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Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Gallowaves SS-390

Enjoy the best of both worlds at Gallowaves! Spend your days soaking in the sun at the beach and quiet secluded evenings in the backyard with the private 14x28 pool. Enjoy complimentary internet access to stay connected to family, friends, or work...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

House of Friends

The House of Friends welcomes guests to a serene coastal retreat in the family-friendly Chicahauk neighborhood of Southern Shores, just a short walk from the beach. The home features a spacious living room with plush sofas and an inviting loft, all...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

THE ACE

Fabulous location. Just across the street from the beach access. Your family will want to rent this semi-oceanfront home every year. Make memories and keep family traditions alive in this wonderful summer retreat.Level 1:Dry entry. Storage area, 2...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

393 | Don't Worry Beach Happy

Enjoy Ocean Views and Direct Access to the Beach. This comfortable, nicely decorated family beach home is well equipped and ready for your Outer Banks vacation. The Screened Porch is perfect for relaxing and spending time together. Centrally...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Port O'Call III 537-B

This classic, 4-bedroom vacation home at milepost 17.5 in South Nags Head is just waiting for you and your family. With a shared walkway, the beaches of South Nags Head are only 200 feet away! Just a short car ride to shopping, water sports...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

Shore Thing

Pool Heat Now Available!Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomLooking for the ultimate Corolla escape where comfort meets coastal appeal? CSH988, Shore Thing, is your answer. Located in the splendid community of Corolla...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

The Purple Whale 493

The Purple Whale is a semi-oceanfront coastal retreat offering a charming interior, inviting outdoor deck space, and a prime location near the beach, shopping, and some of the best dining Nags Head has to offer! Also, don't forget your furry family...

  • Nags Head
  • 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...