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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...

Jolly Octopus

Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYour family will adore this vacation spot offering a huge fenced grassy lawn with private pool. Unwind in the sizable screened porch in the evenings that offers plenty of seating...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Sea Glass Shack

Bring the whole crew to The Sea Glass Shack, a welcoming, pet-friendly getaway in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. Kids will love nearby parks with playgrounds and splash pads, while parents can relax on the wraparound porch after a day of beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Southern Paws

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Take a break at “Southern Paws” with your family! Outstanding lakeside property and only a short walk to the beach! Enjoy the beautiful kitchen...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

The Love Shack 492-A

Guests will love the convenient location of this bright and spacious home, just 550 ft from the beach!Cool off in the private pool (14x26) or take to the covered decks to enjoy the ocean views in the shade. There is also a hot tub, ideal for melting...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
7/26 - 8/2
$7,928  $9,055
$1,127 off
8/16 - 8/23
$6,470  $7,970
$1,500 off
8/23 - 8/30
$6,110  $7,237
$1,127 off
9/6 - 9/13
$4,492  $4,842
$350 off
9/13 - 9/20
$4,234  $4,584
$350 off
9/20 - 9/27
$4,247  $4,597
$350 off
10/4 - 10/11
$3,096  $3,446
$350 off
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

Sounds Good

SOUNDFRONT Buxton - Rocky Rollison Rd. - On a clear day you can see forever, or at least as far as Avon from the smartly refreshed SOUNDS GOOD, a four-bedroom/three- and one-half-bath home perched on Pamlico Sound. Ideal for both watersport...

  • Buxton
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

A Stone's Throw BIS-216

A Stone's Throw is an upstairs, corner, poolside unit with great views of both the ocean and the pool! The large furnished deck is the perfect place to relax and reflect on your unforgettable OBX vacation. Newly furnished, A Stone's Throw has...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
7/4 - 7/11
$3,742  $4,242
$500 off
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

026 | Sea Blessings

Sea Blessings is a comfortable Beach Cottage conveniently located in Kitty Hawk that offers a short walk to the Ocean. Traditional in both design and decor, this cottage is tucked within a stand of lovely Live Oak trees that provide shade and...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
7/5 - 7/11
$1,895  $2,195
$300 off

A popular spot for years with island residents and locals alike, The Flying Melon Café is known for its distinctive blend of Creole and Southern cuisine that’s amplified with a collection of locally and regionally sourced fresh...

Located in the center of Ocracoke village, Dajio showcases the best of local ingredients in a fresh and distinctive menu that borrows inspiration from the heart of the island. With a mouth-watering array of brunch, lunch, and dinner items, food fans...

A legendary Ocracoke spot since 1991, Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant continues to be a favorite destination for longtime visitors thanks to its fun and engaging atmosphere, huge selection of post-beach worthy drinks, and delicious fare that...

Though oysters are naturally always on the menu, Ocracoke Oyster Company offers a lot more than locally sourced seafood, and their menu is brimming with exceptional fare that can satisfy the largest of appetites. Located in the heart of Ocracoke...

Feast on a distinct variety of small plates and appetizers at this unique eatery that’s tucked away in one of Ocracoke’s newest and more popular hang-out spots, the 1718 Brewery.  Plum Pointe Kitchen offers an extensive menu of...

SmacNally’s Raw Bar & Grill boasts the “best damn burger in Ocracoke” and “Food so good, it’ll make ya wanna smack yo mama.”Located right on Silver Lake in the heart of Ocracoke Village, it’s a place...