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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...

Recently Remodeled-New for 2025-Pet Frie...

Your family and your four-legged friends are welcome at this comfortable historic home. Recently refreshed and new to rent in 2025, you will find this home has tons of Ocracoke character! Unwind on the screened porch or take your dog to play in the...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 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...

Recently Remodeled-New for 2025-Pet Frie...

Your family and your four-legged friends are welcome at this comfortable historic home. Recently refreshed and new to rent in 2025, you will find this home has tons of Ocracoke character! Unwind on the screened porch or take your dog to play in the...

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

Friendly Grrrl: 3 bedrooms, 2 Baths. Dog...

Friendly Grrrl is a modern and roomy pet friendly home located in a peaceful, central location but close to the Coffee Shop and other village stores and eateries. Appreciate calming on the decks constructed to follow the sun throughout the day and a...

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

Sandpiper's Nest: Within walking distanc...
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Sandpiper’s Nest is a comfortable, cozy two-level, one bedroom condo located within simple walking distance of Silver Lake harbor, Ocracoke’s Lighthouse, stores, and eateries. Savor your morning coffee on the front porch as you watch the island...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

The Charter House formally known as The ...
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Cozy three bedroom home. This use to be an apartment is attached to our family home in Ocracoke, but we have moved out and opened the entire home. The part designed as a mother-in-law suite has a queen size bed(sheets are not supplied) and a roll...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Jordan's View: Incredible Lighthouse vie...

This vacation home is sure to be one you will want to return to. The first floor features a family room complete with foosball table, wet bar, flat screen TV and two bedrooms. The reverse floor plan with kitchen, dining and living area and one...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Tom Frank Gaskins: Dog friendly historic...
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The Tom Frank Gaskins bungalow was constructed in 1883 and is on the National Register of Historic Homes. Savor a vacation on Ocracoke Island in this historic island home. The bungalow is located on a modest unpaved private lane that conveniently...

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