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Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Summer Place I

This is your summer place for that perfect family vacation! Close to the beautiful and quiet beaches of Corolla. Spend a day soaking up the sights and sounds of the surf. At night gaze up at the starry skies from one of the many decks. Unwinding at...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Waves Good-bye

OCEANFRONT Waves — Sea Isle Hills Dr. — Say hello to WAVES GOOD-BYE, the ideal vacation getaway with ocean vistas that will stay with you long after you do, indeed, bid them farewell. With direct access over the protective dunes to the beach...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

Coast On Inn

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras Village- Lighthouse Rd. COAST ON INN to this gorgeously decorated home, only five mins. from Hatteras Landing fishing, shopping and dining. One lot back from oceanfront in Captain's Beach subdivision, guests are treated to...

  • Hatteras
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

Champagne Views

OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Isle Hills Dr. Unwind and savor CHAMPAGNE VIEWS for your vacation this year at this 3,500 sq. ft. home. Let the celebration begin in the game room with foosball table, wet bar with mini-refrigerator, full bathroom and...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 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...

Walkin' on Sunshine - Hatteras

OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Lighthouse Ct. — It’s time to feel good when you live out your vacation dreams at WALKIN’ ON SUNSHINE – HATTERAS, a gorgeous seven-bedroom/seven-full and three-half-bath home perched on the ocean’s edge. Only...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 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...

5478 - If it's the Beaches

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Sure to please, If It's The Beaches is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Outer Banks vacation rental located in the heart of Nags Head. This tastefully...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

BEACH VIBES

A private in-home theater and a rec room anchor the ground floor of Beach Vibes, a 6-bedroom Duck retreat from Carolina Designs where every bedroom has its own private bath. An elevator reaches all three levels, and an EV charger waits in the...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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!