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Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the world. We will assist you in finding the vacation rental that best suits your group's style and preferences to make your time on the Outer Banks as relaxing and memorable as possible.

753 | Summer Nights

"Summer Nights" is an Outer Banks vacation oasis. This breathtaking home has all the amenities, luxury, and convenience needed for a wonderful Outer Banks vacation. Located at milepost 3.2 makes this vacation paradise quick and easy to reach and convenient to all restaurants and activities! Situated only 400 feet from the Beach w/direct access, this outstanding home provides 4 levels of decking/patio for you to relax, enjoy the breezes and views of the Atlantic Ocean. Ground Level: Parking for 5 Cars, Garage Storage Area, Elevator to All Levels, Rec. Room w/Pool Table and Shuffleboard, Stereo, Wet Bar w/Refrigerator, Smart Roku TV, Electric Fireplace, Private Suite w/Queen, Full Bath w/Roll-in-Shower; Access to Patio Area w/Outside Speakers, Enclosed Outside Shower, Half Bath, Private 14x33 Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, Outdoor Bar, Kids Playhouse, Swings and Slide, Volleyball Court, Putting Green, Horseshoe Pit, Corn Hole Boards, Outdoor Furniture, Pergola w/Picnic Table, and Gas Grill. Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (2 Private Suites w/Kings, Smart Roku TVs, Full Baths; Private Suite w/2 Bunk Sets, Smart Roku TV, Full Bath), Laundry Area, and Covered Deck w/Hot Tub and Deck Furniture. Top Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, Dining Table w/Seating for 10, Bar Seating for 3, Large Smart Roku TV, Half Bath, Private Suite w/King and Full Bath, Sun Deck, Covered Deck, Observation Deck, Great Ocean Views, Deck Furniture and Swing. Features include: C/AC - Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, 2 Microwaves, 5 Ceiling Fans, 7 Smart Roku TVs, Wireless Internet, and Deck and Pool Furniture. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed.

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish cleaning facility and an official North Carolina Citation weigh station.

279 | Southern Charm

Southern Charm is an exceptional, well-appointed vacation home that offers lovely touches throughout along w/ the luxury of having your own Private 12 x 24 Swimming Pool , Hot Tub, Community Pool & Tennis. Charming & beautifully decorated, this home has a Handicap Ramp to all levels, a large yard that is great for outdoor activities, & is within easy walking distance of the Beach (less than 400 Ft. to Beach Access). Take a dip in the pool, walk on the beach or ride your bike to the Outer Banks Fishing Pier & Fish Head's Restaurant for a great time! This home has a Very quiet, relaxing location w/views of the Ocean, Sound, & Cape Hatteras National Seashore Park. Come unwind and enjoy the Outer Banks experience. Ground Level: Parking for 4 Cars, Covered Entry, Handicap Ramp, Private Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, Hot Tub, Basketball Hoop, Volleyball, & Enclosed Outside Shower. Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (Private Suite w/Queen, TV & Full Bath, 1 w/Queen, & 1 w/2 Bunk Sets), Full Hall Bath, Laundry Area, & Wrap Around Covered Deck. Top Level: Spacious Living/Dining/Kitchen Area w/Gas Fireplace, TV, DVD, Ocean to Sound Views, Bedroom w/King, TV, & Full Bath, Florida Room Overlooking the National Park, & 2 Sun Decks. Features Include: C/AC & Heat, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Phone, TVs, DVD, Stereo w/CD, & Deck & Pool Furniture. No Pets. This is a Non-Smoking Unit. To see more about the community amenities visit the South Creek Acres information page.

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find them at the Lone Cedar Café. Since it first opened in 1996, Basnight’s has been the restaurant where all the movers and shakers in the state would eat when they visted the barrier islands. Owned by Outer Banks native and former state Sen. Marc Basnight and his family, the restaurant, located on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway, is busy nearly all year long. But its lineage is not the reason it’s become so popular. Lone Cedar can boast that it serves only fresh local seafood caught by local fishermen, as well as the freshest North Carolina produce available.

