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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.

Keg's

Wow, a great 7 bedroom oceanfront property with private pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, and a full-size pool table inside! Keg's is a fabulous Outer Banks oceanfront resort, designed specifically for the comfort of families. Your loved ones will flip over the ocean views, private pool and hot tub awaiting you at this great property! Unique kitchen layout has breakfast nook for kids or enjoying your morning coffee, in addition to the Great Room dining area. This is also great for cards or board games. The rec room offers a full-size pool table and TV/Media. The kiddie pool allows the adults to relax while littlest ones splash and play. If you must stay plugged into the office Keg's offers wireless internet access so you can get the job done and get back to the beach!Top-Level: Great Room with Smart TV, and Deck Access with Ocean Views, Dining, Kitchen with Breakfast Bar, Screened Porch with Picnic Table, Half Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with Smart TV.Mid-Level: Oceanfront King Master Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; Oceanfront King Master Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; Queen Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; Queen Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; Bedroom with Duo Bunk and Smart TV; Hall Bathroom.Ground-Level: Rec Room with Pool Table, Multi Arcade Game, Wet Bar with Full Fridge, Sitting Area with Queen Sleeper Sofa, Smart TV, Access to Pool Deck, Bedroom with Duo Bunk and Bunk Bed with Smart TV; Hall Bathroom, Cabana Half Bathroom.Extras: Private Pool (12x28), Hot Tub, Wireless Internet Access, Full-size Pool Table, 2 Refrigerators, Gas Grill, Screened Porch, Basketball Goal, Fish Cleaning Station, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Parking: 4 Cars, Milepost 19.Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open from May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025 and May 1, 2026 until October 11, 2026. Pool heat is not an option for this property. Hot tubs are available year-round. Fireplace seen in photos is non-functioning and not available for use.All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.** The cribs seen in photos are no longer at the property. If baby equipment is needed local rental options can be provided. **

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
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.

TOP OF THE HILL

Feel like royalty on Top of the Hill in this pastel beauty. Perfect for your furry family member, this Outer Banks rental has a fenced yard and features a private pool. This 4 bedroom, 4 ½ bath home also has a recreation room and wet bar on the lower level. Top of the Hill is just a short ride from Southern Shores Crossing Plaza.Level 1:Recreation room with large screen TV/DVD player, mini refrigerator, ice maker, wet bar; laundry; bath (with shower).Level 2:3 bedrooms (1 with Queen with deck access, TV, bath with tub & shower (outside access from pool area); 1 with Queen with deck access; 1 with Pyramid bunk); hall bath (with tub & shower).Level 3:Great room with ocean view, 58" TV with DVD player, large kitchen with dining table seating 8 and counter seating 2; bedroom (with Queen, private bath with tub and shower); half bath.

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 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!

Three Little Birds

"Three Little Birds" is an absolutely lovely South Nags Head beach cottage outfitted with your comfort and enjoyment in mind! The private pool is actually ‘private’: This property is located right on the border of the National Park Service preserve. Ocean views from the front deck, along with the ocean breezes will lull you into that ‘island feeling’ over your morning coffee. Beautifully furnished and EVERY BEDROOM HAS ITS OWN PRIVATE BATHROOM! Family-friendly with a huge 75" TV for movie night in the Great Room, and room for the kids to relax in the den. Enjoy your family meals on the screened porch with relaxing ocean views. Relax in the hot tub under a starry sky. Beach access is very close to make it an easy walk with children. For the fishermen in the group, the Outer Banks Pier is just a quick walk down the street. Located in South Creek Acres on a quiet service road, the community pool, and tennis courts are located close by! At "Three Little Birds" you are in another world of quiet afternoons and beautiful days on the beach. Ready to go? Outlet shopping, water sports, pier fishing, restaurants, groceries, and much more are just 5 minutes away.Top-Level: Great Room with 75" 4K Smart TV, Surround Sound, Stereo, Deck Access, Kitchen with Island seats 4, Keurig coffee maker, Dining Table seats 10, Access to Screened Porch, Half Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; King Master Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access. Mid-Level: Den with 55" 4K Smart TV, Mini-Fridge, and Deck Access, Laundry with Washer and Dryer, Half Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access; King Master Bedroom with Smart TV, and Deck Access; Queen Master Bedroom with Bunk Bed and Smart TV; Master Bedroom with Double Bed and Smart TV.Ground-Level: Entrance, storage room, outside shower, fish cleaning station, and gas grill.Extras: Private Pool (12 x 30) (Heat Optional Seasonally), Hot Tub, Wireless Internet Access, Screened Porch, Gas Grill, Basketball Goal, No Smoking, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Parking: 5 Cars, Milepost 18, Distance to the Beach: 490 ft.Community Extras: Community Pool, Community Tennis, and access to Nags Head Golf Links.Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open from May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025 and May 1, 2026 until October 11, 2026. Pool heat is an available option at this property for a fee of $400 plus tax. Hot tubs are available year-round. The fireplace seen in the photos is non-functioning and not available for use.All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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.

