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Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

K7019 Casa de Playa 4 Bedroom Home in Ki...

Welcome to Casa de Playa! Experience the ideal combination of location, comfort, and convenience at Casa de Playa, a pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation rental in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom beach house is just...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Lighthouse Landing

Located in Corolla/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full BathroomsLighthouse Landing is a convenient single-level condo in the heart of Corolla Light! Decorated with tropical flair, this ground level, end unit condo is just six steps up offering simple access from...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Coastal Sunrise WHL-18

Start or continue your Outer Banks vacation tradition at the recently renovated Coastal Sunrise! Located in the sought-after Whalehead Club community, guests are sure to love this cozy five-bedroom, four-bathroom home set on a large half-acre lot...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
10/3 - 10/10
$2,244  $2,839
$595 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,244  $2,839
$595 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,699  $2,839
$140 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,166  $2,306
$140 off
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Oceanfront Escape

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Discover the perfect location for an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway at this charming oceanfront condominium! Wake up to breathtaking ocean views from...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

C202 - OBX Dream

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  Discover your perfect getaway at OBX Dream. Located in Sugar Creek condos, this OBX rental provides a serene atmosphere, making it an ideal...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

Dolphin Watch

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsAccessible by 4x4 car only! Dolphin Watch is attractively located just 3 1/2 miles from the end of the paved road in the Swan Beach area. You will appreciate unobstructed ocean vistas from both...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

ATLANTIC STARLET

14 king beds anchor the 18 bedrooms at ATLANTIC STARLET, a Carolina Designs oceanfront home in Kill Devil Hills where 14 of those bedrooms have a private bath. Add an elevator, a home theater, a rec room, 20 TVs, and 18 parking spaces at...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • 18 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck Parasail is the only company running a FLEET of US Coast Guard Certified and Inspected 12 passenger Ocean Pros on the Outer Banks, with boats leaving from the North Beach (Currituck) Lighthouse, Corolla, and Duck.

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge grassy lawn, restrooms, showers, a 200 foot pier and plenty of room for you to spend the day. Since 1979 Nor'Banks has been one of the finest sailing operations on the East Coast offering Flying Scots, Hobie Cats and quality private sailing instruction...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear, we’d love to make it easy for you! DUCK • KITTY HAWK • SOUTHERN SHORES • COROLLA

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...