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Surfing For Autism
July 17th, 2025 - July 19th, 2025 -
Outer Banks Skim Jam
July 25th, 2025 - July 27th, 2025 -
Meet a Banker Horse in Nags Head
July 28th, 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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.
Welcome to Sweet Carolina by KEES Vacations! Now available for 2026! Saturday check-in from 05/16/2026 to 09/05/2026 With its impeccable style, amenities, and expansive oceanfront lawn, Sweet Carolina has a style all its own. Reunite family and friends for that perfect beach escape. Sweet Carolina features 9 En Suites, and has a maximum occupancy of 18. Sweet Carolina is destined to raise the benchmark on your family's vacation experience with its expansive lawn, large pool with heater option, and luxurious modern coastal design and upbeat colors and decor. Perfect for family reunions, vacations, small corporate retreats, and wedding events for up to 100 people. After seeing this ultimately exceptional Nags Head property, your hearts will simply belong here. This premier vacation property boasts over 7,000 square feet of under the roof area with 9 well-appointed bedrooms, 10 full baths and 2 partial baths. Graced with gathering spaces on each floor, it's never difficult to find either a group activity or a bit of solitude. The exterior entertainment plaza is a whirlwind of pleasure and excitement. Don't forget about the elevator there for added convenience! A covered tiki bar promises afternoons and evenings of laughter and fun. The 16 x 37 custom heated pool will provide hours of relaxation for every member of your group. The 8-person hot tub will simply melt all your cares away. Gone fishin'? Cook it up in the grill area. Finally, the oceanfront boardwalk leads to a deck overlooking the dunes and then to the fine sand beach and the hypnotic Atlantic. Sweet Carolina is pet-friendly, so there is no need to leave your pooch at home! For a small one-time fee of $185, you can bring up to two dogs to our pet-friendly property. No cats or other animals, dogs only. Sweet Carolina is the ultimate vacation residence for the discerning guest. Its supreme attention to detail and spare no expense assumption toward decor and amenities makes this the pinnacle of Outer Banks luxury and the only choice for your next adventure on this beautiful island. This property has 7 parking spots for guests. Exclusive Cabana Services: 05/01/25 - 09/28/25 + 5/3/26 - 9/18/26 - This home receives daily oceanfront cabana and beach chair setup + breakdown services during your stay. No need to lug around your beach equipment when you stay at this home! Service includes (1) 10x10 cabana tent and (6) beach chairs. Setup hours are 10am to 5pm daily (except check-in day), weather permitting. This service is subject to local ordinances. Cabana service is provided by Farmdog Beach Services. Additional add-on services are available upon request for an additional charge. Want added comfort? Consider adding the Heated Pool option! A Heated Pool option can be added upon request for $100 per night of your reservation. This fee is added to your reservation at the time of the request, which must be a minimum of 72 hours before arrival. Pool heat must be added for the entirety of your stay. This pool is heated by a heat pump. An ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.** **Private heated pools will open on April 1st and close on November 1st. Hot tubs are open year-round. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6pm on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter the backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days. No pets allowed in pools.** **Special events are welcome at this home! For an additional fee plus tax, you and your party can host a special event. All events require approval via Event Addendum. Please contact KEES for details and arrangements for your special event reservation. Fees vary by property. Please contact Guest Services for more information.** Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am. Highlights 9 King En Suites 1 custom bunk room 10 Full Baths and 2 Half Baths FlexStay 16x37 Large Luxury Heated Pool with Kids area Fenced in Event Lawn Seasonal Beachside Cabana Services Outdoor Covered Tiki Lounge area with sundeck above Custom Movie Theater Room State of the Art electronics Elevator and Pet friendly First Level 2 King En Suites Theater - Media Room Kids TV Room Recreation Room with Pool Table and Flat Screen TV Wet Bar with Ice Machine, Full Size Fridge, and Dishwasher Elevator Half Bath Second Level 4 King En Suites 1 Integrated Bunk Room with 2 Twin over Full Bunks East and West Facing Covered Porches Third Level 2 King En Suites 1 Bonus Room with King Bed and Full Bathroom Kitchen with Island Seating Dining Area Ocean Air Great Room Covered Porch Lounge Sunset Seating Area Half Bath Backyard Event Area 65' x 55' Private Heated Pool One 8 Person Hot Tub 2 Outdoor Shower Grill Area Fire Pit Covered Pavilion East Lawn Event Space Usable Space Under Roof- 7,041 Square Feet (S.F.) Heated: 4,973 S.F. Covered Porches: 1,676 S.F. Tiki Bar Area & Sun Terrace Area: 392 S.F.
