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Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

Mullen Sandpiper

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Mullen Sandpiper is a classic Outer Banks beach cottage that keeps things simple, clean, and easy—just the way an OBX getaway should be. Located just...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

OCEAN LUXE

Discover OCEAN LUXE in Kill Devil Hills—a Carolina Designs oceanfront estate where 21 bedrooms meet unparalleled Atlantic Ocean access. This exceptional vacation rental sits directly on beautiful Kill Devil Hills beaches, designed as the ultimate...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • 21.5 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...

Doubletree Dockside A-130

Boasting access to the Pamlico Sound, as well as awesome canal and sound views, Doubletree Dockside is perfect for water sports enthusiasts and boaters.This traditional Hatteras beach cottage offers a private boat dock at the house and access to a...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Sea Reunion

Located in the Heart of Nags Head, Sea Reunion is the perfect vacation home for your next family reunion! Along with quaint, cozy furnishings, and soothing coastal colors, Sea Reunion offers picturesque views of our white sandy beaches and blue...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

SEA CASTLE

Discover SEA CASTLE in Nags Head—a Carolina Designs oceanfront retreat where 9 bedrooms, elevator access, and a 30x16 private pool create the ultimate OBX vacation experience. This professionally designed seaside sanctuary sits on the ocean's...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 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...

Footloose

Located in Corolla/ 7 Bedrooms/ 7 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomThis Semi-Oceanfront home has everything for a carefree vacation experience! It is located one lot from the corner beach access and has great ocean vistas, handsome furnishings...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
9/23 - 9/30
$3,795  $4,943
$1,148 off
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Blue Dolphin

OCEANSIDE Buxton — Buxton Pointe Ct. — Welcome to BLUE DOLPHIN, a brand new six-bedroom/five full and one-half bath home that embraces the spirit of its joyful and graceful namesake. There’s a lot here to bring out your own pod’s social and...

  • Buxton
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms

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

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...

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...

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...