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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...

Sunset Royale

Boasting unparalleled sound and sunset views, this house nestled in the trees is the perfect sound front retreat. Views of the sound in every direction from the open great-room on the top level make this the perfect spot to watch Sanderling's famous...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

Foster

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Welcome to “Foster” located in South Nags Head! Your family will love this bright, cheery property with ocean views located in convenient South Nags...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

754 | Barefoot Trader

Barefoot Trader is an exceptional Kitty Hawk semi-ocean front home that features Fantastic Ocean Views, direct beach access, and beautiful décor throughout. A wonderful vacation choice for your family, all are sure to enjoy the Private Swimming...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
8/2 - 8/8
$7,495  $8,795
$1,300 off
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

SERENITY

Overview Looking for a quiet refuge from the daily grind? Lose yourself in the easygoing yet refined ambience of Serenity, a tranquil home that puts your comfort first. Curl up in the ship's watch to enjoy the panorama of ocean and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
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...

880 | Nexta Sea

Outstanding ocean views, bright décor w/nautical themes, Nexta Sea is a lovely home that is nicely decorated, very well-equipped and offers a well-furnished sun deck all located just steps from the beach. Your family will be thrilled with the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
7/5 - 7/11
$4,995  $5,595
$600 off
7/19 - 7/25
$4,995  $5,595
$600 off
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...

THE SEA SWEET

Overview Leave the ordinary behind and trade in your suits for swimwear with a visit to The Sea Sweet, a six bedroom Corolla home in the Village of Ocean Hill. Featuring six bedrooms (three of which have private baths, deck access, and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

Patro Cottage 153

Nestled in the desirable Duck Ridge Shores community, Patro Cottage is a warm and inviting beach retreat perfect for your classic Outer Banks getaway. Located on the oceanside, this charming cottage offers the best of both worlds—just a short...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

You’ll find Causeway Waters Sports on the beautiful Roanoke Sound on the Causeway between Nags Head and Manteo, just past Whalebone Junction. This family outdoor activity center offers parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wave runners and...

Kitty Hawk Kites’ Whalebone Watersports Center is your one-stop shop for Outer Banks water adventures. Located on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway right on Roanoke Sound, this location offers it all – dolphin watching cruises with a marine...

Outer Banks Horseback is a rental service specializing in guided beach horseback rides. We genuinely have a passion and love to horseback ride. Our ability to do it on the beach is something everyone in this world should experience. We strive to...

The Outer Banks Family YMCA is a great place for all ages. Programming offered for children, teens, and adults to stay active in mind, body, or spirit. Though COVID-19 restrictions may currently limit the use of the YMCA facility, outdoor fitness...

One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s.  Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his world-renowned boards have been ridden by...

 There are few locales on the Outer Banks where multiple roads cross paths, and Whalebone Junction is one of the main intersections along this barrier island shoreline. The term refers to the area in South Nags Head where three major highways...