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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...

Calypso Hatteras

SOUNDFRONT Hatteras — Shoal Dr. — Calypso, the Greek goddess of the sea, was acclaimed for her beauty, which makes CALYPSO HATTERAS fittingly named, as the sunset and sound vistas from this uniquely round home are indescribably elegant. With a...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

BIRDSEYE

Carolina Designs presents BIRDSEYE, a custom crafted semi-oceanfront home steps from the beach in Southern Shores. This 4-bedroom OBX vacation rental offers a modern twist on classic flat-top architecture, designed to maximize relaxation during...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

Finally Ours DR-32

Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac in the Dolphin Run community within the Village of Nags Head, this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers many amenities, including a hot tub on the open deck making for a relaxing evening of stargazing, 5 HDTVs...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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...

335 | Octopus's Garden

This tastefully decorated home is very spacious and is within easy walking distance of the Beach (just 365 feet to Beach Access at Third Street). The great location is sure to be a hit with your family, is convenient to area shopping, Movie...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

5691 - Michelitch

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW IN 2025: Renovations to include expand master bath, increase handicap accessibility, and reconfigure the master...

  • Nags Head
  • 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...

839 | Shin Digs

This thoughtfully designed vacation home combines style, comfort, and accessibility, making it an excellent choice for your Outer Banks getaway. Private Swimming Pool and Hot Tub! Located just 400 feet from Admiral Street Beach Access, with Baltic...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

Blue Yonder SS-41

Where the surf meets the sky, settle into your beach vacation at Blue Yonder, a modern, four-bedroom, pet-friendly, semi-oceanfront home in Southern Shores. Located less than a mile north of Kitty Hawk Pier and just south of the popular town of...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

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!