every level. Tons of windows, decking and light allow you to watch the sunset on the sound. You will create...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Skipper's Gig

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Mirlo Beach - Located just one lot back from the ocean with simple beach access and four levels of decks with ample wooden deck furnishings. Set sail for your Hatteras Island vacation at SKIPPER'S GIG. Captains and mates...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...

1425 - A Promise Kept

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to A Promise Kept, a spacious Outer Banks vacation home perfect for you and your family! Located in the Whalehead Beach community in the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

OCEAN MIST

139 yards from the beach access in Duck's Schooner Ridge, OCEAN MIST climbs to a rooftop deck ships watch where ocean views open over the live oaks. This 4-bedroom Carolina Designs home also hides a loft, plus wrap-around decks and access to...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

Bright Dreams Ahead

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Tucked into a peaceful cul-de-sac at the south end of Duck, Bright Dreams Ahead blends modern upgrades with a laid-back coastal setting. Live oaks line...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

Happy Ours

SOUNDFRONT Avon - Albacore Lane - Appreciate plenty of HAPPY OURS at this impressive soundfront home in the heart of Avon, with the wide-open beaches only a short walk away! Expansive water vistas can be appreciated from every level of the home...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

421 | Franklin's

This Comfortable Oceanside Cottage offers Direct Beach Access (400 ft.) in Peaceful South Nags Head.Ground Level: Parking for 3 Cars, Steps to Entry, Enclosed Outside Shower, Fish Cleaning Station, & Charcoal Grill.Main Level Living/ Kitchen...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

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...