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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...

ABSOLUTE RELAXATION

Location! Location! Location! Just 175 yards to beach access. Beautiful horizon ocean views! Conveniently located in the heart of Duck. This ideal getaway is perfectly situated: you’re just steps away from a relaxing and refreshing day at the...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/6 - 9/13
$2,364  $2,821
$457 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...

Sea Turtle OCS-61

Located in the charming setting of South Nags Head with easy beach access (approx. 600' away), Sea Turtle is a well-appointed home, perfect for entertaining the whole family while on vacation, featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The beautiful...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

SEA N SEA

Carolina Designs invites you to Sea N Sea, a spectacular Corolla retreat featuring 12 bedrooms with private baths across over 7,600 square feet of luxury living space. This custom-built semi-oceanfront estate in Whalehead represents one of the...

  • Corolla
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Bama Breeze

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Bama Breeze offers a serene and quiet getaway for your family with a beautiful private pool and hot tub. The location is perfect for families that love...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Aurora

Located in Corolla / 7 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsWith handsome vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and a charmingly landscaped lot with enormous expanses of lush lawn, Aurora is well equipped to provide the ideal setting for your...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

5468 - Mermaids' Lagoon

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Start your Outer Banks vacation at Mermaids' Lagoon! This Nags Head vacation home is located at milepost 13.5 near...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

SOUNDS DUCKIN' AWESOME

Carolina Designs invites you to Sounds Duckin' Awesome, a Duck soundfront retreat with 7 bedrooms, private pool, and sound access. This spectacular home features an elevator serving three levels, home theater, rec room, and a dock with private...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
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 offers a relaxed and authentic way to explore the area’s rich maritime heritage, scenic sound waters, and abundant wildlife. Specializing in private dolphin and wildlife tours, Old Man Charters goes far beyond a standard sightseeing cruise. While...

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 34-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!