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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...

HOOK, LINE AND SINKER

Oceanfront home with cathedral ceiling, and private deck.Level 1:Great room with sitting area. Separate media area, flat screen CATV, Blu-ray & DVD player, media player with radio/CD player and Bluetooth; kitchen; dining area seats 8 - 10; Two...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
10/24 - 10/31
$2,089  $2,357
$268 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,939  $2,207
$268 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,159  $2,207
$48 off
12/26 - 1/2
$2,190  $2,207
$17 off
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

TOP OF THE HILL

Feel like royalty on Top of the Hill in this pastel beauty. Perfect for your furry family member, this Outer Banks rental has a fenced yard and features a private pool. This 4 bedroom, 4 ½ bath home also has a recreation room and wet bar on the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/6 - 9/13
$2,454  $2,941
$487 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,166  $2,604
$438 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,166  $2,604
$438 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,229  $2,604
$375 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,276  $2,604
$328 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,304  $2,604
$300 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,914  $2,119
$205 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,914  $2,119
$205 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,764  $1,968
$204 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,781  $1,968
$187 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,883  $1,968
$85 off
11/22 - 11/29
$1,883  $1,968
$85 off
11/29 - 12/6
$1,883  $1,968
$85 off
12/6 - 12/13
$1,883  $1,968
$85 off
12/13 - 12/20
$1,956  $1,968
$12 off
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

SOUTHERN GROVE

“Southern Grove” is a charming beach cottage offering the perfect blend of classic Outer Banks charm and the modern beach house vibes you've been looking for. Located on the North end of Southern Shores, this quintessential beach retreat offers...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/23 - 8/30
$2,841  $3,115
$274 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,443  $2,716
$273 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,215  $2,513
$298 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,011  $2,227
$216 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,011  $2,227
$216 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,065  $2,227
$162 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,758  $1,828
$70 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,758  $1,828
$70 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,608  $1,678
$70 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,618  $1,678
$60 off
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

009 | Yahweh's Gift

Yahweh’s Gift is an exceptional Oceanfront home that provides sweeping panoramic ocean and beach views, gorgeous décor, and a private, elevated walkway to the beach w/dune top deck. This gem has been completely updated with high-end furnishings...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Mariner's Light KIN-18

Set a course for Mariner's Light! This lovely seven-bedroom home with 100' of oceanfront to enjoy on the sandy shores of Hatteras Island is perfect for your family’s next Outer Banks escape. Everyone is sure to love the panoramic ocean views, the...

  • Avon
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

326 | Moondog's Jam

This adorable Nags Head Oceanfront cottage has a wonderful location that provides excellent Ocean Views from the living room, covered porch, & Oceanfront Sun Deck. Nicely decorated, this classic Outer Banks beach home provides comfort & a...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Sunny Daze 356-B

Enjoy the sounds of the sea and incredible ocean views just steps from the sand at Sunny Daze! With private beach access just outside your back door, you'll never want to stray far from this convenient vacation rental. A private oceanfront deck is...

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

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. 

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...