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Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

SOLMATE 568

Magnificent ocean views are yours in this oceanfront paradise! SOLMATE is a fully equipped property with beautiful decor, a large recreation room with a pool table and a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, a private pool, and hot tub. The...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

LUZON

Luzon will become your own island oasis! Luzon was designed and furnished with your every need and wish in mind. The magnificent views from high atop a dune and easy beach access make Luzon a home that will be etched in your mind forever. Short...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
10/4 - 10/11
$2,213  $2,645
$432 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,891  $2,167
$276 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,915  $2,167
$252 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,793  $2,016
$223 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,815  $2,016
$201 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,896  $2,016
$120 off
11/29 - 12/6
$1,889  $2,016
$127 off
12/6 - 12/13
$1,932  $2,016
$84 off
12/13 - 12/20
$1,980  $2,016
$36 off
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

DUCKINGHAM PALACE

DUCKINGHAM PALACE gives every one of its six bedrooms a private bath, so no one in your group ever waits in line, and a Tesla charger sits ready at no cost in the driveway. This Carolina Designs oceanside home in Duck's Sea Pines community adds...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

Osprey

Located in Avon / 6 Bedrooms / 4 Full BathroomsOsprey is a unique oceanfront home centrally located in Avon Village with the beach as its backyard! Your options don't end at the beach... savor the 8-person hot tub or appreciate over 2,000 square...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Bay Spray

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedroom / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAppreciate sound vistas from all three levels of this Soundfront home as well as vistas of the historic Whalehead Club. Unique hand-painted nautical scenes in each of the reading...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
9/5 - 9/12
$2,489  $3,109
$620 off
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...

Sound Delight MS-847

This family-friendly four-bedroom, three and a half bathroom home in the luxurious Corolla community of Monteray Shores is just 1,069 yards from the beach! The whole family will be entertained with the private pool, hot tub, and games, as well as...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Sandy's Sunrise Sunset 275

Sandy's Sunrise Sunset is one of the most beautiful homes on the Outer Banks! Located in quaint Kitty Hawk, right near the sound, you’ll love the views of the Ocean and the Sound. There is no better way to start and end each day of your vacation...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms

17th Street Surf Shop is where you’ll find the latest beach, skate park and nightlife fashion trends.  This Outer Banks favorite gets its name from the flagship store's address, which opened at the nearby Virginia Beach oceanfront in 1970.

Voted Best Swimsuit Shop on the Beach! Birthday Suits offers top-quality, name brand clothing for the entire family. Birthday Suits will outfit you and your family for summer, so ironically, you won’t ever find yourself stuck in your birthday...

One of the original surf shops on the Outer Banks, if not in the state of North Carolina, the quaint and friendly Cavalier has been at the same Beach Road location for more than 50 years. It’s been owned and operated by the same local family...

A fll service surf shop offering lessons, new equipment, clothing and rentals. 

Located along the bustling highways of the North Carolina Outer Banks, CVS Pharmacy locations provide essential healthcare and retail services for both local residents and vacationers. With convenient stores situated in key towns like Southern...

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks and surfboards. Inside, surf...

Hatteras Island's #1 shop for men's, women's, & kid's, beach lifestyle apparel, swimwear, equipment sales/rentals, surf lessons, & so much more!

Load up on everything you’ll need for a long day on the Outer Banks shoreline with a visit to this Kill Devil Hills store that has everything beach-worthy under the sun. The OBX Beach Shop is stocked with swimwear, sunscreen, gifts, souvenirs...

At Ocean Threads, you can find the latest fashions and the hippest styles in casual beachwear and surf and skate apparel. This trendy and hip store is stocked with popular brands both locals and visitors have grown to love, from Roxy and Quiksilver...

Located right in the heart of Nags Head, Oceans Beachwear is a vibrant destination for both locals and visitors seeking the perfect beach essentials. This charming shop captures the spirit of the coast with its colorful displays and a wide variety...

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...

Reef Beachwear is a delightful gem nestled in the picturesque Outer Banks of North Carolina. Known for its vibrant, laid-back atmosphere, this charming store is a favorite among both locals and tourists seeking the perfect beach attire. As visitors...

From surfing lessons and kayak tours to all the gear you’ll need to stay active on the Ocracoke beaches, Ride the Wind Surf Shop has everything under the sun for island visitors who want to uncover all the on-the-water fun that the Outer Banks...

Browse from store to store under covered porches and a grove of shady live oaks! Along the meandering Duck Road that runs through the village of Duck, NC, you’ll find the Scarborough Lane Shoppes, a collection of cool clothing boutiques and...

One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s.  Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his world-renowned boards have been ridden by...

From a romantic evening out to a casual afternoon along the beachfront, Outer Banks fashionistas can find everything required to embrace the casual and coastal beach lifestyle at Starr Boutique. This charming shop in the heart of Kitty Hawk is...

Since 1975, Surfside Casuals has been selling a vast selection of bathing suits and beach accessories for men, women, girls and boys. And if there’s one truism about the Outer Banks, it’s that no one stays in business unless...

Wave Riding Vehicles is a water sporter’s dream. The store offers gear that any beach goer would love and use. From pro surfers to pro sandcastle builders, Wave Riding Vehicles is sure to please.

Owners Jim and April Vaughn operate a surfer’s surf shop, with a great selection of wetsuits, sportswear, swimwear and accessories for men, women and youth from all major surf brands. Upstairs, there’s an exceptional range of surfboards...