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Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

318 | Dunes South - Unit O

This lovely Oceanfront home is bright, cheerful and simply fantastic! The décor is upscale throughout w/vinyl plank flooring, extra deep chair and love seat, pub table w/padded over-sized stools; and refinished dining table. Bedding is top of the...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
6/21 - 6/27
$2,495  $3,995
$1,500 off
7/5 - 7/11
$2,995  $3,495
$500 off
7/12 - 7/18
$2,995  $3,495
$500 off
7/19 - 7/25
$2,995  $3,495
$500 off
7/26 - 8/1
$2,995  $3,495
$500 off
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish...

PELICAN PIER

“Pelican Pier” is in the Town of Southern Shores and is situated on a large lot providing a private surrounding for you and your family to relax. Spend time splashing away at the home’s private saltwater swimming pool or take a short walk to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
6/14 - 6/21
$4,457  $5,106
$649 off
7/19 - 7/26
$5,353  $5,606
$253 off
8/16 - 8/23
$4,048  $4,099
$51 off
8/23 - 8/30
$3,681  $3,845
$164 off
8/30 - 9/6
$3,060  $3,338
$278 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,958  $3,084
$126 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,714  $2,747
$33 off
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...

WS-2 | Casa Del Abuelos

Welcome to Whispering Sands Townhomes, nestled in the heart of Nags Head. This charming community offers seasonal access to a refreshing community pool and, best of all, direct access to the beach. Casa Del Abuelos, in particular, boasts a...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 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...

Redemption

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - NC Hwy. 12 - REDEMPTION is one of the tallest homes in Rodanthe giving it a unique perspective from its decks. Feel elegant vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and sunset vistas over the sound, striking beach access - just steps from...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

SEA AND EASE

Enjoy superb ocean views and great beach access from this 4,000 plus square foot stunning home featuring designer interior. 2,000 plus square feet of decking offers ample Polywood furniture for unparalleled outdoor comfort and enjoyment! Experience...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
6/5 - 6/12
$6,379  $7,460
$1,081 off
6/12 - 6/19
$7,952  $8,836
$884 off
6/26 - 7/3
$8,963  $9,749
$786 off
7/17 - 7/24
$9,618  $9,749
$131 off
8/28 - 9/4
$5,374  $5,627
$253 off
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...

Stella Maris

This property was a Featured Home for HGTV's Beach Hunters Season 4, Episode 4Let the fun begin! Bring your “Stella Maris” to this 7-Bedroom oceanfront with Private Pool, 3 Masters, and amazing ocean views! Enjoy lazy days on the beach with...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Windjammer

Step into Windjammer, a timeless oceanfront escape where Kitty Hawk's charm meets endless horizons. Wake to the sound of waves, sip coffee on wraparound porches, and let sea breezes carry your cares away. With panoramic views from sun and shade...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

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...

Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at (877) 359-8447

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 choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

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...

Beach Braids

For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna...

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...

Climb Aboard the Crystal Dawn Head Boat and Enjoy an Awesome Day of Head Boat Fishing or an Amazing Sunset Cruise! Bring the Whole Family! Fish for a variety of species, including spot, croaker, flounder, grey trout, speckled trout...