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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...

THE HAPPY CLAM

The perfect home for a memorable family vacation! The Happy Clam is located in a quiet and peaceful setting shaded by natural pine and oak trees. Just a short walk (200 yards) to beach access, the home is also within two easy miles of shopping and...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/6 - 9/13
$2,238  $2,670
$432 off
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

Reel-M-Inn

Step into Reel-M-Inn, where classic Outer Banks charm meets modern comfort. Just a short stroll from the beach, this inviting cottage offers sunlit spaces, a breezy Screened Porch, and a laid-back vibe perfect for unwinding after seaside...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Due East

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Harbor Ct. - Vistas, Vistas, Vistas in every direction from every room and deck. Appreciate the peaceful pace of the morning as you drink your coffee and observe the Pelicans as they search for breakfast. Watch...

  • Hatteras
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

Four-Sea-Sons 590

Four-Sea-Sons is a lovely home with classic Outer Banks style, just 40 yards to the nice, re-nourished beach, and 4th house back from oceanfront! Ideal location for families with small children, this home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac at milepost...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
8/22 - 8/29
$1,508  $2,378
$870 off
8/29 - 9/5
$1,209  $2,122
$913 off
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...

Miramar

OCEANVIEW Avon - Wahoo Circle - Sensational MIRAMAR, and just two tons from the ocean, is where vacation dreams come true. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac, MIRAMAR offers ocean vistas and access nearly as good as oceanfront. The first level...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

THE SNAIL SHELL

Enjoy the privacy and convenience of Southern Shores! Enjoy beautiful ocean views and only 100 yards to a beach access! Spacious, updated kitchen and living area. Beautiful hardwood and tile floors throughout. 800 plus square feet rec room and pool...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
8/22 - 8/29
$5,012  $5,789
$777 off
9/5 - 9/12
$3,996  $4,593
$597 off
9/12 - 9/19
$3,597  $4,140
$543 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,597  $4,140
$543 off
9/26 - 10/3
$3,597  $4,140
$543 off
10/3 - 10/10
$3,597  $4,140
$543 off
10/10 - 10/17
$3,597  $4,140
$543 off
10/24 - 10/31
$3,159  $3,626
$467 off
10/31 - 11/7
$3,159  $3,475
$316 off
11/7 - 11/14
$3,009  $3,475
$466 off
11/14 - 11/21
$3,231  $3,475
$244 off
12/26 - 1/2
$3,471  $3,475
$4 off
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...

Why Knot

Southern Shores | Oceanside | 7 Bedrooms | 7 Full & 3 Half Baths | Elevator | Private Pool & Hot Tub Make your next Outer Banks getaway unforgettable at Why Knot, a beautifully designed and thoughtfully equipped vacation home in Southern...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
9/6 - 9/13
$3,474  $3,806
$332 off
9/7 - 9/14
$4,272  $4,694
$422 off
9/28 - 10/5
$3,222  $3,526
$304 off
10/4 - 10/11
$3,285  $3,594
$309 off
10/11 - 10/18
$3,285  $3,594
$309 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,595  $2,820
$225 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...