2026 Hatteras Scenic Spots Guide

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Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

A Key To Paradise

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Your OBX UtopiaLooking for A Key to Paradise? Consider it found at this lovely family home located by the lake in Ocean Lakes, Corolla. You will find a...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

Dennis

Welcome to Dennis, a stunning brand-new 8-bedroom semi-oceanfront retreat within the exclusive Pine Island Limited Community. This property blends coastal elegance with modern luxury, providing an ultimate setting for unforgettable Outer Banks...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
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...

1881 - The Phyrst

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Great room & dining room furniture newly upholstered. The Phyrst is a classic Carolina beach house with an upper-level family...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Paradise VI

Now available to book for 2027! Advance Reservations in this property for a future year more than 51 weeks in advance are allowed. Current year guests are not offered first right of refusal. Reserve any available 2027 week and pay 25% within 3...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

324 | Cozy Cottage

Cozy Cottage is Beach Living at its Best. Beautifully appointed with all the charm of a Traditional Carolina Beach House with modern conveniences and many recent updates that include new flooring, TV's, electric firepalce, remodeled kitchen...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

Knob Hill East 64-H

You’ll be feeling the sand beneath your toes in no time when you stay at Knob Hill East, an oceanside Corolla vacation cottage located just 186 yards from the nearest beach access! The large den which doubles as a second living area will come in...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



TWINSCAPE

“Twinscape,” your dream oceanfront escape nestled in the heart of Duck. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the Bias Shores subdivision and just south of the Village of Duck. Enjoy all the community has to offer including a community...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10

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...

Enjoy recreational watersports and guided tours. 

Guided hunting and fishing on the Outer Banks.

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...

Sonny's Waterfront Restaurant is a charming gem nestled along the beautiful shores of Hatteras. With its inviting atmosphere and stunning views of the water, it offers the perfect backdrop for a delightful dining experience. The restaurant is known...

The Pelican's Roost is a charming eatery that perfectly captures the spirit of Hatteras Island. Nestled near the shoreline, this delightful spot offers a welcoming atmosphere complemented by stunning views of the surrounding landscape. As guests...

Tradition Fishing is a beloved gem nestled in the heart of Hatteras, North Carolina, where the rich maritime heritage comes alive. This local fishing charter service offers an unforgettable experience for both novice anglers and seasoned fishermen...