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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...

Sound Secret

Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAppreciate impressive sunset and sound vistas while calming on the decks or in the hot tub at this Semi-Soundfront home. Located close to the Corolla Light Soundfront community...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
8/27 - 9/3
$3,396  $3,704
$308 off
9/5 - 9/12
$3,125  $3,403
$278 off
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

The Cottonwood

Escape to the Outer Banks and unwind at The Cottonwood. This beautifully renovated oceanside retreat is ideal for a small family getaway or a cozy romantic escape. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, the home blends comfortable furnishings...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

473 | Ocean Rose

Your family is sure to enjoy this nice, very well equipped, Kitty Hawk Beach cottage which offers Ocean Views & Easy Access to the Beach (3 Lots to Corner, then 1 Block to Beach). Ground Level: Parking for 4 Cars, Ramp to Entry, Enclosed...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

5416 - Dragonfly

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED IN 2027! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Level 3 hardwood flooring, and pool decking & fencing. NEW FOR 2025: Hot Tub, 2 HVAC Units...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

Mayflower

Escape to Mayflower, a spacious oceanside vacation rental in Corolla, NC, designed for unforgettable Outer Banks family getaways. Just a short walk to the beach, this 7-bedroom home features a private pool, hot tub, game room, theater seating, and...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

SPECIALTY

Overview A prime oceanfront location in the premier Pine Island community, this seven-bedroom home offers the ultimate in comfort and relaxation. Guests who reserve Specialty are treated to spectacular ocean-to-sound vistas, full length...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

BLUE WAVE

Your family will love this bright and airy home in Duck. Located on a quiet street, 352 yards from the ocean access, you can enjoy a day on the beach, relax on one of the decks, swim in the large private pool, or soak in the private hot tub. A...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables.