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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...

Happy Ours SWB-35

Happy Ours is a lovely, oceanside home in the off-road area of Carova, with 6 bedrooms (3 of which are en suites with private baths). Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from just about everywhere in this beautifully designed vacation rental. Take an...

  • Carova
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
6/7 - 6/14
$4,540  $5,040
$500 off
6/14 - 6/21
$4,817  $5,517
$700 off
6/28 - 7/5
$5,420  $6,120
$700 off
7/5 - 7/12
$5,420  $6,120
$700 off
7/19 - 7/26
$5,420  $6,120
$700 off
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

5701 - Coral Castle

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Coral Castle is the Nags Head vacation rental you've been searching for! This 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom Outer Banks...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Nautical by Nature

Escape to Nautical by Nature, a relaxing oceanside Corolla cottage just 300 yards to the beach access in desirable Ocean Sands I. This inviting vacation home blends coastal comfort with outdoor adventure — perfect for families, friends, or couples...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

THE GREY PALM

Overview Sway in sweet Outer Banks ocean breezes at The Grey Palm, a six-bedroom Corolla home that effortlessly combines refined simplicity, professional design, and a top-notch list of indoor and outdoor amenities. This custom home is...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

All is Well by the Sea

Relax and unwind at All Is Well by the Sea, a beautifully updated oceanfront retreat located in the heart of Nags Head. Just a short walk from the iconic Nags Head Pier, as well as local shops and favorite restaurants, this home offers the perfect...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

Windstar

Located in Duck/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsAppreciate your vacation in this well-appreciated family bungalow located on a peaceful street on the Soundfront in the Sanderling community!  This home offers it all including a private dock, great...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
7/10 - 7/17
$3,324  $3,996
$672 off
7/18 - 7/25
$3,324  $3,996
$672 off
7/25 - 8/1
$3,324  $3,996
$672 off
7/31 - 8/7
$3,112  $3,731
$619 off
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

STEALING TIME

Great location on a quiet street with short, safe walk to beach (500 yards). Bright, airy home with over 2,500 square feet of living area. Relax in the hot tub, the hammock, or cool off in the 16 x 32 private pool with tiki bar.Level 1:1 bedroom...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
6/28 - 7/5
$4,479  $4,914
$435 off
7/5 - 7/12
$4,479  $4,914
$435 off
8/16 - 8/23
$3,457  $3,609
$152 off
8/23 - 8/30
$3,110  $3,392
$282 off

Fish or go a pirating on board the Cap'N Clam

Fun, family-oriented and professional fishing and maritime trips. 

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...

Embark on an adventure that you and your crew will never forget with a fun Hatteras Island expedition that is commandeered by Godspeed Charters. This Hatteras village-based charter business features a wide range of activities for families of all...

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...

Enjoy recreational watersports and guided tours. 

A variety of family-friendly fishing trips and cruises.

Memorable, enjoyable and convenient. The Ocracoke Express is the new and easy passenger & bicycle ferry to Ocracoke. Leave your vehicle behind and sail directly to Ocracoke Village, within walking or biking distance of all the village has to...