814 | OBX Family Escape

Your family will love this great beach cottage that is situated in the heart of Nags Head. The open floor plan provides a comfortable, relaxing environment to spend time together, and the Beach is within easy walking distance - approximately 400 ft. w/Direct Beach Access via Blackman St. Close to Area Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment. Like Golf? Each Rental Guest receives Kilmarlic Golf K Club Privileges. Ground Level: Parking for 3 Vehicles, Exterior Steps to Mid Level Entry, Enclosed Outside Shower, Charcoal Grill, Storage Room, Washer/Dryer, Separate Entrance to Bedroom w/Double, TV, Half Bath. Mid Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, 55 Inch HDTV, Bedroom w/Queen Bed, Full Bath, Partial Covered Deck w/Chairs, and 2 Sun Decks. Top Level: 2 Bedrooms (1 w/King, TV; 1 w/Queen), Full Bath, Loft, and Sun Deck w/Ocean Views. Features include: C/AC and Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, 3 TVs, DVD, Wireless Internet, and Ceiling Fans. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed.

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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.

K6504 Aqua Sol Oceanfront 10 Bedroom Hom...

Welcome to Aqua Sol by KEES Vacations! Nestled against the dune line in Hatteras, this 10-bedroom oceanfront rental with elevator allows for the ultimate OBX vacation! Offering breathtaking ocean views, a private heated pool and hot tub, a home theater room with stadium seating, and a game room featuring both billiard and shuffleboard tables, this home is the perfect property for your Hatteras Island stay. As an oceanfront home, this vacation rental has incredible beach access to and from the house. Don't forget your pet on your Outer Banks vacation, Aqua Sol is also pet-friendly and the beaches on the island are perfect for daily walks and runs. Offering KEES' FlexStay program, you're able to choose your own vacation check-in or check-out dates at no additional cost! If you're looking to get out and explore the barrier islands, this home is well-within driving distance to area attractions like the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. Take a ferry ride south for a day trip to Ocracoke Island, or head north to explore the tri-villages of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo. Spend the mornings kiteboarding or fishing, just make sure to lounge away your afternoons at Aqua Sol! This property has 10 parking spots for guests. **Want added comfort? Consider adding the Heated Pool option! A Heated Pool option can be added upon request for $50 per night of your reservation. This fee is added to your reservation at the time of the request, which must be a minimum of 72 hours before arrival. Pool heat must be added for the entirety of your stay. This pool is heated by a heat pump. An 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.** **Private heated pools will open on April 1st and close on November 1st. Hot tubs are open year-round. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6pm on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter the backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days. No pets allowed in pools.** **Aqua Sol is pet-friendly, so there is no need to leave your pooch at home! For a small one-time fee of $135, you can bring up to two dogs to our pet-friendly property. No cats or other animals, dogs only.** **Special events are welcome at this home! For an additional fee plus tax, you and your party can host a special event. All events require approval via Event Addendum. Please contact KEES for details and arrangements for your special event reservation. Fees vary by property. Please contact Guest Services for more information.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am. First Level Private Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Shower Second Level 2 King En Suites (one is handicap-friendly) /li> Bunk Room Rec Room with Arcade Games Theatre Room Third Level 4 King En Suites Pyramid Bunk En Suite Washer/Dryer Fourth Level 2 King En Suites Dining Room Great Room Kitchen

  • Hatteras
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
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.

