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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...

5739 - The Yachtsman - 101

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This oceanfront Outer Banks condo is waiting for you! Our family has been making our memories here for almost 25 years...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

5232 - Peaceful Easy Feeling

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: LVP flooring in living area and kitchen. You’ll be sure to get that Peaceful Easy Feeling at this Outer Banks vacation home...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Makin' Waves

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves — Mac Oca Ct. — Making memorable vacation memories is simple to do at MAKIN’ WAVES. This four-bedroom/two- and two-half-bath home provides a calming counterpoint to the active endeavors of a Hatteras Island vacation...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Seas the Day 66-K

Seas the Day invites you to relax and enjoy the best the Outer Banks has to offer! Conveniently located near the Currituck Club Golf Course in the popular Corolla community of Ocean Sands, this home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac. With its...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

As Good As It Gets

Pets are allowed for 2026! As Good As It Gets is a Pet-Friendly vibrant, modern vacation home offering an ideal oasis located just steps away from the ocean. The house features a joyful, beach-themed living space with an open-plan layout...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

SHARON MEMORIES

Top floor ocean views and total relaxation await you in this well-equipped home with a private pool in a quiet residential neighborhood, convenient to shopping and restaurants yet only steps to the beach. Less than a 2-minute walk (100 yards...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...

361 | The Harriss Cottage

Experience the style, charm, and warmth this classic Nags Head oceanfront home provides. Beautiful tongue and groove woodwork, comfortable furnishings, and modern updates combine with amenities that include your own Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16

The pinnacle of fishing on the Outer Banks, however, is and has always been Cape Point. Ask any long-time Hatteras Island fisherman about Cape Point, and they'll gladly tell you about incredible catches, near-misses, and the occasional vehicle...

Located in the charming area of Kill Devil Hills, Gale Force Glassing is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of the sea. This vibrant glassing studio specializes in turning surfboards and paddleboards into true...

Hib Surf Shop is a beloved spot for both locals and visitors alike, nestled in the charming town of Avon on the Outer Banks. This vibrant shop captures the essence of beach life and is a go-to destination for surf enthusiasts and casual beachgoers...

Outer Banks Kiting (OBK) brings to you successful coaching methods developed over the years by working with the best, and fine-tuned by endless hours coaching on the water.  No egos involved, just a long history of 15 years in the...

Use an upcoming Outer Banks vacation as an opportunity to fall in love with a new sport that rules the OBX with a lesson or a full camp offered by the Outer Banks Surf School. Based in Nags Head but providing lessons throughout the central OBX...

Dive into a new adventure that will propel a lifelong love of surfing with a lesson or camp provided by Outer Surf. This surfing company that specializes in offering surf camps for girls and women is changing the game when it comes to surfing along...

From kiteboarding rentals and equipment, to unique summer camps and some of the biggest events on Hatteras Island, there’s certainly a lot for water lovers to discover at Real Watersports. This tri-villages landmark that is world famous with...

Just off the scenic North Virginia Dare Trail, the Regional Public Beach Access in Kitty Hawk serves as a delightful gateway to the sun-drenched shores of the Outer Banks. Visitors can expect a charming coastal atmosphere, where golden sands stretch...

Nestled on the picturesque shores of the Outer Banks, Ride Hatteras Surf Shop is a beloved gem for both locals and visitors alike. This charming surf shop embodies the spirit of the coastal community, offering everything a beachgoer could...

Surfline Inc is a delightful haven for beachgoers and surf enthusiasts alike. This charming surf shop captures the spirit of Nags Head, offering everything one might need for an unforgettable day on the water. Locals and visitors flock to this...