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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...

HEART OF THE SUNRISE

Discover HEART OF THE SUNRISE in Nags Head—a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where 8 bedrooms with private baths and oceanfront luxury create the perfect family retreat. This meticulously designed home at Milepost 11.5 features spacious...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
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...

The Doctor's Inn LV-646

The Doctor's Inn is a lovely, spacious townhouse in Corolla Light, located just across from the oceanfront pool in Lighthouse Villas Condos community. Just a short walk to the beach, The Doctor's Inn offers 4 comfortable bedrooms (2 of which are en...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

THE DAPPER DUCK

The Dapper Duck is a four bedroom OBX vacation rental in Southern Shores. Located just 200 yards from beach access, this home features a wood fireplace and gorgeous horizon ocean views from the upper deck. Its convenient location means that it’s...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/16 - 8/23
$1,679  $2,068
$389 off
8/23 - 8/30
$1,570  $1,923
$353 off
8/30 - 9/6
$1,399  $1,662
$263 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,349  $1,568
$219 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,202  $1,398
$196 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,209  $1,398
$189 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,251  $1,398
$147 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,251  $1,398
$147 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,195  $1,216
$21 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,195  $1,216
$21 off
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

665 | Explorers Oasis

This Gorgeous Beach Home is the perfect vacation destination for your family, offering many lovely touches along with amenities that are sure to please. Plus, Beach access is an easy 150 foot walk away at E. Lake Drive. Well-equipped to ensure a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

Star Sailor

Step out your front door and enjoy a short 100-yard stroll to the beach access, as well as convenient access to the community tennis courts and community pool (open Memorial Day through October 3rd). The location truly offers the best of both...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

Castaway Too Salvo

Located in Salvo | 8 Bedrooms | 6 Full Bathrooms | 2 Half BathroomsFreshly refreshed exterior for the 2025 seasonAfter a handsome beach day on the ocean or exploring the Pea Island Wildlife Sanctuary - home to some of the most breathtaking vistas...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
10/5 - 10/12
$1,596  $1,696
$100 off
10/12 - 10/19
$1,596  $1,696
$100 off
10/19 - 10/26
$1,596  $1,696
$100 off
10/26 - 11/2
$1,596  $1,696
$100 off
11/2 - 11/9
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
11/9 - 11/16
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
11/16 - 11/23
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
11/29 - 12/6
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
12/6 - 12/13
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
12/13 - 12/20
$1,496  $1,596
$100 off
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

SANDCHITO

The charm of a traditional Outer Banks cottage, an ocean view location, and all the modern comforts are combined in this four bedroom, three bath home. 70 yards to beach access. Centrally located within biking distance to Duck, short drive to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...