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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...

268 | Summer Breeze

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Oceanfront-Nags Head, NC. A Memorable Vacation awaits your Entire Family. Beautiful Furnishings, Exquisite Décor, & Endless Ocean Views ensure an...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Luckie Tides 235

Aptly named Luckie Tides, guests can listen to the sound of the waves crashing and enjoy incredible ocean views just steps from the sand at this charming 3 bedroom oceanfront cottage at Milepost 4 in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy modern touches throughout this...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
8/23 - 8/30
$4,389  $4,649
$260 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...

KOKOMO 7

Overview Situated on the ocean's edge, Kokomo 7 is a beautiful Outer Banks home that promises a serene and relaxing beach vacation experience. This unique design perfectly showcases dune and water vistas, so guests can rise and shine to...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 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...

PELICANS NEST SOUNDSIDE

“Pelican’s Nest Soundside” is a peaceful waterfront retreat tucked away on the quiet and scenic soundside of Duck, North Carolina. This inviting 3-bedroom soundfront vacation home offers stunning Currituck Sound views, a private dock, and a...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
8/2 - 8/9
$2,950  $3,225
$275 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,090  $2,269
$179 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,575  $1,707
$132 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,575  $1,707
$132 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,503  $1,627
$124 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,503  $1,627
$124 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,503  $1,627
$124 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,403  $1,489
$86 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,434  $1,489
$55 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,284  $1,339
$55 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,284  $1,339
$55 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,292  $1,339
$47 off
12/27 - 1/3
$1,302  $1,339
$37 off
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

Island Breeze Avon

SOUNDFRONT Avon, Island Creek Resort — Let your cares drift and good vibes flow as you settle into ISLAND BREEZE AVON, one of just 16 homes in a peaceful community with a communal connection to water. Launch both your watercraft and your dreams...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Happy Tales

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsThis well-appointed, well supplied and gorgeously furnished beach home offers something for all ages! Located on the oceanside close to the life-guarded beach, oceanfront community amenities, local...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

6300 - Sea Master

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy on the beach with SPECTACULAR sunrises and ocean views from both levels! Views and sounds of the surf from the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

Dairy Queen, endearlingly called “DQ” by fans, is a soft serve ice cream and restaurant chain serving tasty eats, treats and beverages. 

Watermen’s Bar & Grill boasts a “unique indoor/outdoor design” with spectacular waterfront views and a friendly staff - and “the best coffee, beers and mixed drinks on the Outer Banks.” This includes an exclusive...

Visitors staying in the tri-village communities of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo will be just a stone’s throw away from the unique groceries and great eats they need for a delicious Outer Banks vacation, thanks to Waves Market & Deli. This...