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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...

TURTLE TIME

Turtle Time gives all nine bedrooms a private bath of their own, a rarity even among the large soundfront homes Carolina Designs represents in Corolla. An elevator to every floor and a private soundfront walkway with a launch set this Monteray...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 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...

BOBBIS BUNGALOW

“Bobbi’s Bungalow” is tucked away in a small Oceanfront community with a community pool and tennis court. Fun attractions, shopping and great restaurants are only a short walk away! This beautiful duplex will give you the perfect backdrop to a...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
9/19 - 9/26
$2,803  $3,219
$416 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,803  $3,219
$416 off
10/3 - 10/10
$2,803  $3,219
$416 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,803  $3,219
$416 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,261  $2,581
$320 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,261  $2,581
$320 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,325  $2,431
$106 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,174  $2,431
$257 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,226  $2,431
$205 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,385  $2,431
$46 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,324  $2,431
$107 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,354  $2,431
$77 off
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

BEECH TREE RETREAT

Your cozy beach home away from home.Tucked away in the lush trees and foliage, this home is truly a retreat!  This quaint and peaceful neighborhood is the perfect location for your next relaxing Outer Banks vacation.“Beech Tree Retreat” is a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
9/12 - 9/19
$1,454  $1,804
$350 off
9/19 - 9/26
$1,454  $1,804
$350 off
10/3 - 10/10
$1,398  $1,550
$152 off
10/10 - 10/17
$1,413  $1,550
$137 off
10/17 - 10/24
$1,228  $1,340
$112 off
10/24 - 10/31
$1,228  $1,340
$112 off
11/7 - 11/14
$1,143  $1,190
$47 off
11/14 - 11/21
$1,152  $1,190
$38 off
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...

K7301 Seashell Serenity 4 Bedroom Home a...

Welcome to Seashell Serenity at The Tides Oceanfront Community by KEES Vacations! New for 2026: Village Beach Club and Westside Athletic Club included with your stay! At The Tides, you can indulge in a unique vacation experience like no other...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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...

ARABELLA

Arabella assigns a private bath to every one of its ten bedrooms, ten full baths plus two half baths in all, so no one in your group ever waits in line. This oceanfront Carolina Designs retreat at Milepost 8 in Kill Devil Hills also brings an...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

5630 - Sweet Carolina

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Sweet Carolina is a charming oceanfront condo located in the heart of Nags Head. This inviting retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

Dad's Mercedes, Mom's Dream

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis home will impress, you'll appreciate all the furnishings and flat-screen TVs in each bedroom. The dog can savor vacation as well with a completely fenced courtyard to romp and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...