2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

Ivory Coast MS-861

Welcome to Ivory Coast, a newly constructed home in the prestigious, family-friendly neighborhood of Monteray Shores in Corolla. Step into luxury as soon as you enter this bright and airy, beautifully decorated home. On the top level, the open...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

Oasis

An Outer Banks EdenPositioned atop a dune, this Oasis displays striking views from the wide-open decks. Bright, airy and contemporary, this beautiful property offers a beach vacation that you will always treasure. Oasis offers a lovely private pool...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Cool Change

This property will not be available for rent through Beach Realty after 2026. Please contact our office so we can find you a comparable property for your next Outer Banks vacation. Cool Change is the perfect retreat for your Outer Banks getaway...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course...

Our Lighthouse

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Guiding You to the Perfect OBX StayLocated in the Whalehead Community of Corolla, “Our Lighthouse” has everything you need for a fun-filled family...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

Always Sunny 361

Imagine a vacation where it’s Always Sunny! This oceanside home will please not only the young ones, but also the young at heart, as it offers something for all ages! Always Sunny boasts a private 8x20 indoor pool that will add countless hours of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

PICKLED PELICAN

Does your ideal vacation include a short walkway from your beach home to the oceanfront? Stress free relaxation! No traffic, no roads to cross, just out the door and steps to the boardwalk to the beach! Park the car, make yourself at home in this...

  • Corolla
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Ocean Oasis

Paradise on the OBX! That’s what describes this lovely beach cottage in South Nags Head, just waiting for you and your family to enjoy! There are fabulous views of the ocean from the decks, Great Room, dining area, or kitchen. The top-level deck...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14

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...