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Jolly Roger

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...

SERENITY

Overview Looking for a quiet refuge from the daily grind? Lose yourself in the easygoing yet refined ambience of Serenity, a tranquil home that puts your comfort first. Curl up in the ship's watch to enjoy the panorama of ocean and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Catchin' Some Rays

SOUNDSIDE Avon – Tarpon Ln. – Catch yourself in a never-ending state of contentment when you stay at CATCHIN’ SOME RAYS, a comfortable three-bedroom/two-full bath home that sits within simple walking distance of the Atlantic Ocean’s wide...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

Island Time

Experience the epitome of coastal luxury at Island Time - a semi-oceanfront sanctuary offering unrivaled amenities and stunning vistas. Boasting an elevator for seamless accessibility, this exquisite retreat welcomes multiple furry companions...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Channel House

Located in Buxton / 4 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsWelcome to Channel House – a waterfront gem tucked away in the heart of Buxton on Hatteras Island. This beautiful 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom getaway invites you to slow down and savor life by the water...

  • Buxton
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

826 | Coastal Retreat

6/21/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! The “Coastal Retreat” has a perfect location in the heart of Nags Head that boasts Ocean Views and a short walk to the beach (approx. 50 yards to...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

High Tides

Come relax and enjoy this classic cottage in the heart of Duck NC. A short walk, less than 500 feet, will take you to one of the quietest beaches on the Outer Banks, and a short bike ride will take you to the heart of Duck, full of family...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

The Parrot Head Inn

OCEANVIEW Salvo — Spritsail Ct. — You don’t have to be a Jimmy Buffett fan to be a parrot head, someone who loves the laidback tropical lifestyle replete with good times, good friends, good drinks, and good vibes. THE PARROT HEAD INN...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...