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Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

BEACHCRAFT

Give every traveler a bedroom with a private bath: all five at Beachcraft, a Carolina Designs oceanfront cottage in Duck's Bayberry Bluffs, include en suite baths, even the two cheerful children's suites. Add in a half bath, a sheltered hot tub...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

Sea La Vie! CRS-201

Sea La Vie! is a three-bedroom, oceanfront end-unit, located in the Crystal Shores Condominium Complex and features a community pool, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, your family will be able to...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

Pelican Vue 440-A

Welcome to Pelican Vue! This semi-oceanfront beach house is located just 500' from the beach, making this ideal for families and beachgoers. This stunning property is under new ownership and offers breathtaking beach views from the front and a...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

GST-G3 | Golden Strand Condo G3

This great condo has Unparalleled Views of the Ocean and Beach, well-equipped, and nicely decorated. Perfect for families, the complex offers a Huge Gated Community Pool, Elevator w/Luggage Carts, Gated Playground, and Picnic Area w/Tables and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Atlantic View 1 Mullen 377-A

This five-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom beautiful vacation home is centrally located in Kill Devil Hills along a quiet stretch of the beach only a few steps (35 yards) to the direct beach access at the end of Atlantic Street (crossing Virginia Dare Trail...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Still Salty

Welcome to Still Salty (formerly known as Lazy Lizard)! Under new ownership and refreshed for the 2026 season, this oceanfront retreat continues its legacy of hosting incredible Outer Banks vacations. If you're searching for an oceanfront home that...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
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...

106 | The Backfin

This delightful cottage offers a great location that provides views of the Wright Brothers Memorial & convenient access to Ferris Ave. or Raleigh Ave. Beach Accesses (app. 300 Yds). This home is Perfect for a Family that wants to enjoy Staying...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 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...