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Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

SANDY PAWS

Relax in this beautiful and spacious oceanside home that meets all your vacation needs. Great for the large family, Sandy Paws is exceptionally equipped and professionally decorated. The large rooms accentuate the comfortable, airy feel of...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

CASA SONADA II

This bright, airy, well-equipped home is located in a quiet, peaceful, low-traffic neighborhood, with paved bike paths and community tennis courts nearby; short walk to beach; easy access to nearby shopping without going on the highways. Separate...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/13 - 9/20
$1,214  $1,477
$263 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,267  $1,477
$210 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,267  $1,477
$210 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,267  $1,477
$210 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,289  $1,477
$188 off
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

Inn at Rodanthe

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe — Featured in “Nights in Rodanthe” If a home could elicit 1,000 sighs, it would most certainly be INN AT RODANTHE, the iconic setting for the movie “Nights in Rodanthe” starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane, based on...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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...

Beach Angel

Welcome to Beach Angel, a beautiful oceanside retreat in Corolla’s popular Ocean Sands community, just a short 100-yard stroll to the beach! With a bright and open floor plan and thoughtful amenities throughout, this well-maintained home is...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

Endangered Species

Discover Endangered Species, a charming oceanfront cottage that evokes the classic beauty of the Outer Banks. As one of the few remaining cottages of its kind, Endangered Species transports you to a time long past while offering all the modern...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

SUNSET

Enjoy spectacular views in an intimate community of Nags Head style townhomes. Each home features 2,000 square feet of living area.Level 1:Great room with sectional sofa, CATV and DVD player; partially covered deck with ocean view; kitchen; dining...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
10/10 - 10/17
$2,494  $2,861
$367 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,032  $2,318
$286 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,032  $2,318
$286 off
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

La Familia

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe - Mirlo Beach - LA FAMILIA, that's what life is really all about, and at 5,945 sq. ft. and 12 bedrooms, you can bring the whole family to this oceanside estate. Located on a private, shallow soundfront beach, this home is the...

  • Rodanthe
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 12 Bathrooms

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

Scattered along the main thoroughfares of the North Carolina Outer Banks, Dollar General stores serve as highly convenient and budget friendly shopping destinations for both year-round locals and summer tourists. With locations strategically...

A superb photography gallery run by Michael Halminski who who knows the area and expresses it poetically. 

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...

Located in the charming community of Waves, OBX Ink is a vibrant tattoo studio that captures the spirit of the Outer Banks with its unique artistry and welcoming atmosphere. Known for its talented artists, each with their distinctive style, this...

From kiteboarding rentals and equipment, to unique summer camps and some of the biggest events on Hatteras Island, there’s certainly a lot for water lovers to discover at Real Watersports. This tri-villages landmark that is world famous with...

St. Waves Plaza is a delightful gathering spot where the charm of the Outer Banks comes to life. Nestled among the picturesque coastal scenery, this vibrant plaza serves as a hub for both locals and visitors to enjoy a leisurely day filled with...

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...