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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...

THE GREY PALM

Overview Sway in sweet Outer Banks ocean breezes at The Grey Palm, a six-bedroom Corolla home that effortlessly combines refined simplicity, professional design, and a top-notch list of indoor and outdoor amenities. This custom home is...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

Sandpiper's Paradise

Have a beachy breezy stay at “Sandpiper's Paradise”, an oceanfront family-friendly location! Check-in and check-out day is a breeze with the cargo lift that will carry all your luggage and groceries to the top-level. Centrally located, you are...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Westside Story CHA-11

This is a well-kept family vacation retreat located in a quiet neighborhood at milepost 19.5 in South Nags Head. Any summer vacation will be complete with a stay at Westside Story! With a private pool and large fenced-in area, there are endless...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

Glad Tidings

Glad Tidings is an oceanside retreat located in Kill Devil Hills. This home boasts spacious living areas on every floor and every bedroom offers a master suite. The fenced backyard offers an enclosed pool that is available year-round and a space for...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10 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...

702 | Corallina

Located in a Peaceful, low traffic area of Southern Shores, this Outstanding Oceanside home is perfect for families w/ small children & is situated only 390 feet from the beach access at Sandpiper Lane. A wonderful place to relax & spend...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Hurricane Hole 275-A

Enjoy your much-needed getaway at Hurricane Hole while vacationing on the Outer Banks. The Hurricane Hole boasts beautiful decor, hardwood floors, granite countertops, expansive wrap-around decks and views of both the ocean and the sound. The entire...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

7205 - The Cure

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Comfort, convenience, luxury, and design in a world class setting creates the perfect place for your family’s most...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms

Sitting on 300 acres of maritime forest in the heart of Southern Shores, Duck Woods Country Club is the perfect venue for golf, tennis and social events. It provides services, programs, facilities and family-oriented activities that cater to all...