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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...

2876 - The Blue Martini

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to The Blue Martini, a spectacular modern coastal casual oceanfront vacation rental in Duck. This exquisite...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 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...

186 | Rum Cove

This is an outstanding, beautifully decorated home offers wonderful Ocean to Sound Views and is located just steps from the Beach (Only 60 ft. to Beach Access directly across Beach Road). Loaded with a wide variety of amenities, this modern beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

THE DAPPER DUCK

The Dapper Duck is a four bedroom OBX vacation rental in Southern Shores. Located just 200 yards from beach access, this home features a wood fireplace and gorgeous horizon ocean views from the upper deck. Its convenient location means that it’s...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
3/8 - 3/15
$1,044  $1,066
$22 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,044  $1,066
$22 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,044  $1,066
$22 off
3/29 - 4/5
$1,207  $1,216
$9 off
4/19 - 4/26
$1,195  $1,216
$21 off
4/26 - 5/3
$1,195  $1,216
$21 off
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

Castaway Avon

Located in Avon | 8 Bedrooms | 6 Full Bathrooms | 2 Half Bathrooms After a handsome beach day on the ocean or being centrally located to discover the Pea Island wildlife sanctuary, Hatteras Lighthouse and accessing the Ocracoke Ferry, come home to...

  • Avon
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
7/2 - 7/9
$9,295  $9,495
$200 off
7/6 - 7/13
$8,495  $9,495
$1,000 off
9/3 - 9/10
$3,695  $3,995
$300 off
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

043 | Sun & Surf

Unobstructed 180 degree views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Sun Deck and Covered Deck make every moment of your vacation worth a photo. The beach is only 30 ft. away, plus you have the luxury of Direct Private Access to the beach and a Private...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Summer Breeze

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Rampart Street - Savor the sweet days of summer at SUMMER BREEZE and have not a care in the world. This 3,230 sq. ft. bespoke-constructed home in Salvo is located just four tons from the beach with access at the end of the...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

Siren's Treasure

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — Gather the family together this summer at SIREN'S TREASURE. This alluring home located across the street from the beach is just one lot away from the community boardwalk crossing the dune. The ground...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Inside, the Aycock Brown Welcome Center is a treasure trove of area information, and visitors will find hundreds of pamphlets on local attractions and activities, area menus, vacation rental and real estate catalogs, and local guide books. In...

Commune with nature and take photos of the pristine Outer Banks!

Tucked away along Schoolhouse Road and shaded by a cluster of Live Oaks, the Historic Corolla Schoolhouse is a lesser-known but nevertheless important attraction in the coastal town of Corolla. The schoolhouse was originally constructed sometime...

An airport and museum featuring models related to the area. 

If you enjoy a good cup of coffee and a good book, a stop into Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Bookshop is a must. Located in a historic gun shop next to the pond in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, a visit to Duck’s Cottage truly is an...

Elizabeth City Historic Tours provides a unique opportunity for guests to tour downtown Elizabeth City in style with Carolina Carriages. As guests stroll through the streets on this 30-minute horse and carriage ride, they will learn about the unique...

Looking at the small town of Manteo, with its Crepe Myrtle lined busy main streets, and charming downtown filled with contemporary restaurants and old antique stores, one wouldn't necessarily think that this Outer Banks village was the veritable...

A Native American Museum featuring artifacts from local indigenous people.

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...

A living history farm that interpretes mid-1800's island life. 

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.

You haven’t been to the Outer Banks if you haven’t been to a fishing pier, and Nags Head Fishing Pier is as authentic as they come. One of the oldest and longest surviving piers on the barrier islands, this is a great place to take the...

Discover what makes the Outer Banks the most haunted beach in America! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories and haunted history of the Outer Banks. Whether you believe it or not...

Visitors to Ocracoke Island won't have too much trouble exploring the area. With 16 miles of undeveloped and completely pristine beaches, bordered to the north by a 4-square mile village that encircles the Ocracoke Harbor, it doesn't take long for...

The Ocracoke Preservation Society is a community-based non-profit organization founded in with the goal of preserving the rich cultural and historical heritage of Ocracoke Island. It's main function is preserving and restoring the island's...

The Outer Banks History Center at Roanoke Island Festival is a treasure trove of Outer Banks information, dating back centuries and serving as an instrumental tool for historians, scientists, journalists, writers, educators, and the everyday public...

Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer attraction for visitors of all...

A maritime museum with antique boats and maritime programming. 

An experience not to be missed! The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. Become immersed in...

Join us in Duck, North Carolina, as we celebrate the Town’s 10-Year Anniversary with a host of fun-filled, family-friendly events.

 There are few locales on the Outer Banks where multiple roads cross paths, and Whalebone Junction is one of the main intersections along this barrier island shoreline. The term refers to the area in South Nags Head where three major highways...