2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Big Wednesday

OCEANFRONT Salvo — Colony Drive — Big vacation aspirations call for BIG WEDNESDAY, a five-bedroom/four-full- and one-half-bath home perched on a wide stretch of oceanfront beach where surfing conditions will stoke novices and pros alike. For...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

SJOERDSMA

Sjoerdsma is an oceanfront 4 bedroom and 2 bath, dog friendly cottage that feels like HOME the minute you step in the front door. The open floor plan gives this cottage plenty of space for your entire family. And the panoramic ocean view from the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
2/28 - 3/7
$1,500  $1,718
$218 off
3/7 - 3/14
$1,500  $1,718
$218 off
3/14 - 3/21
$1,500  $1,718
$218 off
3/21 - 3/28
$1,500  $1,718
$218 off
3/28 - 4/4
$1,744  $1,869
$125 off
4/18 - 4/25
$1,682  $1,869
$187 off
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

FINIS TERRE

Finis Terre offers guests a unique, relaxed setting just 255 yards to the beach (w/direct access). The main house includes three bedrooms and a lofted upper room with a panoramic horizon ocean view. Connected by decking walkways, two separate en...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
3/1 - 3/8
$1,318  $1,651
$333 off
3/8 - 3/15
$1,318  $1,651
$333 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,318  $1,651
$333 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,318  $1,651
$333 off
3/29 - 4/5
$1,659  $1,802
$143 off
4/19 - 4/26
$1,544  $1,802
$258 off
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Bluff Point 513-B

With bright and airy decor, Bluff Point is perfect for your family vacation. This semi-oceanfront cottage located in Nags Head at milepost 19.5 has beautiful ocean views. Beach access is just 150 feet away, so you can easily go back and forth from...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

7227 - Point Break 919

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! A semi-oceanfront Hatteras Island retreat is found right here; welcome to Point Break 919! Located in Salvo on...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Dune Castle KSD-14

You will feel like royalty at Dune Castle! This spacious, comfortable Oceanside home will keep everyone in the family entertained. You will love the convenience of the grocery lift that can send both your luggage and the groceries upstairs. There...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

209 | Skipper's Cove

Ideally situated in South Nags Head, a quiet & relaxing area that offers spacious beaches & a laid back atmosphere that is only a short drive away to some of the area’s most outstanding restaurants including Owens' Restaurant, Basnight's...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

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...