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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...

VH114 Sunset Surf at Villas of Hatteras ...

Welcome to Sunset Surf At Villas of Hatteras Landing! The Villas of Hatteras Landing offer guests a relaxing getaway. Arrive at this cozy condo after a magical drive on North Carolina Highway 12, through the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Head to...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

4420 - Sea Elegance

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Sea Elegance has everything you need to have the best Outer Banks vacation ever! This soundside Duck home is located in the Tuckahoe community...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Vista

OCEANFRONT Avon- Kinnakeet Shores VISTA lives up to its name with extraordinary ocean vistas from its two levels of wraparound decks and multiple bedroom decks with ample Adirondack furnishings for calming and gathering with friends and family. The...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

A Tequila Sunrise 73-L

Tequila Sunrise is a recently renovated Corolla vacation home, located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Ocean Sands community. It features recently renovated bathrooms and kitchen as well as new flooring and paint throughout. There's entertainment for...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
8/16 - 8/23
$2,750  $3,050
$300 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,705  $3,005
$300 off
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

Celtic Dream SS-954

Nestled on a wooded lot in Southern Shores lies Celtic Dream, a cozy five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath beach cottage with a private pool was built with rest and relaxation in mind all in a serene setting. Family-friendly in most ways, the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
8/16 - 8/23
$3,426  $3,611
$185 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,117  $2,207
$90 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,140  $2,230
$90 off
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Stress Escape

Located in Salvo | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full BathroomWelcome to Stress Escape! Looking for the ultimate beach vacation? Stress Escape is a striking 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Salvo, just a short walk from the enchanting beaches of Hatteras Island. Unwind...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

HARRIS COTTAGE

A unique, architect-designed modern beach home nestled in the live oaks of Southern Shores. The house has a unique courtyard design surrounding an ultra-private plunge pool and spa with large patio. Clean lines, funky lighting and cool colors accent...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
9/4 - 9/11
$2,708  $3,088
$380 off
9/11 - 9/18
$2,309  $2,635
$326 off
9/18 - 9/25
$2,309  $2,635
$326 off
9/25 - 10/2
$2,143  $2,439
$296 off
10/2 - 10/9
$2,143  $2,439
$296 off
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations are open all year: Duck  and Manteo, at The Waterfront Shops.   We offer a full line of Espresso Drinks from Hot Vanilla Cappuccinos and Hot Chocolate to Iced Caramel Lattes & Frozen Mochas, all made to order. Big Buck’s fresh...

American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after a day at the beach.   It was 1978 when Eddie and Lou Miller first opened Miller’s Seafood and Steakhouse. As a teenager, their son Brian spent his summers working in the restaurant, getting familiar with the family business. After...

Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz on a stick with more than 35 toppings! They'll melt in your mouth! Or try the Gluten-Free Donuts; limited quantities, daily. Plus, try any or all of the 9 flavors of homemade tastefully twisted soft serve. Frozen yogurt, sorbets, sherbet, hand dipped...

Scoops is a charming ice cream shop, offering a refreshing break from a day of shopping. Guests can enjoy truly homemade ice cream—with an impressive 34 flavors—served by the scoop in cones, or crafted into sundaes, smoothies, shakes...

CREATE YOUR OWN BOWL! Your meal, your way. Start with the freshest ingredients of your choice. Top them with signature sauces and flavors. Then watch as our skilled grill warriors cook it up — Mongolian style on our gigantic grill — into...

Sugar Planet is a candy store to sweeten your day and create lasting memories, from our family to yours. Build-your-own bag of candy, stop in for dessert and the perfect selfie and pick up gifts for family and friends in one outta this world sweet...