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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...

650
650

Overview Enjoy the alluring Outer Banks ocean breezes at "650", a 7-bedroom Corolla home that effortlessly combines elegant simplicity, professional design, and a top-notch list of indoor and outdoor amenities. This custom home was designed and...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 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...

Sound Retreat MS-884

Welcome to Sound Retreat, a private soundfront escape in the desirable, family-friendly community of Monteray Shores in Corolla. Relax on the enchanting decks with views of the Currituck Sound, go crabbing off your own private pier, relax in the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Atlantic Realty of the Outer Banks

Outer Banks Vacation Rentals by Atlantic Realty provide the beach vacation experience you deserve. Since 1982, multiple generations of families have enjoyed waves of fun and quiet relaxation in our OBX vacation homes including the surrounding...

3215 - Papa Duck

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New in 2026: All ensuites have a TV in the bedrooms. There are a total of 7 TVs in the house (5 ensuite bedrooms, 1 in...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

JJ's Beach House (formerly Big Daddy's)

Oceanfront Luxury in Nags Head You will treasure every day spent vacationing in this home in a big way. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly need, JJ's Beach House boasts nine spacious bedrooms and luxury living accommodations with all...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

ISLAND EPIPHANY

Overview Located on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills, this stunner of a home offers all that one could hope for and dream of while vacationing on the Outer Banks. Ocean views from the second floor, third floor, and first floor pool...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 24 Bedrooms
  • 23.5 Bathrooms
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...

Pink Paradise ASC-131

If you are looking for a cute and conveniently located vacation rental, look no further than Pink Paradise! This adorable three-bedroom, two-bath home is perfect for a small family. Enter through the shaded front porch entrance. A large sectional...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
8/9 - 8/16
$2,070  $2,220
$150 off
8/16 - 8/23
$2,027  $2,177
$150 off
8/23 - 8/30
$1,885  $2,035
$150 off
8/30 - 9/6
$1,786  $1,936
$150 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,686  $1,836
$150 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,537  $1,687
$150 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,537  $1,687
$150 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,430  $1,580
$150 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,430  $1,580
$150 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,430  $1,580
$150 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
11/22 - 11/29
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
11/29 - 12/6
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
12/6 - 12/13
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
12/13 - 12/20
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
12/20 - 12/27
$1,182  $1,332
$150 off
Joe Lamb Realty

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has specialized in Outer Banks Real Estate with a full service Real Estate Sales office. We offer real estate services for buyers and sellers on the Outer Banks. As part of our Vacation Rental...

Off Duty 633-A

Enjoy a week Off Duty in South Nags Head at this semi-oceanfront home with deeded beach access! The entire family will savor the great ocean views from the crow's nest.This family-friendly vacation home is located at milepost 17.5, only 45 yards to...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course, and more, these fitness activities feature a safe environment for families and groups to make memories while getting their heart rate pumping!

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 factual narration on the bottlenose dolphin, a type of dolphin found along the Atlantic coast. Dolphin mating and birthing can be observed on many cruises. 

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 organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given...

OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted beaches in America! We are The Outer Bank's Only Ghost Tour that uses Ghost Detectors! Book now for the time of your afterlife! 

Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots to catch blue crabs and trawl for shrimp the same way that the local commercial fishermen do. You’ll learn about the species caught and how to sort through the catch – and everything of legal size is yours to keep for dinner! Along the way...

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Wright Brothers National Memorial

The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a "Must See" attraction for any Outer Banks aviation enthusiast, history lover, and virtually any Kill Devil Hills vacationer who wants an up-close look at the towering granite structure that towers over the...

The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island has become a beloved attraction for Outer Banks vacationers and an annual outing for seasoned visitors who are young and young at heart. The 68,000-square-foot complex covers all aspects of Outer Banks...

The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is a beautiful event venue with waterfront views from every seat. When planning a wedding on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, there is no other location that can compare to Pirate’s Cove. Our...

Foliage fans and gardening enthusiasts from all over the country will love a day trip to the Elizabethan Gardens. Tucked away in Manteo within the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, this 10 acre Roanoke soundfront locale is home to hundreds of...