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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

SIR WALTER RALEIGH

Overview Plan your next Outer Banks escape to Sir Walter Raleigh, an eight bedroom Nags Head estate by the sea. This spacious retreat is part of the Nags Head Shores community. Thoughtfully designed to comfortably accommodate large...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
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...

Baby's Dream 315

Baby’s Dream is a place to vacation with all the comforts of home. This intimate beach home has 4 bedrooms, 3 of which are en suites, and is perfect for a family vacation or a couples’ getaway. Views of the Atlantic are sure to help you unwind...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

A SEA-NIC ESCAPE

With open space on both sides in Ocean Sands, “A Sea-Nic Escape” sits only 100 yards from the beach, offering stunning ocean and dune views right from the living room. Tired of just one pool? A Sea-Nic Escape offers two! Enjoy both a private...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
5/3 - 5/10
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/10 - 5/17
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/17 - 5/24
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/24 - 5/31
$2,414  $2,740
$326 off
5/31 - 6/7
$3,100  $3,522
$422 off
6/7 - 6/14
$3,696  $4,044
$348 off
6/28 - 7/5
$4,479  $4,914
$435 off
7/5 - 7/12
$4,727  $4,914
$187 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
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...

Calypso Hatteras

SOUNDFRONT Hatteras — Shoal Dr. — Calypso, the Greek goddess of the sea, was acclaimed for her beauty, which makes CALYPSO HATTERAS fittingly named, as the sunset and sound vistas from this uniquely round home are indescribably delightful...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

Tangled up in Blue

Located in Avon | 4 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomTangled up in Blue is a trendy semi-oceanfront home conveniently located to all Avon Village has to offer. With 4 cavernous bedrooms, a private saltwater pool, hot tub, game room, fire...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

SEAGLASS

Overview From the moment you arrive at Seaglass, you and your entire family will feel welcome and cozy at this special oceanside vacation retreat, with decor that offers easy breezy beach living at its finest. Seaglass features...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

Three Little Birds

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here."Three Little Birds" is an absolutely lovely South Nags Head beach cottage outfitted with your comfort and enjoyment in mind! The private pool is...

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

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...