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Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Winds Up

SOUNDFRONT Avon - Bluefish Ct. - At the end of an intimate cul-de-sac, WINDS UP is the final ideal vacation home. A few steps from the sound with a private dock for windsurfing and watersports, you’re surrounded by water and nature. You won’t...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

Boreas

SOUNDSIDE Rodanthe — NC Hwy 12 — This semi-soundfront home is located next door to Aeolus #165 on Windy Point, one of North Hatteras' best kiteboarding/windsurfing sites. It has direct sound access, and the shore is only 60 yards away. Inside...

  • Rodanthe
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

Above the Tide

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here. Welcome to the Yachtsman!Head on down past the South 12 junction in Nags Head to find the Yachtsman Condos at Milepost 17: an oceanfront community...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

1320 - Blue Pearl

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Blue Pearl is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Outer Banks vacation rental located in the heart of Corolla. This soundside retreat has everything you...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

287 | Tapped Out

Tapped Out – Nags Head Oceanfront HomeStep into your dream oceanfront getaway! This exceptional Nags Head home combines top-quality craftsmanship, high-end finishes, and stylish furnishings for a stay that’s as comfortable as it is...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

1329 - The Sun Setter

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! The Sun Setter has everything you need to make the most out of your Outer Banks vacation! This cozy 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom vacation rental is...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Casa Bella

Casa Bella offers something for everyone! Leisurely stroll to the beach, a short walk to the picturesque village of Duck for shopping and restaurants, easy access to the bike path, and more. Casa Bella is pet-friendly and welcomes you and all your...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...