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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...

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
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...

685 | Almost Perfect

This lovely Kitty Hawk Semi-Oceanfront home provides all the ingredients for a great stay on the Outer Banks. Fantastic Ocean Views, Direct Access to the Beach, Rec. Room, Private Swimming Pool and Hot Tub for your vacation pleasure. The design of...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

High Tides, Good Vibes

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Tarpon Dr. — HIGH TIDES, GOOD VIBES is a handsome place for your family to settle into the rhythm of calming and rejuvenating. This home is appealingly located near the sound for fantastic sunset vistas, and only a five-min...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

Sunshine House

Spend your beach vacation in sunny, bright, and cheery “Sunshine House”. More like a home than a vacation rental, it has been tastefully updated with a coastal ambiance and will have a brand new private pool in 2023. Enjoy relaxing in the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

Latitude Adjustment

Latitude Adjustment sounds like the perfect coastal getaway! The tasteful décor and amenities make it an inviting retreat for families seeking relaxation and fun. The spacious living room, complete with a fireplace and vaulted ceilings, provides a...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

Let's Do Sunset

“Let’s Do Sunset” is the perfect name for this adorable cottage! Boasting a great pool area with Tiki Bar and sparkling pool, the sunset views from the rooftop deck are absolutely breathtaking! Rent bikes or bring your own, because this...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

CAROLINA SUNRISE

Bright and airy home on beautiful and conveniently located Circle Drive. Spacious pool deck in private treed area. Three levels of sun and shaded decks. Lighted rooftop deck with 360 degree views.Level 1:3 bedrooms (1 with Queen, CATV, and private...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
2/20 - 2/27
$1,362  $1,721
$359 off
2/27 - 3/6
$1,362  $1,721
$359 off
3/6 - 3/13
$1,362  $1,721
$359 off
3/13 - 3/20
$1,362  $1,721
$359 off
3/20 - 3/27
$1,362  $1,721
$359 off
3/27 - 4/3
$1,615  $1,872
$257 off
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...

Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Visitors to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands will simultaneously be visiting the gorgeous Cape Hatteras National Seashore. One of the largest preserved parcels of the Outer Banks, the National Seashore stretches across 70 miles of shoreline...

Ocean bottom or Gulf Stream fishing on the Carolina-style charter boat is the only boat licensed and built to take up to 27 passengers per Gulf Stream Charter. Fish for tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, king mackerel, blue marlin, white marlin or sailfish...