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SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

Lighthouse Way 357-A

This family-friendly 4 bedroom 4 bathroom home at milepost 6.5 in Kill Devil Hills is located right in the heart of shopping, restaurants, and entertainment for the whole family. Decks abound on every level of this immaculate home, complimented by...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Castaway Too Salvo

Located in Salvo | 8 Bedrooms | 6 Full Bathrooms | 2 Half BathroomsRecently refreshed exterior for the 2025 seasonAfter a handsome beach day on the ocean or exploring the Pea Island Wildlife Sanctuary - home to some of the most spectacular vistas...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
5/20 - 5/27
$2,196  $2,496
$300 off
7/13 - 7/20
$8,696  $8,996
$300 off
8/12 - 8/19
$8,696  $8,996
$300 off
8/18 - 8/25
$6,495  $7,495
$1,000 off
8/25 - 9/1
$4,995  $5,995
$1,000 off
9/2 - 9/9
$3,995  $4,995
$1,000 off
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

Honey Bee Hive

Located in Kill Devil Hills/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full BathroomsLocated in the heart of Kill Devil Hills this home is centrally located close to the beach, sound, eateries, grocery and stores!  Walk or drive just one street over to a life guarded public...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Tee Dreams

Available for golf weekends, short weekend rentals. Discounted green fees and priority tee times at the Currituck Golf Club when you book TEE DREAMS!!  Currituck Club amenities include a trolley to the beach in season! Relax and take the shuttle to...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

Wilder By The Sea

Wilder By The Sea Is The Perfect Corolla Vacation Home For Small Families. Wilder By The Sea beckons you to a serene escape, where spacious, sunlit interiors seamlessly merge with the allure of coastal tranquility. At the heart of the living space...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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...

Fay's Sunny Daze

Bring the gang to enjoy a great family-friendly beach vacation at ‘Fay’s Sunny Daze’. Traditional property just across the street from the beach access with views, views and more views! After a day on the beach everyone can cool off in the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Casa Del Sol

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - GA Kohler Ct - As blue as a cloudless sky, CASA DEL SOL evokes serenity with a symphony of breaking waves. Rise with sun or gaze at the stars on one of the open or covered oceanfront decks or simply wander to the ocean...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 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...

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...