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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...

079 | Whalebone Beach

Fantastic location w/direct access to the Beach, lovely decor, great amenities and a location that provides Ocean to Sound views combine to make "Whalebone Beach" an outstanding vacation choice. Enjoy the convenience of having your own Private...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
6/27 - 7/3
$6,995  $7,895
$900 off
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

5723 - Urban Gorilla

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy gorgeous sound views, windsurfing, jet skis, boating, and fishing off your private boat dock when you stay in...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

AQUADISIAC

Overview Life is a collection of memories - make each one count at Aquadisiac. This spectacular 12-bedroom flat top oceanfront is infused with design elements that evoke the era of classic Southern Shores architecture, but with a modern...

  • Southern Shores
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13.5 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...

PLAY ALL DAY

Just five lots back from the beach this home is an easy 175 yard walk to the beach access with no streets to cross. Smart (Streaming) TVs in all rooms to provide all with private space. Located between the Harris Teeter shopping center and the...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
6/21 - 6/28
$3,898  $4,999
$1,101 off
8/9 - 8/16
$4,426  $4,753
$327 off
8/16 - 8/23
$3,894  $4,116
$222 off
8/23 - 8/30
$3,393  $3,775
$382 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,955  $3,290
$335 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,774  $3,043
$269 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,486  $2,706
$220 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,486  $2,706
$220 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,486  $2,706
$220 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,675  $2,706
$31 off
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

5195 - Captain's Choice

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Captain's Choice has everything you'll want and need for the beach at this pet-friendly, semi-oceanfront Kill Devil Hills vacation home. This...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
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...

Oinkers Away 405-C

Oinkers Away is a spacious, well-equipped and beautifully furnished vacation home in Nags Head. Your family and friends will be vacationing in style at this oceanside oasis. Stay cool and have fun in the private 12'x29' pool. The hot tub on the mid...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
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...

WIND AND WAVES

Overview Pack your things and get ready to relax during an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation in this inviting, 7 bedroom oceanfront home! Wind and Waves is built by a well-known local contractor and Parade of Homes winning builder...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms

The pinnacle of fishing on the Outer Banks, however, is and has always been Cape Point. Ask any long-time Hatteras Island fisherman about Cape Point, and they'll gladly tell you about incredible catches, near-misses, and the occasional vehicle...