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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...

A Peace of Quiet

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Aptly named, “A Peace of Quiet” finds you in an idyllic setting surrounded by mature scrub oak trees on the quiet street of Sea Tern. Enjoy your own...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

Ricky's Retreat 194

Every member of your family will enjoy the original Ricky's Retreat! This fabulous, beautifully decorated home was designed to meet your entire family's every need. Ricky's Retreat services the needs of families of all ages looking for that perfect...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
10/10 - 10/17
$2,816  $3,038
$222 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,816  $3,038
$222 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,610  $2,832
$222 off
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

Trading Winds

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomTrade your work day world for a glorious Buck Island vacation in this delightful home and everybody wins!Outside: Outside amenities include a private pool, 2 outside showers, and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
10/17 - 10/24
$2,298  $3,003
$705 off
10/28 - 11/4
$2,298  $3,003
$705 off
Wright Brothers National Memorial

The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a "Must See" attraction for any Outer Banks aviation enthusiast, history lover, and virtually any Kill Devil Hills vacationer who wants an up-close look at the towering granite structure that towers over the...

BOTH SIDES OF THE SUN

A second-floor great room framed by the Atlantic to the east and the Currituck Sound to the west gives Both Sides Of The Sun its name and Carolina Designs invites you to see both sunrise and sunset from one room in this oceanfront 8-bedroom...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
OBX Shipping Center

We are the only Authorized Shipping Center on the OBX for FedEx, UPS and DHL. Come to OBX Shipping Center for all your shipping and office needs. We offer Notary services, copies, faxing, laminating, among other office services. You do the...

4210 - Changes in Latitude

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New swing downstairs. Georgetown Sands, Building 4, Unit #24. Your relaxing Outer Banks vacation awaits! Just 200 yards from the...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

K9069 East of the Sun at Colony by the S...

Welcome to East of the Sun by KEES Vacations! New to KEES for 2026! Let the ocean breeze and golden light welcome you to East of the Sun, a charming oceanfront condo in the heart of Duck Village. Located on the second floor with beautiful ocean...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

Ain't Life Grand

All Bathrooms Have Been Remodeled!Located in Duck / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis gorgeous home is one of the most spectacular oceanfront properties on the Outer Banks! Your family will appreciate the open floor plan and...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 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.