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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...

WV63: Second Sail-Newly Remodeled and Sp...

Located on Middle Road, Second Sail offers a roomy hideaway. Currently undergoing a remodel, this home is being reimagined for enjoyment. Intentionally designed for gathering, the home features a cavernous open living, dining, and kitchen. The home...

  • Ocracoke
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Blind Faith: Beautiful Classic Coastal D...

This elegantly decorated classic coastal-designed home provides a comfortable island vacation. The open floor plan and various interior and exterior spaces provide ample opportunities to relax. The informal ambiance offers high ceilings and an...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Best Surf Fishing Gear for 2025

Once you have your coastal recreational fishing license in hand, it’s time to start thinking about gear. Anglers will find tons of options when it comes to equipment for casting into the surf, from custom designed rods and reels at local...

Beverly's House:  Dog friendly convenien...
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Beverly’s House on British Cemetery offers a pleasant walk or bicycle ride to Silver Lake Harbor, the Community Square, stores, galleries, numerous eateries and fashionable water sports. Protected by native cedars, bay laurel, live oak, and...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2025

You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...

Get Figgy With It:  Beautiful new home f...

Get Figgy With It is a bespoke-constructed home that is cavernous and the three bedroom getaway offers guests a private setting tucked among the trees. This open-concept home offers guests plenty of gathering space with a huge great room plus a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Ocracoke Island Lighthouse

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...

Outer Banks Nature Spots

With 150 miles of pristine coastline, and some of the East Coast's largest swaths of undisturbed maritime forest, the Outer Banks is a popular destination for nature lovers. As an important spot on America's "Flyway," which is the route that...

Weston's House: Ocracoke Condo for 6

Escape to comfort and convenience in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse located in the charming Down Creek area of Ocracoke Island. With a modern, refreshed kitchen featuring new appliances, this home is ideal for preparing meals to share...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Ocracoke Harbor

The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...

Educational Activities

On the Outer Banks, it's easy to throw in a little education in with a vacation filled with fun, adventures, and new explorations.

Bluefin: Nautical and eclectic artwork, ...
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Appreciate an Ocracoke vacation at Bluefin. This cheerful and inspiring home is filled with nautical and eclectic artwork. The kitchen offers an inspiring workspace for the chef in the group. Savor spectacular vistas from the home's interior and...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Best Outer Banks Sunrise Spots

The Outer Banks is famous for its beautiful beaches and stunning views. One of the best ways to experience the beauty of the Outer Banks is to wake up early and watch a stunning sunrise over the Atlantic ocean. With miles of pristine coastline...

Outer Banks Ferry System

Decades ago, one of the only ways to access some of the most secluded areas of the Outer Banks was via a ferry, and this tradition carries on today for thousands if not millions of visitors who want to travel to some of coastal North Carolina's most...

Saltwater Therapy: Pet-Friendly Condo in...

This pet friendly, two-story condo is in the heart of the village within walking distance of harbor, stores, and eateries. This Saturday turn day property has two master suites on the second floor, each with a whirlpool tub and full shower. In...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Take a break during a lengthy Ocracoke village expedition and relax with a hot or cold cup of Joe at this favorite destination that’s designed for lingering and enjoying the local scene. Ocracoke Coffee Co. has been brewing up lots of tasty...