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Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

Papa Duck 115-F

Papa Duck is a spacious 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath oceanside retreat located in the desirable Duck Ridge Shores community in Duck. Enjoy beautiful sunset views from every deck, along with a private 16x20 pool, a 5-person hot tub, an elevator that accesses...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

SOUND REFLECTIONS

Check out this soundside vacation rental in Corolla, NC! It’s loaded from top to bottom with the latest appliances, modern styling, and a truly unique charm. “Sound Reflections” is a sure bet to please everyone on your Outer Banks vacation...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/16 - 8/23
$2,417  $2,990
$573 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,251  $2,816
$565 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,004  $2,469
$465 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,947  $2,295
$348 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,717  $2,030
$313 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,717  $2,030
$313 off
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...

Dune Crest

Wake up to stunning, golden sunrises over the Atlantic and the unforgettable sight of dolphins gliding just offshore at this pet-friendly oceanfront retreat in the sought-after Southern Shores community of the Outer Banks. Designed for memorable...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

The Blue Heron

This home has everything from 'sun-sational' Sunsets to Sunrises from your Private Decks. Hot Tub and Private Pool, Access to the Near by Community Pool and Tennis Court. Take advantage of your proximity to Oregon Inlet Fishing Center for the BEST...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

636 | All Duck'd Out

Located on the Oceanside, your family will love the convenience of being within easy walking distance of the beach in Duck. The Beach is just 300 yards away w/direct access and a sound access is within close proximity. The Village of Duck offers a...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

Diamond Dunes DSB-103

Enjoy oceanfront living along the beautiful beaches of South Nags Head at Diamond Dunes!Located just 50 feet from the beach, Diamond Dunes is a modern, single-level 1st level unit within the Diamond Shoals Condominiums, located at milepost 17. The...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Don't Be Shellfish 161-A

Relax in luxury at Don't Be Shellfish, a stunning oceanfront vacation home! Be the lucky one to experience all of the endless amenities in this custom-built home, conveniently located in the quaint Village of Duck, near shopping, restaurants, local...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
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...

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...