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Ocracoke Fig Festival
August 1st, 2025 - August 2nd, 2025 -
Ocracoke Seafood Festival
August 30th, 2025 -
Ocracoke Working Waterman's Festival
October 18th, 2025
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...
Ask about Kitesurfing and sailing lessons available from licensed and professional instructors!Escape to a superb country home in Ocracoke. This 1-bedroom getaway offers a serene ambiance ideal for unwinding. With amenities like AC, WiFi, and a...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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...
This waterfront villa on the upper level of The Net House offers a sun deck overlooking the harbor, full kitchen with dishwasher and ice machine, living area with TV and enormous sleep couch, king bedroom, full bath, loft bedroom with full bath...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Seasoned visitors to Ocracoke Island love to soak in its rich heritage and culture which dates back to the 1500s, and features some legendary and longstanding residents. Some of the most popular Ocracoke locals are the Wild Ponies, which are...
Where nostalgia meets modern comfort, with amazing water vistas, in a calming location. Cozy, comfortable bungalow curated with local art, with tidbits of vintage and new, using colors reflecting the sun, sand and sea. With three bedrooms, two...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 5
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...
Uncle Milton's offers painless walking distance to village activities, stores, galleries and eateries. This comfortable, newly refreshed dog friendly bungalow is within walking distance to Silver Lake Harbor. Savor marsh vistas from the deck and sun...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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...
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...
There’s a reason Ocracoke is voted the best beach in America time after time;)! Centrally located at The Sea Monkey Kite Lodge (search online for the phone number and call directly for current trates and discounted dates) walking distance to all...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 1
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...
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...
Gemini offers canal front living in the community of Sound Shores on Ocracoke Island. Savor private deep water boat dockage at your doorstep, providing painless access to the Pamlico Sound. Just outside your front door, you will savor a private 11...
- Ocracoke
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Check out our list of fun facts about Ocracoke, NC.
Long before the summer vacationing families discovered the Outer Banks as a hot tourist destination, fishermen from across the country flocked to coastal North Carolina. With no roads to navigate, and no vacation homes to stay in, anglers would...
Time flies when you're visiting in Ocracoke, and Time Flies welcomes you to make the most of your stay. This enchanting home in Wahab Village is on a peaceful, dead-end street, but within painless walking and cycling distance to all the island has...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
While beer and wine are found in many stores across the Outer Banks, you will need to visit a state-regulated ABC Store (Alcoholic Beverage Control) to purchase liquors. ABC stores are the only stores in North Carolina licensed to sell spirituous...
The 'Road Less Traveled' is a good poetic description of those living on remote Ocracoke Island. Artist Sonya Allen's path diverged to this idyllic beach and she opened up Art Ocracoke Gallery. She depicts the special qualities of village life in...
Tucked away in the heart of Ocracoke village, Bella Fiore Pottery is a delightful find for any Ocracoke visitor and art lover who is on the hunt for something wholly unique. Specializing in handcrafted pottery but offering a world of distinctive...
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...
Enjoy a night on the town that is steeped in local history, culture, and miles of fun with a show at the acclaimed Deepwater Theater and Music Hall on Ocracoke Island. Serving as the venue for regular summertime concerts and shows, as well as the...
An art gallery with two- and three-dimensional fine art and crafts.
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...
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...
Discover an easier way to explore Ocracoke Island to the fullest for an afternoon, a full day, or an entire vacation with a stop at Ocracoke Island Golf Carts. This local rental establishment that is celebrating more than 10 years in business is...
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...
Visitors can pick up the fresh catches of the day while supporting the historic and local commercial fishing industry with a stop at the island’s own Ocracoke Seafood Co. Founded in 2006 as one of the last fish houses on Ocracoke Island, this...
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...
Coffee and creativity in one venue!
Ocracoke Island is renowned for its miles of exceptional fishing, and visiting anglers will be able to acquire all of the supplies and equipment they’ll need and then some with a visit to the Tradewinds Tackle Shop. This local landmark...
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...
A world of great tastes and fine libations is waiting at Zillie's Island Pantry, which is a popular spot on Ocracoke Island to sample everything sweet and savory under the sun. Serving as the host of popular wine and beer tastings throughout the...