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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.

076 | No Worries

Thoughtful design and attention to detail ensure a Great Vacation for your family at this lovely beach home that offers direct Ocean Access (approx. 2 blocks to Beach) and wonderful views of the Wright Brothers National Monument! Beautifully furnished, No Worries is very well equipped and is near area attractions and restaurants. Ground Level: Parking for 4 Cars, Covered Entry, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, TV, Wet Bar, Full Size Refrigerator, Queen Sleep Sofa, 2 Bedrooms (2 w/Queens, TVs), Full Bath, Access to Patio Area, Private 12x24 Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, 5-6 Person Hot Tub, Enclosed Outside Shower, and Gas Grill.Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (Private Suite w/King, TV, Full Bath; 1 w/King, TV; 1 w/Duo Bunk, TV), Full Bath, Front Covered Deck, and Back Covered Deck Overlooking Pool Area. Top Level: Spacious Living Area, 42 Inch Flat Screen TV, Cathedral Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Access to Back Sun Deck Overlooking Pool Area w/Deck Furniture, Dining Area w/Seating for Ten (10), Well Equipped Kitchen w/Bar Seating for Four (4), and Access to Front Sun Deck w/Deck Furniture. Features include: C/AC - Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, TVs, Wireless Internet, Baby Equipment (High Chair, Booster Seat), Ceiling Fans, and Deck / Pool Furniture. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed.

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions, beach towels, floats, kites, and more. The only 1 stop shop on the beach.

Shore Beats Work OS25

If you're looking for a spacious, family and dog-friendly retreat within walking distance to the beach, Shore Beats Work is the perfect option! This majestic escapade is all about guest comfort and entertainment, no matter the age. The ground-floor game room offers a fun space for entertaining evenings. You will have everything from a full-size pool table, a full-size fridge to keep your snacks and beverages close by, and a TV with a DVD player. This floor also includes two bedrooms, each with TVs and en suite full bathrooms. From here, you and your friends will have direct access to a private backyard featuring an in-ground outdoor pool, an outdoor dining area, and an outdoor shower! The second floor hosts the main living space, which features a well-equipped, eat-in kitchen and an inviting living room. The kitchen is equipped with modern stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, two coffee makers (Keurig and Drip), and a convenient wet bar, in case you would like to treat your friends to tasty cocktails and beverages. The kitchen also features an eight-person dining table for more formal meals and a four-person breakfast bar for when you're in a rush. When it's time to finally unwind after a long, yet fun-filled day, the living room will be waiting for you with comfortable sofas surrounding a TV. This is a great place to snuggle up, read a good book, plan your next moves, or simply gather and enjoy a fun time with your guests. The living area opens up to a deck overlooking the pool with an outdoor hot tub. Additionally, you will find two more bedrooms (each with a TV) sharing a full bath. And last, but not least, the third and upper level offers a secluded bedroom with a private balcony and an en suite full bath. THINGS TO KNOWFor January and February bookings, please contact Vacasa to ensure the hot tub is available.Private Pool Dates: The private pool is open May 1st through October 15th. The private pool is unavailable outside of these dates.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.2 dogs welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay. You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
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 to evening meals are available, and a wide range of retail providers as well as health and beauty services. Beachwear to boats, nutrition to nails and everything in between!

