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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...

NHBIEV Nags Head Beach Inn & Event Venue

Welcome to Nags Head Beach Inn & Event Venue by KEES Vacations New for 2026: Village Beach Club included with your stay! Placed in the heart of Nags Head, just off the beach road at milepost 10.5, this historic inn & event venue offers 7...

  • Nags Head
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

Off Task

Welcome to Off Task, where views meet location in perfect harmony! Immerse yourself in the extraordinary charm of this newly listed vacation home, inviting you to experience a retreat like no other. Perched on one of the highest points in the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Sunsets in Rodanthe

OCEANSIDE Rodanthe — S. Holiday Blvd. — What can possibly surpass catching the sun emerging from the ocean to signal the start of another striking day? How about the way it descends into the sound in a blaze of deep hues as the evening takes...

  • Rodanthe
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
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...

Island Time Paradise

SOUND FRONT Buxton — NC HWY 12 — That dream of gathering your extended family or closest friends for a hideaway that forges forever memories? It’s time. In fact, it’s ISLAND TIME PARADISE, an eight-bedroom/eight- and three-half-bath home...

  • Buxton
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

Island Dawn

SOUNDFRONT Avon — Island Creek Ct. — Let the sun rise one extraordinary day after another at ISLAND DAWN, a four-bedroom/four- and one-half-bath home in the peaceful community of Island Creek. Begin your journey toward serenity by relishing...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

029 | Sun Up

Tastefully decorated in a casual yet elegant style, this fantastic townhome is a true Outer Banks gem featuring Outstanding Ocean Views & a level of comfort that will keep you coming back year after year. Spacious & comfortable with tile...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Let the Good Tides Roll EE-104

Let the Good Tides Roll at this breathtaking semi-oceanfront retreat in Nags Head! Just 980 feet from the nearest beach access, this spacious and well-appointed home offers top-tier amenities, stylish interiors, and a prime location for the ultimate...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 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...