Renae's Guidebook
Rental Equipment
Great place to arrange for equipment rental to be delivered before you arrive!
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Ocean Atlantic Rentals
1194 Duck RdGreat place to arrange for equipment rental to be delivered before you arrive!
Guests have rented bikes from Duck Village Outfitters. They were the nicest bikes I've seen and to make it even better, they drop off and pick up.
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Duck Village Outfitters
1207 Duck RoadGuests have rented bikes from Duck Village Outfitters. They were the nicest bikes I've seen and to make it even better, they drop off and pick up.
Food scene
NC Coast Grill & Bar
1184 Duck RdCoastal Cantina
1236 Duck RdTRIO Restaurant & Market
3708 N Croatan HwyOrange Blossom Bakery & Cafe
47206 NC-12Home of the Apple Ugly!
Art's Place
4624 N Virginia Dare TrailBernie's Brother Tropical Grill and Bar
803 Albacore StYou need reservations or you will most likely not get a seat. The dining room is a little noisy, so request the bar if you are a single or party of 2. The sunsets are amazing and the food delectable.
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The Paper Canoe
1564 Duck RdYou need reservations or you will most likely not get a seat. The dining room is a little noisy, so request the bar if you are a single or party of 2. The sunsets are amazing and the food delectable.
Bangkok Thai-Sushi Duck, NC
1177 Duck RoadGreat food! Seating inside and out. Perfect place for the sunset over the sound!
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AQUA Restaurant
Great food! Seating inside and out. Perfect place for the sunset over the sound!
Hidden gem! Excellent service and food, not to mention martinis. The bartender is top-notch, or I should say top-shelf. I highly recommend making reservations. The tenderloin melts in your mouth and they have a magical recipe for kale, yes kale.
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Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar
4700 N Virginia Dare TrailHidden gem! Excellent service and food, not to mention martinis. The bartender is top-notch, or I should say top-shelf. I highly recommend making reservations. The tenderloin melts in your mouth and they have a magical recipe for kale, yes kale.
Best fish & chips on the beach! They offer a nice variety of dishes and daily specials along with fun daily cocktails. The service is amazing too. They do not accept reservations and the wait can be long because they are popular, but I assure you it's worth the wait. If the weather permits, I always sit on the second floor balcony so I can enjoy the view.
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Steamers Restaurant & Catering
1 Ocean BlvdBest fish & chips on the beach! They offer a nice variety of dishes and daily specials along with fun daily cocktails. The service is amazing too. They do not accept reservations and the wait can be long because they are popular, but I assure you it's worth the wait. If the weather permits, I always sit on the second floor balcony so I can enjoy the view.
BEST on the Outer Banks! I'm glad they are a little further up the road because I would go more than once a week! Amazing frozen custard. I love the regular hot fudge sunday with vanilla, but it's all good.
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Kill Devil's Frozen Custard & Beach Fries
1002 S Croatan HwyBEST on the Outer Banks! I'm glad they are a little further up the road because I would go more than once a week! Amazing frozen custard. I love the regular hot fudge sunday with vanilla, but it's all good.
Great little "hippy vibe" coffee & espresso shop. I love that they support local artisans by displaying their work. Small sitting vignettes with a big personality and positive vibes.
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Ashley’s Espresso Parlour & All-Time Roasting Co.
100 E Helga StGreat little "hippy vibe" coffee & espresso shop. I love that they support local artisans by displaying their work. Small sitting vignettes with a big personality and positive vibes.
Sightseeing
Corolla Beach 4x4 Access
1312 N Beach Access RdCurrituck Beach Lighthouse Museum Shop
Bodie Island Visitor Center
8180 Bodie Island Lighthouse RdAsk for Rob and tell them Renae sent you from The Back Poarch
You WILL see horses! This is my favorite thing about The Outer Banks!
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Corolla Jeep Adventures
1070 Ocean TrailAsk for Rob and tell them Renae sent you from The Back Poarch
You WILL see horses! This is my favorite thing about The Outer Banks!
Local Artisans
Local Art, Home Decor, & Gifts
Absolutely Outer Banks
3708 N Croatan HwyIf you’re looking for some local art to remind you of your best vacation ever, look no further than Melvin James in Nags Head! Look for some of his pieces on the walls!
Melvin's Studio
124 West Woodhill DriveIf you’re looking for some local art to remind you of your best vacation ever, look no further than Melvin James in Nags Head! Look for some of his pieces on the walls!
Personal spa & Relaxation Services
Ocean Nails is my personal go to for a spa pedicure!
Ocean Nail Spa
5385 Virginia Dare TrailTell John I sent you!
Live Music
Small outdoor venue featuring local artists and travelers. Beach theme let’s you know you’re on vacation!
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Tap Shack
1209 Duck RoadSmall outdoor venue featuring local artists and travelers. Beach theme let’s you know you’re on vacation!
Local artists perform on the outdoor, backyard feels, like you’re hanging with friends with live music. Look for Trick Fly, my favorite local band, they perform regularly. Inside, while I’ve never actually stayed inside has a cool feel to it. I have to be honest and I I’ve never actually been here so I can’t tell you how the food is.
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Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint KDH
800 S Virginia Dare TrailLocal artists perform on the outdoor, backyard feels, like you’re hanging with friends with live music. Look for Trick Fly, my favorite local band, they perform regularly. Inside, while I’ve never actually stayed inside has a cool feel to it. I have to be honest and I I’ve never actually been here so I can’t tell you how the food is.
AQUA Restaurant
Often has music on the outside deck.
Live, including karaoke on Thursday & Saturday nights 10:00! Call ahead to be sure. Lots of fun!
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Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill
1159 Austin StreetLive, including karaoke on Thursday & Saturday nights 10:00! Call ahead to be sure. Lots of fun!
Live music upstairs in the bar area along with a full menu! See when Bryan Campbell is playing, he's one of my favorite local musicians.
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Bernie's Brother Tropical Grill and Bar
803 Albacore StLive music upstairs in the bar area along with a full menu! See when Bryan Campbell is playing, he's one of my favorite local musicians.
Fishing
Small bar, restaurant, live music and gift shop. Fishing off pier.
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Jennette's Pier
7223 S Virginia Dare TrailSmall bar, restaurant, live music and gift shop. Fishing off pier.