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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 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

Timberly II

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomBreak complimentary from cookie-cutter getaways and immerse yourself in sound front bliss at Timberly II, a gracious 5 BR, 4 ½ BA getaway tucked among towering pines at 914 Monteray...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

4 Paws Inn 411-B

4 Paws Inn is a family and pet-friendly house located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Nags Head. This house provides the best of both worlds, located only 700 feet from a beach access and across the highway from the hiking trails of Nags Head...

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

Turtle Box

Upgrades for 2026 will include 2 new beach chaise loungers and a new gas grille. Located in Corolla/ 3 Bedroom / 2 Full BathroomsYour family will adore this home located close to the beach, eateries and shopping in the heart of Corolla! Ground...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

6301 - Dolphins & Dunes

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  New for 2025: All New Mattresses!  Dolphins & Dunes is a charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom oceanfront Nags Head rental ready for you and your...

  • Nags Head
  • 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...

5812 - Casa Del Sol

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Look no further for the perfect OBX vacation home; Casa Del Sol has it all! This 4 bedroom home is located in South...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 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...

5452 - Sea Captain's Cottage

BEACH GEAR INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! ON THE BEACH!!! Just north of the Nags Head Fishing Pier and offering the best seat in the house for watching the Fourth of...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

7674 - The Sweet Escape

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: All New Kitchen Appliances, Brand New Kitchen Cabinets, New Kitchen Island and Counter Tops, New Living Room Furniture, New...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms

Springer's Point is a gorgeous nature preserve with a legendary past. Populated for centuries, and open to the public, this small parcel of Ocracoke Island is one of the last undeveloped sections of land on the island, and thanks to extensive...