Cottage vacation rentals in Dare County

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Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!

Newly Renovated 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!

Nov 17 – 24

R3,207 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Duck, NC Short Walk To Ocean, Volleyball&Ping-pong

Welcome to the heart of Duck, North Carolina on the Outer Banks! This charming beach cottage is 0.2 miles from the ocean, a short walk and your toes are in the sand. This cheerful, well appointed and fully stocked home offers everything you need for the most memorable vacation experience. This is a private and peaceful 3 level home with 3 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. It is equipped to sleep 10. Luxurious linens and towels provided. On site: full volleyball court, ping-pong and beach equipment.

Dec 4 – 11

R2,502 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

Hillcrest Hideaway

The Hillcrest Hideaway is a simple cozy cabin in a quiet neighborhood. Newly renovated in the winter of ‘23 this tiny house is located on the same property as the owner’s home but provides complete privacy with its own fenced in yard. Inside is a full kitchen, living area, and comfy Queen bed and is stocked with everything you need. Outside there is a living room, dining area, grill, shower, and rooftop deck. The beach and sound are both a short bike ride and the town of Duck is 2 miles north.

Aug 16 – 23

R3,062 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 258 reviews

An Authentic Outer Banks Cottage Experience

Welcome to The Avalon Cottage. A 1958 original Outer Banks flat top cottage. This beautiful cottage has been renovated, offering the perfect mix of modern conveniences & true Outer Banks nostalgia. Need extra Space? Cottage next door hosted by Katie "^^Perfect Central Location on the Outer Banks" Located in a most central location, 2 king beds & rooms with Smart tvs, fully stocked kitchen, large 65” smart tv, excellent WiFi, covered patio, outdoor shower, ping pong, rope swing & new decor.

Nov 26 – Dec 3

R2,056 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Across- the- Marsh Cottage

Small, unique cottage in a quiet neighborhood on an old road near the marshes and bays in Kitty Hawk, NC. ( The cottage is across the street from the mailbox.) The cottage is tucked away on the backside of the barrier island; however, we are close to the beach and centrally located to most of the towns along the Outer Banks. This is a NON-SMOKING property. All towels and linens are provided and I do not charge a cleaning fee . Please have positive prior reviews and be at least 26 years old.

Jan 9 – 16

R3,153 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Manteo

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Under the Oak Cottage

Downtown Manteo Waterfront, only minutes away! Updated Manteo cottage nestled in trees with private deck to enjoy nature. One bedroom, one bath. Conveniently located 1.5 miles to downtown, waterfront Manteo. Less than a 10 minute drive to Nags Head beaches. Views of the sound are only a half a mile walk. This cozy cottage has room for two and has everything you need for a relaxing and fun vacation. We hope you make beautiful memories here. Follow us on Instagram @undertheoakcottage

Sep 8 – 15

R3,202 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

Serendipity OBX:Oceanside Cottage on the Beach Rd

Looking for the perfect couples or solo adventurer's beach getaway? Serendipity OBX is a historic OBX beach cottage with stunning ocean views. Our cottage is situated on Beach Road, and just 200 feet from the beach. The cottage is dog-friendly and features a fenced-in backyard, rooftop deck, front deck, back deck, sun porch and outdoor shower. The cottage is a 5 minute walked to great restaurants and bars. Book your stay at Serendipity OBX today and start planning your beach escape!

Dec 7 – 14

R2,864 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Nags Head

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Relax by the Sea!

Pet friendly, oceanfront Nags Head cottage featuring large ocean decks, gazebo, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an outdoor shower, hammocks. Every room has an ocean view~ the Upper Level has panoramic views of the ocean and Jockey's Ridge. Located on the edge of Nags Head's historic district, 'Cottage Row', the cottage is walking distance to Jockey's Ridge State Park's iconic sand dunes and soundside beach, Nags Head Pier, Austin's Seafood, Blue Moon, Mulligan's, and Dowdy Park for all.

Sep 27 – Oct 4

R12,819 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Manteo

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Crews Cottage on Roanoke Island (Outer Banks, NC)

Located in the forested dunes of Roanoke Island, Crews Cottage is attached to the main house of owners through a breezeway and screened porch. No steps! (See Accessibility section.) Approximately 1000 square feet in total size, it features a large private bedroom (queen bed) with bathroom/shower. The great room has a pullout sofa bed (full) and love seat bed (twin). Kitchenette features full-sized refrigerator, convection microwave oven, toaster, and coffee maker. Sorry, no pets.

Dec 31 – Jan 7

R2,785 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Salvo

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Mann Cottage

Welcome to the Mann Cottage in Salvo! Newly remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath, sleeps 4, one lot back from NPS & a 2 minute walk to the Atlantic Ocean, Wi-fi, 3 USB ports in each room. Smart TV. Screened porch & sun deck. Hot/cold outside shower. Quiet neighborhood, pleasant for bicycling, walking, and jogging, easy connect to 4 mi. long village pathway. Salvo is conveniently located in the middle of Hatteras Island making day trips to other areas quicker & easier to accomplish.

Jan 30 – Feb 6

R2,686 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

The Boardroom OBX

Modern & Private 1 Bedroom Cottage located in Kill Devil Hills, MP 6. Conveniently located less than a 1 mile to the beautiful Outer Banks beaches and just a 5 minute walk to the sound. Our king size bed is perfect for a couples getaway and our granite countertop kitchenette has all the fixins for simple meals. Quiet neighborhood with sound side bike paths only a block away. Perfect for chasing sunsets! * No Pets * 2 Guests Max * 1/2 mile to beach

Jan 5 – 12

R2,114 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Sea Captain's Cottage 4; Oceanfront Cottage Court

This Carolina Classic Beach Cottage is what a stay on the Outer Banks is all about. Designed for small families wanting to focus on time together enjoying the beach which is merely steps away. SCC4 is a newly constructed cottage (completed September 2022) that is merely steps to the beach. The Sea Captain's Cottages consist of four 2 bedroom cottages that sit on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills.

Oct 3 – 10

R3,221 ZAR per night