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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...

Captains Quarters

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYou will feel right at home in the Captain's Quarters. This home features a ships watch, jetted tub, and furnished decks for those lazy afternoons. Located on the Oceanside in Corolla...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

Tangled up in Blue

Located in Avon | 4 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomTangled up in Blue is a trendy semi-oceanfront home conveniently located to all Avon Village has to offer. With 4 roomy bedrooms, a private saltwater pool, hot tub, game room, fire...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
8/20 - 8/27
$5,181  $6,357
$1,176 off
8/30 - 9/6
$4,677  $5,727
$1,050 off
9/11 - 9/18
$4,005  $4,887
$882 off
9/15 - 9/22
$3,417  $4,152
$735 off
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Bennett's Bungalow

When all you need is a seaside bungalow close to the beach, then Bennett's Bungalow nicely fits the bill.    Perfect for beach-loving families or couples that want an affordable way to enjoy the beach. And you can do just that via the boarded...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

Corolla Cottage

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Corolla Cottage, located just steps away from awe-inspiring sunsets on the Currituck Sound, is a beautiful home for your family vacation. From fresh...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

Banana Wind

Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAppreciate an amazing Outer Banks vacation at Banana Wind on the wide sandy beaches of Ocean Sands! This oceanfront home features gorgeous vistas and must-have amenities like a...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

184 | Sangria Splash

Great Views of the Ocean & Sunset Views over Roanoke Sound await you from this Awesome South Nags Head Estate. This Very Spacious, Luxuriously Decorated home has Many Special Features including a Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, & Huge Rec...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

GRAND VIEW

Spectacular location on a high dune with panoramic views of ocean and sound - just three lots from oceanfront and beach access. Relax in the 14 x 28 pool and hot tub for 6. Every room has view of ocean or sound. Enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/27 - 7/4
$4,042  $5,220
$1,178 off
7/4 - 7/11
$4,177  $5,220
$1,043 off
7/11 - 7/18
$4,278  $5,220
$942 off
8/22 - 8/29
$3,436  $3,590
$154 off
8/29 - 9/5
$2,793  $3,046
$253 off
9/5 - 9/12
$2,436  $2,684
$248 off
9/12 - 9/19
$2,050  $2,231
$181 off
9/19 - 9/26
$2,044  $2,231
$187 off
9/26 - 10/3
$1,887  $2,050
$163 off

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. 

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...