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Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

7767 - Swordfish

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Discover the perfect coastal retreat at Swordfish, an inviting ocean-view home nestled in the heart of Buxton on...

  • Buxton
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

Champagne Views

OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Isle Hills Dr. Unwind and appreciate 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
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...

Ocean Hideaway

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Escape Your Day to Day WorriesGather the family and getaway for an oceanfront Outer Banks vacation! Ocean Hideaway is the perfect destination to relax...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

5120 - Just Chillin

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! An oceanside escape awaits you in Kill Devil Hills. Welcome to Just Chillin! With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, Just Chillin accommodates up to 8...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 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...

VERANDAH BREEZE

A recreation room anchors Verandah Breeze, a Carolina Designs vacation rental in the heart of Duck Village, where guests gather to relax between beach days. Seven king suites with private baths, an elevator, and a sandy volleyball area fill...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

AAH-de-DAH 463

Come and enjoy AHH-de-DAH! This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom cottage in Nags Head will steal your heart! With its classic Outer Banks vacation home feel, this will be a place your family can make memories that will last a lifetime. You will be ecstatic...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

Caribbean Flats

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.This Nags Head oceanfront is a perfect destination to enjoy the Outer Banks with your loved ones. Outdoors you will find a refreshing pool and hot tub...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 19

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!