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Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Stealin Time

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.The Perfect LocationAt just 2 miles from the Wright Memorial Bridge, you'll be pulling into the driveway minutes after landing on the Outer Banks. At...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Double Dip Beach House

“Double Dip Beach House” has a fantastic location in the family-oriented historic character area of Nags Head!  It sits on Beach Road across the street from the ocean with very close public beach access to a gorgeous life guarded beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

ENDLESS SUMMER

Summer never has to end in this OBX vacation rental. Take a dip in the private pool, unwind in the hot tub, or soak up some sun on the deck. The great room is lighted by warm sunlight streaming through the windows and has tons of seating to gather...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/3 - 5/10
$1,730  $1,958
$228 off
5/10 - 5/17
$1,730  $1,958
$228 off
5/17 - 5/24
$1,730  $1,958
$228 off
5/31 - 6/7
$2,603  $2,890
$287 off
6/7 - 6/14
$3,011  $3,223
$212 off
6/28 - 7/5
$3,647  $3,897
$250 off
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Port O'Call III 537-B

This classic, 4-bedroom vacation home at milepost 17.5 in South Nags Head is just waiting for you and your family. With a shared walkway, the beaches of South Nags Head are only 200 feet away! Just a short car ride to shopping, water sports...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

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



SNOW GOOSE

At this semi-oceanfront gem, just one lot from the ocean, enjoy coffee or cocktails on the upper deck while watching dolphins splashing and pelicans diving into the ocean or relax on the lower deck rope swing for two to the sound of crashing...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/31 - 6/7
$2,557  $2,857
$300 off
6/14 - 6/21
$3,207  $3,524
$317 off
6/21 - 6/28
$3,164  $3,524
$360 off
7/5 - 7/12
$3,505  $3,857
$352 off
7/12 - 7/19
$3,457  $3,857
$400 off
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...

Ricky's Retreat 194

Every member of your family will enjoy the original Ricky's Retreat! This fabulous, beautifully decorated home was designed to meet your entire family's every need. Ricky's Retreat services the needs of families of all ages looking for that perfect...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
4/25 - 5/2
$2,685  $2,985
$300 off
5/16 - 5/23
$3,971  $4,271
$300 off
5/30 - 6/6
$6,102  $6,402
$300 off
6/6 - 6/13
$7,090  $7,390
$300 off
6/20 - 6/27
$8,531  $9,031
$500 off
6/27 - 7/4
$8,531  $9,031
$500 off
7/4 - 7/11
$8,531  $9,031
$500 off
8/1 - 8/8
$8,119  $8,619
$500 off
8/29 - 9/5
$4,007  $4,307
$300 off
9/12 - 9/19
$3,360  $3,660
$300 off
9/19 - 9/26
$2,849  $3,149
$300 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,543  $2,843
$300 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,785  $3,085
$300 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,785  $3,085
$300 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,579  $2,879
$300 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,579  $2,879
$300 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,159  $2,459
$300 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,259  $2,559
$300 off
11/21 - 11/28
$2,579  $2,879
$300 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,159  $2,459
$300 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,159  $2,459
$300 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,159  $2,459
$300 off
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...

WILD GOOSE

Carolina Designs presents Wild Goose, a magnificent 10-bedroom estate in Corolla's prestigious Whalehead community. This exceptional Outer Banks vacation rental features 10 private bathrooms, elevator access, and a 28x11 private pool with hot tub...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish cleaning facility and an official North Carolina Citation weigh station.

Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest dolphin boat­, with a canopied top, cushioned seats and restroom. Sunset Dolphin Cruises runs daily. Departs from the Wanchese Docks on Roanoke Island. Get ready to see some of the most beautiful wildlife you have ever seen!

Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must be purchased 30 minutes or further in advance of your cruise departure time either online, by phone or onsite. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your cruise.