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Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

1613 - Breezy by the Sea

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Breezy By The Sea is a 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental nestled on the oceanside of Corolla. Located in the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

Island Oasis

Upgrades for 2026 include a new washer/dryer, new carpet/floor in most rooms, new beds, 3 modernized bathrooms, new linens and new theater room projector. Private beach access!!Located in Corolla / 7 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
9/8 - 9/15
$6,168  $7,948
$1,780 off
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...

Golden Goose CD-102

Looking for an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation? Family memories are waiting to be made at Golden Goose! Enjoy beautiful 360-degree sound and ocean views from the crow's nest at this six-bedroom/five-bathroom oceanside getaway, just 1,250 ft to...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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...

Island Storm

SOUNDFRONT Avon — Island Creek Resort —For those drawn to the water, whether for its natural inclination to soothe the soul or provide the ultimate enchanted playground, ISLAND STORM obliges with the ideal location to pursue your dream...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

The Beach House

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Want a taste of old Nags Head? ‘The Beach House’ is a historical treasure on the Nags Head oceanfront with an added private pool and hot tub! The...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

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...

5454 - Sea View

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New exterior paint. This large custom beach home has been decorated with cheerful colors to greet you...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

ANOTHER DAY OF SUN

You're going to love this charming vacation home located in the rolling dunes of Sea Ridge and Osprey. Relax in the private hot tub and enjoy the short walk to the beach (500 feet to beach access) and community pool. There is also a short walk to...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/23 - 8/30
$2,552  $3,078
$526 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,281  $2,716
$435 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,172  $2,353
$181 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,068  $2,262
$194 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,991  $2,262
$271 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,991  $2,262
$271 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,055  $2,262
$207 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,755  $1,900
$145 off

If you are looking for adventure, stop by or call Coastal Kayak Touring Company and book your reservation. The company has been offering kayak and paddle boarding tours on the Outer Banks since 1999 and is located at the Waterfront Shops in...

The Field Research Facility in northern Duck is known for its 1840 foot long pier and its internationally recognized research. It’s mission is “Advancing coastal knowledge through observation and discovery.”Established by the U.S...

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...

Join us for an unforgettable family adventure and see a more natural side of the Outer Banks.

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