Vacation rentals in Outer Banks
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Marsh view sunsets/hot tub/dock/kayaks/bikes
Relax with friends and family at "Sunset Bay". Just built in 2024, this 700 sqft. 2 bedroom cottage is stylish and quaint and offers some of the most sought after views that the Outer Banks can offer. Nestled back in the heart of Kitty Hawk Village on Hay Point, guests will enjoy a private and peaceful stay right over the marsh with dock access. Sunset Bay is only 1.8 miles from the Kitty Hawk Beach bathhouse and is centrally located to many restaurants, food/convenience stores, and local shops.
Coastal Breeze | Hot Tub | Studio | Outdoor Shower
Coastal Breeze OBX is a super clean, stylish studio located under our home in Kill Devil Hills, just a 2-minute drive or 9-minute walk to the beach, with FREE parking at nearby Beach Accesses. Enjoy a 2 person Hot Tub, comfy queen bed, fast Wi-Fi, 50” Smart TV, kitchenette, Keurig, and private patio. Close to OBX favorites like Avalon Pier, Goombays, Duck Donuts, Pony & The Boat, Josephine’s (best Italian), Trio (wine & bistro) Putt Putt & Movies. Makes for a perfect couples or romantic getaway
Highview Haven | Timeless Coastal Experience | MP7
Professionally hosted by OBX Sharp Stays: Enjoy a stylish stay at this centrally located OBX cottage. Spacious & inviting, this home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Fully stocked with all essentials, it’s perfect for your OBX getaway. Enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, entertainment, & the beach! Complimentary beach chairs & more. Just a short walk to Bay Drive, where you can savor stunning sunsets from the public gazebo. Experience comfort & convenience in the heart of the Outer Banks.
Captains Quarters | Coastal Charm |Free Bikes |MP6
Professionally hosted by OBX Sharp Stays: 'Captain's Quarters' blends Coastal Living + Southern Charm for an unforgettable getaway. Nestled among live oaks & a short walk to Kitty Hawk Bay, this retreat offers natural beauty & a relaxed atmosphere. Beach cruisers are provided, & you’re just a few blocks from Hayman Public Park, Bay Drive Bike/Walking path, gazebo, a public boat ramp, & a new kayak launch. Enjoy FREE beach parking. Close to the beach, dining, groceries, & shopping. Best of OBX
Live Oak Cottage - 'tiny house' / walk to beach
The Live Oak Cottage is a beautiful guest house situated under sprawling live oak trees. The suite and main house was originally a US Coast Guard Lifesaving Station built in 1901 - and moved to its current location in the 60s. The suite has been restored to bring it up to date with modern amenities, while retaining its rustic charm. A kitchenette, with fridge, toaster, plug in cook top + more. Sit back and relax on your private deck with a grill or walk to the beach in just 5 minutes.
Endless Oceanfront Days and Nights at Perriwinkle
Special *Off-Season* Offer! Book 5 or more nights and get one of those nights on us! (Special not available May 15-Sept. 15. Special available for all bookings made on or after 12/31/24.) How does it work? Simply make your reservation for 5 or more nights, send us a message to let us know you qualify for the special, and we will deduct the rate of the lowest priced rented night. Rent 5 nights? Pay for 4. Rent 7 nights? Pay for 6, etc. (The free night must be used during the same stay.)
the cottage
The cottage stands along the oceanfront in quaint area of Kitty Hawk beach. Very small cottage limited to 2 guests. Remodeled and designed in vintage beach flair. The cottage reminds me of the way coastal homes used to be: simple ; yet, thougthfully integrated into the environment. Approximately 800 square ft. of intimate living space with spacious deck for getting closer to the sea and sky. I provide all the clean linens .Please have prior reviews and be over 29 years of age.
Private Hot Tub + Spa Bath | OBX Couples Retreat
Escape to a private couples retreat in the heart of Kill Devil Hills — complete with a private hot tub, king suite, spa-style soaking tub, rainfall shower, beach cruiser bikes, and easy access to Bay Drive sunset walks. Perfect for anniversaries, weekend getaways, solo recharge trips, and quiet OBX escapes. Guests love the cleanliness, comfort, bathroom, hot tub, location, biking, and sleep quality — all the little details that make this stay feel easy, romantic, and restorative.
The East Coast Host - OBX Treehouse
The OBX Treehouse! Come experience all the Outer Banks has to offer in style at this brand new luxury treehouse. ✓ Treehouse ✓ Hot Tub ✓ Traditional Barrel Sauna ✓ Two Outdoor Clawfoot Soaker Tubs ✓ Outdoor Shower with Two Rainfall Shower Heads ✓ King Bed ✓ Electric Fireplace ✓ Walk-in Shower with Two Rainfall Shower Heads ✓ Work Out Gear ✓ Washer and Dryer ✓ Free Fast WiFi ✓ Free Parking ✓ Linens & Towels Included! ✓ Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash Included!
