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Outer Banks Bike Week
April 24th, 2026 - April 26th, 2026 -
ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship
April 24th, 2026 - April 26th, 2026 -
Scallywag 5K/10K/half-marathon
April 25th, 2026 - April 26th, 2026
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...
Gouldin Sands is a terrific Outer Banks Beach Cottage that is comfortably furnished, provides a great location on 1 ½ lots that is excellent for vacationers that bring kayaks, catamarans, canoes, and fishing boats with direct access to the beach...
- Kitty Hawk
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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...
Nestled beneath the shade trees of the Tuckahoe community in Duck, Sandy Shoals is a welcoming retreat designed for families and groups. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and space for up to 10 guests, this home makes it easy to relax and enjoy your...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
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...
Located in Duck/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full BathroomsYour family will adore this Oceanside home in Carolina Dunes close to both the beach and the town of Duck offering great indoor and outdoor spaces for the ideal family vacation! Ground Level: Entirely...
- Duck
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
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...
This outstanding South Nags Head Oceanside home is as close to the Beach as most Oceanfront homes (one house back from beach approx. 100 Ft. w/Direct Access). Cozy & comfortable this cottage is nicely decorated & very well equipped...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...
Boasting unparalleled sound and sunset views, this house nestled in the trees is the perfect sound front retreat. Views of the sound in every direction from the open great-room on the top level make this the perfect spot to watch Sanderling's famous...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...
**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 7.3 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.**** *Linens Provided in 2026 Ocean Aire is a well-maintained vacation paradise in the...
- Carova
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...
This oceanfront home offers panoramic ocean views just steps from the sand at milepost 2 in Kitty Hawk. Guests will enjoy a mixture of the classic Outer Banks style, meticulously decorated with modern accents with a beachy vibe. A dune is all that...
- Kitty Hawk
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
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 and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions, beach towels, floats, kites, and more. The only 1 stop shop on the beach.
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...
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...
Visit Sunsations, the largest department store on the Outer Banks for everything you need for a perfect vacation: beachwear, swimwear, footwear, hats, T-shirts, umbrellas, chairs, boogie boards, toys, souvenirs, gifts, sunglasses, jewelry...
Welcome to Awful Arthur’s Beach Shop, your go-to destination for all things Outer Banks! Located right next to the legendary Awful Arthur’s Oyster Bar in Kill Devil Hills, our shop brings the laid-back beach lifestyle to life with...
Parrot Bay Trading Company is a great stop for all things beachy. Whether looking for something to enhance your vacation or a souvenir to remind you of the Outer Banks, you will have plenty of choices. The OBX logo is found on everything from coffee...