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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...

Pinch Me

Located in Hatteras | Oceanfront | 7 Bedrooms | 8 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath | 7 Primary SuitesFantastic upgrades for 2025: Brand-new siding and decking on the back and south sides of the home, and every room features brand-new, ultra-comfortable...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Chocolate Sundae

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo — The cherry on top to the ideal vacation is being close to the people you appreciate, surroundings that inspire you, and doing the things that bring you joy. That is what makes CHOCOLATE SUNDAE the complete confection for a...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...

Casa Bonita

**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 3.9 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.** Welcome to Casa Bonita – C9072, a semi-oceanfront retreat where wild horses roam, ocean views...

  • Carova
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

SHORE THING

Your Perfect Beach Escape—Where Comfort Meets Coastal Fun! ???? This stunning, spacious beach house has everything you need for an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway. Just 25 yards from the sand, you’ll enjoy sweeping ocean views and super easy...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

7048 - Tide Song

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Tide Song! This oceanfront Rodanthe home is sure to please the whole family. Located near great local...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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...

Southern Comfort

Welcome to Southern Comfort, a captivating semi-oceanfront home that invites you to experience the best of beachside living. With ocean views and convenient access to the ocean via a nearby sidewalk and pedestrian crosswalk to Ocean Blvd. beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

Stella Maris A-36

Welcome to Stella Maris! This gorgeous, bright and airy, newly-constructed home was designed and furnished to ensure you have the perfect Outer Banks vacation experience! Located just a short walk to the beach (approximately 0.2 miles), and close to...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

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.