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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!🌊🏖️☀️

An Authentic Outer Banks Cottage Experience | SUPs
OBX Sharp Stays presents: '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. I do have several listings in this neighborhood including next door to this cottage. Centrally located, 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. Pet friendly.

The Casita - Close to Beach & Bay, Outdoor Shower!
Welcome to The Casita, our Mediterranean inspired beach bungalow in the Outer Banks. The vision for this home came about after we traveled in Europe and fell in love with the calming, slow-paced lifestyle of villages along the coast, mixed with rich architecture focused on natural elements & a soothing palettes. We designed and renovated this beach cottage to exude inspiration from those experiences and create an escape for ourselves and to share with others. We look forward to hosting 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.

Under the Oak Cottage
@undertheoakcottage | Your Manteo Sanctuary 🌿 Are you looking for a stay that is curated, coastal-chic? Tucked under a canopy of trees just 1.5 miles from the Manteo Waterfront and 10 mins from Nags Head beaches, this is your ultimate OBX basecamp. The Vibe: Private deck with wrap around seating, grill, and retro-style kitchenette. The Location: 0.5-mile stroll to the Sound for sunset views. The Perks: We provide linens and beach towels. Adventure awaits. Follow @undertheoakcottage

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.

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

100 Year Old Cottage! Simple, Rustic, Charming
Our 100 year old cottage is nestled in the woods just a 5 minute drive from the ocean and only 1/2 mile to trails, boat ramp & kayak launch. Hit the beach or explore the sound during the day and enjoy our rustic retreat and it's awesome outdoor living space at night: herb garden, fire pit, grill and seating area. Inside raw wood beams, floor to ceiling pine and a loft that kids will love are just some of the unique features our little cabin offers!

BRAND NEW ☀️WATERFRONT 🌊KAYAKS,🛶WALK TO BEACH🏖!!
Much like the gemstone, The Pearl of Hatteras is unique, rare, and nestled within nature. This brand-new, modern, waterfront home is tucked away on an island estuary. Enjoy the walls of windows with magnificent views of the tidal pond and the passing pelicans, herons, and egrets. Listen to the waves as you enjoy coffee from the front porch. You are a 5-minute walk to the beaches of Hatteras, or a 3-minute drive to the ferry to Ocracoke.

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

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!

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

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Classic Flat Top, Beach 3 min walk, Pets Stay Free

A Swell Kept Secret ~from a long time SuperHost!

Cooter's Cabin

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

On Cloud 9 | Pet Friendly | Fully Stocked | MP7

Historic Beach Cottage 700ft to ocean #singlestory

Oceanside/Short walk to🏖/Fenced Yard/Dog friendly🐾

Sea Captain's Cottage 3 (Oceanfront Cottage Court)
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Escape to Avalon | Exquisite Outer Banks Casita

The House with Red Shutters

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

Hypnautic -Sound Front Cottage -New Custom Kitchen
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