SAND PIPER IN FOUR SEASONS

Overview Providing a floor plan perfectly designed with ample gathering areas and private retreats, Sand Piper in Four Seasons offer guests thoughtful amenities, tasteful upgrades, and stylish furnishings and decor. This vacation home has landscaped grounds, beautiful shade trees and expansive wraparound decks that offer peaceful community views. Situated in the award-winning gated community of Four Seasons, vacationers have access to a clubhouse with indoor pool, fitness center and game room, outdoor pool and tennis courts, playground and a free seasonal trolley. Water access is easy utilizing the sidewalk behind the home that leads east to a community beach access with parking and west to the community soundside pier and a multiuse pathway into Duck for shopping, restaurants and family friendly activities. Ground Floor Rec room with pool table and bar King with private bath Bedroom with pyramid bunk and twin bunk Shared full bath, laundry Rain or shine, all are welcome to gather in the ground floor recreation room. This trendy space is equipped with a pool table, ceramic tile flooring, 65" Smart TV and console, SONOS sound system, and a bar with sink and mini fridge. A king suite on this level has a Smart TV, direct patio access, and a private bathroom. A cheerful second bedroom is furnished with a pyramid bunkset, twin bunkset, and a Smart TV. A hallway full bathroom is available to this bedroom and those in the rec room, and a laundry facility with large capacity washer and dryer is centrally located. A sliding glass door in the rec room provides easy access to the outdoor amenities. A covered patio is home to two outdoor showers, and a protective fence surrounds a refreshing private pool with lounge furniture for sun worshippers. A poolside gas grill and dining table create the perfect place for casual outdoor meals. At twilight, relax into a bubbling hot tub to star gaze and recount special memories of your beach vacation. Read more about Ground Floor First Floor King with private bath Two queen bedrooms (one with private bath) Bedroom with two twins Shared full bath Stairs lead to a wonderful assortment of bedroom retreats on the first floor, all with Smart TVs, ceiling fans, and direct deck access. Two suites with private bathrooms are available, one with a king bed and the second with a queen bed. A family suite consists of a bedroom with a queen size bed that shares a full hallway bathroom with a bedroom furnished with two twin beds. A wraparound covered deck offers seating, hammocks, and swings to relax and unwind in a lovely treed setting. Read more about First Floor Second Floor Great room Dining area Kitchen Lofted sitting area King with private bath An expansive bank of windows brings beautiful natural light into the second floor great room featuring glistening hardwoods, vaulted ceilings and a soothing palette of sea foam green. The living area consists of two comfortable sofas (one with queen sleepsofa), cozy armchair, seasonal gas fireplace and a 55" Smart TV with home theater surround sound, Xbox 360 KINECT and Netflix. A half bathroom is conveniently located on the landing between the first and second floors. A fully-stocked kitchen features ample countertops, storage, a closet pantry, side-by-side refrigerator with icemaker, range/oven, microwave, two dishwashers, Keurig, and crock pot. Casual bar seating for four is at the kitchen island, and an elegant dining table has seating for ten guests. Stairs lead up to a sun-filled loft with a table and four chairs, ideal for morning coffee, quiet conversations and board or card games. Great room doors open to a furnished sun deck to enjoy views and fresh sea breezes with a portion covered to provide a respite from the sun. A private bedroom suite completes the top level and features a king bed, armchair, direct covered deck access, and a luxury bathroom with dual sink vanity, shower, and Jacuzzi tub. Read more about Second Floor Updates for 2026: SONOS sound system added; total renovation of top floor king bathroom; larger TV in great room. Subject to change until complete.Updates for 2025: Middle floor bathrooms redone; the two dishwashers and the mini fridge replaced; handrail added to pool steps. Updates for 2024: New flooring in the rec room, new arcade game in rec room, new flooring, fixtures, and vanity in ground floor shared bath, new area rug and armchair in great room, pavers added by the grill and hot tub to make for additional room for lounge chairs, top floor deck refinished. Updates for 2023: Fresh exterior paint, new bedroom furniture and paint in one of the queen bedrooms and the twins bedroom on the middle floor.Complimentary Gift! One dozen Duck Donuts provided to guests by homeowners. Pool: Saltwater pool heated by heat pump. Ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.Community Note: Community tennis and pickleball are available for guests. Please note that vehicles must be parked in the driveway of the home, on-street parking is not available. Trailers, boats, and mobile homes can't be parked in Four Seasons unless they are enclosed in a home's carport/garage. Only licensed drivers can operate golf carts in the community. If you choose to rent a golf cart, register it at the community clubhouse before operating it in Four Seasons. The Town of Duck has beach equipment policies to help keep visits to the shore enjoyable and safe.

