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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...

DUNE MY THING

Overview Upscale coastal leisure is at your fingertips when you reserve Dune My Thing, a luxurious beachfront estate in the Whalehead community of Corolla. This stylish vacation retreat cleverly combines classic looks with contemporary...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 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...

The Blue Dolphin

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Built for the Best ViewDive in at the The Blue Dolphin! Recently renovated and ready for your arrival, this 4-bedroom property is within eyesight of...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

K6311 Kiteboarding Paradise 7 Bedroom Ho...

Welcome to Kiteboarding Paradise by KEES Vacations! Exciting updates for 2026! Guests can now add pool heat and enjoy a brand new volleyball net for even more outdoor fun. This stunning semi-soundfront 7-Bedroom home nestled in the Village of Salvo...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
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...

Sound Retreat MS-884

Welcome to Sound Retreat, a private soundfront escape in the desirable, family-friendly community of Monteray Shores in Corolla. Relax on the enchanting decks with views of the Currituck Sound, go crabbing off your own private pier, relax in the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 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...

SIR WALTER RALEIGH

Overview Plan your next Outer Banks escape to Sir Walter Raleigh, an eight bedroom Nags Head estate by the sea. This spacious retreat is part of the Nags Head Shores community. Thoughtfully designed to comfortably accommodate large...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
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...

056 | Culpepper

6/21/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Your family will love the warm and inviting character of the Culpepper Beach Home located on the Oceanfront in the Heart of the Nags Head Historic...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

THE BIRDIE

Overview This beautiful Outer Banks vacation estate with vaulted ceilings, lots of space, bright cheerful decor and the most amazing view of the ocean are not all this beach retreat has to offer. Located on a quiet spot of the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 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...