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Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Jus' Chillin'

OCEANVIEW Avon - Hatteras Lane -Imagine yourself JUS' CHILLIN' on the decks of this extraordinary beach home in the middle of Avon within walking distance of shopping, eateries and of course the beach. A cavernous game room welcomes you into this...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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...

Croatan Surf Club 4m CSC-4M

Come and enjoy this luxurious condo for all seasons. With community amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, kids spray area, on-site gym, and oceanfront gazebos; there is something for the whole family. Bring the family down for a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
2/16 - 2/23
$1,396  $1,446
$50 off
2/24 - 3/3
$1,357  $1,407
$50 off
3/3 - 3/10
$1,374  $1,424
$50 off
3/11 - 3/18
$1,393  $1,443
$50 off
3/18 - 3/25
$1,411  $1,461
$50 off
3/25 - 4/1
$1,369  $1,419
$50 off
3/31 - 4/7
$2,118  $2,168
$50 off
4/9 - 4/16
$1,964  $2,014
$50 off
4/16 - 4/23
$1,833  $1,883
$50 off
4/29 - 5/6
$1,852  $1,902
$50 off
5/7 - 5/14
$2,230  $2,280
$50 off
5/14 - 5/21
$2,544  $2,594
$50 off
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...

5576 - Tis the SeaSun

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Tis the SeaSun for a Nags Head vacation! Situated right on the oceanfront in Nags Head, this Outer Banks rental offers breathtaking, unobstructed...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

847 | Coleman's Mermaid Hideaway

Coleman’s Mermaid Hideaway provides a great, close to the beach location, spacious floor plan, and ample amenities that are sure to be a hit with your family. Enjoy Ocean Views, the luxury of having your own Private Swimming Pool, and the endless...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

ABSOLUTE ELEGANCE

Overview Unforgettable vacation days await you at Absolute Elegance, an exquisite oceanfront estate in the town of Corolla. This fabulous home features sweeping ocean views and is appointed with sumptuous furnishing and decor. Guests...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

WHY KNOT

Overview A thoughtful floor plan with multiple gathering areas, comfortable furnishings, and popular amenities combine to create an idyllic oceanside vacation retreat in this 8-bedroom Corolla home. Why Knot features expansive...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

Absolutely Shore

OCEANFRONT Avon – Pamlico Court – You can be ABSOLUTELY SHORE that you'll savor your vacation at this appealing oceanfront home in the peaceful north end of Avon. Ideal for both leisure and activity and completely equipped for your vacation...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

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...