Virginia Dare Shores

The Outer Banks original Ocean to Sound community, Virginia Dare Shores was founded in 1927 in what is now the town of Kill Devil Hills. Some of the original images from the sales brochure are included in thie slideshow above. Now you can own a piece of Outer Banks history: new home packages are now available through established local builder OBX Cottages.

Virginia Dare Shores is centrally located to all the amenities of Kill Devil Hills’ west side: the playground at Hayman street park, beach access with lots of parking, a soundfront gazebo and a public boat ramp are all within a mile of your new home. Best of all, there are no association dues!

Call the agent on duty today to learn more about this exciting opportunity to own a piece of Outer Banks history!    


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New for 2026: This home also offers access to the YMCA with an indoor/outdoor (seasonal) pool, sauna, fitness center, gymnasium, racquetball, locker rooms and more.Do you need to get away and feel the sand between your toes, then Barefoot Bliss is calling your name. This cute, three-bedroom home located on the sound side is just a short walk to the
GR9612: Barefoot Bliss
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (20 Reviews)
Surfing Gecko is an elegant oceanfront townhome located in the sought-after Croatan Surf Club in Kill Devil Hills. Equipped with a great room, kitchen, three bedrooms, three full baths and in-unit laundry, Surfing Gecko combines single-family privacy with resort-style amenities. Upgrades include a gas fireplace and hardwood floors in the living are
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CSC3I: Surfing Gecko
Townhouse Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
“Down by the Sea” is where you'll want to be! Enjoy spending your vacation in this beautiful oceanside home in Whalehead Beach. Enjoy the private pool, hot tub, and the quick walk to the beach! Ground Level: This floor features a very large rec room with a Ping-Pong table, wet bar with bar fridge, big-screen TV, stereo and a semi-private main bedr
* WH574: Down by the Sea
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
Giggling Gecko is the perfect getaway for a memorable beach vacation! With its stunning oceanfront location, private pool, and hot tub, you can indulge in relaxation and leisure right at home. The sun deck provides an ideal spot to welcome the day with a warm beverage while taking in breathtaking sunrise views. The spacious top-level great room not
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JR03: Giggling Gecko
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 9 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (28 Reviews)
Driftwood is a newly built home located on the oceanside of the beautiful town of Duck. A private pool in the backyard is surrounded by mature vegetation for plenty of privacy. Multiple decks offer a place to sit in the shade or bask in the sun. The great room located on the top level is furnished with a comfortable sectional sofa and huge TV for w
DU409: Driftwood
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
SomerVilla is a five-bedroom oceanside home situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in Corolla's Ocean Sands community. The beach is just a short walk away using the boardwalk at the end of Sand Fiddler Circle. Pets are welcome, so you won't have to leave your furry family members behind. SomerVilla makes the most of outdoor living, with a private pool, hot
OSF17: SomerVilla
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.4 (14 Reviews)
Recent Updates: Remodeled mid-level bath with walk-in shower | Upgraded high-speed WiFiSlow down the pace and set your clocks to island time when you spend your next Outer Banks vacation at Turtle's Cove. This four-bedroom oceanside and lakefront home in the community of Ocean Sands is just a short walk to the beach via a beautiful tree-lined, lake
OSM04: Turtle's Cove
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (19 Reviews)
Pleasant Seaprise is a classic beach cottage with fresh updates and unexpected delights throughout. From the recently remodeled interior to the brand new saltwater pool, Pleasant Seaprise has been thoughtfully modernized with guest satisfaction and comfort in mind. Situated just 200 feet from the dune line, getting to the sparkling Atlantic Ocean c
SN572C: Pleasant Seaprise
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
A Wave From It All is a lovely seaside home in the pristine community of Pine Island! Designed to be a place of relaxation and rejuvenation, it features beautiful beachy décor in a spacious design that allows for the whole crew to get together. Or, steal away to the cozy ships watch and grab a book from the library and catch the sunset views from t
* PI167: A Wave From It All
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.7 (18 Reviews)
Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone ~ AnonymousPayson Place in Corolla Light Resort is a very family-friendly home located just three lots back from the beach. Corolla Light is one of the most popular vacation destination spots on the Outer Banks and with good reason. This Outer Banks resort offe
CL133: Payson Place
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.5 (9 Reviews)
At this 3,150 square foot Outer Banks vacation home in Corolla's Whalehead Beach Community guests will enjoy great features like: a private 12' x 29' swimming pool and hot tub area with the convenience of a half bath and shower right by the pool; movie streaming service (by Netflix) in the main living area via the internet connected Blu-Ray; and a
WH563: Hip Nautic
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.9 (10 Reviews)
New for 2026 Guests can enjoy new top floor sun decks as well as covered picnic area for those sunny days. Spend Sunny Days and lazy vacation days by the seashore in this beach cottage located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Sunny Days is all about comfort, convenience, and easy living. This home has cheerful decor, wraparound decks, and a nice selection of
OSJ14: Sunny Days
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.6 (3 Reviews)

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