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping Center in Corolla, Mike Dianna's Grill Room is owned and operated by a true Corolla local who grew up here and has lived in the area since 1984.

DREAM AWHILE

Overview This expansive retreat is situated on an extra large, seventy-five foot wide prime oceanfront lot. Beautifully furnished with upscale amenities, Dream Awhile is steps to the sparkling Atlantic, and offers a direct view of the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Ideally designed for large travelling groups, guests who reserve Dream Awhile will be treated to seven bedrooms with private baths, an open great room with memorable ocean views, a fully equipped recreation room, private home theater and abundant oceanfront outdoor amenities. Interior features include wainscoting, ceramic tile, hardwood floors and granite countertops, combining classic Carolina charm with modern amenities. Ground Floor Rec room with pool table Home theater room Bedroom with pyramid bunk, trundle, and private bath Bedroom with two pyramid bunks and private bath Half bathLaundry Entertainment options abound on the lower level promising endless hours of vacation fun! The recreation room has a regulation size pool table, arcade machine, pub chair seating, table with four chairs, mounted flat screen TV, and counter with sink and dishwasher. The home theater is furnished with plush, tiered leather seating, extra large flat screen TV, surround sound and Playstation 2. Bedding options include one room with a pyramid bunk and trundle, and a second with two pyramid bunks, both with mounted flat screen TVs and private baths. A half bathroom and laundry facilities with full-size refrigerator is centrally located. Doors lead to the outdoor amenities surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. This resort-style backyard oasis offers guests a custom designed pool with wet deck (or wading pool) and waterfall, poolside furnishings, hot tub and a shaded poolside cabana. Additional amenities include surround sound speakers, outdoor foosball table, concrete cornhole boards, gas grill, picnic table, fish cleaning station, two outdoor showers, tiled steam shower, and foot shower. A commercial icemaker is located in the exterior room beside the steam shower. Covered and sun decks are well furnished with colorful deck chairs, tables and rocking chairs. A private beach walkway with dune-top gazebo allows for easy trips to and from the sandy beaches and rolling surf of the Atlantic. Read more about Ground Floor First Floor Four kings with private baths Wrap-around covered deck The first floor is dedicated to four elegant king bedroom, all with flat screen TVs and private bathrooms, and one with direct sun deck access. An expansive wrap-around covered deck is well furnished for shady enjoyment of the sights and sounds of this oceanfront location. Read more about First Floor Second Floor Great room Dining area Kitchen King with queen sleepsofa and private bath The top level great room features expansive ceilings, hardwood flooring and floor to ceiling windows for sunlight and sweeping ocean views. Comfortable seating is arranged around a flat screen TV, seasonal fireplace and custom built-in surround that includes a wet bar with granite countertop. Additional features include Soundbar with surround sound and a Sony stereo with iPod and CD capabilities. Two dining areas are available to accommodate guest meals, and include oceanfront dining at a table for ten and a second table for ten guests that offers views of the Wright Brothers Memorial. An elegant kitchen will be the delight of family chefs and features ceramic tile flooring, spacious granite countertops and bar seating for five for casual dining. Stainless steel appliances include a full refrigerator with ice maker, range/stove, microwave and a dishwasher. A Keurig is available as well as two standard drop coffee makers. A half bathroom is conveniently located, and doors lead to furnished decks to enjoy ocean and sunrise vistas. A grand king bedroom on this level offers a four-poster bed, ocean views, sun deck access, an oceanside sitting area with a queen sleepsofa and two armchairs, a walk-in closet, and a luxury private bathroom with dual sink vanity, Jacuzzi tub and custom tile shower with glass door. Read more about Second Floor Updates for 2025: New seating, carpet, furnishings, a larger TV, and fresh paint in the theater.Updates for 2023: New flooring throughout, pool table in rec room refelted, commercial icemaker added to property.Pool: Pool heated by heat pump. Ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
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 kite boarders, windsurfers and mother nature’s best sunsets.

