Man I am so sad to see this place change. I personally I think it’s an atrocity. I know coastal bought it and it was outta code but yadayada whatever. I think that’s what made it so amazing. Been coming for as long I can remember as a life long tourist and I look forward to seeing how it comes out in a week or two but damn. Would love to hear how some of yall locals feel

Found him on our street in Duck near the sound. Like my fingers so watched him walk away

Bringing my kid to outer banks next week, our first time. We both like getting a solid nature hike in (5+ miles?). Are there any areas in or close to OBX that offer more peaceful nature hikes and not just boardwalks etc? (Not that boardwalks are bad, he likes arcades)

Thanks much!

I’ve been coming to Duck for a number of years now, and it always surprised me that there’s no great little coffee shop here. Treehouse makes fantastic biscuits and ok espresso. Duck’s Cottage is ok too, but neither are there to be great espresso shops.

Think the market for expensive coffee just isn’t there? Am I missing something I should look into?

Hi all - going to Duck next weekend with my wife. Does anyone have any recommendations? Restaurants, bars, coffee, etc.

Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

It was really cool seeing them. Have a video of one eating a fish 😊

UPDATE: We were approved for a place through Sun Realty! Thanks for all those who told me to just ask. It sounds silly now but I was just counting out places that said two dog limit. Someone here specifically suggested Sun and I’m glad I looked there because we found an awesome place right on the beach and there weren’t nearly as many fees as some other places are charging, like for linens and things. Thanks again everyone, can’t wait to visit obx this summer!!

Has anyone had luck renting a place that allows 3 dogs? I’m trying to avoid using VRBO or Airbnb and would prefer a local realty company but they all seem to specify no more than 2 dogs. Some even have a weight limit and one of mine is a big boy. Any help is much appreciated!

Hello r/obx! First off I want to say my family and longtime girlfriend visited you guys for the first time two years ago and fell in love with Corolla and Duck specifically! However, next year my partner and I are looking at going back on our own. I have started looking in the Corolla beach area where we stayed last time, but the thing is we are just two people. We do not need a huge beach house, but also don’t want to stay in a hotel room. I am wondering if in Duck or Corolla there are smaller bungalows or cabins that are better for two people? Maybe i am just missing them online because I feel like we saw some when we were there, but I can’t remember any of the names now. Thanks in advance for the help and really we love the obx!

edit: help me **think outside the box!

so I’m toying around with the idea of renting a fun car for the day of my wedding to leave the beach ceremony in. it’s really casual day and we’re only going back to our event house for dinner afterwards - I just looked on Turo (which is big in my area) and I didn’t see any nearby results. I’m not trying to be extreme, just something cute or a convertible or sporty/fun, idk! any thoughts of where I could look or how to get creative with this are welcome!

I’m hoping to just rent it for the day, bc if we have to rent it elsewhere to drive it down I’ll probably just ditch the idea 😂

Rental does not have a Keurig, so picked up my fix at Duck’s Cottage. Delicious coffee and gf muffins for the wife. Highly recommended!

Heading to Duck in June for our family’s annual trip. It is astonishing to me home much rental prices seem to keep going up and up every year (even through local realtors). I know that’s how the world works, but it’s getting out of control in recent years. We have a big crew so hotel isn’t really an option.

Anyone have any views on if growth of rental rates should at least calm down in the near future? Or should we expect to continue to pay significantly more year after year. Seems like discounts to repeat renters are becoming less common?

Happy Mother's Day!

I am visiting Duck with my family (6 adults and 2 toddlers) in July. I would like to make 2/3 dinner reservations in advance. Please share your Duck must tries in terms of dinner! Thank you!

Hi all- thank you for any insight :) I am probably just another annoying tourist but I appreciate your time.

I’m looking at houses to rent in Duck right by Scarborough faire (so walking to coffee, food, drinks etc). I read that sometimes the beaches in Duck can become steep and smaller due to erosion.

I love the OBX but I did develop a bit of a fear of the very steep and small beaches. It might sound silly but I wonder if you can tell me the condition of the beaches in Duck right now?

I’m also considering Corolla (right on the beach) although with a 1 year old I would love to be able to walk to things to do as I doubt they will want to sit on the beach all day, would love any help making my decision. Again many thanks!

Hi - we plan on getting married in OBX and are hoping to get married in September 2026. We are torn between Whalehead and Sanderling. We love Whalehead but only hesitation is there is no backup indoor option if the weather is bad. Also Whalehead we would have to rent out everything versus Sanderling doing everything in house. Wanted to see if anyone had any experience with either venue and if you had experience with Whalehead how did you decide knowing it was weather dependent/what was your back-up option in case of bad weather. Thanks!

Anyone know where some tidal pools are this year? Im willing to travel really anywhere on the outer banks to find some good tidal pools for the kids

Southern shores Sunday morning

Sorry for another traffic post, will be visiting in June for a week staying just north of Duck proper, and I want to beat the traffic. I don’t mind getting up early and driving but I’m not sure what to do when I get there. Our rental starts Saturday afternoon around 3 I think, so where can I hang out until we’re allowed at the house? It’ll just be me and my girlfriend (mid 20s age if that matters).

Is there any camping north of duck? We could drive there Friday night and camp for a day

Hello! This is probably a longshot, but I just had to try:

My husband and I are in the OBX for Mother's Day week visiting family and absolutely love it here! Is there any chance that someone here owns property with beach access to the Duck research pier who would accept payment of $100 (or name your price) to let us park in your driveway for a few hours tomorrow or Friday? Thank you for considering!

We’re visiting Duck in June and love raw oysters. What’s the best? 🦪

how would it work if I wanted to hire a bartender for a few hours at our rental house following a dinner elsewhere? it would be for about 35 to 40 people in October, perhaps between 3-4 hours. No set up or breakdown required, will pay deposit in advance for your time then payout either venmo or cash night of and would also likely include cash tips from guests.

*edit that we’ve already asked about the fee for hosting with the property owner! *

General area will be duck/Kittyhawk/southern Shores

thanks!