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Week of October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Saturday, October 10th
ocracoke

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society in celebrating Ocracoke heritage with its rich history and continuing tradition of working on the water with this unique festival that made its grand debut in 2023. Held on the grounds of the Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum, this festival will celebrate these traditions with booths and exhibits with the watermen themselves, as well as plenty of food and fun to go around.

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Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Oct 17

October 17, 2026

The Outer Banks Seafood Festival is rapidly becoming one of the highlights of the fall season, with plenty of fresh seafood, storytelling, and activities to keep everyone fully entertained. This all-day event takes place at the waterfront Event Site...

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...

BENTWOOD SOUTH

Discover Bentwood South, a captivating beach house atop the highest dunes in Southern Shores and within walking distance of the ocean and Duck. With its deck offering unrivaled Sound views and sunsets, this five-bedroom retreat sleeps nine or ten in...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
10/3 - 10/10
$1,817  $2,060
$243 off
10/10 - 10/17
$1,817  $2,060
$243 off
10/17 - 10/24
$1,509  $1,697
$188 off
10/24 - 10/31
$1,509  $1,697
$188 off
10/31 - 11/7
$1,509  $1,547
$38 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,359  $1,547
$188 off
11/14 - 11/21
$1,431  $1,547
$116 off
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Beach Angel

Welcome to Beach Angel, a beautiful oceanside retreat in Corolla’s popular Ocean Sands community, just a short 100-yard stroll to the beach! With a bright and open floor plan and thoughtful amenities throughout, this well-maintained home is...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

Owl's Nest

Discover Owl's Nest, a cozy coastal retreat tucked in a peaceful neighborhood. Wake to soft breezes, savor coffee on the deck, and let the quiet charm of this home slow your pace. Skylights fill the space with natural light, creating a warm and...

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

Sea Turtle OCS-61

Located in the charming setting of South Nags Head with easy beach access (approx. 600' away), Sea Turtle is a well-appointed home, perfect for entertaining the whole family while on vacation, featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The beautiful...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

PARADISE SOUTH

“Paradise South” is an escape to paradise at this stunning 5-bedroom oceanfront vacation rental in Southern Shores. Dip your toes in the Atlantic and melt away your stress. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises over the ocean and spend your days...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
9/26 - 10/3
$3,356  $4,081
$725 off
10/3 - 10/10
$3,356  $4,081
$725 off
10/10 - 10/17
$3,356  $4,081
$725 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,765  $3,218
$453 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,804  $3,068
$264 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,701  $3,068
$367 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,792  $3,068
$276 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,847  $3,068
$221 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,792  $3,068
$276 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,957  $3,068
$111 off
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

SUNNY SPOT

Located oceanside on a corner lot with a private pool and direct beach access only two blocks away.  Close to restaurants, grocery, shops, movie theater and recreation area.Level 1:4 bedrooms (1 with 2 Bunk sets and TV; 1 with Twins, TV; 1 with...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/20 - 9/27
$1,557  $1,911
$354 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...

Beaucuda 532-B

Beaucuda is a well-maintained and well-furnished retreat located at Milepost 18 in South Nags Head.Located on a small private street near milepost 18, you are close to great shopping and dining, while away from the hustle and bustle of the main...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms