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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...

JOURNEYS END

You will enjoy this rare classic Outer Banks beach house and great surf views throughout its spacious 2,100 square feet, with 1,100 square feet of decking, and ocean view covered porch with louvered privacy walls on each side. Enjoy nighttime...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
2/7 - 2/14
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
2/14 - 2/21
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
2/21 - 2/28
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
2/28 - 3/7
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
3/7 - 3/14
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
3/14 - 3/21
$2,190  $2,662
$472 off
3/21 - 3/28
$2,274  $2,662
$388 off
3/28 - 4/4
$2,459  $2,813
$354 off
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Fin11 Herons Haven 2 Bedroom Condo at Fi...

Welcome to Herons Haven at Fin N' Feather Waterside Inn by KEES Vacations! The Fin N' Feather Waterside Inn by KEES Vacations is one of the last of its kind. Located on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, the Inn offers comfortable and well-appointed...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

THE LAST RESORT

Granted, the panoramic ocean and sound views can't be beat, but what really sets this home apart is the beauty to be experienced inside the immaculately maintained house. The owners, two sisters who grew up vacationing on the OBX, have made The...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
2/8 - 2/15
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
2/15 - 2/22
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
2/22 - 3/1
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
3/1 - 3/8
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
3/8 - 3/15
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,171  $1,222
$51 off
3/29 - 4/5
$1,322  $1,372
$50 off
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Oh Whale

Now accepting Flex Stays, with a 3 nighttime minimum for the remainder of 2025!Located in Corolla/ 2 Bedrooms/ 2 Full BathroomsYour family will appreciate this BRAND NEW vacation rental with lighthouse vistas located close to the beach and backs up...

  • Corolla
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Sit. Stay SS-17

Sit. Stay and unwind at this semi-oceanfront, pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation home! Conveniently located right across from the beautiful beaches of Southern Shores, Sit. Stay is just 500’ from the semi-private beach access, only available to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

Sea-Crets

ABSOLUTELY NO FAMILY FAMILY PETS DUE TO EXTREME FAMILY ALLERGIES!Upgrades for 2025 included faster internet with Starlink and brand-new top level decks!Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 5 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomPamper yourself and rediscover...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 26! years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Dad's Mercedes, Mom's Dream

Now offering flexible stays with a 3 nighttime minimum from August 3 through the end of the 2025 season!Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomThis home will impress, you'll appreciate all the furnishings and flat-screen...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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!