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Discover five new Outer Banks vacation rentals added to the Outer Banks Blue inventory! Book now and experience luxury and comfort in the stunning Outer Banks.

Tired of crowded coastal resorts? The Outer Banks will come as a pleasant surprise. These breathtaking barrier islands offer a peaceful retreat far from the hustle-bustle. Yet they still provide all the services and conveniences you require.

Want to get away from it all? Check out Southern Shores. This quaint Outer Banks town is a lot less crowded than many other coastal resorts. Yet it still offers plenty of cool attractions, from pristine beaches to picturesque bike paths and more.

It’s been open only since 2022. But already the Outer Banks Arboretum and Teaching Garden has attracted thousands of visitors to its gorgeous 5-acre site in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. When you visit, you’ll quickly see why!

It's less than two miles square, with a year-round population right around 1,600. Yet the tiny town of Manteo is packed with fun and fascinating sights for the entire family.Named for Manteo, a Croatan Native chief who befriended the early British settlers, this Roanoke Island village is steeped in

Did you know that the NC Outer Banks have over 100 miles of shoreline? These beautiful barrier islands stretch more than 175 miles, from Corolla in the north to Cape Lookout in the south. And almost 60 percent of that area consists of a public beach.With all that shorefront to choose from, how do

Quick. Where did the Wright brothers launch the first powered flight of a heavier-than-air vehicle?Most people assume the brothers' legendary biplane took off from Kitty Hawk. But the actual site was Kill Devil Hills, bordering Kitty Hawk to the south. No wonder the Wright Brothers National Memorial...

We are pleased to announce the winners of our monthly photo contest winners here for the 1st quarter of 2023.January Winner - Fredericksen CrispinThe Crispin family stayed with Blue in November of 2022 and submitted some great photos from their stay. They stayed at the Nags Head Rental Property

The Outer Banks, a string of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, is a premier vacation destination for those seeking a true beach escape. With its pristine sand beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and rich history, this is a place where travelers come to relax, explore, and immerse

Nestled off the coast of North Carolina, the Outer Banks is a string of barrier islands that offer a unique blend of natural beauty and charming beach towns. With its pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and rich history, it's no wonder that the Outer Banks is one of the most popular tourist