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American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Ocean Oasis

Paradise on the OBX! That’s what describes this lovely beach cottage in South Nags Head, just waiting for you and your family to enjoy! There are fabulous views of the ocean from the decks, Great Room, dining area, or kitchen. The top-level deck...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Heron Cove 203N

Welcome to your dream coastal retreat! Nestled along the picturesque shores of Nags Head, North Carolina, this spacious 3-bedroom oceanfront condo offers a luxurious blend of comfort and breathtaking views. The moment you step inside, you'll be...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

Latitude Adjustment

Located in Duck / 6 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsFeel a Latitude Adjustment in this 4200 square foot vacation rental home with all the amenities you’re looking for!Ground Level: Exterior amenities include a entirely gated private...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

SEA AND EASE

Enjoy superb ocean views and great beach access from this 4,000 sq. ft. home just one house from the beach. Inside find a great room on the top floor remodeled fall 2026 that offers unprecedented elegance and comfort for family gatherings. Outside...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

208 | The Saint

This Oceanfront Cottage offers Outstanding Ocean & Beach Views located near the 20.9 Milepost in South Nags Head.Ground Level: Parking & Steps to Entry.Mid Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, TV, 2 Bedrooms w/Kings, TVs; Full Hall Bath...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

5716 - Crosswinds

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! At Crosswinds, you get the best of the sound and the sea! This fun, family-friendly home is in a great location and gives you everything you need...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Mel's Place ADV3-A3

Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and awe-inspiring sunrise views from your private, furnished balcony at this oceanfront condo in the heart of Kill Devil Hills! A bright, beachy ambiance welcomes you at Mel’s Place, and with a private beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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 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...