No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go, stocking up your cooler with refreshments to enjoy at the beach or piling up on beer and wine for a party, Brew Thru is a fun and unique experience all vacationers need to see for themselves. Drive-Through Beer & Gear Brew Thru is Your One-Stop Shop at the Beach The year was 1977, and Dana and Becky Lawrentz were chatting with friends over brews in their hometown of Akron, Ohio. They got to talking about a gas station convenience store in the area that had built a makeshift drive-through. Everyone agreed it would be pretty great if you could actually drive through a convenience store and pick up everything you needed without getting out of the car. But what would you call a place like that? Well, you’d call it a Brew Thru. It was an idea they couldn’t shake, so the Lawrentzes moved to the Outer Banks and built the first Brew Thru with the help of a partner. The idea was that people could come buy everything they would need for their trip to the beach—beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks, ice—without getting out of the car. That same year, a t-shirt salesman visiting the store and talked them into adding t-shirts to their product line—and 44 years later there are now more than five million Brew Thru t-shirts out in the wild. The Lawrentzes’ daughter Brandy and her husband Philip Foreman purchased the business from them in 2002, and they now operate five locations across the Outer Banks.“We love being the one-stop shop for folks on the way to their beach house,” Foreman says. “Our car tenders are the friendliest people at the beach. We’re here to greet you, get you everything you need for your trip, load it up in the trunk for you, and have you leaving with a smile on your face.” The store is quite expansive, featuring more than 100 brands of beer, dozens of wines and even a vast selection of cigars—not to mention all the snacks, t-shirts and other gear. To make ordering a little easier, customers in line get a menu—fondly known as the Summer-y—that outlines everything available at the store. These Summer-ies are also available in many of the beach rentals, which allows vacationers to decide what they want before driving through. For customers who would like to get out and stretch their legs, there’s the Brew Thru Shop in Kill Devil Hills, where you can find their world famous t-shirts and other gifts. New t-shirt designs are created each year, making a yearly Brew Thru t-shirt a favorite of locals and annual visitors to the Outer Banks. The Foremans both grew up in the Outer Banks, and they love that Brandy’s parents’ vision for a friendly and convenient place for people to grab their brews and other beach stay essentials is continuing to flourish. “Our family has been welcoming people to the Outer Banks since 1977,” Foreman says. “We love this beautiful place, and we want everybody to get to enjoy it.”
