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Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Maritime

Located in Corolla/ 6 Bedrooms/ 5 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomContemporary styling and handsome ocean vistas accent this Semi-Oceanfront home in Whalehead Beach. The furnishings and accessories inside the home provide luxury and style with ice...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

CAROLINA WAVES

Overview A wonderful vacation begins at Carolina Waves. Custom built and professionally decorated, this sensational lake front vacation retreat is located in the popular Oceanside community of Ocean Lake in Corolla. Guests in this...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

Turquoise Tides

A great beach hide-a-way in quiet Ocean Crest of Duck Village will melt away your stress and bring your family together for an outstanding beach vacation on the Outer Banks! You will find yourself on a quiet cul-de-sac listening to nature and...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

Top Notch

SEMI-OCEANFRONT - Resort Rodanthe, Unit 15C -Appreciate the unobstructed vistas from the top-level private deck of TOP NOTCH where you can see the ocean over the dunes. The beach is just a fast walk away on the wide private Resort Rodanthe...

  • Rodanthe
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

Rhea of Sunshine

Located in Avon | 2 Bedrooms | 1 Full BathroomThis bright, vibrant, and attractively decorated beach bungalow is a ideal spot for your next Hatteras Island hideaway. Rhea of Sunshine is tucked off the beaten path and located in the historic town of...

  • Avon
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Sound Bound

SOUNDFRONT Waves — NC Hwy. 12 — As the sun dips below SOUND BOUND, the sky ignites in a striking display of crimson and gold. This evening spectacle fuels dreams of tomorrow: a cloudless canvas, gentle breezes, and the ideal conditions to...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Our Happy Place

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYour family will adore this Corolla Light Villa, centrally located in the heart of Corolla Light with lighthouse vistas! Appreciate all the amenities of Corolla Light including their...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...