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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...

Pirate's Paradise 54-D

Welcome to Pirate's Paradise, a bright and fun, nicely decorated vacation retreat that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser! This pet-friendly oceanside home in Corolla is full of family-friendly amenities. Located in the Ocean Sands community near...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

1488 - Sandy Pause

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Pause at the sand in this beautiful, sunny, Oceanside Outer Banks vacation home filled with amenities galore and well suited for families with children...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

5176 - Sandy Bottoms

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Want to live like a local? Head over to Sandy Bottoms! Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, Sandy Bottoms is a 3 bedroom...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

208-A | The Tiger

This Lovely Oceanside Cottage is a Wonderful Choice for the Family Vacation. Peacefully situated in South Nags Head, this home provides easy access to the beach (275 ft. to Beach w/Direct Access & No Roads to Cross), Ocean & Sound Views...

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

Days to Remember

Coming in 2026: private pool, outdoor bar, and cabana. Your hardest decision when staying at this lovely, four-bedroom Outer Banks home will be which of the three decks to start the day on. Work your way down: grab a cup of coffee and head to the...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 36 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

SOLMATE 568

Magnificent ocean views are yours in this oceanfront paradise! SOLMATE is a fully equipped property with beautiful decor, a large recreation room with a pool table and a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, a private pool, and hot tub. The...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Worth The Wait

Allowing Flex Stays with a 3 nighttime minimum for the 2025 season. New to the rental market as of July 1, 2025! Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYour family will adore this villa in the heart of Corolla Light...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.

You haven’t been to the Outer Banks if you haven’t been to a fishing pier, and Nags Head Fishing Pier is as authentic as they come. One of the oldest and longest surviving piers on the barrier islands, this is a great place to take the...

 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...