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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...

1789 - The Lilly Pad

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2027: All 3 bathrooms being remodeled, Interior being painted, and kitchen remodel. Welcome to The Lilly Pad, your destination for your...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Usquaebach

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Landing Escape to USQUAEBACH, a gorgeous 4,780 sq. ft. home on the tip of Hatteras Island and surrounded by 320-degree vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. Lovingly reimagined by new owners, guests will...

  • Hatteras
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 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...

Sanderling Song

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Come to “Sanderling Song” to escape from the noise and crowded beaches and enjoy the Outer Banks as it should be! Located in Sanderling, a Duck...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

341 | Chillin' Time

Outstanding Semi-Oceanfront Home featuring Wonderful Ocean Views, Private Swimming Pool, and Excellent Access to the Beach (75 Ft. Across Beach Road)! This home is spacious and fully equipped to ensure that everyone in your Family will have a Grand...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

1533 - Sundowner

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!Named after sunsets over the sound, this oceanside property is sure to please. With private pool, hot tub, stunning views of the sound, and more...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

4848 - Sand-N-Geti

MP 4.5. Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Explore the wonders of Kitty Hawk and the beautiful sights and sounds of the beach at Sand-N-Geti. Located just steps from the ocean, this...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

The Salty Dog OCS-39

Spend your vacation in this quaint South Nags Head home at milepost 20.5! With 4 bedrooms, there’s plenty of room for the whole family to spread out. You can even bring your furry family members along as this home is pet friendly. The living room...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 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...

Night climbing starts in June of 2019! FFAP is an Aerial Adventure Park overlooking the beautiful Albemarle Sound. Platforms range from 12 feet to 50 feet high. Climbers take the action into their own hands by choosing to go on the easiest of the...

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...

Nags Head Town Park is nestled among the trees on the edge of Nags Head Woods and offers plenty of space for all types of activities. For kids there’s a playground with swings and slides, and for family and group get-togethers, grills and a...

Outer Banks Pier is one of the few fishing piers still standing on the Outer Banks, and it worth a visit even if you don’t fish. The ocean pier in South Nags Head was first built in 1959, and rebuilt after the Ash Wednesday storm in...

Whalebone Park is a hidden gem nestled along the scenic coastline of Nags Head, North Carolina. This delightful park offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and family-friendly amenities, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and adventure...