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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...

Pirate's Quay 3 North: Incredible harbor...
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Located on Silver Lake Harbor, Pirate's Quay (pronounced 'key') is a 6 unit condominium with magnificant Harbor vistas from every unit! Centrally located and a short walk to many stores and eateries, Pirate's Quay is the ideal getaway for a family...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 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...

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1Q...

3 story pastel orange beach home with white trim. Less than a mile walk from the beach. This second-floor private suite has 1 queen bed and 1 full bath with private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen sleeper couch. This space is located on the front...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Jetts House:  Dog friendly home in priva...
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Jett’s House features a traditional open floor plan, ideal for your Ocracoke vacation. Set back on a cavernous property. Savor calming on the covered porch, roomy screened porch or covered ground level deck. Jett's House offers a convenient walk...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 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...

Castle Villa II: Escape to a place of se...

Unwind in comfort and style in this modern, attractively furnished accommodation with striking waterfront vistas of Silver Lake. Located on Silver Lake Harbor with a elegant landscaped lawn leading to the harbor. Unwind at the shared pool. Savor a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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.

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...

Mr. Billy’s is a historical Ocracoke h...

Feel Ocracoke the way it used to be. Mr. Billy’s is a historical Ocracoke home tucked back on a huge plot of land. A short walk down the street brings you right to Zillie’s where you can appreciate a drink and appetizers or take it home to the...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks Milepost System

Many newcomers to the Outer Banks who are browsing the local restaurants, shops and area attractions online or in the local guide books notice an interesting addition to the standard address. Besides the typical business name, street name, street...

Best Surf Fishing Gear for 2025

Once you have your coastal recreational fishing license in hand, it’s time to start thinking about gear. Anglers will find tons of options when it comes to equipment for casting into the surf, from custom designed rods and reels at local...

Birds Eye View: Pet friendly home with m...
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Appreciate this bright and airy, pet-friendly Ocracoke vacation home with broad vistas of the close by pond and salt marsh. Unwind on the sizable screened porch, adjacent to the open living room/kitchen area. View generous birdlife from the huge...

  • 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...

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...

Mermaid Manor: Contemporary spacious hom...

Unwind and savor Mermaid Manor, a roomy and conveniently located reverse living vacation home on Ocracoke Island. Appreciate the many decks and screened porches that offer a variety of outdoor living space. A huge open floor plan with cathedral...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9

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...