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Cape Hatteras Bed and Breakfast
#1 of 3 B&Bs / inns in Buxton
74 Reviews
Last reviewed May 29, 2012
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Outer Banks Motel
#4 of 7 hotels in Buxton
45 Reviews
Last reviewed May 29, 2012
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Cape Pines Motel
#2 of 7 hotels in Buxton
84 Reviews
Last reviewed May 28, 2012
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The Inn on Pamlico Sound
#1 of 7 hotels in Buxton
566 Reviews
Last reviewed May 28, 2012
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Seaside Inn At Hatteras
#1 of 5 in Hatteras Island, Outer Banks
36 Reviews
Last reviewed May 27, 2012
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Ramada Plaza Nags Head Beach
#9 of 18 hotels in Kill Devil Hills
170 Reviews
Last reviewed May 22, 2012
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Thurston House Inn Bed & Breakfast
#5 of 12 B&Bs / inns in Ocracoke
10 Reviews
Last reviewed May 15, 2012
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The Breakwater Inn
#4 of 12 hotels in Hatteras Island
30 Reviews
Last reviewed May 14, 2012
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The Villas of Hatteras Landing
#3 of 5 in Hatteras Island, Outer Banks
29 Reviews
Last reviewed May 11, 2012
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Cape Hatteras Motel
#5 of 7 hotels in Buxton, Hatteras Island
54 Reviews
Last reviewed May 9, 2012
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Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging
#3 of 7 hotels in Buxton, Hatteras Island
93 Reviews
Last reviewed May 4, 2012
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The Villas at Koru Village
#1 of 2 specialty lodging in Avon
20 Reviews
Last reviewed May 1, 2012
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The Croatoan Inn
#6 of 7 hotels in Buxton
20 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 24, 2012
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Frisco Woods Campground
#1 of 1 specialty lodging in Frisco
51 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 22, 2012
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Hatteras Sands Resort
#2 of 5 in Hatteras Island, Outer Banks
11 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 5, 2012
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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Buxton
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Ranked #1 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
103 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses; Historic Sites
Distance 5.6 miles from city center
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- "Great lighthouse" May 28, 2012
- "Very awesome sight and infor..." May 27, 2012
- "A Sight to See!" May 25, 2012
Equine Adventures, Frisco
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Ranked #2 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
15 reviews
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Horseback riding on the beach. Ride through the Buxton Maritime forest out to the pristine beaches of Hatteras Island. See...
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Horseback riding on the beach. Ride through the Buxton Maritime forest out to the pristine beaches of Hatteras Island. See the island from a different perspective. All levels of riders accommodated. Join us for a horseback riding adventure!
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Attraction type Horseback Riding Stables
Distance 9.0 miles from city center
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- "The highlight of our trip" May 14, 2012
- "Great ride!" Apr 28, 2012
- "Awesome Ride Aug 8-09" Apr 5, 2012
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Ranked #3 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
40 reviews
A national seashore preserve that has the most extensive stretch of undeveloped seashore along the Atlantic coast.
Attraction type National Parks; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches
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- "Nice sunny drive" May 9, 2012
- "locals hate the NPS" May 9, 2012
- "Beautiful Dunes and Beaches" May 6, 2012
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Ranked #4 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
20 reviews
Attraction type Specialty Museums
Distance 8.2 miles from city center
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- "Small but for most part info..." May 22, 2012
- "The Monitor" May 15, 2012
- "Very interesting!" May 12, 2012
Buxton Woods Nature Trail, Buxton
Ranked #5 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
5 reviews
Attraction type Hiking Trails
Distance 6.5 miles from city center
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- "Adventure" Apr 30, 2012
- "best kept secret" Apr 24, 2012
- "nice and scenic" Apr 15, 2012
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Ranked #6 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
15 reviews
Pea Island isn't as close to many of the places listed on this site as the mileage notes indicate although they are within 30-45 minutes so refer to a map when planning. Pea... more »
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches
Distance 41.0 miles from city center
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- "Check the Tide Tables" May 28, 2012
- "It's for the Birds" Apr 26, 2012
- "Nice Walk!" Apr 5, 2012
Salvo Beach, Salvo
Ranked #7 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
5 reviews
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 13.6 miles from city center
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- "Under construction" May 15, 2012
- "nice beach wide and pretty a..." Mar 30, 2012
- "Ramp 23 - nothing better." Dec 22, 2011
Canadian Hole, Buxton
Ranked #8 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
7 reviews
Beach located along North Carolina's Outer Banks that is recommended for windsurfing.
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 0.2 miles from city center
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- "Hatteras Island" Apr 22, 2012
- "quiet and relaxing" Apr 19, 2012
- "Great place to windsurf" Mar 27, 2012
Frisco Beach, Frisco
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Ranked #9 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
3 reviews
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 9.2 miles from city center
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- "Frisco - The Best Part of OB..." May 17, 2012
- "Frisco Beach is the Best" Mar 14, 2012
- "Best beach on the island" Nov 27, 2011
Avon Pier, Avon
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Ranked #10 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
6 reviews
Avon, NC is a laid-back, relaxing, beautiful place to vacation. The beach houses are truly well maintained, clean and nicely furnished. Avon pier, fishing, sound and the ocean... more »
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 0.3 miles from city center
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- "Well worth a visit if in tow..." Apr 9, 2012
- "AWESOME" Feb 17, 2012
- "An Authentic, Buckled Wooden..." Jan 31, 2012
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Ranked #11 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
3 reviews
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Affordable horseback riding on the beautiful Hatteras, NC beach. No age limit. 100% on the beach. Our horses are kid friendly...
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Affordable horseback riding on the beautiful Hatteras, NC beach. No age limit. 100% on the beach. Our horses are kid friendly and safe. Helmets provided. Great for a couple or a group. No experience needed. Create memories that last a lifetime. Call for reservations. 252-216-9191
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Attraction type Equestrian Trails
Distance 12.4 miles from city center
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- "Great experience - wonderful..." Apr 6, 2012
- "An amazing experience" Aug 11, 2011
- "Great for young kids, highly..." Sep 1, 2010
Spa Koru, Avon
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Ranked #12 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
11 reviews
Although there are many great outdoor activities available on the Outer Banks there are still many people who want to take a trip or two to the Gym while on vacation. Spa Koru in... more »
Attraction type Spas
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "Fine wellness center? Nope" Apr 28, 2012
- "Wonderful Experience!" Aug 10, 2011
- "Spa Koru is whatSUP!" Jun 9, 2011
Frisco Native American Museum, Frisco
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Ranked #13 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
1 review
Attraction type Museums
Distance 10.2 miles from city center
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- "GREAT HIDDEN GEM ON HATTERAS..." Jun 3, 2011
Frisco Mini Golf & Go Karts, Frisco
Ranked #14 of 16 Attractions in Hatteras Island
3 reviews
Attraction type Game/ Entertainment Centers
Distance 7.7 miles from city center
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- "Frisco Mini Golf" May 17, 2012
- "Not ready for the season?" Apr 4, 2012
- "Golf was fun, carts not so g..." Sep 2, 2011
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Part of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, this area is ideal for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and enjoying nature.
Attraction type Beaches
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This half-mile trail, which offers spectacular wildlife observation year-round, is fully disabled accessible.
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 41.0 miles from city center
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