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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...

Ocean Whisper

Now offering Flex Stay (3-nighttime Minimum) October 15 to May 15!Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomWelcome to Ocean Whisper, formerly known as "Sandy Toes"! Come experience Corolla’s newest community, Corolla...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

MACWATER BEACH HOUSE

“MacWater Beach House” is a timeless, 5-bedroom oceanfront home in Southern Shores offering the perfect blend of classic charm and comfort. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views and breezes from the top floor sun deck, perfect for sunbathing and simply...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
5/9 - 5/16
$3,014  $3,465
$451 off
5/30 - 6/6
$4,620  $5,338
$718 off
6/6 - 6/13
$5,432  $6,294
$862 off
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

Little Royale 105

Welcome to Little Royale in Duck! Just 750' to the beach access in the charming Bias Shores community, this spacious 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is an ideal escape. Discover a blend of classic coastal charm and modern comforts, all set just moments...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

Playin' Hooky 617

Playin’ Hooky is a five bedroom, four and a half bath property. This home evokes memories of a classic Outer Banks vacation home that made our beaches famous. From its cedar shake exterior to its wrap-around decks, complete with views of both the...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

Island Blast

SOUNDFRONT Avon — Island Creek Resort — Sunrise, sunsets, and shooting stars ... when nature decides to put on a show, ISLAND BLAST provides the ideal perch to watch in wonder. Located on the edge of Island Creek, this...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

Making Waves 334-A

Start Making Waves in Kill Devil Hills at this spectacular custom-built home with 3 en suites and incredible ocean views from the great room and front decks! Beach access is just a short walk from the front door after crossing Rte. 12 (the Beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

York

Stay at a timeless Outer Banks oceanfront home with beautiful panoramic beach views right from the upper-level living area and wide oceanfront deck. Decorated in traditional OBX style and offering all the comforts of home—including TVs in every...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...