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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...

4744 - Sandy Beaches

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Sandy Beaches, a stunning vacation home located in the heart of Kitty Hawk, just steps away from the...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

1535 - Captain Jack's

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Escape to Captain Jack’s for a week of adventure and relaxation in Corolla! This beautiful soundfront Outer Banks...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...

7592 - Barefoot Blessings

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy the beauty of wide open beaches in Avon at Barefoot Blessings! With beautiful oceanfront home has panoramic views of the ocean from...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

5852 - Lega Sea

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: All new flooring top level. Located on the oceanfront lies Lega Sea! This charming OBX rental home...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

PLAY ALL DAY

Just five lots back from the beach this home is an easy 175 yard walk to the beach access with no streets to cross. Smart (Streaming) TVs in all rooms to provide all with private space. Located between the Harris Teeter shopping center and the...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
2/22 - 3/1
$1,641  $2,070
$429 off
3/1 - 3/8
$1,641  $2,070
$429 off
3/8 - 3/15
$1,641  $2,070
$429 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,641  $2,070
$429 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,641  $2,070
$429 off
3/29 - 4/5
$2,037  $2,221
$184 off
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

Summer House

Upgrades for 2026 include new LVP floor and all Mid Level bedrooms will have a King Bed. Located in Duck/ 4 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYour family will have many memories from your OBX vacation at the Summer House!  Located on a...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and...

Shoulda' Been Here Yesterday

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomWelcome to the ideal vacation home!  Shoulda' Been Here Yesterday is located in the cozy private community of Crown Point. This refreshed 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom beach home offers a...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
5/2 - 5/9
$1,665  $1,849
$184 off
5/9 - 5/16
$1,665  $1,849
$184 off
5/16 - 5/23
$1,665  $1,849
$184 off
5/23 - 5/30
$1,963  $2,199
$236 off
5/30 - 6/6
$2,112  $2,375
$263 off
6/6 - 6/13
$2,409  $2,724
$315 off
6/20 - 6/27
$3,302  $3,775
$473 off
7/5 - 7/12
$4,045  $4,649
$604 off
7/15 - 7/22
$4,045  $4,649
$604 off
7/26 - 8/2
$4,045  $4,649
$604 off
8/12 - 8/19
$4,045  $4,649
$604 off
8/18 - 8/25
$3,302  $3,775
$473 off
8/25 - 9/1
$3,004  $3,424
$420 off
9/3 - 9/10
$2,409  $2,724
$315 off
9/5 - 9/12
$2,112  $2,375
$263 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,112  $2,375
$263 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,665  $1,849
$184 off
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...