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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...

058 | Phelps

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! This terrific Nags Head Oceanfront Cottage is a perfect choice for your Family's Outer Banks get-a-way. Situated in the heart of the Beach this home is...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

ROUND ABOUT

”Round About” is a two bedroom, round rental home located on a private and secluded wooded lot. The semi-private beaches of Southern Shores are just 145 yards away.This Outer Banks vacation home offers two sundecks for sunning and relaxing...

  • Southern Shores
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
7/26 - 8/2
$1,501  $1,790
$289 off
8/9 - 8/16
$1,367  $1,558
$191 off
8/23 - 8/30
$1,134  $1,334
$200 off
8/30 - 9/6
$1,151  $1,268
$117 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,121  $1,268
$147 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,084  $1,177
$93 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,084  $1,177
$93 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,084  $1,177
$93 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,084  $1,177
$93 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,131  $1,177
$46 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,118  $1,156
$38 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,118  $1,156
$38 off
11/1 - 11/8
$967  $1,005
$38 off
11/8 - 11/15
$989  $1,005
$16 off
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

Barefoot Bungalow

Located in Buxton | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full BathroomsStep into Barefoot Bungalow, where barefoot days, salty breezes, and starlit nights set the tone for the ideal hideaway. This ground-level, handicap-friendly getaway blends coastal appeal with modern...

  • Buxton
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

7604 - Uncle Pooh's Cottage

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! PETS NO LONGER ALLOWED IN 2024!  Updated Side Deck, New Microwave, New Dishwasher! Uncle Pooh welcomes you to his cozy beach cottage! This...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

WBE Whalebone Oceanside 4 Bedroom Cottag...

Welcome to Whalebone Oceanside Cottage E by KEES Vacations! A classic Outer Banks experience with a fresh new chapter. Nestled in South Nags Head at Milepost 16.5, Whalebone Ocean Cottages brings the charm of a historic cottage court into the modern...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

Shark Shack 942

Welcome to the Shark Shack in Avon! This pleasant and comfortable home has a furnished sundeck where you can enjoy the morning ocean breezes with a cup of coffee. Kick back in the living room for a movie night with family. With wood floors and a...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Sea-Esta

Located in Southern Shores / 5 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsSea-Esta is an exceptional, semi-oceanfront home in Southern Shores that offers everything your family will need for a really memorable Outer Banks vacation. This...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
8/8 - 8/15
$5,931  $6,504
$573 off
9/5 - 9/12
$5,080  $5,559
$479 off
9/17 - 9/24
$4,060  $4,425
$365 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,464  $3,763
$299 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 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...

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. 

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! 

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...