
Vacation rentals with beach access in Dare County
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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️

Coastal Oasis OBX | King Bed, Patio, Near Beach
Coastal Oasis OBX is a ground-level studio featuring a comfy king bed, fast Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, kitchenette, Keurig, beach chairs, and a private patio. Just a 9-minute walk or 2-minute drive to the beach, with free public parking and access nearby. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, you’re minutes from OBX favorites like TRIO, Outer Banks Brewing Station, Jack Brown’s, Kill Devil’s Custard, Chili Peppers, Josephine’s, and Pony & The Boat, Avalon Pier, & mini golf. Perfect OBX Escape.

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!
Small Cottage located on the sound side. Home has a simple modern vibe with an outdoor wood burning fire pit and hot tub, perfect for outdoor entertainment. Just a 3 minute drive to the beach or a public sound access. Road connects to bay drive, which is a sound front road that leads from Kill Devil Hills to Kitty Hawk. Perfect for biking or just bypassing the summer traffic. Home is also centrally located to shopping, dining, entertainment, and more. You don’t want to miss this!

Walk to the Beach and Play in the Sandbox!
This cozy cottage is located in Kill Devil Hills, NC at Mile Post 7.5. The cottage is only a short 5 minute (3 if you're fast) walk to the beach where there is direct public access and a life guard stand. There is also a parking lot in case you would like to drop off the coolers and chairs. So, all you need to do is Relax and Enjoy the beauty of the Outer Banks in this beach-themed, fully equipped cottage. Lots of personal touches and amenities to make you feel right at home.

Petite Noire - Hot Tub - Copper Soaking Tubs!
Petite Noire - A newly built luxury tiny home located in Kitty Hawk, NC just minutes to the beach, bay and nature paths. This is the perfect romantic getaway offering so many spa amenities: º King Sized Gel Infused Mattress º Large Walk-in Shower With 2 Rainfall Shower Heads º 2 Outdoor Copper Soaker Tubs Overlooking Kitty Hawk Woods º Jacuzzi Hot Tub º Outdoor Shower With 2 Rainfall Shower Heads º Traditional Barrel Sauna º Full Kitchen º Upscale Finishes

Seas the Bay 2-KH Bay Sunrise-dock access-2 bikes
Welcome to "Seas the Bay 2" This charming 700 sqft. 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage offers stunning views of Kitty Hawk Bay! Just 5 min from the beach, local food, & nightlife, our dock on the bay is a perfect place to enjoy sunrises on the water. This listing is for 4 guests, perfect for couples, a small family, or friends. Another airbnb rental cottage is on the same property to the right, there is shared parking and dock access but no living spaces shared.

Urban Boutique Beach House. Hot Tub. EV charger
A newly renovated beach house! The sunsets on the Bay Drive are out of this world! It is just a short 5 minute walk from the property. The house is nested in an excellent location for someone who loves jogging, walking or biking with a view. Great amenities, new beds, and an EV charger. You wouldn’t want to leave..Come stay at Urban Boutique Beach house and explore this beautiful island! Waiting forward to hosting you 🌊☀️🏖️

Luxe villa 3 blocks to beach, bikes!
Escape to the Wedge House — a one-of-a-kind couples’ retreat honored by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the best Airbnbs in North Carolina. Tucked beside 400+ acres of National Park and just three blocks from the ocean, the Wedge House offers a soul-soothing blend of minimalist design and playful 70s spirit. Designed for couples craving simplicity, beauty, and a breath of fresh air, the Wedge House invites you to truly unwind.

Boutique Surf Shack
This charming cottage located steps from the ocean is loaded with character, originally built to be a diner in 1948 it has been renovated into a charming rental for you to enjoy! This small cottage is 810 sqft, 1 king bedroom and 2 xl twins in bunkroom, 1 queen sofa bed in the sunroom, 1 bath, with an open living, dining, kitchen area. The porch is a favorite spot for morning coffee or evening happy hours!

Curlew - Cottage with Beach Access & King Bed!
Newly remodeled in January 2021 and updated in February 2024, Curlew is a semi-oceanfront house nestled in the village of Salvo. Ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat and families wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, Curlew feels cozy while maintaining Hatteras Island charm and natural beauty. A well-appointed cottage with comforts of home, Curlew invites you to unwind and relax!

Barefoot Bungalow, steps from the Pamlico Sound
Sound-Side retreat. Enjoy a sunset nestled in the cool, old, live oak trees. With a cozy bungalow style feel enjoy ocean living on the peaceful sound side. Large wrap around deck for star gazing. Beach access is a short 6 min walk for surf and beach fun. Close to grocery store, ice cream parlor, restaurants, coffee, and souvenir shops. Visit the Avon pier for fishing, concerts and farmers markets.

North Duck Cottage | 3BR w/ Sunset Views & HotTub
North Duck Cottage is located in the gorgeous town of Duck - a 3-minute walk to the beach and a 3-minute drive to Downtown Duck! This home offers sound views from the top floor, 3 bedrooms, a fully-stocked kitchen, and a hot tub. Come enjoy North Duck Cottage with your friends and family - we would love to host you!
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*Sit N' Duck 1* Steps from Ocean + Community Pool!

The Dock

Central-Avalon Beach-Free Bikes-Close to the Beach

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

Captains Quarters | Coastal Charm |Free Bikes |MP6

Oceanside Mermaid Cottage Apartment, Garden View

Hatterascal Haven

Blue Marlin Hideaway
House rentals with beach access

Morris Oasis,Pool, Hot Tub,Sound access, Fast Wifi

Oceanfront Nags Head Beach House - with extras!

Direct Beach Access, Clean & Renovated + EZ Cart

Amazing VIEWS! Sound Front, Kayaks, Paddle boards

Duck Mountain Overlooks Sound

Ocean Views, Pet Friendly, Pool, Walk To Beach!

Tiny House on semi-oceanfront lot

The Beach House | OceanViews | Shoreline Bliss
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3 bedroom condo with oceanfront just steps away!

OBX Coastal Condo

Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

Oceanfront 2 Bed 2 Bath- Surfer's Watch

Turtle Tides - Oceanfront Penthouse Retreat

Scarborough Lane Hideaway - Beach, Pool, Bikes!

* Walk to Beach * Two Pools * Family Friendly Loft

Oceanfront 2BR Renovated Condo Linens Included
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