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The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

5138 - Wylie's Beach Oasis

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Wylie's Beach Oasis has everything you and your family need to enjoy the Outer Banks in style! Located on the soundside of Kill Devil Hills, the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Happy Crab 444

Happy Crab is the perfect retreat for your Outer Banks family vacation, located a short walk (only 600 feet) from the beautiful beaches of Nags Head! The beach is just across the road via the semi-private beach access just south of the Surfside...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

667 | Seaview

For 2026: Owner will replace the living room furniture. For 2025: Owner updated the half bath, replaced three queen beds, had a new, fortified roof and new windows installed. Outstanding Ocean and Sound Views and Direct Access to the Beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

WHAT WERE WE THINKING

“What were we thinking?” is a four bedroom semi-oceanfront home located just two lots from the community beach access in Southern Shores. Enjoy the short walk or bike ride to nearby shopping, restaurants and the beach. Speaking of the beach –...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/28 - 7/5
$6,330  $7,357
$1,027 off
7/5 - 7/12
$6,330  $7,357
$1,027 off
8/16 - 8/23
$4,470  $5,169
$699 off
8/23 - 8/30
$4,298  $4,966
$668 off
9/6 - 9/13
$3,423  $3,937
$514 off
9/20 - 9/27
$3,043  $3,506
$463 off
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...

SOUTHERN OAKS HIDEAWAY

Welcome to our little retirement home in the perfect location! Start your vacation the right way—arrive on Friday and spend your weekend relaxing at the beach instead of sitting in traffic. With one less day of travel stress, you can ease into...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
6/19 - 6/26
$3,801  $4,199
$398 off
6/26 - 7/3
$3,895  $4,199
$304 off
7/3 - 7/10
$3,839  $4,431
$592 off
7/10 - 7/17
$3,980  $4,431
$451 off
7/17 - 7/24
$3,895  $4,431
$536 off
8/7 - 8/14
$3,506  $4,431
$925 off
8/21 - 8/28
$2,835  $3,685
$850 off
9/4 - 9/11
$2,164  $2,656
$492 off
9/11 - 9/18
$1,906  $2,369
$463 off
9/18 - 9/25
$1,906  $2,174
$268 off
9/25 - 10/2
$1,568  $2,174
$606 off
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

Forever Sunshine

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Vista Dr. - FOREVER SUNSHINE and memorable moments can be found at this attractively-decorated beach home located across a peaceful cul de sac from the beach, with the convenient community boardwalk just one lot away...

  • Waves
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

Gone With The Wind

Welcome to Gone With The Wind, a classic Outer Banks beach retreat where relaxed coastal living meets comfort, space, and a peaceful setting. Tucked away on a quiet street and just 325 yards from the beach, this inviting home is perfect for families...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...