Valentine’s Day in the Northern Outer Banks is all about trading the usual gifts for quiet beaches, cozy stays, local food and time together. Use this guide to plan a romantic Currituck getaway, from Corolla inns and beach rentals to wine, wild horse tours and scenic date ideas.
Valentine’s Day is coming up quickly, and it’s time to plan how you’re going to show your love to that special someone. Skip the chocolates and overpriced jewelry this year and give your Valentine something truly memorable: a trip to The Northern Outer Banks.
Spend Romantic Valentine’s Weekend in Currituck
Book a Cozy Stay for Two
While Currituck is known for spacious beach vacation homes, Corolla also offers more intimate accommodations for parties of two. Corolla Village Inn, The Inn at Corolla, The Wild Horse Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and other area hotels provide comfort and proximity to the beaches and Historic Corolla. If you have an extended stay in mind, like a second honeymoon, consider booking a smaller beach cottage or condo with a full kitchen and room to settle in. Local rental agencies can help you find the perfect fit for your stay.
Plan Dinner, Drinks or a Sweet Local Stop
A Valentine’s getaway does not have to be complicated. Plan a romantic dinner, stop for a glass of wine or turn the evening into a relaxed date night after a day by the beach.
Toast your Valentine in Currituck with dinner at a local restaurant or a stop along the area’s wine, beer and spirits trail. Sanctuary Vineyards, Buffalo City Distillery, Wild Goose Wine Bar and Bacchus Wine & Gourmet are a few local spots to consider after a day together in Corolla or along the Currituck beaches.
Take It Easy With a Scenic Corolla Date
Bring your beach cruisers, stroll the trails in Historic Corolla or spend time by the water with nowhere else to be. For a scenic daytime date, visit Whalehead, walk through Historic Corolla Village or book a Corolla wild horse tour and turn the afternoon into a shared Outer Banks experience.
Celebrate a Special Occasion by the Coast
Celebrate a Proposal or Anniversary
Already engaged? Start dreaming about a beach wedding where your wedding party can stay together in a rental home in the off-road areas of Corolla and Carova. Oceanfront properties, private gathering spaces and the chance to see wild horses nearby give a Currituck wedding a setting you won’t find just anywhere.
Say “I Do” Along the Northern Outer Banks
Already engaged? Start dreaming about a beach wedding where the entire wedding party can stay together in a rental home in the off-road areas of Corolla and Carova. Oceanfront properties, private gathering spaces and wild horses grazing nearby give a Currituck wedding a setting you will not find just anywhere.
Bring the Family and Still Make Time for Each Other
Schedule your trip around the kids’ spring break and invite extended family if that makes the trip easier. With a few extra hands along for the vacation, you can take an afternoon walk on the beach, enjoy a quiet lunch or explore one of Currituck County’s attractions together.
Start Your Romantic Tradition in the Outer Banks
Chocolates may fade and jewelry might lose its shine, but the memories created during a quiet coastal escape are truly timeless. This Valentine’s Day, prioritize the gift of time together by planning your northern escape to the Currituck Outer Banks.
