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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...

5985 - Surf House

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New furniture. NEW FOR 2025: New porch furniture, new mattresses, new kitchen supplies, sand removal and parking improvements. Your...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

Hurricane Hole 275-A

Enjoy your much-needed getaway at Hurricane Hole while vacationing on the Outer Banks. The Hurricane Hole boasts beautiful decor, hardwood floors, granite countertops, expansive wrap-around decks and views of both the ocean and the sound. The entire...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Seaquestered

Have you seen Seaquestered? Stunning décor? Check! Incredible sound views? Check! Top deck hot tub for incredible night sky viewing, including satellite spotting? Check! Great location in prestigious Monteray Shores? Check! Convenient to beach...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

K0101 Emerald Star at Cambridge Cove

Welcome to Emerald Star at Cambridge Cove by KEES Vacations! Centrally located in Kill Devil Hills, this three-bedroom soundside condo is incredible! Great for long or short stays, Emerald Star offers convenience, comfort, and proximity to all...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

SANDCHITO

The charm of a traditional Outer Banks cottage, an ocean view location, and all the modern comforts are combined in this four bedroom, three bath home. 70 yards to beach access. Centrally located within biking distance to Duck, short drive to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

Sea Star

Welcome to Sea Star, where your Corolla vacation begins just steps from the sand. Set in the sought-after Whalehead Beach community and just 120 feet from the beach, Sea Star puts the best of the Outer Banks right outside your door. Mornings begin...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Bowen

Looking for a vacation rental property, just steps away from the beach? Look no further! “Bowen” is a well maintained oceanside cottage, featuring an open floor plan, which is perfect for spending quality time with the family! When you are...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

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

Hatteras Bowls is a lovely gem nestled in the heart of Waves, North Carolina, where food lovers can indulge in the freshest, most flavorful acai and smoothie bowls. Guests are greeted with a warm and friendly atmosphere, making it the perfect stop...

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...