261 | The Beach House

This Nags Head Oceanfront home boasts outstanding Ocean Views & a spacious floor plan that includes 2 Oceanfront Private Suites, Hardwood Floors, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, Private 12x26 Swimming Pool, custom décor, & special touches throughout. Expansive decking & wrap-around porches provide ample space to relax & enjoy the wonderful views & Ocean Breeze that comes in from the Atlantic. The benefit of being located next to Whalebone Junction is the convenience of staying within walking distance from a variety of activities. When staying at The Beach House, guests can easily walk to one of the many kid friendly programs that are put on by the North Carolina Aquarium at Jennette’s Pier. In addition to the activities at the pier, guests will have the ability to walk to get a meal or even some late night ice cream at one of Whalebone Junction’s various venues. Finally, take your children to play at the brand new Whalebone Park which is located directly across the street from Jennette’s Pier! Ground Level: Ample Parking, Covered Entry, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, TV, DVD, Wet Bar w/Full Size Refrigerator, Bedroom w/Queen, Full Bath, Access to Patio Area, Private Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, Enclosed Outside Shower, & Walkway to Beach w/Dune Top Deck. Mid Level: 4 Bedrooms (2 Oceanfront Private Suites w/Kings, TVs, Full Baths, Access to Oceanfront Covered Deck w/Hot Tub, Ocean Views; 1 w/Duo Bunk, TV; 1 w/Queen, TV), Full Bath, & Wrap Around Covered Deck. Top Level: Spacious, Open Living/Dining/Kitchen Area w/Great Ocean Views, Beachy Décor, Lovely Furnishings, Large Screen TV w/Stereo Surround Sound Home Theater System, DVD, CD, Half Bath, 2 Bedrooms (1 w/King, TV; 1 w/Duo Bunk, Bunk Set), Shared Full Bath, 2 Sun Decks, & Covered Deck. Features include: C/AC & Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, 2 Microwaves, 2 Full Size Refrigerators w/Ice Makers, Phones, 7 TVs (one 48 Inch), 4 DVDs, Video/Book Library, Wireless Internet, Sony PlayStation, Ceiling Fans, Baby Equipment (High Chair, Baby Gate, & Port-a-Crib), & Deck & Pool Furniture. No Pets Allowed. This is a Non-Smoking Unit.

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three unique landmarks—The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Whalehead in Historic Corolla ,the Currituck Maritime Museum and the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Outdoor activities such as fishing, crabbing and kayaking the Currituck Sound are welcomed, as are bicycles, kites and leashed pets.

GS-2-K1 Oceanside 2 Bedroom Condo at Gol...

Welcome to Golden Strand by KEES Vacations! Check out this 2-Bedroom, Oceanside condo at the well desired Golden Strand community in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. When you are at Golden Strand, you will feel like you are in paradise. Imagine waking up in the morning and standing on your balcony watching the waves crash on the beach, smelling the ocean air. All condos have oceanfront beach access. If the pool is more your preference, enjoy our outdoor community pool at the complex. There is also a playground for the kids in the family. For added convenience there is an elevator on the premises. This is the perfect vacation rental to make many memories with your friends and/or family. Being located at milepost 7.5, if you feel like leaving your slice of heaven, you are close to pretty much anything you need including restaurants, shopping, and activities. In fact, right across the street is the popular Goombay's Grill and Raw Bar. The Wright Brothers Memorial is really close and a little further south you will come to Jockey's Ridge. This one level oceanside condo features a living room, kitchen, dining area, a Queen En Suite and a Bedroom with 2-Twin Beds with a Full Bathroom next to it. There are two parking spaces for guests. Guests can enjoy the use of the OBX Sports Club with presentation of dated parking pass. **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 6pm 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.Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. 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.

Happy Hour 432

Don't miss out on the thrilling upgrades for the 2025 season! Enjoy a brand-new hot tub, luxurious LVP flooring throughout the entire home, and a stunningly remodeled first-floor bathroom and kitchen. Plus, relax and unwind on the newly added ground-level deck and sitting area—perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful moments outdoors. New Photos coming soon!! Happy Hour is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom home one lot from the ocean! The new owners have added new mattresses to most bedrooms, a new living room sectional, a coffee table, plus a new refrigerator (as of 2022) and a new microwave. With plenty of deck furniture and beach access just three lots away, this home is designed for optimal ocean gazing. Conveniently located in Avon, Happy Hour is in very close proximity to Food Lion and the surrounding shops. No need to worry about carrying the groceries up the stairs, because a Stair Tamer is also available for lifting groceries and luggage into the house. At the top level, you will find the kitchen, dining room, queen bedroom, bathroom, and a contemporary decorated living room with coastal accents featured throughout. The living room is equipped with a new 55' Smart TV with cable. One story below is the remaining bedrooms, bathroom, and laundry space. This level has a cozy pyramid bedroom with the remaining bedrooms all featuring queen-size beds. In addition, all the bedrooms in the house have their own 32-inch smart TVs. With beach access three houses down and ocean views from the deck and the living room, every hour is Happy Hour! THINGS TO KNOWPrivate pools are open for use from the arrival weekends from April 1 to October 13, 2023.Guest will need to use their accounts for streaming on the smart TVs.As of 2022 this home will no longer permit pets. In the event of pet allergies, the Homeowner does occasionally visit with pets in the home and would like the guests to be aware of this should pet allergies be an issue.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.No pets are allowed at this vacation rental.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards, and SUP. Free delivery is available with a modest rental order, from Corolla to Nags Head (not including 4x4 areas). Just for the Beach offers two convenient locations in Corolla and Kill Devil Hills.

