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Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

Kirtland's Keep

From the central location and proximity to the beach, to the chef's kitchen and the backyard oasis, Kirtland's Keep will take your vacation experience to the next level. Meticulously maintained, this luxurious home looks and feels like new. One of...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

September Sessions

OCEANSIDE Rodanthe — Dean Ave. — Your passion for the surf is rewarded when you survey the ocean vistas from the top floor of SEPTEMBER SESSIONS and determine that yes, you are exactly where you need to be. This freshly constructed five...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

All Inn 392-C

Nestled amongst live oaks and pine trees, All Inn is a beautifully constructed home on a very private, quiet, soundside street at milepost 9.5 in Kill Devil Hills. Boasting lovely décor, an abundance of top-of-the-line electronics and a long list...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

A SENSE OF PORPOISE

Major Renovations for 2026 include: brand new kitchen, remodeled baths and new LVP flooring in main living areas! Discover your ultimate Outer Banks escape at “A Sense of Porpoise,” a beautifully appointed oceanfront retreat tucked away in the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/22 - 8/29
$4,117  $4,825
$708 off
8/29 - 9/5
$3,586  $4,158
$572 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,126  $3,604
$478 off
10/3 - 10/10
$3,024  $3,408
$384 off
10/10 - 10/17
$3,101  $3,408
$307 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,802  $3,075
$273 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,756  $3,075
$319 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,792  $2,924
$132 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,905  $2,924
$19 off
12/26 - 1/2
$2,884  $2,924
$40 off
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

MOON GLOW

Carolina Designs invites you to MOON GLOW, a spectacular 7,000 square foot Corolla retreat with 12 bedrooms, each featuring private baths, plus ocean views from this upscale oceanside haven. Located in the prestigious Whalehead community just...

  • Corolla
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13 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...

Queen Anne's Revenge

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Ct. - Vacation in a home constructed for royalty. Step aboard a feat of architectural artistry, a coastal getaway crafted to evoke the grandeur of a seafaring legend. From the moment you arrive at QUEEN ANNE’S...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

Angels' Abode

Welcome to Angels’ Abode — Your Corolla Coastal Retreat Perfectly situated in the heart of Corolla and just 900 feet from direct beach access, Angels’ Abode is where your dream Outer Banks vacation begins. This expansive 14-bedroom estate...

  • Corolla
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • 15 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. 

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...

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...

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...