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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...

Sea Fever

Sea Fever is located in downtown Duck in the oceanside neighborhood of Saltaire. Have the best of both worlds – terrific downtown location and only 3 lots from the beach (130 yards)! Stroll through the village of Duck and visit the quaint shops...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 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...

6509 - Sandcastle

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Let the sunrise and ocean waves wake you up in the mornings at Sandcastle! This 6 bedroom 6 bathroom oceanfront home...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

Big Blue (South)

Big Blue (South) is connected to Big Blue (North), and can also be rented a single unit - see Big Blue 10 for more information. This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Nestled in the heart of...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

281 | Sand Dollars

Welcome to Sand Dollars, a spacious, beautifully decorated vacation home that offers everything you need for an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation! Nestled near the Atlantic Ocean with endless beach and ocean fun in Nags Head, this home is your...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

K7508 One More Moon 3 Bedroom Home in Ki...

Welcome to One More Moon by KEES Vacations! If you are looking for true beach living, this is the place for you. Right on Virginia Dare Trail aka Beach Road, this house is literally steps from the beach. You have easy walking distance to both the...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 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...

Beach Bellini

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomDiscover a ideal beach hideaway at Beach Bellini, a freshly refreshed four-bedroom villa ideal for family vacations. Located in the welcoming Corolla Light Resort, this property...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

SUNDANCE

Light and airy interior with hardwood floors throughout. Short 240 yard walk to beach access with no Oceanside streets to cross.Level 1:3 bedrooms (1 with King, 1 with Twins, 1 with 2 Bunk sets), Ceiling fan in each room, 2 baths (tub and shower)...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank. Stir in a float down Teach’s Tide Adventure River. Chill as you get toes up in some perfect shade. Top it off with the best family-friendly food around, and you’ve got yourself the best summer day ever…more fun than a day at the...

Located just South of Salvo proper, the Salvo Day Use Area provides a peaceful haven for families, beachgoers, and watersports lovers. This park offers the perfect backdrop for taking in the Outer Banks' rich history and natural beauty. Everyone may...

Coquina Beach

Located just south of Nags Head, Coquina Beach is a refreshingly undeveloped stretch of shoreline that's close to the central Outer Banks towns of Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Kitty Hawk, but feels like it's miles away.

Kite Point

Ask any crowd of visiting kiteboarders about Kite Point, and they'll readily give you exact directions to this unmarked but internationally renowned soundside beach. Located in between Avon and Buxton villages abutting the Pamlico Sound, Kite Point...

Jennette's Pier

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.

Haulover Day Use Area (Canadian Hole)

Canadian Hole may be an unfamiliar term to the typical, laid-back Hatteras Islander vacationer, but to windsurfers around the world, the phrase invokes thoughts of an exact, postcard-perfect locale on the Outer Banks, where windsurfing and water...