Coastal chic tiny house living. Hottub, SUB, Kayak
Built 2023 Tiny Modern Home SUP, hottub, kayaks, bikes, surrounded beautiful oaks. Modern and comfortable furniture, all new in May 2023. The entire house is separate and has one bedroom, full bathroom, living room and full kitchen. Beautiful rose garden and trees surrounding the porch. Great energy for couples on honeymoon or others wanting spending quality time together. Walking distance to the Albemarle Sound and 5 minute drive to the beach. YMCA enjoy as well
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
The Spoon Rest - steps from the ocean in Nags Head
The Spoon Rest is a super cute, renovated apartment located directly above The Surfin' Spoon. With epic ocean views from the porch (or from every window inside), you're gonna be stoked to just hang and relax while people-watching & listening to the waves break. When you're ready to surf or get your bronze on, the beach is just across the street! Located in the heart of Nags Head, you'll love being close to so many great restaurants and fun places.
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Outer Banks beach vacation rentals
Suite Four @ Beach Haven Retreat
Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
NEW! Stunning Beach House w/Ocean View & Hot Tub!
Oceanfront-"Sun-Sational Setting" in heart of Duck
Waterfront Luxury Beach Home-Sunset View,Spa Baths
Waterfront Beach Bungalow
Ocean view family cottage. Just steps to the beach
3 BR, 2.5 BA. Two Story OCEAN FRONT house.
Private Outer Banks vacation rentals
Escape to Avalon | Exquisite Outer Banks Casita
Luxe villa 3 blocks to beach, bikes!
Gypsy Treehouse Gazebo - Walk to Beach
Goldie St Retreat - Heart of KDH
Church's Island Carriage House
Couples Key Suite Self Check-in (pool, bikes)
*Daze Off 3BR w/Hot Tub Beach•Concerts• Downtown
The Casita - Close to Beach & Bay, Outdoor Shower!
Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Outer Banks
Jill's Place/Woods View/Beaches/Pets Ok
Prime Location | Pets | Kayak | Bike | SUP | MP7.5
Hello Mellow | 3BR New Construction, Private Pool!
Walk to Beach! Dogs OK, Backyard, Hot Tub, Pool
Dog-Friendly Cottage with Hot Tub
BRAND NEW ☀️WATERFRONT 🌊KAYAKS,🛶WALK TO BEACH🏖!!
Surf Bungalow~ Semi OF~ Pets OK~ Steps to Sand
Happy Holiday Home! Pet-Friendly, Walk to Beach!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Outer Banks located?
Outer Banks is a chain of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, known for its long beaches, dunes, and maritime forests. The area includes popular towns like Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, and Corolla.
When is the best time to visit Outer Banks?
Late spring through early fall is frequently suggested for visiting Outer Banks, with warmer temperatures and vibrant coastal activities. Those seeking quieter periods often explore in early spring or late autumn, when crowds thin and the weather remains mild.
What are some things to do near Outer Banks?
Visitors can explore Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the Wright Brothers National Memorial, and historic Roanoke Island. Wildlife watching, fishing, and visiting local lighthouses are also often recommended to experience the area's natural and cultural heritage.
How is the weather near Outer Banks?
Outer Banks has mild winters around 41–55°F (5–13°C), while summer months are warmer, typically 74–87°F (24–31°C), with variable rain. Spring and autumn are marked by pleasant temperatures and changing coastal breezes.
All about Outer Banks
The Outer Banks, a popular vacation spot off of the coast of North Carolina, isn’t just made up of many barrier islands but many charming towns, each with a distinctive personality. Hatteras, for example, traces its seafaring heritage in the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. Nearby Buxton is known for great surfing and windsurfing, as well as America's tallest brick lighthouse, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Nags Head, founded in the 19th century, boasts galleries as well as great fishing spots from its wooden piers. The Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk preserves the spot where Orville and Wilbur Wright succeeded at sending up the first powered flight in 1903.
Many people come to the Outer Banks simply to lounge on the beach, but there are plenty of opportunities for exploring the wilderness in a more active way. As part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the Outer Banks offers 75 miles of protected Atlantic coastline, with plenty of trails for hikers and bikers. Climb up the East Coast’s highest sand dune in Jockey’s Ridge State Park to watch the sunset from its apex.
What are the top things to do in Outer Banks?
The Elizabethan Gardens
Located within the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site on Roanoke Island, the Elizabethan Gardens inspires delight in every season, whether you’re basking in the aroma of winter jasmine in January or admiring the profusion of hydrangeas in June. You can spend several hours strolling along the paths that traverse this 10-acre sculpture garden. Before visiting, you may want to check its website to see if the John White Butterfly Center is hosting workshops (seed saving, floral arrangement) that day.
Hatteras Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum
There are well over 2,000 shipwrecks off the coast of North Carolina, and the Hatteras Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum honors their memory. This small, free museum features exhibits on the maritime history of the Outer Banks, displaying artifacts rescued from pirate ships as well as World War II-era German submarines. A fun way to explore the collections is through the museum’s scavenger hunt.
Driving the Beach
The Outer Banks are one of the few spots on the East Coast that allow driving on the beach. You can bring your own four-wheel-drive vehicle or rent one from a local business that outfits cars specifically for beach driving. Before you head onto the sands, though, you’ll need to obtain a beach-driving permit online. While you’re at it, add on a free beach fire permit so you can toast marshmallows by the water. Rules around access differ between beaches and can change over the course of the year, so plan ahead to avoid disappointment.
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