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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...

Our Happy Place

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYour family will appreciate this Corolla Light Villa, centrally located in the heart of Corolla Light with lighthouse vistas! Appreciate all the amenities of Corolla Light including...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

Warren's Sound Retreat

Located in Kill Devil Hills / 6 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathYour family will appreciate this Soundfront home located in the peaceful community of Colington Harbour! Packed with amenities and modern finishes, appreciate handsome teak wood...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
9/1 - 9/8
$2,827  $3,353
$526 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,995  $2,313
$318 off
9/15 - 9/22
$2,827  $3,353
$526 off
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

Seventh Heaven

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal elegance at this spacious 6-bedroom, 6-bath oceanside retreat in the heart of Ocean Sands. Thoughtfully designed for gathering, relaxing, and making memories, this dog-friendly Corolla...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

Tiffy Blue

OCEANFRONT — Kinnakeet Dr., Avon — Yes, you have discovered a jewel of a home - a ideal dream hideaway amidst the sea and stars. TIFFY BLUE is a haven of handsome coastal living just steps away from the shimmering ocean. Park your cars in the...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

Beach Memories 557-A

Put a little Old Nags Head style into your next Outer Banks vacation with Beach Memories. This oceanfront home provides unobstructed ocean views and is conveniently just steps away from beach enjoyment! Relax on the spacious oceanfront decks and...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
11/8 - 11/15
$1,316  $1,416
$100 off
11/22 - 11/29
$2,325  $2,425
$100 off
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

Resting Hearts Main Street

Welcome to Resting Hearts Main Street, a spacious seven-bedroom retreat in the heart of Southern Shores where beach days, family gatherings, and unforgettable Outer Banks vacations come together. Tucked just a short stroll from the ocean via the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

High Tides

Come relax and enjoy this classic cottage in the heart of Duck NC. A short walk, less than 500 feet, will take you to one of the quietest beaches on the Outer Banks, and a short bike ride will take you to the heart of Duck, full of family...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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 choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come to Corolla Light's premier attraction located in Corolla Light Town Center. Your family will love this adventure! 

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 about to their heart’s content. Parties are available for up to 12 kids ages 2 through 6 – bring your own cake. But it’s the other room where the real action is. Arcade games are located just inside the door, then there’s...

Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and adults of all ages can enjoy together. Families flock to Paradise Fun Park for a fun-filled day of putting competition. Grab a scorecard, select a ball and putter and get to the green! Paradise Fun Park offers a challenging variety of putting...

Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course, and more, these fitness activities feature a safe environment for families and groups to make memories while getting their heart rate pumping!

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...

Beach Braids

For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna...

Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts

Old Time Photos on the Outer Banks by Miss Kitty's are Fun, Affordable with a variety of costumes from infant to adult and custom-built sets, there is something for everyone. 

  HWY 12 Amusements in Rodanthe offers family‑friendly fun beyond the beach, with laser tag, a full arcade, bowling, and a striking outdoor climbing wall. Conveniently located on NC Highway 12, it’s a go‑to spot for rainy days...

Destination Fun continues to be a high‑energy favorite for indoor entertainment in Kill Devil Hills, offering a lively break from the beach that appeals to all ages. Located along South Croatan Highway, the longtime Outer Banks attraction has...