Treat your family to a memorable vacation at ‘Twisted Fish’ and enjoy all the special touches that have made this spectacular vacation property a favorite destination in South Nags Head. Ten bedrooms, multiple King Master Suites, an elevator and other awesome amenities will keep your family happy on or off the beach. The private pool and kiddie pool will provide hours of entertainment for the entire family. Beautiful pool deck with poolside hot tub under a custom-built gazebo is right off the dune steps. This home is handicap accessible, and features a ramp for easy access to the outdoor amenities! Please note all entryway doors, including the elevator are 34 inches wide. Spectacular views of the ocean await you from both levels. The rec room has a kitchenette with full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and bar seating. All ages will enjoy a friendly game of pool on the full-size pool table, or just lay back and watch the game on the TV. Twisted Fish is located in quiet South Nags Head, an area that has kept its charm, yet it’s just minutes away from any activity that you could imagine. Close to Oregon Inlet Fishing Marina and Pirates Cove Marina for world class deep sea fishing! Watersports, famous local restaurants, outlet shopping, grocery stores and more are all near by. Be sure to visit Historic Roanoke Island which includes the N.C. Aquarium, Elizabethan Gardens, shopping in historic downtown Manteo complete with a replica Lighthouse and the outdoor ‘Lost Colony’ drama. Also, close to the National Seashore route south through Pea Island, and down to Hatteras for a day trip to the Lighthouse. You'll love all the choices available at the ‘Twisted Fish’! Additional Amenities: Private Pool (18 X 30), Heat Optional Seasonally, Kiddie Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator, Wireless Internet Access, DVD players, Pool Table, 2 Refrigerators, 3 Dishwashers, 2 Ovens, 2 Sets Washer/Dryer, Gas Fireplace, No Smoking, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Parking: 6 Cars, Milepost 19.5. Gas Fireplace Available: Nov. - Apr. only Outside: Private Pool, Hot Tub under Gazebo on Pool Deck, Ramp to Beach. Lower Level: Rec Room w/Pool Table, 50” TV, Kitchenette w/Full-size Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Half Bath w/Cabana entrance from Pool Deck, King Master w/TV, King Master w/TV, Bedroom w/2 Bunk Sets w/TV. Mid-Level: King Master w/TV and Ocean View, King Master w/TV and Full Roll-in Shower w/Seat, King Bedroom w/TV, Bedroom w/2 Twins w/TV, Bedroom w/Pyramid Bunk, Hall Bath, Washer/Dryer, Covered Decks. Upper Level: Great Room w/50” TV/DVD, Gas Fireplace, Computer and Wireless Access, Surround Sound, Wet Bar, Dining, Kitchen w/2 Dishwashers, 2 Ovens, Bar seats 6, Full Hall Bath, King Master w/Shower for 2, Queen Bedroom. Pool Size: 18x30 2025 Pool Dates: 4/19 - 10/11 2025 Pool Heat Fee: $400 Please note that pool heat can only raise the temperature 10 degrees higher than the consistent ambient air temperature (60 degrees and higher), and that pool heat systems vary in capability based on temperature and other factors.
Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast to evening meals are available, and a wide range of retail providers as well as health and beauty services. Beachwear to boats, nutrition to nails and everything in between!
You will discover a true “Beachcombers Paradise” at this charming cottage in South Nags Head. Located near milepost 20 and only a few lots away from the beach, you will be amazed when you enter the property to see the luxurious accommodations that await you. Successfully decorated for a ‘mini-mansion’ feel, you will have all the luxury without having to sacrifice precious time with your family by sharing a property with 20 other friends and acquaintances. Cozy, warm and inviting, with great ocean views from the top deck and Great Room. The kitchen has granite and stainless steel, the living room is beautiful, and the entire property is thoughtfully and tastefully decorated for discriminating (small) families. Shoot over to Pirates Cove for some deep-sea fishing, splash with the kids in the pool, or relax in the hot tub. Miles and miles of bike paths for biking, jogging, strolling. Just over the Oregon Inlet Bridge for Hatteras Island fishing, minutes from Bodie Island Lighthouse or great shopping at outlet malls, historic section of Manteo and the famous Lost Colony Outdoor Drama. One week is not enough. . .take two!Top-Level: Living Room with TV, Deck Access, and Foosball; Kitchen with Bar (seats 4), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Stove, Refrigerator, Toaster Oven, Pots, Pans, Dishes, Cooking Essentials; Coffee Bar with Coffee Maker (Drip), Coffee Maker (French Press), and Beverage Cooler; Dining Room with Table (seats 8); Half Bathroom; Washer/Dryer.Mid-Level: Queen Bedroom with TV; Queen Bedroom with TV; Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds, shares Jack and Jill Bathroom with Queen Bedroom with TV and Deck Access; Hall Bathroom.Extras: 2025 Beach Gear Credit, 2026 Beach Gear Credit, Distance to the Beach: 295 ft., Dogs Allowed (2), Grill (Gas and Charcoal), Hot Tub (seats 7), Milepost 20.5, No Smoking, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Shower, Parking: 4 Cars, Private Pool (12 x 25) (Heat Optional Seasonally), WiFi.Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open from May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025 and May 1, 2026 until October 11, 2026. Pool heat is an available option in this property, for a fee of $400 plus tax. Pets are not allowed in pools under any circumstances. An additional fee will be charged to leaseholder for the chemical balance, cleaning or damage that would cause the replacement of a vinyl pool liner. Hot tubs are available year-round. This property provides a $250 credit toward beach gear delivered to your rental property. *Delivery fees may apply.* Offer only good for full weeks booked with check-ins beginning between May 23, 2025 and August 31, 2025, and May 22, 2026 and September 4, 2026.All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.
