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Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

CAPTAINS LOOKOUT

Stunning views and luxurious oceanfront living await you at this magnificent home located in beautiful Southern Shores. You will find entertainment for the whole family, from the beach just steps away and private pool to the game and media rooms...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

7038 - Hunky Dory

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Hunky Dory, a charming vacation rental located in the heart of Rodanthe on Hatteras Island. This pet-friendly retreat offers a...

  • Rodanthe
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

Sea 5

Major renovations for 2025 included refreshed bathrooms, kitchen appliances, chic furnishings and brand new beds. Inspired by modern coastal living, Seafive offers a serene getaway where modern design meets beachy tranquility!  Located in...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
5/1 - 5/8
$1,169  $1,289
$120 off
5/8 - 5/15
$1,589  $1,814
$225 off
5/16 - 5/23
$1,589  $1,814
$225 off
5/22 - 5/29
$2,529  $2,990
$461 off
5/29 - 6/5
$2,860  $3,403
$543 off
6/6 - 6/13
$3,347  $4,012
$665 off
6/13 - 6/20
$3,969  $4,789
$820 off
6/19 - 6/26
$3,969  $4,789
$820 off
6/26 - 7/3
$4,652  $5,643
$991 off
7/13 - 7/20
$4,652  $5,643
$991 off
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

OCEAN'S 88

Overview For those in search of a private beachfront sanctuary, put Ocean's 88 at the top of your list! This home is professionally decorated and offers guests a thoughtful floor plan, inspiring views, and popular amenities. Highlights...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

SUNRISE CAY

Overview If your idea of the ultimate beach vacation includes gazing at scenic North Carolina sunrises over the Atlantic from a spectacular oceanfront home, then we invite you to reserve Sunrise Cay. Professionally decorated with...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

Up-front 523-A

This oceanfront home at milepost 18.5 offers an amazing vacation experience on the oceanfront in South Nags Head! Up-front's sought-after location, along with its great amenities, make this home perfect for your next family vacation. With beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
5/2 - 5/9
$1,759  $2,059
$300 off
5/9 - 5/16
$2,044  $2,344
$300 off
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...

Pelican's Paradise

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.One step inside, and you will see right away that you have indeed found Paradise in this astonishing Outer Banks vacation property by the sea...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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. 

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.

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...

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...

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...