K0501 Station One's First Flight at Stat...

Welcome to Station One's First Flight at Station One by KEES Vacations! If you're looking for a perfect condo for your family, you've found it at Station One! Enjoy a convenient first-floor location for your Outer Banks vacation. Just two short blocks from the beach access, this lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath vacation condo definitely has plenty of charm and charisma! As you enter the cheerful living room, you will love the comfy coordinating sofas - one which is a sleeper sofa - with plenty of tables for your drinks and snacks! You can enjoy a movie together or your favorite TV show on the 65-inch flat screen TV. Or just take this opportunity to spend some time together as a family as you create wonderful new vacation memories! The cozy dining area has a wood table and chairs for 4. Additional family members can join in on mealtime at the two stools at the breakfast bar. A step-saver kitchen has everything you need to create the night's dinner or prepare snacks for the beach. And of course, the most important thing - a microwave for popcorn for the movies! The En Suite features a Queen bed and the second bedroom has a Duo bunk. A second full bath in the hall offers additional privacy and convenience. Craving a late-night burger? Station One is a less than 5-minute walk to the local favorite, Jack Brown's Beer and Burger Joint. If Thai food is more your style, Thai Room is just a short walk away as well. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, Station One is conveniently located to many other restaurants, shopping, and grocery stores. You'll also be in close proximity to the Wright Brothers Memorial. Let Station One become your next vacation spot! This property has 2 parking spots for guests. Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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 4 locations. Visitors are treated to a unique shopping experience in our main store in Jarvisburg, as well as our beach stores in Corolla, Duck, and Nags Head. Explore room after room filled with décor for your home and coastal fashions for both men and women. Discover the brands you really want, like, Vera Bradley, Vineyard Vines, La Mer Luex, Simply Southern, Lindsay Phillips, Scout, Pandora, Kameleon, Brighton, Spartina, Tommy Bahama, Southern Tide and Salt Life and Old Guys Rule - all under one roof!   Don’t forget the gourmet market, or shop our beautiful linens for your bedroom and bath. We also feature coastal books and fine art, or just a whimsical fun gift to bring home to family and friends. Stop by soon and don’t forget to try our estate grown wines in our stores or visit our vineyard and winery, Sanctuary Vineyards, located adjacent to the original Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg.   Most know The Cotton Gin as a must-stop shop for fine gifts, beachwear, souvenirs and so much more, but this retailer has a long-standing history within the Outer Banks. A local landmark that holds almost a century of memories, The Cotton Gin started from humble beginnings and continues to adapt to the times and tourists. Tommy Wright’s family has been in the Outer Banks for nearly 200 years. His great-great grandfather, Jacob Francis Wright, shipwrecked in Duck back in the early 1800s. Calling these barrier islands his new home, Wright and his family acclimated to their new environment.   Adaptation is a common theme for the Wright family. Tommy and his wife Candace, who continue to steer The Cotton Gin, have seen not only their business change with the times, but the Outer Banks as a vacation destination as well. A farm market in Jarvisburg eventually transformed and flourished into several retail locations dotting the Outer Banks.   “As the area changed and tourism took off in the 1960s, the family saw people coming for vacations, so they began to grow vegetables and things developed from there,” says Tommy Wright. The Wright family expanded upon the farm market and began to remodel a working cotton gin, later transforming the gin into The Cotton Gin general store in the late 1960s. While the additions to the farm store drew visitors, it was their encounters with the Wright family that kept people coming back year after year, which is something that remains true today.

