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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Lost Boys Hideout | Comfort & Style | Nags Head
Professionally hosted by OBX Sharp Stays: You will be central to everything OBX. Shopping, dining & only 0.8 miles from the beach. This 1900sq.ft freshly furnished home is in the perfect location for a beach getaway. Located on a quiet street in a peaceful neighborhood, this cottage backs up to the Nags Head Woods which offers privacy & serenity. The cottage is walking/biking distance from the beach, Dowdy’s Park, YMCA, coffee shops, great restaurants, & is less than a mile from Jockey's Ridge.

The Sea Shanty - Deepwater Canal, Dogs Ok, Fenced!
Welcome to the Sea Shanty at Colington Harbour in Kill Devil Hills, NC. Epitome of Country at the Beach with views of the Albemarle Sound in the backyard. Swim, Fish, Play, Layout & Watch the Sunsets. Professionally cleaned and sanitized. Open concept, 3BR 2 Full Baths (1 King w/Ensuite, 1 Queen, 1 Full over Full Bunk), Outdoor Shower, Fire Pit, Cornhole, Games, High Speed Internet & Wifi, Smart TV's in each room, Kayaks and more! the Nautical Lifestyle awaits! Pool and Racquet Club Available.

On Cloud 9 | Pet Friendly | Fully Stocked | MP7
Professionally hosted by OBX Sharp Stays: Unwind in this serene, chic cottage ideally situated on the OBX. Centrally located amidst the best of the Outer Banks, including dining, shopping, attractions, and scenic beaches. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this charming home comfortably accommodates up to 5 guests with 2 queen beds and 1 single. Fully equipped and thoughtfully stocked, this cottage is perfect for your Outer Banks getaway. We eagerly await the opportunity to host you!

Orginal 50s Pad! Direct Beach & Avalon Pier Acess
Hear the sounds of the waves, feel the refreshing sea breeze and chill out at the 'Original' Avalon Beach Bungalow OBX! We provide intelligently designed beach homes for the unique elements of vacation stays: • User Friendly Homes • Prime Locations: Steps to Beach • Sparkling Clean • Quick & Attentive Local Support • Thoughtful Touches The Avalon Beach Bungalow OBX is an original Outer Banks 'Bungalow' style home, that was re-imagined and renovated by Live Swell Custom Homes in 2018.

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.)

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.

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!

Seas The Bay-KH Bay Sunrise-hot tub-dock access
Welcome to "Seas the Bay" surrounded by water and majestic live oaks! This quaint 1,000 sqft cottage offers stunning views of Kitty Hawk Bay from the house, deck, & dock. 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 a family, friends, or couples. Another airbnb rental is on the same property to the left, there is shared parking, but no living spaces shared.

OBX Oceanfront · Private Beach · Hot Tub · Salvo
We can’t wait to host you at Dune Haus in Salvo, NC (Outer Banks). 🌊 Oceanfront 🌊 Private beach access 🌊 Cargo lift 🌊 Hot tub Dune Haus is nestled in the eclectic solitude of Salvo with Cape Hatteras National Seashore as our backyard. This cottage is a one of a kind place designed for the most discerning guest to enjoy all the adventures that the Outer Banks has to offer. ☒ Booking Guest must be 25. NO PARTIES, NO SMOKING, NO PETS ♥ @goodhostco

Honey Heron Downtown Manteo area
Cozy Cottage near Historic Downtown Manteo! This adorable cottage is fully decorated, well equipped, and located only blocks from historical downtown Manteo! Easily walk to or use the bikes. Explore the history, grab lunch and a coffee while you hit the quaint shops. If fishing and exploring is more your speed, there are several charters and tours that start at the Manteo marina area. Oh yeah, Nags Head beach, just 6 miles away!

Surf shack Rodanthe
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Walking distance to some of the best surfing on the east coast as well as restaurants ,coffee shop, pizza! , pier , small grocery store , and kite boarding on sound . The surf shack is rustic living ! This space is designed for serious surfers and kiteboarders , if you are looking for the 4 seasons this is not it , but if you want to hit the beach you are here!
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Charming OBX Soundfront Home with Hot Tub & Kayaks

OBX Beach House *Heated Pool&Hot Tub* in Duck

Foster Your Dreams: 5 min walk to beach, MP 8.7

Fenced backyard, private pool, hottub, volleyball

Beach Cottage · Hot Tub · Rooftop · Movie Room

“Vitamin Sea” comfy 5br, hot tub and ocean view.

*Hot-Tub* Pet Friendly Community Pool, Cottage KDH

Hot Tub + Dog Friendly Central KDH The MOON Tower
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Classic Flat Top, Beach 3 min walk, Pets Stay Free

A Swell Kept Secret ~from a long time SuperHost!

Helga Street • Classic OBX

Second Wind~4 bdrm, Steps2beach,Gas Firepit, Pets!

Sun Fun Cottage , Pet friendly & walk to the beach

An Authentic Outer Banks Cottage Experience | SUPs

Sea Captain's Cottage 2; Oceanfront Cottage Court

Ocean View, Family Cottage Located on Beach Road
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Crabby Pad at Hatteras NC

Escape to Avalon | Exquisite Outer Banks Casita

OBX Cottage w/ Fire Pit, Steps to the Beach

Makana Beach Cottage ~ A Magical Retreat

The Little Beach Lodge

New Pool! Ping-Pong * Near Beach & Duck Village

The Boardroom Surf House • Walk 2 Sound • King Bed

Romantic 1 BR Cottage/Privacy-Near Ocean & Dining
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