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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.

5725 - A Dream Vacation

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Newly constructed to an 8 bedroom home with a nice game room, expanded kitchen, and new dining room opening up the living room space. A Dream Vacation makes your Outer Banks vacation just that - a Dream! This spacious 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom Nags Head vacation home awaits you. Enjoy great local dining at Outer Banks staples like Sam and Omie's or The Dune Burger; literally just steps away. The kiddos can enjoy the public, all inclusive and handicap friendly playground across the street just 200 yards away! You're also just driving distance from the outlet mall, the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, and much more.At A Dream Vacation, take advantage of the 6-person hot tub and private pool; perfect for soaking up the sun and splashing around. This home is right on the oceanfront so spending your days at the beach will be a definite no brainer. Jennette’s Pier is only about 200 yards down the beach from this spectacular house as well! After a fun-filled day of surf, sand, and fun, relax in the Jacuzzi tub in one of the master bedrooms. A Dream Vacation is located in a quiet, relaxing neighborhood in South Nags Head but different attractions like golfing, shopping, and dining are only a short drive away. Make this Outer Banks vacation the best yet and book A Dream Vacation for you and your family today!8005 S. Old Oregon Inlet Road, Nags Head, NC 27959 | MP 16.7BEDDING:5 Kings, 2 Queens, 1 Pyramid BunkAMENITIES:Private Pool (11'x24'), Central Heat/Air, Microwave, Washer and Dryer, Flat Screen TVs, WiFi Internet Access, Phone, Stereo, 2 Enclosed Outdoor Showers, Toys, Jacuzzi Tub, and Charcoal Grill.LEVEL 1:2 Enclosed Outdoor Showers, Ground Entry.LEVEL 2:King Master Bedroom with Private Bath, Queen Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom and Oceanfront Deck Access, Queen Bedroom with Oceanfront Deck Access, King Bedroom with Oceanfront Deck Access and Hall Bath Access, Theatre Room, Game Room with Full Bathroom and Full Size Fridge, Pyramid Bunk Bedroom, Laundry.LEVEL 3:Living, Dining Room, Kitchen, Hall Half Bath, King Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom with Jacuzzi Tub and Oceanfront Deck Access, 1 King Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom and Deck Access.

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 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.”

212 | Tides Inn

The Tides Inn is a terrific four bedroom Oceanfront home that features endless Ocean Views, lovely decor, large sun deck & a covered deck w/Hot Tub. Ideally situated in peaceful South Nags Head, this home is the perfect place to enjoy relaxing days on the beach, evenings watching the moon rise over the Atlantic or to take a stroll down to the Outer Banks Pier for afternoon fun at Fish Heads Bar & Grill. On the top floor you will find plenty of windows to take advantage of the outstanding views. The mid-level has a covered porch & steps that take you down to the beach. Your family is sure to enjoy all this home has to offer & the terrific location overlooking the beach will be the main attraction. Ground Level: Parking for 3 Cars, Steps to Entry, & Enclosed Outside Shower.Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (Private Suite w/Queen, TV, Full Bath w/Walk-In Shower; 1 w/2 Singles; 1 Spacious Room w/2 Queens), Shared Full Hall Bath w/Tub/Shower, Covered Deck w/Furniture & Hot Tub, & Walkway to Beach w/Dune Top Deck & Steps to Beach. Top Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area that is Glass Lined along the Oceanfront to provide Unparalleled Views of the Atlantic Ocean, TV, DVD, Half Bath; Private Suite w/King, TV, Full Bath w/Tub/Shower; & Sun Deck w/Deck Furniture & Ocean Views. Features include: C/AC & Heat, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Keurig Coffee Maker, 4 New TVs, Roku, Streaming TV, Wireless Internet, Ice Maker, Ceiling Fans Throughout, & TREX Deck Furniture, Bike Path. No Pets Allowed. This is a Non-Smoking Unit.

