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Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck Parasail is the only company running a FLEET of US Coast Guard Certified and Inspected 12 passenger Ocean Pros on the Outer Banks, with boats leaving from the North Beach (Currituck) Lighthouse, Corolla, and Duck.

Pollock

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at this charming townhouse in Buxton, NC. With a prime location near the ocean, this dog-friendly property offers stunning ocean views and access to community pools for a refreshing dip during your stay. This townhouse is equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable vacation, including a washer/dryer, central AC, internet, and a fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances. Relax on the patio with a cool drink, or unwind in the spacious living area with cable TV and wireless internet. With accommodations for up to six guests, this townhouse features cozy bedrooms with plush linens and a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of nearby attractions and outdoor activities, making it the perfect retreat for a relaxing beach vacation in Buxton, NC. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories by the ocean! This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.2 dogs welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

  • Buxton
  • 3 Bedrooms
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and providing us with an abundant amount of shells , fish and sealife to see. We offer an array of adventures. We love to snorkel, clam, take a tour around the old village creeks. We take the kiddos on a hermit crab adventure and take you to find some sea glass. If you've wanted to find your very own shark tooth, we even have a spot to look for those. If you like bird watching, you will be astounded at the variety of birds we can observe, often up close. We can do some fishing, along with just enjoying the luxurious views. No crowds, set itinerary, or chaos. Just your ultimate escape aboard one of our inshore vessels. 

BEACH BLESSING

Overview Peaceful vacation days are ahead at Beach Blessings, a welcoming 9-bedroom oceanfront in the heart of Duck. Outstanding ocean views, spacious rooms, and extensive amenities make this home a relaxing retreat to gather with friends and family. Wonderful outdoor features such as open and covered decks, a spacious pool area with hot tub and cabana bar, and a dune-top deck allow you to enjoy fresh ocean air from many areas in the home. An oceanview great room, rec room with foosball/pool table, media room, elevator, and screened-in porch round out the indoor amenities. An additional highlight of Beach Blessings is wheelchair accessibility: the dune-top deck does not require stairs to access, there is a ramp leading to the beach, the ground floor king offers special access amenities, and exit doors have ramps where necessary (read more below). Located in the beloved community of Four Seasons, this beach retreat has unparalleled access to the shops, dining, and activities of Duck Village, as well as community amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, playground, walking and bike paths, volleyball and basketball courts, and clubhouse with fitness center. Enjoy all that Duck has to offer with a stay at beautiful Beach Blessings! Ground Floor Rec room with pool table, foosball, and kitchenette King with private bath Bedroom with three pyramid bunks and private bath Full bathLaundry Outdoors, soak up the sunshine or lay in the shade while relaxing in the backyard, which features a private pool, hot tub, cabana bar, a trellis-covered glider swing, and two outdoor showers. Stairs lead from the pool area to the dune top deck, the most peaceful place to enjoy ocean views and sweet salt air. The dune deck can also be accessed from the mid-level deck. Indoors, you'll find a rec room with pool table and foosball, as well as a kitchenette that includes a full size refrigerator, cook top (two burners), dishwasher, and microwave. A full bath with shower connects to the rec room, and also has a door that leads to the pool area for convenience. Bedding includes a bedroom with three pyramid bunks (twin-over-full) with a private bath, as well as a special access king bedroom with a private bath that has a roll-under sink, low-barrier shower, shower seat, and grab bars. Read more about Ground Floor First Floor Three kings with private bath Two bedrooms, each with two twin beds Den with sleepsofa Media room Two hall bathsLaundry The middle level offers three kings with ocean views, private baths, and sliding door access to covered decks. There are two bedrooms each with two twins that share a hall bath, as well as an oceanview den with sleep sofa, and second full hall bath. A media room with wrap-around sofa and large TV rounds out this floor, the perfect place to unwind for movie night! Read more about First Floor Second Floor Great room Kitchen Dining area Loft Two kings with private baths SunroomHalf bath Take the stairs or the elevator to the top floor, where you'll be greeted by stunning wall-to-wall ocean views. The open great room incorporates a spacious living area with comfortable furnishings, as well as a dining area and kitchen bar that collectively seat 22. The open concept kitchen features two refrigerators and a separate freezer, double ovens (one is convection), three dishwashers, two microwaves, a winecooler, Keurig, and additional beverage fridge. Relax in the sunroom, coffee in hand, or play a boardgame of your choice at the game table in the loft. Two kings with private baths are also located on this level, one of which has ocean views and sliding door access to the top floor deck. Read more about Second Floor Updates for 2025: Pool area remodel, including the addition of three Blaze outdoor appliances to the bar: grill, griddle, and pizza oven. A heavy-duty cantilever umbrella added to pool area. Updates for 2023: New rug in great room, card/game table relocated to loft, fresh paint in media room, new carpeting in ground floor bedrooms, three new sets of pyramid bunks for the bunk room.Golf: Guests of this home can enjoy discounted green fees at Kilmarlic Golf Club, a Tom Steele designed course in Powell's Point. Enjoy exclusive K Club benefits compliments of the homeowner, including discounted green fees (reserve tee times in advance), and reduced costs for Wild Horse Tours, Kitty Hawk Kites adventures, and more. Learn more about the K Club benefits by visiting their website. The K Club concierge can be reached at 252.491.2841 to reserve a tee time. Special Access Amenities: The ground floor king has a bath with roll-under sink, low-barrier shower, shower seat, and grab bars. This room also has a separate entrance directly to the driveway for ease of access. Please note that none of our homes are ADA compliant.Pool: Option to heat for additional fee. Pool heated by propane. Max pool temp is 85 degrees.Community Note: Community tennis and pickleball are available for guests. Please note that vehicles must be parked in the driveway of the home, on-street parking is not available. Trailers, boats, and mobile homes can't be parked in Four Seasons unless they are enclosed in a home's carport/garage. Only licensed drivers can operate golf carts in the community. If you choose to rent a golf cart, register it at the community clubhouse before operating it in Four Seasons. The Town of Duck has beach equipment policies to help keep visits to the shore enjoyable and safe.Please Note: Fireplaces are not available for guest use.

