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Two Bedroom Oceanfront Condo, Located in Kill Devil Hills

Build a Sandcastle

When you stop in the local Outer Banks Reef or Wings souvenir store, buy your kids a bucket of beach toys that will assist in making a sandcastle. Plan an afternoon to go to the beach and build a sandcastle. You will need a bucket, a shovel and other sand tools, as well as some water to keep the fine sand damp and sticky. Depending on the ages and skill levels of your children, you could have your own family sandcastle contest. You could choose a theme (movies, animals, etc.) and everyone could build their own sandcastle. No matter how the sandcastle(s) turn out, you are sure to have lots of laughs!

Tour the Whalehead Club

The Whalehead Club, located in Corolla, was built as a private residence in the 1920s, when the Outer Banks was visited primarily by waterfowl hunters. From 1934 through 1969, the home sat empty while the original owners' family was uninterested in spending time in the home's remote location. In 1969 the home was purchased by a new owner, who also left the home sit empty for 25 more years. During this time period, The Whalehead Club suffered significant vandalism. It is now owned by Currituck County and has been restored to its original look from 1925. Visitors are welcome and 45-minute guided tours of the house are available. Admission is $7 for adults and children under eight are free. The Whalehead Club is also a popular setting for many outdoor weddings, since it is situated on the Currituck Sound and offers beautiful water and sunset views.

Play or Watch Others Play in the Waters at Canadian Hole

Canadian Hole is a public area located 1.5 miles south of Avon on Hatteras Island. Windsurfers and kiteboarders who travel to the Outer Banks from around the world spend most of their vacation playing in the Pamlico Sound waters at Canadian Hole. If you are driving by this location on a windy day, pull into the public parking area and take some time to relax and watch the surfers and boarders. Many of them are very talented at their sports and are fun to watch. If you can catch this area near sunset, it is a great photo opportunity with the sails in the sky and the sunset in the background.

Climb the Currituck Beach Lighthouse

While you are in the northern Outer Banks, stop by the Currituck Beach Lighthouse and climb the 214 steps to the top of the lighthouse. Once at the top, you will be able to get a close-up view of the 50,000 candlepower lamp that is visible for 18 nautical miles. Much like the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, the stairs to the top are narrow and winding, but the unlimited views from the top are an excellent reward. Visitors may climb the lighthouse for a fee of $6, and children less than eight years old climb for free. The lighthouse is open daily from Easter through Thanksgiving.

Take Your Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle on the Beach

Though there is some controversy over whether it should be allowed or not, you can drive on the beach in many parts of the Outer Banks in designated off-road beach access areas. You will need to have a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle to prevent getting stuck, and you may not go over 25 mph while driving on the beach. Some places don't allow beach driving and some require permits to drive on the beach, so check with the local area officials to make sure you are following the rules. For more information, contact the National Park Service at (252) 473-2111.

Spend a Relaxing Afternoon of Kayaking or Canoeing

People of any age and skill level can enjoy a relaxing afternoon of kayaking or canoeing in the calm waters of the Outer Banks sounds. There are several stores available throughout the Outer Banks where you can rent either a kayak or a canoe, and there are different types available depending on your preference. You can rent equipment from Carolina Outdoors in Corolla, Nags Head, Manteo, Avon or Hatteras at (800) 334-4777. Several companies also offer guided kayak and canoe eco-tours. Corolla Adventure Tours leads tours on the northern beaches and can be reached at (252) 453-6899. Ocracoke Adventures leads tours of the Pamlico Sound and Ocracoke Island and can be reached at (252) 928-7873.

Look at the Horses at the Ocracoke Pony Pens

Housed in a 180-acre pasture located just off Highway 12 on Ocracoke Island, the 30 horses that live in the Ocracoke Pony Pens are a popular attraction. Maintained by the National Park Service, the once-wild horses are a large part of the Island's history. At times in history, the herd of wild horses ranged from 200 to 500. Much like the Corolla Wild Horses, it is believed that these horses arrived on Ocracoke by swimming ashore from Spanish shipwrecks off the coast. When you make your trip to Ocracoke Island, don't forget to stop and visit the Ocracoke Pony Pens!

