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Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

Hook, Wine & Sinker

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Atlantic Dr. - In the heart of Rodanthe sits this well-maintained and elegantly decorated traditional beach box home. HOOK, WINE & SINKER beach access is close to the oceanfront making beach days painless for all...

  • Rodanthe
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Sunset Retreat

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.WOW! Talk about your famous Outer Banks sunsets! “Sunset Retreat” is a sound front property in Duck for your family and friends that will give you...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

THIS IS IT

Located only three houses from the beach access on a dead end street, this charming oceanside home is the ideal spot for your beach vacation.Level 1:2 bedrooms (1 with Queen and 32” TV, 1 with Twins; hall bath with shower); recreation room with...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
10/24 - 10/31
$1,308  $1,512
$204 off
10/31 - 11/7
$1,354  $1,362
$8 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,203  $1,362
$159 off
11/14 - 11/21
$1,254  $1,362
$108 off
11/28 - 12/5
$1,274  $1,362
$88 off
12/5 - 12/12
$1,235  $1,362
$127 off
12/12 - 12/19
$1,297  $1,362
$65 off
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...

Summer Winds

Located in Duck/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsLet the summer winds whisk your troubles away. A good time will be had by all when you choose this comfortable and well-designed beach getaway with ocean vistas.Ground Level: Outside amenities include an...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

604 | Time Out

Bright, modern décor and an excellent Oceanside location make this recently updated home in Duck home a great vacation choice. "Time Out" offers many features including hardwood floors, tiled baths, gourmet kitchen w/island bar, covered porch, sun...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Carolina Designs Realty

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...

DUNMUIR

If you’re looking for a great family vacation on the Outer Banks, look no further than “Dunmuir.” This cozy cottage, located in the quiet town of Southern Shores, has four bedrooms and two full baths and is even dog-friendly. Grab your cup of...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/26 - 10/3
$1,360  $1,636
$276 off
10/17 - 10/24
$1,284  $1,499
$215 off
10/24 - 10/31
$1,292  $1,499
$207 off
10/31 - 11/7
$1,338  $1,348
$10 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,187  $1,348
$161 off
11/14 - 11/21
$1,249  $1,348
$99 off
11/28 - 12/5
$1,249  $1,348
$99 off
12/5 - 12/12
$1,187  $1,348
$161 off
12/12 - 12/19
$1,279  $1,348
$69 off
5/22 - 5/29
$1,712  $1,742
$30 off
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...

The Sleepy Dog

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Colony Drive - If you're looking for a home to accommodate your group with a nice selection of amenities in a great location and at a good value, try THE SLEEPY DOG. Just 3 tons from the beach, access is just a short walk away. The...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Nestled in the charming town of Duck, North Carolina, Duck Town Park Boardwalk invites visitors to experience the natural beauty of the Outer Banks. This scenic boardwalk winds gracefully through lush landscapes and stands as a perfect spot for a...

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks and surfboards. Inside, surf...

The Town of Duck held it’s first Yuletide Celebration in 2011, and its popularity established it as an annual event.Taking place on the first Friday and Saturday in December, the Celebration begins with local merchants keeping their doors open...

Hawaiian Island Snowballs is a delightful gem nestled in the charming town of Duck, North Carolina. This colorful spot is the perfect escape on a warm, sunny day, offering a refreshing way to cool off while enjoying a taste of the tropics. Locals...

North Duck Watersports says its dedicated to providing a “clean fun experience” to all its customers. With jet ski, boat rentals and more, it boasts the largest watersports facility in Duck - if not the entire OBX - offering...

Keep your vacation stress free!  Pack your casual beach clothes & essentials, and let Ocean Atlantic Rentals deliver the rest! CURBSIDE PICKUP/CONTACTLESS DELIVERY: 1-800-635-9559 JUST RENT IT! Since 1979, OAR has been serving...

SandCastle Kids is a delightful haven for families visiting Duck, North Carolina. This charming children's boutique is filled with an enchanting selection of toys, clothes, and accessories designed to inspire creativity and play. As soon as you step...

If you are looking for something more exciting than sitting on the beach, why not try fishing in the world renowned waters off the Outer Banks? Sharky’s Fishing Charters offers offshore, inshore, and sound fishing for every angler, regardless...

Sweet Ness OBX is a delightful gem nestled in the charming town of Duck, North Carolina. This cozy ice cream shop invites both locals and visitors to indulge in a wide array of delicious frozen treats. From creamy, handcrafted ice creams bursting...

No shopping trip with the kids is complete without a trip to a toy store, and The Kid’s Store in the Waterfront Shops in Duck is the perfect spot to find everything for children. From toys, books, puzzles and games, there is plenty to choose...

Join us in Duck, North Carolina, as we celebrate the Town’s 10-Year Anniversary with a host of fun-filled, family-friendly events.