  • Duck
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and unique souvenirs, creating a joyful space for families to make cherished memories together. Come in a indulge yourself!

K8025 Salty Mermaid at The Enclaves in N...

Welcome to the Salty Mermaid by KEES Vacations! Are you searching for a true classic Outer Banks experience? A good old-fashioned beach house with a charming feel and plenty of space to curl up outside with a good book? You've found exactly that here! Located in a prime location, this vacation rental offers modern furnishings and conveniences are around every corner. An expansive deck greets you at the top of the exterior staircase. Enjoy the ocean air as you sit outside with a tall glass of something tasty and a great book. Spacious living areas and bedrooms allow everyone plenty of space to relax. Everything has been provided for your comfort and delight. With every room on the same level, bringing groceries in and unpacking is a breeze! 2 King En Suites and 1 additional bunk bedroom provide well-equipped room and privacy for the whole family or group. A well-equipped kitchen provides a great space to create special meals and memories, with abundant counter space, and cabinets and drawers full of everything you need. Enjoy your culinary masterpieces in the comfortable dining space. For the little ones in the group, a highchair has been provided so no one misses out on the get-together. Just a quick walk from the beach, it's an easy trip to dip your toes in the sand at MP 11 in Nags Head. Bring the complimentary beach wagon along to make carrying your items easy! Your vacation cottage is also convenient to all the shopping, restaurants, activities, and attractions that you love about the Outer Banks. Enjoy a fun Outer Banks vacation here in Nags Head! This property has 3 parking spots for guests. **For your safety and security, the exterior of this home is monitored by cameras. Any attempt to dismantle, move, or tamper with the camera devices in any way is a violation of our house rules and additional charges may apply.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am.

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in service and a one-of-a-kind OBX vacation experience. With one of the largest OBX vacation rental property inventories available, travelers are sure to find the best Outer Banks rentals with KEES Vacations. Featured property amenities include on-site pools & hot tubs, contactless check-in, linens included on every reservation, cabana services & more. Looking for a short stay? We have those, too! Ask about FlexStay for your next trip. 