HD-309 High Dunes 2 Bedroom Condo 309

Welcome to High Dunes Resort by KEES Vacations! Your oceanfront condo awaits. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, High Dunes Resort condos feature 2-Bedrooms and 2-Bathrooms, living room, expansive full kitchen with two bar stools, a dining area for the whole group to hang out, and a deck facing the ocean. The couch pulls out into a bed providing even more sleeping space. Enjoy the convenience of a deck off each of the bedrooms. You can open your door when you awake and smell the ocean. The Queen Bedroom includes a vanity for getting ready for your night out on the Outer Banks! Imagine grabbing your cup of coffee in the morning and heading out onto your private deck to take in the sights and sounds of the ocean. The warm sun on your face as you prepare for a fabulous day on the Outer Banks. The condo has a community pool, a playground for the kids, grills, and picnic tables. Your condo is near several amazing restaurants, near the Wright Brothers Memorial and close enough to everything the area has to offer. You will certainly enjoy this awesome vacation spot! This property has 2 parking spots for guests. **Private outdoor community pools and/or waterpark play areas are available, weather permitting, beginning on Memorial Day and close after Labor Day. Please know that pool operating dates are subject to change at any point, for any reason. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6 p.m. on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Please check-in at the lobby of High Dunes. Check-Out is 10am.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 30 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 550 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 13-bedroom luxury estates. Whether you’re counting down to a beloved family vacation, getting away for a long weekend, or planning a special event, our homes represent a variety of lifestyles and locations, with amenities and furnishings such as elevators, private pools and gourmet kitchens to more simple pleasures like wraparound porches, dune-top gazebos, and oceanfront hammocks made for afternoon naps.

5140 - Hello Beaches

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Hello Beaches, you've arrived at the perfect Outer Banks vacation rental, which is only a few minute walk to the beach. Hello Beaches is a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom Kill Devil Hills vacation rental located near some of the best shopping, dining, that OBX offers! Take a short walk and dine at Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar or head over to the Avalon Pier. At the pier, you can play games in the arcade, grab a bite to eat or a cold drink at Stoney Spencer's, and even walk on the pier and watch fishermen reel in their catch of the day. Don't forget the family pup! Hello Beaches is a pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation rental. At Hello Beaches, you'll be greeted by the beach-inspired decor and an open living area. Complete with a flat-screen TV and comfy seating, it's the perfect place to spend time with your friend and family during your stay. The kitchen features everything you need to prepare meals during your stay and with a dining room table seating for 6, everyone will be able to enjoy those homecooked meals together. Each bedroom is tastefully decorated and features flat-screen TVs so you can relax, unwind, and get a good night's sleep! Hello Beaches also offers an outdoor shower for rinsing off the salt and sand from long beach days, a charcoal grill, and a covered sitting area! Hello Beaches has everything you need and more to make your next vacation in Kill Devil Hills simply unforgettable. Distance to Beach: Approximately 388 Yards102 Wilson Street, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 | MP 6BEDDING:1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa, 1 Twin Cot AMENITIES:Charcoal Grill, Picnic Table, Outside Bathroom, Outside Shower, 3 TV's, WiFi Internet, Games, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, Keurig Coffee Maker, Crock PotLEVEL 1:Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room with TV and Queen Sleeper Sofa, Bedroom with King Bed and TV, Bedroom with Queen Bed, Twin Cot, and TV, Full Bathroom.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge grassy lawn, restrooms, showers, a 200 foot pier and plenty of room for you to spend the day. Since 1979 Nor'Banks has been one of the finest sailing operations on the East Coast offering Flying Scots, Hobie Cats and quality private sailing instruction for all ages. Their custom private lessons are excellent for sailors looking to brush up on their skills, those new to the sport and for families that want to share time on the water together.   Nor’ Banks has continued to expand over the years and now offers one of the most complete water sports centers on the Outer Banks. This is truly one-stop shopping for water sports! Nor'Banks boasts new equipment every year and a strong commitment to your fun and safety. You can rent the latest WaveRunners from Yamaha or explore a giant labyrinth of marsh islands and cruise the secluded shores of Dew's Island in search of wild Spanish mustangs on an epic WaveRunner Tour.   Captain James and crew are back aboard Icarus II, Nor'Banks' big yellow parasail boat, and Captains Ken and Sean are guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of participants and spectators alike on their private wake boarding, waterskiing and tubing charters.   Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) has become one of the most popular and fastest growing water sports in the country and Nor'Banks is a great place to paddle. With shallow, warm water and a sandy bottom, their location is an ideal spot to learn. Nor'Banks offers SUP rentals and clinics, as well as double and single kayaks rentals as well as the new Hobie Mirage Eclipse SUP and Mirage Drive kayaks. New for 2017, Nor'Banks even has high-end fiberglass and epoxy surfboard rentals.

Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a factual narration on the bottlenose dolphin, a type of dolphin found along the Atlantic coast. Dolphin mating and birthing can be observed on many cruises. 

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 organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given names, like “Rake,” “Scarlet,” and “Onion.”  

Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish cleaning facility and an official North Carolina Citation weigh station.

Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots to catch blue crabs and trawl for shrimp the same way that the local commercial fishermen do. You’ll learn about the species caught and how to sort through the catch – and everything of legal size is yours to keep for dinner! Along the way you’ll look for dolphins and other wildlife and see the sights in the Roanoke Sound and Croatan Sound. Based at Shallowbag Bay Marina in Manteo, our Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter is convenient to all the northern Outer Banks beach towns, only 5 minutes from Nags Head. We run charters in the summer only, from mid-June through September.

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

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" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at (877) 359-8447

Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must be purchased 30 minutes or further in advance of your cruise departure time either online, by phone or onsite. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your cruise.

Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest dolphin boat­, with a canopied top, cushioned seats and restroom. Sunset Dolphin Cruises runs daily. Departs from the Wanchese Docks on Roanoke Island. Get ready to see some of the most beautiful wildlife you have ever seen!

Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and providing us with an abundant amount of shells , fish and sealife to see. We offer an array of adventures. We love to snorkel, clam, take a tour around the old village creeks. We take the kiddos on a hermit crab adventure and take you to find some sea glass. If you've wanted to find your very own shark tooth, we even have a spot to look for those. If you like bird watching, you will be astounded at the variety of birds we can observe, often up close. We can do some fishing, along with just enjoying the luxurious views. No crowds, set itinerary, or chaos. Just your ultimate escape aboard one of our inshore vessels. 

Crystal Dawn Head Boat

Climb Aboard the Crystal Dawn Head Boat and Enjoy an Awesome Day of Head Boat Fishing or an Amazing Sunset Cruise! Bring the Whole Family! Fish for a variety of species, including spot, croaker, flounder, grey trout, speckled trout, puppy drum, sea mullet, blues, sea bass and a more. All bait, rod, reel, tackle, fish bags and fishing license are provided. This is a great trip for both anglers and non-anglers to fish and take in some sunshine and spectacular views! We provide everything you'll need to fish! Coolers welcome!

The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina

The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is a beautiful event venue with waterfront views from every seat. When planning a wedding on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, there is no other location that can compare to Pirate’s Cove. Our destination, nestled in the Roanoke Sound, is the perfect setting for your wedding, reception or both. We are one of the only waterfront facilities equipped for large or small crowds with plenty of room for special guests. The venue is also available for many other types of events, such as corporate events, reunions, community/charitable benefits, galas, proms, art shows, and flea markets! No matter what the occassion, The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is the perfect destination to provide you and your guests a truly unique and memorable occasion.

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