452 | Beach Runner

Nicely decorated, comfortable, and well-maintained, Beach Runner cottage is a short walk to the Beach Access and a short walk to the local grocery store. There is a Keurig Coffee Maker for your vacation enjoyment. The central location in Nags Heads is perfect for those looking for a Quiet Area w/easy access to the Ocean, Shopping, Restaurants and Parks. Perfect for your next family vacation! Ground Level: Parking for 3 Cars, Steps to Entry, Laundry Area, Picnic Table, Weber Grill, and Enclosed Outside Shower. Main Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, Flat Screen TV, DVD, 3 Bedrooms (Private Suite w/Queen, TV, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath; 1 w/Queen, TV, 1 w/Double), Full Hall Bath, Covered Deck, and Sun Deck w/Deck Furniture. Features include: C/AC and Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Keurig Coffee Maker, 3 TVs, DVD, Ceiling Fans, Wireless Internet, Deck Furniture, and Corn Hole Boards. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed.

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
7/27 - 8/2
$2,195  $2,395
$200 off
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 experience the Beach Cruiser and Kayak Safari combination tour to paddle in the placid waterways of the wildlife rich Currituck Sound. The Outer Banks Leader in off road Eco-Adventures! Where the Road  Ends....The Adventure Begins.

SH-4 | Sea Oats

Located one house back from the Ocean, Ocean Views, Direct Access to the Beach. The Summer House Cottages are a group of four identical homes situated on the shores of the Atlantic and are the perfect destination for your family, both immediate and extended. Located in serene South Nags Head these homes offer Ocean Views and the Luxury of a Community Swimming Pool (May 26 - Aug 31) for the development. Quiet and peaceful yet convenient to area shopping, dining, fishing, and more. There is a bike path that runs parallel to Oregon Inlet Road (Beach Road) for biking, rollerblading, or taking an evening stroll. Ground Level: Parking for 2 Cars, Steps to Entry, Enclosed Outside Shower, Fish Cleaning Station, and Charcoal Grill. Mid Level: 4 Bedrooms (3 w/Queens, TVs, 1 w/2 Bunk Sets), Full Hall Bath w/Tub/Shower, and Laundry Area. Top Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, TV, DVD, Full Hall Bath w/Tub/Shower, and Sun Deck w/Deck Furniture and Ocean Views. Features include: C/AC - Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, 4 TVs, DVD, Wireless Internet, and Deck / Pool Furniture. Located by SH-1, SH-2, SH-3. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed. For more information about Summer House Cottages visit the link located under Community in the Amenities List.

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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 to evening meals are available, and a wide range of retail providers as well as health and beauty services. Beachwear to boats, nutrition to nails and everything in between!

Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying … or playing … in no time! Always dreamed of being a mermaid? Kitty Hawk Kites carries Fin Fun Mermaid Tails and also offers Mermaid Swim Lessons too! Kitty Hawk Kites also produces more than 20 events annually, including several kite festivals on the Outer Banks.

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and our easy to shop layout allows you to find your next purchase a breeze.

Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand names such as Wicked Tuna, Columbia, Avid, Sunbum, Yeti Coolers, Icemule Coolers, Dude Shoes, Salt Life, Performance Fishing Clothing, Eyewear, Fishing tackle, Surfboards and more!

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