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

Homeplace

“Homeplace” is in Old Nags Head Place, a great location for your family at the beach! “Homeplace” has a private pool that is indeed private, with vegetation and trees behind the pool fence. The hot tub is located right on the pool deck so adults can relax while the kids play in the pool after a hard day on the beach! Bring Fido because this family-friendly location is indeed friendly for the whole family! The rec room has a pool table and the ground-level refrigerator has an icemaker for cold drinks by the pool. There is plenty of deck space on two levels and the stairs start by the pool deck and go all the way up to the top-level access into the living room and kitchen.Old Nags Head Place is a great neighborhood with quiet streets for biking, walking, and running. It is located right across the street from the north entrance to Jockey’s Ridge State Park and close to shopping, restaurants, Nags Head Pier, and other family activities. Nestled in a serene cul-de-sac, "Homeplace" offers a tranquil and safe environment, perfect for families looking for a peaceful getaway. Two beach accesses are down the community sidewalk or Hollowell Street, take your pick!Top-Level: Living Room with 75" TV and Deck Access, Fireplace Not Available; Dining Room with Table (seats 9) and Deck Access; Kitchen with Bar (seats 6), Blender, Coffee Maker (Drip), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Stove, 2 Refrigerators, Toaster, Pots, Pans, Dishes, and Cooking Essentials; King Master Bedroom with 65" TV and Attached Full Bathroom with Whirlpool Tub; Hall Half Bathroom.Mid-Level: Queen Master Bedroom with 50" TV, Deck Access, and Attached Full Bathroom; Queen Bedroom with 43" TV, shares Jack and Jill Full Bathroom with Queen Bedroom with 43" TV and Deck Access; Laundry Closet.Ground-Level: Rec Room with 55” TV, Pool Table, Kitchenette (microwave, refrigerator, and sink), and Deck Access; Queen Master Bedroom with 55" TV and Attached Full Bathroom; Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk and 43" TV;  Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk and 43" TV; Hall Full Bathroom.Extras: Basketball Goal, Distance to the Beach: 995 ft., Dogs Allowed (2), Grill (Gas), Hot Tub (seats 8), Milepost 11.5, No Smoking, Parking: 6 Cars, Private Pool (10 x 25), 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 not an option for this property. 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. Fireplace seen in photos is non-functioning and not available for use. 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.

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18

One of the original surf shops on the Outer Banks, if not in the state of North Carolina, the quaint and friendly Cavalier has been at the same Beach Road location for more than 50 years. It’s been owned and operated by the same local family for close to 30 years, so you know this is the real deal.  Not only does the shop have a lot of customers who come back every year, now they’re seeing children of the repeat customers coming back every season.  At 1,300 square feet, the shop is a simple square building built right at ground level across from the beach. It’s had some close calls, but somehow it has survived numerous hurricanes and nor’easters. A photograph taken after the infamous Ash Wednesday Storm in 1962 shows the devastation on the oceanfront, and there’s the Cavalier sitting intact in the midst of the mayhem. Despite its compact size, the shop is stuffed top to bottom with all a surfer would want: top brand surf clothing and footwear; surf gear and accessories; boards, beach chairs and umbrellas for sale or rent. Surfing lessons are also available, and loyal customers and lovers of Outer Banks heritage can pick up Cavalier T-shirts.  

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.

An independent family-owned surf shop in Nags Head, the Outer Banks Boarding Company is a friendly place that local and out-of-town surfers depend on for inside tips on the best local surf spots and conditions.  The store’s knowledgeable team boasts several world-class professional surfers and bodyboarders, including Noah Syder, Jesse Hines and Chris McDonald, as well as amateur men and women surfers, skimmers, skaters and snowboarders.

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.

Grab all the gear you’ll need for a sunny Outer Banks vacation at this apparel and gift shop that has an inherent coastal vibe. The Vitamin Sea Beach Shop is stocked with a wealth of goodies that can be enjoyed on the coast and at home, making it a great destination to pick up souvenirs as well as all of the equipment required to enjoy the Outer Banks shoreline.

Owners Jim and April Vaughn operate a surfer’s surf shop, with a great selection of wetsuits, sportswear, swimwear and accessories for men, women and youth from all major surf brands. Upstairs, there’s an exceptional range of surfboards to choose from. Whalebone Surf Shop specializes in bringing in the best board shapers from around the world. The shop also offers surfboard rentals and surfing lessons in the summer months.  

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