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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...

Perfect Getaway for Four! Close to Silve...
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Located in the fashionable Windmill Point neighborhood between Silver Lake Harbor and the Pamlico Sound. This home has a enormous front yard along with a screened porch and back deck. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath: Bedroom with Queen Bed. Queen Sleeper Couch in...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Outstanding Views of Pamlico Sound and S...
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Recently modernized, "Teach's Treasure' offers a reverse floor plan home, with a sizable living/dining/kitchen area that has amazing vistas of the Pamilco Sound and beautiful sunsets. Guests have access to the soundside beach, for sunbathing...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Sailing the Outer Banks

Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...

Blind Mullet:  Family friendly, den, dec...

This family friendly Ocracoke Island vacation home is located on a canal with private deep water docking at your doorstep and charming distant sound vistas. The huge open floor plan is great for family gatherings. Appreciate waterfront living...

  • 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...

CV8B: Crow's Nest 8 - 2nd floor studio w...

This second floor studio has a Queen Bed, Twin Sleeper Couch, full bath with tub/shower, TV, wireless internet access, phone, balcony with a limited view of Silver Lake, table and two chairs, washer/dryer access, and kitchenette with toaster...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

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...

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Priv...

Pet Friendly Suite in Ocracoke3 story pastel orange beach home with white trim. A mile walk to the national park lifeguarded beach. This suite is located on the first floor and has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen bedroom. The entrance to...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 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...

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...

Seafield House:  Dog friendly home, soun...

Located in secluded Sound Shores, this 3 bedroom vacation home on Ocracoke Island offers privacy and impressive vistas of the sound and marsh. This unique property offers a sandy beach, ideal for kayaking or simply calming on the waterfront. A...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cedar Island

Cedar Island is the closest mainland region to Ocracoke Island, and serves as the launching point for many Ocracoke visitors who arrive on the Outer Banks from the south, via the Cedar Island / Ocracoke Ferry.

Fun Facts about Ocracoke

Check out our list of fun facts about Ocracoke, NC.

Cabana III:  Perfect getaway for two tha...
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Surround yourself with the beauty and splendor of this enchanting Cabana on Ocracoke Island. The shared 14' x 28' swimming pool creates a haven for rejuvenation and tranquility. The Cabana's pool is private and exclusively for use by the four...

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

Cedar Island Ferry

Experienced Outer Banks travelers attest that a local ferry ride either to or from the barrier island shorelines is a huge part of the fun, and a relaxing 2.25 hour cruise across the Pamlico Sound is certainly a welcome diversion for many road-weary...

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...