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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...

4746 - Sandy Feet Retreat

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy your OBX getaway at Sandy Feet Retreat! This 5-bedroom 4.5 bathroom Signature Series home is a great choice if...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

Sunny Side Up

Rise and shine at Sunny Side Up (formerly Hokies@OBX), a cheerful vacation home in Corolla tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Ocean Lakes community. With peaceful lake views and a peek of the ocean in the distance, this oceanside retreat...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 26! years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Shore Enough

An exquisite gem in Sanderling! This 5 bedroom/ 4 bathroom semi-oceanfront home has everything to offer for a delightful family vacation. The bright and spacious great room has beautiful white oak floors, coastal high-end furnishings, a gas...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

A SEA-NIC ESCAPE

With open space on both sides in Ocean Sands, “A Sea-Nic Escape” sits only 100 yards from the beach, offering stunning ocean and dune views right from the living room. Tired of just one pool? A Sea-Nic Escape offers two! Enjoy both a private...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
3/8 - 3/15
$1,618  $1,846
$228 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,618  $1,846
$228 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,618  $1,846
$228 off
3/29 - 4/5
$1,856  $1,997
$141 off
4/5 - 4/12
$1,921  $1,997
$76 off
4/12 - 4/19
$1,921  $1,997
$76 off
4/19 - 4/26
$1,790  $1,997
$207 off
4/26 - 5/3
$1,769  $1,997
$228 off
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...

Sea Turtle OCS-61

Located in the charming setting of South Nags Head with easy beach access (approx. 600' away), Sea Turtle is a well-appointed home, perfect for entertaining the whole family while on vacation, featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The beautiful...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

Hatteras Holiday

OCEANFRONT Hatteras – Lighthouse Rd. – When you are asked the question, “what is your favorite holiday?” it will undoubtedly be HATTERAS HOLIDAY, especially after you have experienced this striking 11-bedroom/11-full and two-half-bath...

  • Hatteras
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • 12 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...

PRECIOUS RAPTURE

Only 200 yards to beach access, enjoy this home on a quiet cul-de-sac with horizon ocean views in an all-residential area.Level 1:4 bedrooms (1 with King, 2 with Queen and Twin, 1 with 2 Bunk sets and TV), 2 full baths.Level 2:Bedroom (with King...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
3/8 - 3/15
$1,478  $1,853
$375 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,478  $1,853
$375 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,478  $1,853
$375 off
3/29 - 4/5
$1,843  $2,003
$160 off
4/19 - 4/26
$1,703  $2,003
$300 off
4/26 - 5/3
$1,735  $2,003
$268 off

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...