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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...

August & Everything After: Dog friendly,...

Savor this fashionable Ocracoke Island vacation home located on a canal in Oyster Creek with private boat docking. Unwind on the sizable waterfront screened porch. Appreciate convenient direct access to Pamlico Sound.2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: Each...

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

Sunsational:  Spacious home with saltwat...

This very cavernous two-story Ocracoke vacation home is ideal for the family desiring plenty of room. Located on Lighthouse Road, guests will appreciate a short walk to the Ocracoke Lighthouse, a walk or bicycle ride to Springer's Point Nature...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Outer Banks Birding

For bird lovers, the Outer Banks is hard to beat. This delicate chain of barrier islands is not only home to dozens of different native shorebirds, but also thousands of migrating birds who make a rest stop on the Outer Banks every year. Add to this...

Sunset on the Sound: Soundfront condo wi...

Sunset on the Sound - what a ideal name to describe this upper level 2 bedroom, soundfront condominium. Watch the sun sink slowly into the water from the comfort of your generously furnished private deck - where at times you can even hear the...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks Fishing Charters & Fishing Guide

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...

Ocra-cork: Dock, easy access to Pamlico ...

Ocra-Cork is located on a canal in Sound Shores with access to the Pamlico Sound. Savor the convenience of a dock with fish cleaning bench that includes sinks and running water. Ground level decking overlooking the dock and the canal. 'Widow's Walk...

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

Ocracoke Ferry System

Ocracoke is separated from the rest of the world by the 20+ mile wide Pamlico Sound, which means that the only way to access the island is via a personal vessel, or more commonly, by a North Carolina State Ferry.

Waterside: Soundfront condo with spectac...

Waterside is a elegant Ocracoke Island condominium located directly on the Pamlico Sound. Unwind on your enormous private deck and savor the majestic sunsets and distant view of Portsmouth Island and Ocracoke Inlet. Ideally located for outdoor...

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

Blackbeard and other Pirates

The Southern Outer Banks, particularly Ocracoke Island, is notorious as the stomping grounds for some of history's most infamous pirates. Notable swashbucklers from Calico Jack to Anne Bonney and Mary Reed, arguably the most famous women pirates...

The Dory: Canal Front Home in Oyster Cre...

This Saturday turn day property is in the Oyster Creek area right before the third bridge. Watch boaters and kayakers go by while sitting on the back screened porch of this pretty home. A additional amenities to this property is the two single...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks 2025 Vacations - Wide Open Spaces

The Outer Banks offers plenty of opportunities for a healthy, family fun vacation. Visitors can spread out over more than 100 miles of pristine shoreline.  Local restaurants and eateries are providing abundant take-out and delivery...

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...

Ariosto: Dog friendly, close to dining, ...
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Discover a hidden gem on Ocracoke Island with this three-bedroom vacation home, located away along a secluded private lane. A leisurely walk will take you to the "downtown" area, where you can immerse yourself in an array of fine dining options...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

A popular spot for years with island residents and locals alike, The Flying Melon Café is known for its distinctive blend of Creole and Southern cuisine that’s amplified with a collection of locally and regionally sourced fresh...

Located in the center of Ocracoke village, Dajio showcases the best of local ingredients in a fresh and distinctive menu that borrows inspiration from the heart of the island. With a mouth-watering array of brunch, lunch, and dinner items, food fans...

A legendary Ocracoke spot since 1991, Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant continues to be a favorite destination for longtime visitors thanks to its fun and engaging atmosphere, huge selection of post-beach worthy drinks, and delicious fare that...

Though oysters are naturally always on the menu, Ocracoke Oyster Company offers a lot more than locally sourced seafood, and their menu is brimming with exceptional fare that can satisfy the largest of appetites. Located in the heart of Ocracoke...

Feast on a distinct variety of small plates and appetizers at this unique eatery that’s tucked away in one of Ocracoke’s newest and more popular hang-out spots, the 1718 Brewery.  Plum Pointe Kitchen offers an extensive menu of...

SmacNally’s Raw Bar & Grill boasts the “best damn burger in Ocracoke” and “Food so good, it’ll make ya wanna smack yo mama.”Located right on Silver Lake in the heart of Ocracoke Village, it’s a place...