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Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Jolly Octopus

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYour family will adore this vacation spot offering a huge fenced grassy lawn with private pool. Unwind in the sizable screened porch in the evenings that offers plenty of seating for...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

OBX Beach Bliss

Perched just steps away from the ocean in Corolla, NC, this stunning semi-oceanfront vacation home managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC is a true gem. Boasting 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and over 3800 square feet of living space, this property is...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

Salty Shamrock

2024 Bedding configuration change. Pyramid bunk bedroom now has 2 Twin beds instead. Casual, comfortable, and impeccably decorated, this bright and airy townhome is perfect for small families or romantic getaways. Take in the ocean view from the...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20...

Break Away

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomBreak Away with your family to this Outer Banks Vacation home in Beacon Villas. Savor full access to all the amenities of Corolla Light from the oceanfront entertainment complex that...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Atlantic Realty of the Outer Banks

Outer Banks Vacation Rentals by Atlantic Realty provide the beach vacation experience you deserve. Since 1982, multiple generations of families have enjoyed waves of fun and quiet relaxation in our OBX vacation homes including the surrounding...

Patagonia by the Sea

OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Dr. — If treasured family moments feel like they are few and fleeting, PATAGONIA BY THE SEA will inspire you to reclaim that precious time in a oceanside setting that defies description. Everything you want for that...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, located in the heart of Corolla, borders the historic Whalehead in Historic Corolla and still functions as a guide for passing mariners. At 162' feet tall, the lighthouse's First Order Fresnel light, (the largest size...

SAPPHIRE BY THE SEA

Overview Brilliant vacation days are in your future at Sapphire by the Sea, a 9-bedroom gem in Kill Devil Hills. Easy access to the beach and elevated ocean views are highlights of this semi-oceanfront, and a convenient community beach access...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
A Moveable Feast

Create Your Dream Outer Banks Wedding! A Moveable Feast will help turn your special day into an unforgettable celebration with all the charm of the Outer Banks, customized menus and personalized service to perfect the magic of your wedding. We pride...

WHAT TIME, BEACH TIME OCS-50

Experience the beauty of South Nags Head at WHAT TIME, BEACH TIME! This completely rebuilt, like-new vacation home, offers spectacular sunrise and sunset views. Thoughtfully designed with modern coastal charm, this stunning retreat features four en...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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.

Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and providing us with an abundant amount of shells , fish and sealife to see. We offer an array of adventures. We love to snorkel, clam, take a tour around the old village creeks. We take the kiddos on a hermit crab adventure and take you to find some sea...