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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...

AV2-2B | Admirals View II Condo Unit 2B

This Exceptional Oceanfront Condo offers amazing views of the Atlantic. Step out onto the balcony & enjoy a cup of coffee while watching the dolphins play! With its modern décor & spacious floor plan this unit is the perfect fit. Centrally...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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...

5419 - My Flip Flop Retreat

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! My Flip Flop Retreat is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Nags Head vacation rental perfect for your next stay. With just a...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

The Cottage

“The Cottage” is a sweet oceanfront ready to welcome your family to the Outer Banks! Great ocean views await you from the great room and screened porch of this pretty cottage by the sea. Located just north of the Avalon Pier, you can laze on...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

Longboard Beach House H-36

Located less than 200 yards from the beautiful beaches of Hatteras Island, Longboard Beach House is a stunning, bright, and airy, recently renovated oceanside home in the heart of Hatteras.Just a short walk to the beach and located near many...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

383 | Pelican Perch

"Pelican Perch" offers Unsurpassed Ocean & Beach Views from Every Room & from the Oceanfront Hot Tub! The Living Room, Dining Room, Den, & All Bedrooms are located on the Oceanfront, offer Great Views, & have Direct Access to an...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

The Sand Bar 61-O

The Sand Bar is the perfect location for your Outer Banks getaway. Panoramic views of the ocean can be seen from almost every room in the house. Enjoy the comfort of your private 23x11 pool and expansive deck areas. The large living room has...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

165 | On The Edge

Your family is sure to enjoy vacationing at this terrific Oceanfront cottage that is located right on the Beach in Kill Devil Hills. Fantastic Views of the Ocean and Beach await from this nicely decorated, comfortable Beach Home. The oceanfront sun...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

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