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OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

A Perfect Escape WHL-110

A Perfect Escape is a gorgeous oceanside home, offering direct beach access only 250 feet away - closer than many semi-oceanfront homes! Enjoy Corolla's beautiful beaches in a pristine residential setting. Allow the surf to splash at your feet and...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

SOUTHERN COMFORT IN DUCK

This home is located in the heart of the Village of Duck, 500 yards from private beach access (with parking). Each of the six bedrooms is uniquely decorated and offers a private bath and deck. The private pool, keeps the whole family entertained...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
5/30 - 6/6
$4,927  $5,569
$642 off
6/27 - 7/4
$7,829  $8,257
$428 off
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

SHEARWATERS NEST

Plan the perfect family getaway to this adorable beach cottage. Enjoy the peaceful serenity of the secluded and private backyard with pool and hot tub.This home is all on one level! The Great room has a  46" flat screen,CATV and Blu-ray player...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5/2 - 5/9
$1,732  $1,971
$239 off
6/13 - 6/20
$3,051  $3,338
$287 off
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

DOLPHIN WATCH

Ahoy me hearties, hoist the mainsail and set course for “Dolphin Watch” , a brand new haven where pirates and Commodores can parlay and parlee, over a glass of grog.Swashbuckling fun and naval history take us back to a time when The Black Pearl...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
6/5 - 6/12
$9,001  $9,961
$960 off
6/12 - 6/19
$9,771  $10,504
$733 off
6/26 - 7/3
$10,963  $11,606
$643 off
7/3 - 7/10
$11,449  $11,606
$157 off
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...

Beaches N Breezes

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. - It can all be BEACHES N BREEZES on your vacation. This freshly modernized home is located in a peaceful neighborhood where visitors riding bicycles or walking their dog on the street is a common sight and miles of...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

3186 - The Gathering Place

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Come together at The Gathering Place where you can see and hear the waves crashing on the beach in this 3rd Floor condo with a fantastic view...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Boss's Playhouse

Bypass check-in at the office and proceed directly to the home at designated check-in time with the convenience of keyless entry!  This spacious home offers the perfect floor plan for families. Keyless entry on the ground level provides easy access...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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.

Ocracoke Island Lighthouse

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...

Cedar Island Ferry

Experienced Outer Banks travelers attest that a local ferry ride either to or from the barrier island shorelines is a huge part of the fun, and a relaxing 2.25 hour cruise across the Pamlico Sound is certainly a welcome diversion for many road-weary...