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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...

FIVE O CLOCK SOMEWHERE

Relax and enjoy every special moment that you and your family spend in this 3,600 square foot, five bedroom, upscale home. A beautifully appointed home with wonderful views, Five O’Clock Somewhere sits on a spacious lot (2/3 acre) in one of the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
9/6 - 9/13
$2,553  $3,048
$495 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,300  $2,754
$454 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,300  $2,754
$454 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,414  $2,754
$340 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,082  $2,326
$244 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,105  $2,326
$221 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,955  $2,176
$221 off
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

K6401 Hatteras Retreat Oceanfront 7 Bedr...

Welcome to Hatteras Retreat by KEES Vacations! This home reopened in June 2026 with a new pool, hot tub, and oceanfront location! Buxton experienced erosion in late 2025, subsequently, this home has been moved from its original location to a new...

  • Buxton
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

432 | Swell Shack

Nags Head-Semi-Oceanfront. Enjoy this outstanding vacation home that provides everything your family will want in an Outer Banks get-a-way. Beautiful Décor, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, ELEVATOR, Ocean to Sound Views and...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

OBX Time KIN-37

Welcome to OBX Time, a luxurious vacation retreat nestled in the prestigious Kinnakeet Shores subdivision in Avon. This exquisite home offers the perfect blend of elegance and comfort along with captivating ocean views, all just a short walk to the...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
9/19 - 9/26
$3,449  $4,149
$700 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,355  $3,055
$700 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,355  $3,055
$700 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,355  $3,055
$700 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,661  $3,361
$700 off
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

KNOCK ON WOOD

Location, location . . . directly across from the beach access with terrific ocean views. This lovely cottage has a unique decor that combines antique and contemporary touches.Level 1:Living room with gas fireplace, flat screen TV and hardwood...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/21 - 8/28
$1,972  $2,455
$483 off
9/4 - 9/11
$1,688  $2,006
$318 off
9/11 - 9/18
$1,502  $1,770
$268 off
9/25 - 10/2
$1,502  $1,770
$268 off
10/9 - 10/16
$1,569  $1,770
$201 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,348  $1,473
$125 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,198  $1,323
$125 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,198  $1,323
$125 off
11/27 - 12/4
$1,306  $1,323
$17 off
12/4 - 12/11
$1,271  $1,323
$52 off
12/11 - 12/18
$1,271  $1,323
$52 off
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

Salted Skyline

Go North OR South from the Southern Shores/Kitty Hawk SplitExpand your horizon on the Outer Banks at Salted Skyline! This 5 bedroom rental home is located just north of the NC12 split, only minutes from the Wright Memorial Bridge, convenient...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

K9400 Waveney Cottage

Welcome to Waveney Cottage by KEES Vacations Situated on the waterfront of the Albemarle Sound, this is not your average beach home. Surrounded by acres of lush forest on a private road with beautiful landscaping, this home is ideal for a visit to...

  • Point Harbor
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three unique landmarks—The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Whalehead in Historic Corolla ,the Currituck Maritime Museum and the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Outdoor activities such as fishing, crabbing and kayaking the Currituck Sound are...

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Duck Town Park & Boardwalk

Duck Town Park provides a playground for all seasons and more. Its 11 acres consist of a mix of Maritime Forest, willow swamp, open lawn with amphitheatre and picnic shelters, all sitting next to the lovely shallow waters of scenic Currituck Sound...

Whalehead in Historic Corolla

The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...

Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

Sandy Run Park

Sandy Run Park leads its visitors through the heart of Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve, one of the largest maritime forests remaining in North Carolina. Completed in two phases, the park now encompasses 1600 acres of marshland, waterways and...