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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...

Even Flow 94

A flow of positive energy comes from this Hatteras Island beach cottage. Just a few houses down from the oceanfront in the heart of Buxton, this home is close to the beach, shops, restaurants, and the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. A paved...

  • Buxton
  • 3 Bedrooms
Vacasa Outer Banks

With over 800 vacation rentals and all your wish-list amenities, Vacasa has vacation rentals for every group and budget. Browse all rentals, including pet-friendly homes, homes with pools, and oceanfront rentals. Our local team is dedicated to...

039 | CoaShella

This Kitty Hawk Oceanfront Cottage provides exceptional Ocean and Beach views along w/lovely decor and quality furnishings. With steps that lead directly from the sun deck down to the beach, this home is sure to be a hit with your group. Enjoy...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

424 | Wright On

This Outstanding Nags Head Semi-Oceanfront home offers Great Ocean Views and is conveniently located within Easy Walking Distance of the Beach (250 ft. North Across Beach Road). The Reverse Floor Plan maximizes the Ocean Views. This Vacation Home...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Resort Realty

For more than 30 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 550 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite...

Saltspray Sunrise

Located in Corolla/ 8 Bedrooms/ 7 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomLuxurious Oceanfront 8-bedroom home in Ocean Sands, section F. Your every comfort has been considered to create the ultimate vacation experience for you and your family. Sensational...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

Dream Weaver 137

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Dream Weaver, a stunning oceanside retreat nestled in the charming town of Duck. With its prime location just a short 650-foot stroll to the nearest beach access, you'll find yourself immersed in the beauty...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

AV138 Windy Dunes 138

Welcome to Windy Dunes! If you are looking for a cozy oceanfront retreat, you've come to the right spot. Located on the popular Ocean View Drive in Avon, this beach escape offers endless panoramic views of the pristine Cape Hatteras National...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
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...

OCEAN LUXE

Overview Relax, escape, and indulge. When you arrive at Ocean Luxe, you will immediately be transported to a vacation state of mind. This exceptional 21-bedroom home is an oceanfront estate located directly on the beautiful beaches of the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • 21.5 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. 

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

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...