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Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

THE JADE WAVE

Overview Catch this wave and ride the crest of a fun vacation for every member of your family. From the moment you arrive, The Jade Wave entertains - whether you're hanging out in the comfort of its indoor spaces, which are decorated...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

SeaDazed

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomOffering fantastic ocean vistas, beachy decor and simple beach access check into SeaDazed and make your Outer Banks Vacation dreams come true! Outside: Exterior amenities include a...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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...

DRIFTWOOD DREAM

Overview "Driftwood, a coveted element of nature smoothed to perfection by sea, sand, sun and wind, evokes memories of dreamy days spent aside a shell-speckled shoreline where waves crash, breezes swirl, and seabirds soar below a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
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...

K0308 Escape to OBX!! at Hamilton Cay

Welcome to Escape to OBX!! at Hamilton Cay at Bermuda Bay by KEES Vacations! You're sure to love this colorful 2-bedroom, 2nd level condo with its open-style floor plan and bright living room. Head outside to the cozy patio to enjoy your morning...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

HD-101 High Dunes 2 Bedroom Condo 101

Welcome to High Dunes Resort by KEES Vacations! Your oceanfront condo awaits. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, High Dunes Resort condos feature 2-Bedrooms and 2-Bathrooms, living room, expansive full kitchen with two bar stools, a dining...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Ocean View

Located in Duck / 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomLocated in Duck and snuggled among oceanside oaks and sea grass, "Ocean View" is an inviting family vacation home providing sea vistas through its many Oceanside windows. Direct NC...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Reality Check

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Central Location, Family Friendly DestinationNeed a Reality Check? This clean and contemporary Corolla retreat brings you back to what matters...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16

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!