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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...

Holloman House: Dog friendly home with p...
4.7
(3)

Holloman House is a great family and dog friendly home with room to spread out. This bungalow features a living room area on both the first and second floor. Appreciate a walk or bicycle ride to stores and eateries.3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: First floor...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Shell Castle 1st Floor 2BR Villa -Screen...

This first floor Villa offers two bedrooms and two full baths. Two King Beds and a Sleeper Couch.This first floor two bedroom, two bath villa offers a enormous living and dining area, full kitchen, washer/dryer, screened porch, wireless internet...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Ocracoke's Banker Ponies

The Ocracoke Wild Horses, or "Banker Ponies" are easily Ocracoke's oldest residents, and have been plodding along the island for the last few hundred years. These famed horses are arguably one of the island's top attractions, and can be easily...

Sundance:  Spacious waterfront home with...

Located on Pamlico Sound, Sundance is a new Ocracoke Island home offering an striking Ocracoke vacation destination. Sundance offers a roomy interior featuring modern amenities. A reverse floor plan offers spectacular long distance water vistas from...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

After Math:  Comfortable open floor plan...

After Math is a alluring bungalow on a peaceful street within walking distance of the Variety Store and fashionable eateries on the North side of the village. Two queen beds, one in the downstairs bedroom and one in the loft, make After Math ideal...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Outer Banks Real Estate

After a few days of sunny beach afternoons, fantastic local attractions, and all the amenities that attract people to the Outer Banks, many visitors find themselves daydreaming about a more permanent vacation. Whether your ultimate goal is to own an...

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...

Pet friendly cottage perfect for a coupl...
4.8
(85)

This property has been refreshed and ideal for a couple or a modest family. It has a queen bed(sheets are NOT supplied), and pull out cot. The Lucky Buc adjoins the Buccaneer. There is a privacy fence separating the two, but a gate to open up if...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
Rainy Day Activities

No need for a rainy day to dampen the fun on Ocracoke Island. These rainy day activities will ensure that vacationers of all ages will have a blast without the beach.

The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Beach Nut Bungalow:  Two bedroom home in...
5.0
(1)

We Welcome you to Beach Nut Bungalow. This two bedroom Ocracoke Island home is located in Pamlico Point. This trendy neighborhood is close to Ocracoke's pretty beaches, fashionable eateries and the local grocery store. This reverse living home...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Activities for Kids

There may not be any major amusement parks or shopping malls on Ocracoke Island, but kids seem to have no problem staying entertained. On your next Ocracoke Island vacation, be sure and visit these fun, educational and altogether engaging...

Sailing the Outer Banks

Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...

Landshark:  Dog friendly waterfront home...

Savor beautiful vistas from this marvelous Pet Friendly soundfront home. Landshark is located directly on Pamlico Sound. Unwind and relax, appreciate countless vistas from the waterside interior or generously furnished deck.3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: 2...

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

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...

Cedar Island Ferry

Experienced Outer Banks travelers attest that a local ferry ride either to or from the barrier island shorelines is a huge part of the fun, and a relaxing 2.25 hour cruise across the Pamlico Sound is certainly a welcome diversion for many road-weary...