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Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

18S-F | Eighteen South Unit F

Major renovations for the 2026 season have been completed and include new flooring throughout (premium vinyl plank in living area and bedrooms, tile in kitchen and baths), new kichen counters, and freshly painted cabinetry. Great Views of the Ocean...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



VILLA AMARILLA

Six bedrooms, each with a private bath of its own, give everyone in your group room to unwind at Villa Amarilla, a Carolina Designs oceanfront home in Kill Devil Hills. Next door stands Cay Mar, and the two houses can be rented together for...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
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...

Tern Inn

OCEANSIDE Avon – Antillas Rd. – New for 2026! – Birds of a feather vacation together, so gather your flock and TERN INN to your new favorite coastal heaven. This appealing three-bedroom/two-full- and one-half-bath home located on a peaceful...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

A-Frame of Mind

Located in Salvo / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsA-Frame of Mind is your ideal oceanside beach home! This unique home is conveniently located in the Wimble Shores neighborhood of Salvo, you are less than 500 feet from community beach access, yet...

  • Salvo
  • 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...

DUNMUIR

If you’re looking for a great family vacation on the Outer Banks, look no further than “Dunmuir.” This cozy cottage, located in the quiet town of Southern Shores, has four bedrooms and two full baths and is even dog-friendly. Grab your cup of...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
10/17 - 10/24
$1,284  $1,499
$215 off
10/24 - 10/31
$1,284  $1,499
$215 off
10/31 - 11/7
$1,284  $1,348
$64 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,149  $1,348
$199 off
11/14 - 11/21
$1,243  $1,348
$105 off
11/28 - 12/5
$1,281  $1,348
$67 off
12/5 - 12/12
$1,241  $1,348
$107 off
12/12 - 12/19
$1,261  $1,348
$87 off
5/22 - 5/29
$1,688  $1,742
$54 off
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

SOUTHBOUND

Seven bedrooms, seven private baths: at SOUTHBOUND, a Carolina Designs vacation rental in Duck, no one in your group has to share a sink or wait for a shower. An elevator reaches every floor, an EV charger sits at the house, and the Duck Landing...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

SOUND AND SEA

A lush waterfront yard in Duck stretches down to sound waters at Sound and Sea, a soundfront Carolina Designs cottage that provides three kayaks and an inflatable stand-up paddle board (bring own lifejackets) for launching right from your own...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms

Breakwater OBX is a delightful oasis located in the picturesque town of Waves, North Carolina. This charming spot is known for its serene atmosphere and stunning views of the Outer Banks' coastline. Visitors flock to Breakwater for its welcoming...

Cedar Hammock Campground is a hidden gem nestled in the serene landscapes of Waves, North Carolina. This tranquil retreat offers a perfect escape for families and nature lovers alike, providing an inviting atmosphere that encourages relaxation and...

For more than 30 years, Moneysworth Beach Equipment & Linen Rentals has been making your beach vacation packing list shorter and your stay in the Outer Banks more relaxing. With FREE DELIVERY AND PICK-UP to all beach rentals from Hatteras to...

From kiteboarding rentals and equipment, to unique summer camps and some of the biggest events on Hatteras Island, there’s certainly a lot for water lovers to discover at Real Watersports. This tri-villages landmark that is world famous with...