Changes In Attitudes in Avon

OCEANFRONT Avon - Gulls Cry Road - CHANGES IN ATTITUDES IN AVON will allow your family to relax and get back into the vacation groove. Head straight for the beach or start your vacation with a dip in the private pool and have a drink at the Tiki bar. At 3,120 sq. ft. , this home has everything you need. Nearby, you'll find the convenient fish cleaning table with water and lights. The ground level game room might just lure you out of the sun with pool table, foosball, poker table, Pac-Man arcade game, electronic dartboard, 50" home theater system with surround sound, and kitchenette with refrigerator, commercial ice machine, microwave and dishwasher. Explore the second level's three accommodating bedrooms: a king bedroom accesses the hall bath, the bunk bedroom has a semi-private bath, the king master has access to a shady deck with hot tub and hammock. All three bathrooms on this level are outfitted in handsome tile. Upstairs, you'll find the queen master bedroom and a full bathroom to serve the upstairs. It's simple to live anxiety-complimentary with the broad ocean vistas from the welcoming great room with 50" home theater system with surround sound, DVD/stereo, well-appointed kitchen and dining area. The living area offers a wet bar with mini-refrigerator. With the shining ocean vistas from the top-level decks, and sunset vistas from the front deck, CHANGES IN ATTITUDES IN AVON is sure to change your family's state of mind. New for 2024: New deck furnishings and pool loungers. An adjustable desk has been added complete with a desk chair. New gas grille. New for 2023: New hot tub and new gas grille.The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Realty

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has specialized in Outer Banks Real Estate with a full service Real Estate Sales office. We offer real estate services for buyers and sellers on the Outer Banks. As part of our Vacation Rental division, we provide a wide selection of over 525 vacation rental homes for vacationers. It's a great investment opportunity that you can use yourself during the year as these homes are owned by people just like you. Whether you are looking to purchase a new home, invest in a new property, or sell your current house, our sales team is here to provide assistance. Providing Outer Banks real estate services for over 50 years, Joe Lamb Realty is here to help you. Just give us a call and we can assist you too.

HI Life

SOUNDSIDE Avon - Kinnakeet Shores - Appreciate simple living at HI LIFE and gaze at the gorgeous lake vistas and Pamlico Sound. Don't let the soundside location fool you - the boardwalk across the street provides an painless path to the ocean, just a fast walk away. When not playing in the waves, take a dip in the shining pool or walk out the back yard to the lake and put in a kayak off the dock for a quick paddle. The fishermen in the family will adore the fish cleaning table and rod rack under the home. For indoor fun, head to the game room with pool table and wet bar with refrigerator and microwave. Need a break from the crowd? Check out the close by den with comfortable seating, double couch bed, and TV/DVD. Also on this level is a kids' bedroom with 2 singles that shares a full hall bath. On the second floor find a king master bedroom, a queen master bedroom, and a queen bedroom with semi-private bath. Climb up to the top floor and discover the roomy great room with ample kitchen and dining area, and calming living area. Also on this level is a king master bedroom. In the evenings, relax outdoors on one of the sun decks with ample colorful deck furnishings and cozy hammock with elegant view of the sound and lake. Catch a sunset while relaxing in the mid-level screened porch or head to the top deck with hot tub. With good times a given, you'll never want to say good-bye to HI LIFE. The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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 store since 1987. Now, the family owned business boasts eight stores in the region, including two outlets. Their shoe specialists can help you find the right fit and comfort for your family’s needs.

