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Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE

When dinner for a crowd is on the schedule, the oceanfront kitchen at Simply Irresistible answers back with ample counter space and multiple dining areas. This 4,600 square foot beachfront retreat from Carolina Designs pairs seven bedrooms and...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

K8202 Mariner's Star

Welcome to Mariner's Star by KEES Vacations! The town of Nags Head is the perfect destination for a vacation filled with outdoor activities and adventure! With attractions such as Jockeys Ridge State Park (The largest active dune system in the...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

K6603 Seaphoria 14 Bedroom Home at Hatte...

Welcome to Seaphoria at Hatteras Island Reserve! BRAND NEW for June Summer 2026! We invite you to the Outer Banks' newest oceanfront community, Hatteras Island Reserve. Seaphoria is a 14-bedroom pet-friendly vacation home offering everything you...

  • Hatteras
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • 17 Bathrooms
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...

5793 - Beachy Keen

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Just steps to the ocean with direct beach access and no major roads to cross, Beachy Keen is a wonderful place to spend your Outer Banks vacation...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

SERENDIPITY ON THE SOUND

This beautiful lagoon front home just off MP #1 has over 3,600 square feet of living space, two levels of Timbertech composite decking and a large screened in porch with eating area for 10 overlooking the lagoon.  Spectacular evening dusk vista...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

SHARON MEMORIES

Top floor ocean views and total relaxation await you in this well-equipped home with a private pool in a quiet residential neighborhood, convenient to shopping and restaurants yet only steps to the beach. Less than a 2-minute walk (100 yards...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

AMIE AND GRAND DUDES

The entire family will enjoy this well-appointed, comfortable oceanside home that is close to the beach and all of the Schooner Ridge amenities. The generous decking will provide a great opportunity to dine while enjoying the gentle ocean...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
11/14 - 11/21
$1,458  $1,637
$179 off
11/28 - 12/5
$1,458  $1,637
$179 off
12/5 - 12/12
$1,370  $1,637
$267 off
12/12 - 12/19
$1,414  $1,637
$223 off
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!

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...