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First Friday in Manteo
September 4th, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM -
Ocracoke Seafood Festival
September 5th, 2026 -
Soundside Labor Day Market
September 6th, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...
Located in the charming Corolla Bay community, Family Jules offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable vacation!This private Corolla Bay community offers a large community pool and recreation area, playground, shuffleboard and picnic tables...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...
If you are looking for a truly laid-back beach experience, Maughlin is the place! With the living area and porch overlooking the ocean, you almost forget you’re above dry land and able to walk the wide beach before getting your toes wet. This...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...
What a dream for your family to come to stay at this lovely cottage in north Duck! Located in Sound Sea Village, this cute beach cottage has been decorated with lovely furnishings and style. Outside the private pool area is landscaped with palms...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 13
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...
OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Hatteras Island Estates - This premier dog-friendly oceanfront home is just steps from the beach and offers the full list of amenities: private pool, hot tub, elevator, theater room with traditional theater seating, game room...
- Rodanthe
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...
SOUNDSIDE Avon — Kinnakeet Shores Are you looking for a beach home on the lake in Kinnakeet Shores with pretty water vistas, space for the family, a fast 5-min. walk to the beach and walking distance to the grocery store, shopping and eateries...
- Avon
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...
Hook, Wine and Sinker is a perfect coastal retreat the entire family will enjoy! Located on the Beach Road in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, this charming vacation home features ocean views, spacious and tastefully decorated bedrooms, an elevator, a...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
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...
Located in Rodanthe | 6 Bedrooms | 6 Full Bathrooms | 2 Half BathroomsWelcome to Whale Kept Secret, your hidden sanctuary on Hatteras Island, where ocean breezes, countless horizons, and the art of true escape come together. Unwind and relax with...
- Rodanthe
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
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...
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.
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...