2026 Kill Devil Hills American Guide

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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...

Turtle Watch

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Pony Pasture Dr. — New for 2026! — TURTLE WATCH is a relaxing haven as inviting and predictable as the ebb and flow of Avon’s tides. This three-bedroom/three- and one-half-bathroom home has the power to soothe the soul...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Knights in Salvo

SOUNDSIDE Salvo — North Sand Dollar Ct. — If you're looking for a impressive home with vistas of both ocean and sound, KNIGHTS IN SALVO will come to your rescue. Located in Wind over Waves community with community sound access and boat ramp...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

Carolina Cottage

Set against a stunning backdrop of coastal beauty, Carolina Cottage is your perfect beach retreat, designed to create an unforgettable vacation experience. Begin your day with breathtaking ocean views and vibrant sunrises from the upper deck before...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

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



Ricky's Retreat 194

Every member of your family will enjoy the original Ricky's Retreat! This fabulous, beautifully decorated home was designed to meet your entire family's every need. Ricky's Retreat services the needs of families of all ages looking for that perfect...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
4/18 - 4/25
$2,685  $2,985
$300 off
4/25 - 5/2
$2,685  $2,985
$300 off
5/16 - 5/23
$4,024  $4,324
$300 off
5/30 - 6/6
$6,134  $6,434
$300 off
6/6 - 6/13
$7,239  $7,539
$300 off
6/20 - 6/27
$9,405  $9,905
$500 off
6/27 - 7/4
$8,933  $9,433
$500 off
7/4 - 7/11
$8,697  $9,197
$500 off
8/29 - 9/5
$4,129  $4,429
$300 off
9/12 - 9/19
$3,610  $3,910
$300 off
9/19 - 9/26
$2,863  $3,163
$300 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,543  $2,843
$300 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,977  $3,277
$300 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,823  $3,123
$300 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,632  $2,932
$300 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,628  $2,928
$300 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,229  $2,529
$300 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,259  $2,559
$300 off
11/21 - 11/28
$3,017  $3,317
$300 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,245  $2,545
$300 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,170  $2,470
$300 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,172  $2,472
$300 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...

418 | Rollin Tide

Rollin Tide is the perfect home base for a family beach vacation. Located in the heart of Nags Head’s Gallery Row art district, it’s just a short 375-foot walk to direct beach access—easy even with little ones in tow! You’ll be close to ice...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

5548 - Toes In The Sand

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New carpeting throughout the property. Welcome to Toes In The Sand, where your Outer Banks summer...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 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...

K6400 Surfside Retreat Oceanfront 7 Bedr...

Welcome to Surfside Retreat by KEES Vacations! This home will re-open beginning June 1st, 2026 with a new pool, hot tub, and oceanfront location! Buxton experienced erosion in late 2025, subsequently, this home has been moved from its original...

  • Buxton
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks restaurant. It’s been 37 years since Angelos took ownership of Jolly, and over the years she has experienced many changes, including three expansions and a renovation after Hurricane Isabel in 2003. Although the restaurant has gone through several...

Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare County. Owners Henry and Linda Ezzell, along with daughter Kim Ezzell Parker offer honest American Style food that appeal to people of all ages. With so many fine dining establishments in the area they felt there was a need for a down-to-earth...

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 the peck, pound, and dozen, raw or steamed to perfection. Kicked back casual, down to earth friendly staff, and reasonable prices make Awful Arthur’s Oyster Bar the all-time favorite of locals and travelers alike. The idea wasn’t to set...

Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this Kill Devil Hills restaurant is a family tradition for so many. You'll love waking up to favorites like biscuits and gravy, farm fresh eggs and buttermilk pancakes.

Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern North Carolina style BBQ, a vinegar-based variety smoked on site. All bar-b-que is cooked slowly with hand-crafted sauces to perfection. Pigman’s offers a tomato or “ketchup-based” BBQ option as well. Choose from Pork BBQ, Beef BBQ...

Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low Country seafood boil is different. We deliver our seafood boil kit right to your beach home. Follow easy instructions and eat in about an hour! 

Beachside Bistro is a charming oceanfront restaurant in Kill Devil Hills offering American Coastal cuisine in the heart of the Outer Banks. With a focus on fresh flavors and creative dishes, the bistro provides a welcoming atmosphere for both...