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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...

Costa Del Mar

SOUNDSIDE Salvo — N. Sand Dollar Ct. — New for 2026! — Imagine a place where golden sunsets paint the sky every evening, and the only thing on your family's agenda is deciding between a poolside beverage or a movie marathon. Now make it a...

  • Salvo
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

7200 - Better Surf Than Sorry

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Better Surf Than Sorry, an oceanside retreat located in the charming town of Salvo on Hatteras Island...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Hook, Wine & Sinker 389

Hook, Wine and Sinker is a perfect coastal retreat the entire family will enjoy! Located on the Beach Road in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, this charming vacation home features ocean views, spacious and tastefully decorated bedrooms, an elevator, a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Jack's Hideout

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Peaceful Soundfront LocationWelcome to Jack’s Hideout, a tucked-away retreat on the sound in Kill Devil Hills. This quiet setting is perfect for...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

869 | Bali-Hai

"Bali-Hai" is an exceptional family beach home that boasts great Ocean Views, spacious living areas, large decks & a warm & inviting character that will make you feel right at home. Situated on 2 ocean-front lots, your family will be...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

DOUBLE CHAI

Just a short (440 yards) walk to the beach and to great Duck shopping, park and restaurants (4/10 mile), this house is twice the life and twice the fun. New pool deck increasing size of pool area with privacy fence and more room for grilling. ...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Skipper's Gig

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Mirlo Beach - Located just one lot back from the ocean with simple beach access and four levels of decks with ample wooden deck furnishings. Set sail for your Hatteras Island vacation at SKIPPER'S GIG. Captains and mates...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms

The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...

Ocracoke Working Watermen's Association is a charming hub nestled in the heart of Ocracoke, where locals and visitors alike can immerse themselves in the island's vibrant maritime heritage. This unique establishment celebrates the rich history and...