Aqua Nights

Your search is over! If you are looking for the perfect Oceanfront home, featuring unobstructed views of the Atlantic and a private walkway to the beach, you have found your match. Aqua Nights is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in South Nags Head, offering uncrowded, widespread beaches for miles. South Nags Head is one of the most desirable vacation communities on the Outer Banks. It is popular for it's natural beauty, outstanding fishing, lack of commercialism, and convenience to many local attractions. This fabulous Outer Banks vacation home is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining for members of all ages!  Start your day off relaxing on the back deck, sipping coffee and watching the waves roll in. You can closely watch the children play in the sand and make memories that will last a lifetime. Take a stroll on the beach, catch some rays, or spend the day fishing on the pier or right in front of the house! On those rainy days, there is still plenty of fun for everyone. Spend the day shooting pool in the Rec Room or watch movies on one of the many Smart TV's throughout the home.  Main Level: Bedroom w/Queen and Electric Fireplace, Bedroom w/Queen, Bedroom w/Bunk Set, Full Hall Bath, Great Room w/Flat Screen TV, Queen Sleep Sofa, Dining Area, Kitchen w/Breakfast Bar, Powder Room, Washer/Dryer, Rec Room w/Pool Table and Access to Fenced-in Patio w/Hot Tub. Upper Level: Master Bedroom w/Queen & Bunk Set w/ Trundle, Full Bath w/Tub/Shower Combo, Access to Oceanfront Deck. **Please be advised a security camera is installed outside the home in this specific location- Overlooking Parking Area; Overlooking the front yard; E side of home facing the Ocean; Overlooking HVAC Units**

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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 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.

5852 - Lega Sea

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New for 2024: Pool heater. Located on the oceanfront lies Lega Sea! This charming OBX rental home offers the perfect blend of comfort and seaside bliss, boasting four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it an ideal retreat for families and groups seeking a memorable beachside experience. Lega Sea is situated right on the oceanfront, offering stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. You can wake up to the soothing sound of the waves and enjoy direct access to the sandy shores just steps from your door making beach days a breeze. Plus, you can have fun in the sun right at home. Enjoy your own private pool and hot tub, just steps away from the beach. You'll be able to unwind, soak up the sun, and take in the beauty of the Outer Banks. Inside Lega Sea, you'll find a living area that features a flat-screen TV, plenty of seating, and front-row seats to beautiful ocean views. The living area also allows you access to the furnished sun deck; perfect for enjoying morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the ocean. When it's time to prepare meals during your stay, the kitchen has everything you need including plenty of counterspace. With breakfast bar seating for 3 and dining room seating for 8, there's plenty of space for family meals. Lega Sea provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable beach vacation with its oceanfront location, private pool, hot tub, and comfortable accommodations. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, this rental property in Nags Head is sure to meet your every need and create lasting memories of your Outer Banks getaway.9221 S Old Oregon Inlet Road, Nags Head, NC 27959 AMENITIES: Private Heated Pool, (18'x9', heated for additional $375/wk), Hot Tub, Direct Beach Access, Oceanfront Views, Outside Shower Sun Deck, Charcoal Grill, Picnic Table, 2 Refrigerators, 4 TVs, WiFi Internet Access, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, Keurig Coffee Maker, Crock Pot, Griddle, Electric Fireplace.BEDDING:1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, 2 Bunk BedsLEVEL 1:Outside Shower, Utility Room with 2nd Refrigerator.LEVEL 2:King Bedroom with TV, Queen Bedroom with TV, Bedroom with 2 Twins and TV, Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds, 2 Full Bathrooms.LEVEL 3:Living Area with TV and Electric Fireplace, Dining Area, Kitchen, Half Bathroom. 

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

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