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Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Carpe Duckem

Enjoy all that Duck has to offer at this lovely Outer Banks vacation rental. Plenty of room, a private pool, and many more convenient amenities await you at ‘Carpe Duckem’. It’s an easy walk for a day at the beach, or you can spend your time...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

Where Aye Wanna Beach

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomIf your family wants a beach vacation, then Where Aye Wanna Beach is the ideal choice! This semi-oceanfront location is 75 feet from the beach boardwalk path, it's dog friendly, and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

Fair Winds

Fair Winds is located at a prime junction between South Nags Head and the Manteo causeway. Visitors can head west to Roanoke Island, north to the central Outer Banks, or south to Hatteras Island. World-class marinas are nearby as well as the Cape...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

THE DEEP END

A contemporary version of the Old Nags Head style cottages. 3,200 square feet of living area with beautiful wood trim and 1,800 square feet of covered/screened/sun porches with built in benches and hot tub. 165 yards to beach access.Level 1:Covered...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
6/5 - 6/12
$2,772  $3,169
$397 off
6/12 - 6/19
$3,142  $3,604
$462 off
6/19 - 6/26
$3,274  $3,604
$330 off
6/26 - 7/3
$3,311  $3,749
$438 off
7/10 - 7/17
$3,265  $3,749
$484 off
7/17 - 7/24
$3,265  $3,749
$484 off
8/21 - 8/28
$2,310  $2,626
$316 off
9/25 - 10/2
$1,530  $1,723
$193 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,451  $1,564
$113 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,300  $1,413
$113 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,300  $1,413
$113 off
11/27 - 12/4
$1,332  $1,413
$81 off
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...

031 | Lucky Us Too

Lucky-Us-Too is a lovely vacation home peacefully situated in beautiful South Nags Head at the top of a quiet cul-de-sac. Expansive ocean views from the top-level sun deck and direct ocean access via a sand path make this home ideal for your...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Twiddy Wedding Homes

Celebrate your love in a place you love! Twiddy & Company has a wide variety of wedding homes located throughout the Outer Banks. Find the perfect special event home for your Outer Banks wedding, whether you're planning an intimate elopement or...

439 | Sonnie Beaches

Lovely vacation home w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, and a wonderful location that is very close to the beach w/direct access (only 180 ft. to Bittern St. Beach Access). This home also features a fenced yard w/Swing Set. Ground...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

1832 - Beach Happy

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Don't worry...Beach Happy! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo rental is located in the heart of Corolla at Indian Summer Condos. As a guest at...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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!