Sleep with the Windows Open and Hear the Ocean Breeze

When you are at home and have a window open, what kind of noises do you hear? Honking car horns? Emergency vehicle sirens? People talking on the street? While you are at the Outer Banks, try sleeping with the windows open. Chances are on most nights, if you are within a mile of the ocean, you will be able to hear the sound of the ocean. You can hear sounds similar to relaxation CDs that are sold in stores just by opening your window. Try it - you will love it!

Visit the Fishing Village of Wanchese

Located on the south end of Roanoke Island (across Highway 64 from Manteo), the quaint fishing village of Wanchese awaits your arrival! Take an hour out of your busy vacation day to swing into the village, head to the docks and watch fishing boats come in with their catch of the day. You can also watch fresh fish and seafood as it is packed and shipped around the world.

Play a Friendly Game of Miniature Golf

The Outer Banks is home to more than 12 miniature golf courses, which are located as far north as Corolla and as far south as Frisco. Most courses open at 10:00 a.m. and stay open past midnight in the summer months. There are a variety of themes at these miniature golf courses, ranging from dinosaurs and other animals to pirates and buried treasure. In Corolla, The Grass Course can be reached at (252) 453-4198. In the Nags Head/Kitty Hawk area, try The Promenade at (252) 261-4900 or Galaxy Golf at (252) 441-5875. On Hatteras Island, try Avon Golf at (252) 995-5480 or Frisco Mini Golf at (252) 995-6325. Because there are so many miniature golf courses to choose from, you may want to just take a drive until you see one you like!

 

Kill Devil Hills Restaurants

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop, Deli & Wine Shop
100 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Dairy Queen
109 E Ocean Bay Boulevard
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Port O' Call Restaurant & Gaslight Saloon
504 S Virginia Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Krave Grill & Games
710 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Thai Room Restaurant
710 S Virginia Dare Trail
Oceanside Plaza
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Outer Banks Brewing Station
600 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Slice Pizzeria
710 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Rita's Water Ice
710 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Western Sizzlin' Restaurant
804 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Kill Devil's Frozen Custard & Beach Fries
1002 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Dare Devil's Pizzeria
1112 S Virginia Dare Trail
Milepost 9
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

JK's Restaurant & Bar
1106 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Kill Devil Hills Shopping

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop, Deli & Wine Shop
100 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

KDH Cycle & Skate
203 S Virginia Dare Trail
Milepost 8.5
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Trading Post Beach Store
305 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Sundaze
400 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

KDH Cooperative Gallery
502 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Manteo Blacksmith Shop
502 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

The Bird Store
807 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Parrot Bay Trading Co.
808 S Croatan Highway
Milepost 9
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

OBX Chefs 2 Go
1006 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Mike Hogan's Gallery 12
1006 S Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Outer Banks Sportsman
100 W Clark Street
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

TI's Bait & Tackle
100 W Clark Street
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Outer Banks Attractions

North Carolina Coastal Land Trust
701 W Ocean Acres Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Nags Head Woods Preserve & The Nature Conservancy
701 W Ocean Acres Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Wright Brothers National Memorial
800 Colington Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Avalon Fishing Pier
2111 N Virginia Dare Trail
Milepost 6
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Nags Head Fishing Pier
3309 S Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959

Jockey's Ridge State Park
300 W Carolista Drive
Nags Head, NC 27959

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
98 NC Highway 12
Nags Head, NC 27959

Dock of the Bay Marina
4200 Bob Perry Road
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

The North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve
983 W Kitty Hawk Road
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

The Lost Colony
1409 National Park Drive
Manteo, NC 27954

The Kitty Hawk Pier
5353 N Virginia Dare Trail
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
374 Airport Road
Manteo, NC 27954

Outer Banks Activities

Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf
1600 N Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Destination Fun
1217 S Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Outer Banks Daredevils
100 Veterans Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Atlantic Dance Studio & Boutique
1742 N Croatan Highway
The Dare Center
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Outer Banks Fishing Charters
200 Quail Lane
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

R/C Theatres of the Outer Banks
1803 N Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Coastal Helicopters, LLC
PO Box 715
Nags Head, NC 27959

Outer Banks Junior Lifeguard Program
2052 New Bern Street
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Garden of Beadin'
2200 N Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Glazin Go-Nuts Paint Your Own Pottery
2200 N Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Colington Speedway
1064 Colington Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Nags Head Bowling & Billiards
201 W Satterfield Landing Drive
Nags Head, NC 27959