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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...

AGAINST THE WIND

Discover AGAINST THE WIND in Southern Shores, a brand new Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental just 135 yards from the beach access. This six bedroom retreat offers six private baths, an elevator, a 32' x 14' private pool, a poolside hot tub...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

GOLDENBERG

Enjoy spectacular ocean views from this stunning and spacious home!Level 1:3 bedrooms (1 with Queen, private bath, deck access; 1 with Twins and 1 with Bunk set and Single share full bath). Sitting area with CATV.Level 2:Beautiful great room with...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/15 - 8/22
$4,185  $5,404
$1,219 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,140  $3,618
$478 off
10/10 - 10/17
$3,209  $3,618
$409 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,543  $2,915
$372 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,543  $2,764
$221 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,463  $2,764
$301 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,676  $2,764
$88 off
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

Flip Flop'n 97-K

Flip Flop’n is a stunning oceanside retreat in the sought-after Section K of Ocean Sands, Corolla, designed for both relaxation and fun. Perfect for active families, this home features a basketball goal, air hockey, and horseshoes, plus multiple...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
8/22 - 8/29
$2,323  $2,733
$410 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...

Thor at the Shore VICT-5

This oceanfront family-friendly Nags Head cottage has everything you need for a fun and relaxing Outer Banks vacation. Wake up early to watch the beach waves and sunrise from your oceanfront deck. Just steps away, across the private Viking Court...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
8/22 - 8/29
$3,753  $4,453
$700 off
8/29 - 9/5
$3,637  $4,337
$700 off
9/12 - 9/19
$3,551  $4,251
$700 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,309  $4,009
$700 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,824  $3,524
$700 off
10/3 - 10/10
$2,604  $3,304
$700 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,692  $3,392
$700 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,502  $3,202
$700 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,491  $3,191
$700 off
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

5607 - Dancing Dunes (formerly Heron Cov...

Community Pool is closed the rest of 2026 due to tear in the liner.Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This spacious, well-maintained dune front condo is located on the first floor...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Beach Therapy

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe – Mirlo Beach – There’s no better place to soothe the soul than at BEACH THERAPY, a newly refreshed eight-bedroom/seven-full and one-half-bath home just steps away from both ocean and sound and worlds away from daily...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

The Sand Jewel

OCEANFRONT Avon — Not a morning person? That may change when you catch the sunrise from THE SAND JEWEL’s wide deck overlooking the dunes and the Atlantic coastline. The glorious site has been known to color your imagination on how great a day...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

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...