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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 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.

OLIVIA

Overview Rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation await you at Olivia, a gorgeous oceanfront escape in the Village at Nags Head that accesses some of the Outer Banks' best beaches. This vacation retreat is filled with every convenience for your recreation and leisure, including professional decor, a private pool, beach walkway, rec room, sauna, and more. This prime location is central to boutiques, eateries, state & national parks, and family-friendly activities such as Jennette's Pier and Bodie Island Lighthouse. Ground Floor Rec room with pool table and foosball tableRec room with ping pong table Sauna (available Nov. through Mar.) Bedroom with double bunk Bedroom with two twin bunks and pyramid bunk/trundle Shared full bath Sleeping options on the ground level include a bedroom with a double bunk (full-over-full) and TV that shares a full bath with those in a bedroom equipped with two twin bunks, one pyramid bunk with trundle, and TV. The balance of this floor is dedicated to a recreation room outfitted with a pool table, foosball table, and three theater-style seats with a large flatscreen TV. Adjacent you will find a dry sauna room. A second rec room offers a ping pong table and seating. Adjacent you will find a dry sauna room. Please note: The sauna is available for guest use from November through March.Doors open to a covered porch with stairs that lead up to a refreshing private pool, pool deck with seating options, gas grill, picnic table, and a poolside cabana with bar seating, tile countertops, and a sink. The private beach access leads to a dune-top gazebo and beyond to warm sandy beaches. Read more about Ground Floor First Floor Den with kitchenette Two kings with private bathsKing with shared bath Queen with shared bathCovered deck with hot tubLaundry Additional sleeping options are found on the first floor, including two king suites with TVs and private baths, one with direct covered deck access. The third king suite with a TV also has direct covered deck access, and shares a full bathroom with a queen bedroom with a TV. Laundry facilities are centrally located. A central den provides sofa seating, a TV, and kitchenette with a refrigerator and microwave. The 40'-wide covered deck with a bubbling hot tub gives access to the pool area and connects to the private beach walkway. Read more about First Floor Second Floor Great room Dining area Kitchen King with bath and oceanview sitting areaSunroom with two twin daybedsHalf bath A wall of great room windows showcases panoramic views of the sparkling Atlantic from the great room. The living area has sofa, armchair seating, and a big-screen TV with premium cable service (including HBO and Showtime). Doors open to wide sun decks furnished with Adirondack-style furniture to enjoy coastal views and gentle sea breezes. The bright kitchen is well equipped with ample storage and countertops, a refrigerator, icemaker, range/stove, microwave, a Keurig, and dishwasher. Dining options include two ocean view tables that each seat eight, a sun/breakfast room with a table for four, and casual bar seating for five at the kitchen bar. The sunroom has direct deck access through sliding glass doors, and has two twin daybeds. A half bath is conveniently located. A large king suite rounds out the top floor and features an ocean view sitting area with sofa, armchairs, flatscreen TV, direct sun deck access, and a private bath with dual sink vanity and Whirlpool bath. Read more about Second Floor Pool: Pool heated by propane. Max. pool temp is 85 degrees.Sauna: The sauna is available for guest use from November through March.Please Note: The fireplace is not available for guest use.

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

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.”

5441 - Rascoe

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This "Old Nags Head" style Cottage, built in 1931, should be on an Historic Register! This antique home has been preserved with the utmost care. Vaping, smoking, and grilling are PROHIBITED in, on, or around this structure. The old photos, furnishings and enchanting memorabilia throughout the house remind us of a simpler time on the Outer Banks. The original hardwood floors and ceilings, along with the rustic kitchen and baths add to the feeling.Only one Smart TV in the home. Although vintage, this home still features all the modern conveniences you expect in an oceanfront beach home. The views of the ocean and Jockey's Ridge State Park are incredible. Sit down in a rocker on one of the large porches and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean!A maximum of 5 cars are allowed in the driveway. No trailers, no RVs, no exceptions. This is a pet-free home. No pets allowed, no exceptions.3801 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head, NC 27959 | MP 12.5BEDDING:2 Kings, 1 Queen, 3 Doubles, 1 TwinAMENITIES:Central Heat and Air, Washer and Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Smart TV, VCR Player, Ceiling Fans, Sun Deck, Covered Deck, Deck Furniture, Enclosed Outside Shower.LEVEL 1:Parking, Enclosed Outside Shower.LEVEL 2:Large Sun Deck and Wraparound Covered Porch with Lots of Deck Furniture, Living Room with TV, Dining Room, Kitchen, Twin Bedroom, Laundry, Half Bath.LEVEL 3:King Bedroom, Bedroom with King and Twin, Bedroom with Queen and Twin, 2 Full Baths. 3 Bedrooms have Deck Access with Great Views!

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

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!

249 | Blue Danube

Blue Danube is an Ideal Family Vacation home located in the heart of Nags Head. Every member of your group is sure to be delighted with the updated kitchen! The Views of the Ocean from the Top-Level Deck are Excellent and Beach Access is Only 230 Ft. Across Beach Road at Small Street. This home is a sure bet for a wonderful Outer Banks Vacation. Close to Grocery, Shops and Restaurants. Ground Level: Parking for 4 Cars, Covered Entry, Den, Smart TV, Half Bath, Laundry Room, Gas Grill, Access to Private 12 x 24 Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally); and Enclosed Outside Shower. Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (2 w/Queens, TV; 1 w/Duo Bunk, TV), 2 Full Baths; Front Covered Deck; Screen Porch, Ceiling Fan, Picnic Table, and Deck Furniture. Top Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, Smart TV, DVD; Private Suite w/King, Smart TV, Full Bath; Covered Deck w/Furniture; Sun Deck, Furniture Overlooking Pool Area, and Ocean Views. Features Include: C/AC - Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, 6 TVs, DVD, Wireless Internet, Deck/Pool Furniture. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Allowed.

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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.

OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce about to their heart’s content. Parties are available for up to 12 kids ages 2 through 6 – bring your own cake. But it’s the other room where the real action is. Arcade games are located just inside the door, then there’s another door. And behind that it’s another world. Black lights, music and fog combine to make a spooky atmosphere where players with (completely harmless) laser guns duck behind shadowy corners to hide from pursuers wielding their own laser guns. It’s a large area to play in, and everyone is clearly having fun. Games can be purchased as a single, a 3-game discount, or all-day pass. Unlimited play all night from 7 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays is also offered, as well as overnight parties and private party room parties.

Beach Braids

For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna! From natural jagua ink tattoos to fancy hair wraps & reggae hemp wraps, Beach Braids offers the ultimate vacation souvenir. Walk-ins are always welcome!

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