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Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

1840 - Anchors Aweigh

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Set sail at Anchors Aweigh! This 3-bedroom, 3 bath oceanside vacation home is a true Outer Banks gem! Located in the Sealoft Village community...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Kings Landing

Located in Corolla / 10 Bedrooms / 9 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsFeel unparalleled luxury at the palace on the sea…. King’s Landing! Oceanfront living is at its best at this freshly remodeled Buck Island home. King’s Landing is the ideal...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...

5010 - Once Upon A Tide

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  Welcome to Once Upon A Tide! Located on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills, you'll be able to experience beautiful...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Sandfiddler

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Are you looking for an affordable oceanfront property enough for your entire family? Look no more, you have found your answer with “Sandfiddler”, an...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
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...

2nd Wind

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe - Cross of Honor Way - 2nd WIND is the only home in Mirlo Beach with its own private sandy soundfront beach, ideal for kids's wading and exploring in safety without the worry of big waves. Unwind, recharge and rejuvenate in this...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

SIR WALTER RALEIGH

Overview Plan your next Outer Banks escape to Sir Walter Raleigh, an eight bedroom Nags Head estate by the sea. This spacious retreat is part of the Nags Head Shores community. Thoughtfully designed to comfortably accommodate large...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Catch A Break WHL-939

Catch A Break in this one-of-a-kind luxury oceanfront home! All six bedrooms oceanfront! All bedrooms have ocean views! Enjoy a private walkway to the private beach as only Whalehead can provide! Need a break from the surf? Then retreat to your own...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
5/23 - 5/30
$7,234  $10,234
$3,000 off
9/19 - 9/26
$6,531  $6,831
$300 off

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!