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Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

Wine N' Sea

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Location, Location, Location (and did we mention Size, Comfort, and Amenities as well)! Enjoy your vacation in this beautiful, dog-friendly beach house...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 19
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...

Prissy Gale

Renovations Completed in 2024: New flooring throughout All new kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances with beautiful tile backsplash New stackable washer and dryer and separate refrigerator in the laundry room for drinks, etc. New sliding...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

OBX Getaway, Unit #109

Located in Hatteras Village | 1 Bedroom | 1 Full BathroomWelcome to OBX Getaway at the Villas of Hatteras Landing, your peaceful getaway in Hatteras Village! Located at the very end of Hatteras Island, this striking corner condo offers a true taste...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Grand Luxxe

This home accepts future year reservations more than 51 weeks in advance. Current year guests are not offered first right of refusal. 11 Bedrooms/ 10 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomThis lavish well-appointed oceanfront estate on Millionaire Row...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
5/3 - 5/10
$6,400  $7,501
$1,101 off
5/31 - 6/7
$11,000  $16,000
$5,000 off
6/8 - 6/15
$13,999  $19,195
$5,196 off
8/20 - 8/27
$15,200  $23,501
$8,301 off
9/4 - 9/11
$10,000  $14,000
$4,000 off
9/6 - 9/13
$9,800  $13,000
$3,200 off
10/11 - 10/18
$6,200  $6,301
$101 off
10/18 - 10/25
$6,100  $6,301
$201 off
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

Judge's Chambers

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Note: This property will not be participating in the Ocean Hill Recreational Program in 2026.The whole gang will enjoy the ocean views “Judges...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

126 | Kegs

Keg’s is an Oceanfront Retreat and the perfect destination for your Outer Banks getaway! Just steps from the beach, this beautiful home offers everything your family needs for a memorable vacation. Spend your days swimming in the ocean or...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
5/10 - 5/16
$3,295  $3,795
$500 off
5/24 - 5/30
$5,995  $6,995
$1,000 off
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

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...

191 | White Marlin

Endless ocean views, comfortable furnishings & bright decor make White Marlin a terrific choice for your Outer Banks vacation. Situated on the oceanfront at milepost 16 in Nags Head, this home provides the luxury of having your own Private...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
5/16 - 5/22
$4,595  $5,495
$900 off
5/23 - 5/29
$5,895  $6,795
$900 off
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.

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...

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...

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. 

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...