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Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

5460 - Virginia Dare

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Expansive terraces that overlook the blue Atlantic, a state-of-the-art recreation room, and a home theater are just...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

Climate Change

Climate Change is located in the quaint neighborhood of Sea Tern, perched up on a hill providing privacy and sea breezes. When not at the beach, you can lay around the pool, soak in the hot tub or relax in the hammock or porch swing. The main level...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

495 | Oriole's Perch

Relax and enjoy the beautiful Beaches of the Outer Banks from this nicely decorated and well-equipped Beach Home. Situated right on the Beach in South Nags Head, this home offers unparalleled views! After a day on the Beach, you can watch the Moon...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

7940 - Yano's Sea Escape

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Yano's Sea Escape is a classic Hatteras beach box that is comfortably furnished and situated on a quiet street, giving you the rest and relaxation...

  • Hatteras
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

5788 - Birds Eye View

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Beachy, bright, and the perfect Outer Banks rental for you; Birds Eye View has it all! Located in Nags Head, this...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

Ivey's Lair

Everyone will have a blast at “Ivey’s Lair” located oceanside in Duck Village! The southern charm will welcome you from the moment you drive up with the expansive covered decks and lush lawn. Outside, the kids can frolic in the private pool...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

Sunset Joy

Relaxation begins the moment you arrive at Sunset Joy, your soundfront escape in Kill Devil Hills. Breathe in the soothing ocean breezes, savor unobstructed sunsets over the water, and let your cares drift away in this comfortably furnished coastal...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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!