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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Carolina Breeze 235-A

Just a short walk to the beach, Carolina Breeze is a lovely 4 bedroom 2 bath oceanside beach cottage in Kitty Hawk. Located on a small side street, Carolina Breeze is in a great location with access to the beach within a few hundred feet. You will...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Fitz's Wave Watcher

Located in Kill Devil Hills/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms"Fitz's Wave Watcher" is located at Mile Post 5. Come savor a sun deck with unobstructed, exceptional ocean view and just steps away from the ocean with direct beach access. Close to...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
6/30 - 7/7
$2,756  $3,347
$591 off
8/10 - 8/17
$3,052  $3,347
$295 off
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...

Clear Skies

Clear Skies is located on a private cul-de-sac nestled between the ocean and the sound. The beautifully landscaped yard is adjacent to a fenced nature pond for guests' enjoyment. Use the beach cart to carry all your toys to the ocean which is just...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

Sunrise Surprise

"Sunrise Surprise" offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, prime location, and breathtaking beauty. This thoughtfully designed home is spacious, modern, and inviting, providing the perfect setting for relaxation and memorable moments. Nestled in the...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

CB17 - Hang on Sloopy

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Hang On Sloopy, Sloopy hang on! Nestled in the Villas at Corolla Bay community, Hang On Sloopy is the perfect getaway for your next Outer Banks...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Sea Song

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsYour family will surely be "singing" the praises of this well-maintained home with it's bright, beachy colors and coastal decor. Located just mins. to Corolla stores and eateries and just a short walk...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

4214 - Endless Summer

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Endless Summer is your next vacation destination. Located in Duck, this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...