HD-206 High Dunes 2 Bedroom Condo 206

Welcome to High Dunes Resort by KEES Vacations! Your oceanfront condo awaits. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, High Dunes Resort condos feature 2-Bedrooms and 2-Bathrooms, living room, expansive full kitchen with two bar stools, a dining area for the whole group to hang out, and a deck facing the ocean. The couch pulls out into a bed providing even more sleeping space. Enjoy the convenience of a deck off each of the bedrooms. You can open your door when you awake and smell the ocean. The Queen Bedroom includes a vanity for getting ready for your night out on the Outer Banks! Imagine grabbing your cup of coffee in the morning and heading out onto your private deck to take in the sights and sounds of the ocean. The warm sun on your face as you prepare for a fabulous day on the Outer Banks. The condo has a community pool, a playground for the kids, grills, and picnic tables. Your condo is near several amazing restaurants, near the Wright Brothers Memorial and close enough to everything the area has to offer. You will certainly enjoy this awesome vacation spot! This property has 2 parking spots for guests. **Private outdoor community pools and/or waterpark play areas are available, weather permitting, beginning on Memorial Day and close after Labor Day. Please know that pool operating dates are subject to change at any point, for any reason. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6 p.m. on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Please check-in at the lobby of High Dunes. Check-Out is 10am.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at (877) 359-8447

K0417 Yellow Submarine at Devonshire Pla...

Welcome to Yellow Submarine at Devonshire Place! As you drive into the Devonshire Place neighborhood, part of the Bermuda Bay community, you may wonder if you took a wrong turn somewhere and have ended up on a Caribbean Island. The vibrant hues of the homes and the pool in the community are bright and cheerful and create a fabulous first impression of your vacation home. Your family will love the exclusive amenities available to you as a guest of this wonderful resort. The Bermuda Bay community is widely known for enjoying sunset viewing and quiet vacationing. The exclusive amenities available to you as a guest of this wonderful resort include a lazy river, sparkling pools, a fun splash pad with various water features lots of fun toys, and plenty of sun loungers for relaxing. The Elbow Beach Clubhouse includes a fitness center, lounge area, pool table, and a full bathroom for guest use. The clubhouse and fitness center are open year-round from 7:00am to 9:00pm. The Bay has a pier perfect for fishing, launching kayaks, or just enjoying the view. If you're longing to feel the sand in your toes and simply must visit the beach, it's a very convenient 1-mile drive from the Bermuda Bay communities to the beautiful Kill Devil Hills beaches. Enjoy all the benefits of a single-family home on your Outer Banks vacation, including a garage, while also enjoying all the benefits of a resort experience! You really CAN have it all! The first level living room is filled with luxurious touches, such as an ultra-comfy sofa, soothing neutral colors, shabby chic and coastal decor. Enjoy your favorite movie or TV show on the flat screen HDTV. Sliding glass doors lead out to the full privacy fenced back yard, complete with a charcoal grill. A sophisticated kitchen with contrasting cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a lovely center island with pendant lighting and seating for 3 await the chef in the group. This is a great space to create special meals and memories for the group, with abundant counter space and cabinets and drawers full of everything you need. Enjoy your culinary masterpieces in the intimate dining space with a hardwood table for 6. For the little ones in the group, a highchair has been provided so no one misses out on the get-together. The spacious King En Suite features a coordinating distressed bedroom set and sliding glass doors out to the private balcony. The decadent bathroom boasts double sinks and an oversized tiled stall shower. A Queen bedroom features beautiful coastal decor, with whimsical coral detail. The additional Queen bedroom boasts beautiful wooden furnishings. Both additional Queens are complete with their own private En Suite bathrooms. Welcome to your Outer Banks vacation home at Bermuda Bay. We're so glad you're here! This property has 2 parking spots for guests. **Private outdoor community pools and/or waterpark play areas are available, weather permitting, beginning on weekends only (Friday to Sunday) May 2 to May 18. Beginning May 23, the pool will be open daily and close on October 1 for the season. Please know that pool operating dates are subject to change at any point, for any reason.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

Explore Hatteras Island at its natural best with a visit to the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Covering 13 miles of Cape Hatteras National Seashore land, this attraction is hard to miss, although there aren't many giant signs, hotels or businesses to point the way. Instead, visitors will find a completely undeveloped parcel of land, that's well-stocked with gorgeous views and serene nature trails that are ideal for off-the-beaten path excursions.

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