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Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

172 | Wade Cottage

The Wade Cottage is a traditional Outer Banks Beach home located on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills. This property is an older, basic accommodation that features pine flooring, walls and ceilings along with two covered decks and sand path that...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Seaside Salvation 109-A

Welcome to Seaside Salvation, a charming oceanside retreat nestled in the sought-after Duck Ridge Shores community in Duck. This classic beach home combines coastal charm, spacious living, and beautiful soundside sunsets, creating the perfect...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

701 | Endless Summer

Endless Summer is an exceptional Oceanfront home that features endless ocean views and upscale furnishings throughout. The large oceanfront windows on the top-level bring the magnificent Atlantic views right to the living, dining, and kitchen area...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

K0311 Onyx Overlook 3 Bedroom Condo at H...

Welcome to Onyx Overlook at Hamilton Cay Reserve by KEES Vacations! Escape to Hamilton Cay Reserve, a premier soundfront luxury vacation rental in the Outer Banks! This newly built, pet-friendly condo (Unit 202) offers the perfect combination of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

The Pup Deck

Coming in 2026:Expanded Game Room ChoicesPolynesian Poolside Tiki BarPool Palm TreeOutdoor Speakers Wifi - 7 Capable (6 Ghz) The Pup Deck is a pet-friendly home that sits on the ocean side of NC-12, with the beach less than a quarter mile walk away...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

5469 - Below Deck OBX

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy all Nags Head has to offer and more at Below Deck OBX! This 6 bedroom, 5 baths, 2 half bath rental home is...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

1349 - Midas Whale

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Pool Heat Included! Midas Whale is the Outer Banks vacation home of your dreams! Mesmerizing sunsets over the serene Currituck Sound are a daily...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms

Ghost Crab Quest is an ecotourism company based on the Outer Banks. Amazed by the beauty of these fragile barrier islands, Ghost Crab Quest is committed to sharing and exploring its wonders day and night. While the star of the show is the mighty...

Embark on thrilling quests with OB-Xscape Rooms, where adventure becomes your NEW family tradition! Immerse yourself in heart-pounding challenges and become a master of escape before time runs out!