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American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Pappia

Pappia ( Pah’-pee-ah N. Greek-Duck) is a charming, well-maintained retreat nestled in a park-like setting among live oaks, a marine tidal pond and a nature trail. Less than a five minute walk to both the uncrowded beach or to the sound-side dock...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
6/28 - 7/5
$2,168  $2,393
$225 off
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

ODENKIRK

The definition of ODENKIRK is a cozy, quiet, and peaceful escape. And that’s just what you and your family will find in this Southern Shores Realty home. Odenkirk sits amongst the most beautiful towering live oak trees that shade you from the sun...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
6/19 - 6/26
$1,661  $1,818
$157 off
7/17 - 7/24
$1,815  $1,884
$69 off
7/24 - 7/31
$1,815  $1,884
$69 off
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and...

The Crewe's Nest

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Fifth St. - THE CREWE'S NEST is the ideal spot for your next beach vacation. Located two tons from the beach, the ocean breeze makes the home feel oceanfront. You can't beat the value! The first level is home to three roomy...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

2931 - Lighthouse

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Come experience magnificent sunrises from this lovely OCEANFRONT cottage situated near the heart of Duck on a quiet cul-de-sac. When you can...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, located in the heart of Corolla, borders the historic Whalehead in Historic Corolla and still functions as a guide for passing mariners. At 162' feet tall, the lighthouse's First Order Fresnel light, (the largest size...

Duck Views

Get The Best "Duck Views" From This Bright And Spacious Cottage, Conveniently Located In Duck! New exterior sitting area with TVComfortably accommodating 9 people, "Duck Views" has 4 bedrooms and three bathrooms. Don't worry about packing up a full...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

Sea Eagle

Freshly refreshed from top to bottom for the 2025 season!  All new floor, walls, ceilings, appliances and fixtures, 100% NEW! Located in Kitty Hawk/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half Bathroom"Sea Eagle" is located at Mile Post 3. This home...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Duck Town Park & Boardwalk

Duck Town Park provides a playground for all seasons and more. Its 11 acres consist of a mix of Maritime Forest, willow swamp, open lawn with amphitheatre and picnic shelters, all sitting next to the lovely shallow waters of scenic Currituck Sound...

Bonzer Beach House

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras – Lighthouse Rd. – If the secret ingredients to savoring a restorative vacation are spectacular surroundings and time with those you cherish, then BONZER BEACH HOME offers a feast for the senses and cavernous respite...

  • Hatteras
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Buxton Woods

Perhaps the reason that this area of maritime forest goes unnoticed, (an area which in fact comprises the majority of Frisco Village), is simply because the oceanfront beaches just yards away are too alluring to ignore, and garner the lion's share...