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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...

Stuck In The Sand 90-J

Located in the Ocean Sands community, Stuck in the Sand is the perfect cottage for your getaway at the beach. Swim in the pool (12'x29'), soak in the hot tub, walk to the beach or play pool in the game room. Stuck in the Sand is conveniently located...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
6/27 - 7/4
$3,716  $4,216
$500 off
7/4 - 7/11
$3,620  $4,120
$500 off
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...

Lighthouse 494-A

Aptly named Lighthouse, this 7 bedroom, 6 1/2 bath semi-oceanfront home at milepost 15 in the heart of Nags Head is signaling to your family that you have found the perfect spot for your next Outer Banks vacation. Lounge beside the private pool...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Moon Shadow 447

Discover the epitome of an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway at Moon Shadow, nestled conveniently at Milepost 9.5 in Kill Devil Hills. This centrally located haven is your ticket to the perfect OBX vacation, complete with a private pool for your...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

1040 - SeaQuinns

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Added an outdoor dining set so guests can dine alfresco while enjoying the beautiful sunsets over the maritime forest...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

BACI DEL SOLE

Overview Aptly named "Kisses of the Sun", this delightful 7-bedroom semi-oceanfront beach house has been refined with thoughtful details. Located in a tranquil oceanside neighborhood, just north of central Duck, Sea Tern is the ideal...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

Lake's Ocean View

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomAll the amenities of home plus ocean and lake vistas. Six decks for sunbathing or star-gazing. Short walk to the beach. Community pool, tennis/pickle ball courts and the outfitted lake...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
7/10 - 7/17
$3,049  $3,676
$627 off
7/25 - 8/1
$3,049  $3,676
$627 off
9/4 - 9/11
$2,226  $2,647
$421 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,890  $2,227
$337 off
9/19 - 9/26
$1,822  $2,143
$321 off
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

705 | Pier Watch

Watch the comings & goings of the Outer Banks Pier next door from total oceanfront luxury (pier passes provided). High atop a dune w/ stunning views of the Atlantic to the east & beautiful sunset views of the Roanoke Sound & National...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

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...