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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For the ultimate escape from hustle and bustle, take a step back in time to when life moved a little slower. Arcadia is truly a nostalgic beach paradise where you can enjoy life's simple pleasures. This classic cottage offers the rare combination of historic character plus an open-concept layout ideal for quality time spent with family and friends.
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KDN0617: Arcadia
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.9 (25 Reviews)
New to the Village Realty program for 2027! Wake up to endless ocean views at Making Memories, a beautifully updated 6‑bedroom oceanfront home in Duck’s Sanderling community. With a private walkway and dunetop deck leading straight to a quiet, uncrowded stretch of beach, this is a true front‑row Outer Banks experience from sunrise to moonrise.The t
DU917: Making Memories
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
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The search is over! You've just landed on your dream beach house for your next Outer Banks Vacation. Landes Dream is a one-of-a-kind oceanside home in the popular Whalehead Beach community of Corolla, with unique architectural features and plenty of character inside and out for an unforgettable vacation experience. Landes Dream is situated on a spa
WH601: Landes Dream
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.7 (19 Reviews)
Updates for 2026: New game room with foosball table and ski ball | New flooring throughout | Dishwasher added to kitchen | Photos coming soon!Get away from it all and reconnect with friends and family at Retreat at Turtle Pond, an adorable home tucked away in a quiet area of Southern Shores with only one neighbor and located right across the street
* SH59: Retreat at Turtle Pond
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (14 Reviews)
The Tip Sea Mermaid is a fully renovated beach house in Salvo situated on a corner lot just 200 feet from the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. While the interior of this oceanside retreat is top-notch, it's the outdoor areas that will truly make your next vacation one for the books. From the multiple decks and hot tub to the spacious backyard with fire pi
HISA02: The Tip Sea Mermaid
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (42 Reviews)
The hunt is over - Pirate's Booty is the treasure of a beach house you've been searching for! This well-maintained oceanside home offers a variety of amenities and is just a short walk to the beach and Nags Head Pier. When you arrive, skip the stairs and send your luggage and groceries to the upper levels using the elevator. The spacious, open-conc
JR4228: Pirate's Booty
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (8 Reviews)
Anchor down for a while here at Island Trader and make lasting vacation memories. Expansive water views will surely delight and keep you returning to this waterfront gem year after year. Island Trader has been fully remodeled creating spacious open living with water views from the majority of the home. The modern, elegantly furnished interior will
* NHCA21: Island Trader
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (34 Reviews)
Located on a sound-front/canal lot in Corolla Light, gorgeous magical sunsets and nature's bounty of birds and sea life greet guests at 'Aquacadabra'. Expansive Currituck Sound views from 3 decks, a large yard, and every room will delight the entire family in this home with well-coordinated coastal Decor and flat-screen Smart HD TV/Blue-Ray DVD ent
* CL335: Aquacadabra
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.6 (11 Reviews)
Escape to the charming 'Lemon Drop Inn' in Corolla, NC, where your worries will simply melt away. This delightful house is the perfect home away from home for a family vacation at the Outer Banks. This stunning, newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3 full bath, and 2 half bath home is designed for relaxation and entertainment. Step outside to your private oa
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* OSK16: Lemon Drop Inn
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (11 Reviews)
Sand Castle Cottage is a newly renovated, semi-oceanfront vacation home in South Nags Head. In addition to having your very own private pool and hot tub, the ground level is set up for around-the-clock outdoor entertainment and relaxation. Whether you're firing up the grill, lounging by the pool or going one-on-one in foosball or ping pong, everyon
SN218: Sand Castle Cottage
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
New to the Village Realty program for 2025! The Salty Dog is a well-maintained oceanside retreat located in the Section O neighborhood of Ocean Sands, also known as Ocean Lake. Guests can take advantage of tennis courts located directly behind the house, along with a community pool just a short walk away. When it's time to hit the beach, use the ne
OSO15: The Salty Dog
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (17 Reviews)
Starfish Sands is the place to make those OBX memories while relaxing in your own private pool and hot tub. Bring your family and friends and even your pets. TVs, DVD player, iPod docking station, WiFi, and foosball table. Close to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, dining, shopping, and many family-friendly activities.Pets allowed - dogs only. No smoki
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OSI05: Starfish Sands
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (19 Reviews)

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