You’ll find Causeway Waters Sports on the beautiful Roanoke Sound on the Causeway between Nags Head and Manteo, just past Whalebone Junction. This family outdoor activity center offers parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wave runners and dolphin tours.Causeway promises customers top of the line equipment with all rentals and a “safe and hassle-free time.“ It also boasts the “most knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining crew on the Outer Banks.”Located on the calm side of the sound, Causeway offers peaceful and relaxing kayaking on your own or with one of their guided tours through the Bodie Island Wildlife preserve. If you’re not into paddling, you may prefer to set sail on a two-hour dolphin cruise, passing nesting pelicans and osprey on the way. Or you can get a birds-eye view yourself, parasailing to heights up to 1,000 feet.For more excitement, Causeway’s 4-stroke Yamaha Wave Runners will speed up the pace as well as cool you off on a hot summer day. Whatever your skill level, Causeway’s staff is available to make sure your ride is safe and fun.Last, but not least, Causeway offers equipment and lessons in the world’s fastest growing water sport - paddleboarding. The lessons are free, and this sport, along with all others Causeway offers, provides a great day of fun and memories.
Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.
Kitty Hawk Kites’ Whalebone Watersports Center is your one-stop shop for Outer Banks water adventures. Located on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway right on Roanoke Sound, this location offers it all – dolphin watching cruises with a marine biologist, kayak tours (from serene sunrise paddles to glowing bioluminescent night trips), watersports lessons like kiteboarding and surfing, plus rentals for kayaks, jet skis, and paddleboards. After your adventure, browse the shop for Outer Banks souvenirs, pirate-themed gear, and of course kites for all ages.
Outer Banks Horseback is a rental service specializing in guided beach horseback rides. We genuinely have a passion and love to horseback ride. Our ability to do it on the beach is something everyone in this world should experience. We strive to give our customers an adventure and memory that they will never forget. Be sure to look out for our services available Fall through Spring in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
The Outer Banks Family YMCA is a great place for all ages. Programming offered for children, teens, and adults to stay active in mind, body, or spirit. Though COVID-19 restrictions may currently limit the use of the YMCA facility, outdoor fitness, camp and recreational/lap swimming are available to participate in!
One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s. Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his world-renowned boards have been ridden by many of the Outer Banks’ best surfers, and by many others from Hawaii to California to Australia. With its ceiling covered with surfboards, the shop offers custom made Secret Spot Surf Boards and used boards, body boards, skim boards, as well as skate gear. Board rentals and surf lessons are also available. A wide range of designer surfwear can be found here, including Rip Curl, Sanuk, Roxy, Rainbow, Lost, Oakley, Electric and O’Neill. Bathing suits, hats, shoes, shorts, sunglasses, watches and T-shirts are available in a variety of sizes and styles for the entire family. There’s even cool infant and baby clothes, and tropical gifts and surf art in stock.
There are few locales on the Outer Banks where multiple roads cross paths, and Whalebone Junction is one of the main intersections along this barrier island shoreline. The term refers to the area in South Nags Head where three major highways converge, which are US Highway 64, US Highway 158, and NC Highway 12. Both US 64 and US 158 end at this juncture, but NC Highway 12 continues south from this locale, all the way to the end of Hatteras Island, and across the Hatteras Inlet to Ocracoke and Cedar Islands.