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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...

PELICANS LANDING

Come relax at Pelican's Landing! This beautifully decorated, semi-oceanfront townhome in quiet Southern Shores gives you the comforts of home matched with breathtaking ocean views. This home is perfectly located near fun family attractions and...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/8 - 8/15
$2,859  $3,249
$390 off
8/22 - 8/29
$2,360  $2,684
$324 off
8/29 - 9/5
$2,092  $2,350
$258 off
9/5 - 9/12
$1,985  $2,184
$199 off
9/19 - 9/26
$1,753  $1,933
$180 off
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

1742 - Sunny Daze

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Sunny Daze, a Corolla vacation rental nestled in the sought-after Ocean Sands community. With 5 bedrooms...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

The Tui 459-D

This beach home has everything your family needs for a wonderful Outer Banks vacation. The top level features a huge great room with flat screen TV and ocean views, a well-stocked kitchen with bar seating and a dining table. Relax in the private...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

136 | Beach Spray

This fantastic vacation home is located only 3 lots back from the Ocean w/a short walk to the beach via deeded Beach Access and has everything your family needs for a great time on the Outer Banks. Nicely decorated, spacious home is situated on a...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
7/5 - 7/11
$6,495  $6,795
$300 off
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...

The Sandy House

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Dr. – For that sand between your toes feeling you’ve been dreaming about since last summer; THE SANDY HOME is ready to turn those reveries into your summer reality. Located just a short walk to the beach...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 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...

SERENDIPITY ON THE SOUND

This beautiful lagoon front home just off MP #1 has over 3,600 square feet of living space, two levels of Timbertech composite decking and a large screened in porch with eating area for 10 overlooking the lagoon.  Spectacular evening dusk vista...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/8 - 8/15
$2,942  $3,364
$422 off
8/15 - 8/22
$2,588  $3,074
$486 off
8/22 - 8/29
$2,248  $2,791
$543 off
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...

443 | Whippoorwill

Come relax and enjoy the peaceful luxury of Whippoorwill. This elegant home offers many special touches including hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and tiled baths. This home is bright and open with cathedral ceilings...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Kitty Hawk Kites

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.