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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...

Mermaid Manor

Time to try “Mermaid Manor”, a beautiful beach house in Ocean Sands Section A, this lovely accommodation is breathtaking. Wait until you see the views over the open land to the ocean from the back and side decks. Panoramic beauty, magnificent...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

MOON BAY

Discover MOON BAY in Nags Head—a Carolina Designs oceanfront vacation rental where luxurious living meets classic OBX charm. This 8-bedroom estate at Milepost 11.5 combines captivating ocean views with modern amenities, featuring an elevator...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

621 | Beach Side In Five

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! This lovely Nags Head beach home is a great place to relax and enjoy your time on the Outer Banks. Very comfortable with lots of extras that are sure to...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the small town of Rodanthe. Over...

4104 - Sever's Hideaway

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Escape to Sever’s Hideaway in Duck. This cozy oceanfront condo offers the comforts of home but with an upgraded...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

K7105 Summer Days 4 Bedroom Oceanfront H...

Welcome to Summer Days by KEES Vacations! New for 2026: Enjoy access to the exclusive Village Beach Club included with your stay! Are you ready for a relaxing oceanfront vacation in the heart of Kill Devil Hills? This lovely beachfront home is...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Duck Town Park & Boardwalk

Duck Town Park provides a playground for all seasons and more. Its 11 acres consist of a mix of Maritime Forest, willow swamp, open lawn with amphitheatre and picnic shelters, all sitting next to the lovely shallow waters of scenic Currituck Sound...

SOMERSET

“Somerset,” an exquisite soundfront home, will provide your vacation getaway with beautiful, sweeping views of the Currituck sound and will showcase the beautiful sunsets from the home’s multiple levels of decking and from the large...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/23 - 8/30
$2,733  $3,117
$384 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,401  $2,726
$325 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,235  $2,530
$295 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,977  $2,244
$267 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,977  $2,244
$267 off
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

Seaside NAN-05

Seaside is a comfortable cottage that is just 75 feet from the beautiful beaches of South Nags Head at milepost 19.5!An impressive vaulted ceiling accents the kitchen and dining spaces which flows into the living room. Spend mornings sipping coffee...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

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...