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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...

Miss Elecia Garrish Home: Dog friendly, ...

Unwind in one of the rockers or on the porch swing. Read or dream your hours away on the porches of this huge historic Ocracoke Island home. Located on a peaceful, dead-end lane in the heart of the village, this dog-friendly home is modernized while...

  • Ocracoke
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Mattie Midgette Cottage:  A taste of old...
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This excellent historic bungalow is tucked down a modest village lane off Lighthouse Road. Savor a short walk to the close by Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer's Point Nature Preserve, or Silver Lake Harbor. Mattie Midgett Cottage is located in a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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...

Crab Shack: Ocracoke Cottage within walk...

Crab Shack is a cozy Ocracoke bungalow completely refurbished and located in the Sunset Village neighborhood. It is a short, convenient walk to the Ocracoke Coffee Shop or a short golf cart ride to galleries, and eateries. This bungalow offers a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Ocracoke Beach Information

All of the beaches along Ocracoke Island are part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and as such, National Park Service (NPS) rules and regulations apply to every stretch of shoreline. Keep these following rules, regulations and NPS ordinances...

Soundfront Inn:  Spacious historic home ...

Located at the end of a winding lane, The Soundfront Inn is located on a cavernous, historic property on the shores of the Pamlico Sound. This older home transports you to a 'by gone era'. You are invited to return to a simpler time. The Soundfront...

  • Ocracoke
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Fun Facts about Ocracoke

Check out our list of fun facts about Ocracoke, NC.

Surfing on the Outer Banks

Forget Hawaii and California - on the East Coast, the best place for surf is on the Outer Banks, and this region is renowned as one of the best surfing destinations from New York to Florida. Surfers from all over the country and the world flock to...

Casa de Amor: Fabulous pet friendly home...
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You will appreciate this magnificant well-appointed bungalow aptly named Casa de Amor. Appreciate the village vibe from the cavernous wraparound porch or walk to coffee stores, eateries, stores, and galleries. There is an broad kitchen that is great...

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

The 10 Best Beach Canopies & Umbrellas for 2025

Beach canopies and umbrellas create shade, lower ambient temperatures and block UV rays on hot, sunny Summer days. Sitting under the canopy of a quality beach umbrella can make the difference between comfort and sweltering. When choosing an...

Mattie Midgette Cottage:  A taste of old...
4.5
(6)

This excellent historic bungalow is tucked down a modest village lane off Lighthouse Road. Savor a short walk to the close by Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer's Point Nature Preserve, or Silver Lake Harbor. Mattie Midgett Cottage is located in a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Outer Banks Lighthouses

Each of the Outer Banks five lighthouses is unique. For a beautiful view, visitors can climb Currituck Beach Light, Bodie Island Light and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse for a small fee in season. It's an unforgettable way to see the Outer Banks! Don't...

Kiteboarding

Spring and fall visitors will notice the popularity of kiteboarding on the Outer Banks the moment they ride down a stretch of soundfront highway. In the off-season months, it's not unusual to spot dozens if not hundreds of multi-colored kites lining...

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 sizable living and dining area, full kitchen, washer/dryer, screened porch, wireless internet...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Find a new beach read to enjoy along the Ocracoke shoreline, or pick up a few local treasures to share with friends back home at this popular island shop that has been delighting readers for more than three decades. Books To Be Red is Ocracoke...

Treat your senses and indulge in a few culinary delights with a stop at this Ocracoke shop that is literally brimming with flavor. The Moonraker Tea Shop is a relatively new addition to the Ocracoke shopping scene, but it’s a delightful...

No trip to Ocracoke Island can be complete without a visit to the Preservation Society’s Museum and Gift Shop. The building that houses the Museum, along with the Society and its collections are a testimony to the island’s rich...

An eclectic, delightful gift store on Ocracoke Island.

Pirate fans and landlubbers alike will find something unique and fun at Pirate's Chest Gift Shop, a favorite destination for kids of all ages that’s located in charming Ocracoke village. From shells to local books, and toys to beach gear, this...

From surfing lessons and kayak tours to all the gear you’ll need to stay active on the Ocracoke beaches, Ride the Wind Surf Shop has everything under the sun for island visitors who want to uncover all the on-the-water fun that the Outer Banks...

An eclectic art, craft and gift shop on beautiful Ocraoke Island.

You never know what treasures you’ll uncover at Village Thrift, which is the only thrift store on Ocracoke Island. Featuring an ever-rotating array of goodies that can range from beachy apparel to books, games, and other unique items, Village...