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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...

La Fortezza: Soundfront, large yard, cov...
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La Fortezza is a roomy, impressive home that sits on a vast lot directly on Pamlico Sound. An abundance of windows gives natural light throughout the home. Unwind and surround yourself with the most spectacular unobstructed sound front vistas on one...

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

Sea View: Rooftop deck with spectacular ...

This striking reverse living Ocracoke Island vacation home features some of the most spectacular unobstructed vistas of the distant ocean and marsh Ocracoke has to offer. Appreciate the sizable, comfortable, and airy second-floor living and dining...

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

Island Cat: This spacious and comfortabl...

This roomy and comfortable island home offers a short walking distance to many local eateries and stores. Unwind on the covered porch. 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: 2 bedrooms with a King bed, 2 bedrooms each with 2 Twin beds. One bath with tub/shower, one...

  • 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...

Cozy Ocracoke Island Cottage - Small Cam...

Authentic Ocracoke bungalow, all you need after a day fishing, or exploring the village. Unique a-frame loft-style bedroom, full bathroom, and kitchen. Grab a local read off the bookshelf and savor a cup of coffee while you relax in the screened...

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

Ocracoke Fishing Guide

Fishing drives Ocracoke Island's off-season tourism economy, as the beaches are world renowned for excellent surf fishing. Because the island is just 12 miles away from the Gulf Stream, anglers will have easy access to big game offshore catches as...

CR62: Wilson's Retreat

WIlson's Retreat at Lighthouse Villas is conveniently located in the center of Ocracoke Village. It is located within walking distance to all eateries, stores, and entertainment. This one-bedroom Villa has painless first-floor access and two decks...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Top 10 Things to do on the Outer Banks

Every vacation destination has its own unique draw to potential visitors, whether it's a national monument, a fantastic shopping or dining scene, or an exotic locale that's meant for total relaxation. Many newcomers to the Outer Banks are surprised...

Blackbeard the Pirate

Ocracoke's long history has some interesting highlights, but none of the local legends and legacies are as far-reaching or as popular as the island's local pirates. As the temporary home to a crew of notorious buccaneers, including Blackbeard...

The Pelican: Walking distance of the har...

This well thought out, reverse floor plan home located on historic Lighthouse Road is within walking distance to the Ocracoke Lighthouse and most everything else that the village of Ocracoke has to offer. Home features three bedrooms (one king, two...

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

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.

Pelican's Perch: Centrally located Dog f...
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Pelican's Perch is within walking distance to Silver Lake Harbor, Ocracoke Lighthouse, eateries, and stores. Pelican’s Perch is a first-floor end unit. After a day at the beach, savor calming at the Boyette Pool.2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: Primary...

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