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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...

Flip Floppin'

OCEANFRONT Avon - Ocean View Dr. - There will be no FLIP FLOPPIN' after deciding to book this gorgeous oceanfront home in Avon. With modren furnishings and handsome decor, this impeccable home is a must for your next Hatteras Island vacation. The...

  • Avon
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Serenity on the Beach

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsUnwind in this attractively furnished home located in a high private setting. This home has ocean vistas throughout with painless beach access, while offering many choices of relaxation from sunbathing...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

Freebird

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. Come appreciate this roomy, delightfully decorated home located only one lot back from the ocean in trendy Hatteras Colony. Just like the classic song, FREEBIRD has everything to provide an memorable experience...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

Swink Cottage

Welcome to Swink Cottage! Located in Southern Shores, this vacation home features an observation tower with panoramic ocean views. Getting to the beach is easy, just 40 yards via a direct deeded access.    There's plenty of room for family and...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Against the Wind

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe - NC Hwy. 12 - Formerly Aeolus - Ideally located at one of the most fashionable windsurfing destinations on the island. AGAINST THE WIND, a five-bedroom/four full- and one-half home occupies a huge lot at the end of a peaceful...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

714 | Sunset Splendor

As a former People's Choice winner in the Outer Banks Parade of Homes "Sunset Slendor" is a stunning soundfront home offers the utmost in luxury, style and comfort. Your family will be thrilled with all this lovely home provides along with...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Bay Spray

2025 Upgrades supplied a NEW hot tub! Located in Corolla / 6 Bedroom / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomSavor sound vistas from all three levels of this Soundfront home as well as vistas of the historic Whalehead Club. Unique hand-painted...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 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...