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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Cozy Beach Cottage - 3 Min Walk to Beach, Pets OK!
Charming and private, updated 1957 flat top cottage nestled among the trees in Southern Shores on a quiet family-friendly street ✔ 3min Walk to Beach ✔ Traditional Beach Cottage Feel w/ Modern Amenities ✔ Sleeps up to 6 ✔ Pet Friendly ✔ Large private property ✔ High-speed Internet ✔ Outdoor Full Bathroom + Full Indoor Bath → 4min drive to Downtown Duck → 15min drive - Wright Brothers National Monument → 25min drive - Jockey's Ridge State Park → 30min drive - Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Corolla

The Boardroom Surf House • Walk 2 Sound • King Bed
Fall in love with our surf-inspired, private cottage—steps from the sound and close to the beach. Enjoy a bright modern space, cozy bedroom & peaceful porch for slow mornings, salty breezes & sunset walks to the sound. A dreamy escape for couples wanting to unwind, reconnect and feel the magic of the OBX. Walk to: • The sound (5 mins) • Sunset viewing spots • Coffee shops • Bay Drive walking path Drive to: • Beach access (3 mins) • Wright Brothers Memorial (5 mins) • Jockey’s Ridge ( 8 mins)

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!

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!

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.

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.

Dune Haus: Oceanfront, Hot Tub, Private Beach
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

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.

The Little Beach Lodge
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. A perfect getaway for family and friends with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a cozy living room and a chef's kitchen with two private outdoor living spaces. Relax in the outdoor tub after a day of exploring all the island has to offer. The house is situated on the West side of the highway - perfect for a sunset walk along the sound and an easy cruise to the beach or the Avalon Fishing Pier.

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!
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The Sea Perch~ Hot Tub ~ Stylish Beachbox!

Charming OBX Soundfront Home with Hot Tub & Kayaks

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

Sunny Lane-Beach House Pool & Gym passes

Kitty Hawk Cottage w/ HotTub, Fire pit, Ocean View

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

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

Romantic semi-oceanfront cottage for 2 & pets
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Classic Flat Top, Beach 3 min walk, Pets Stay Free

A Swell Kept Secret ~from a long time SuperHost!

Juhl of the Sea

On Cloud 9 | Pet Friendly | Fully Stocked | MP7

Sun Fun Cottage , Pet friendly & walk to the beach

Just Enough! -Canal Front Home, BIKES & KAYAKS

Sea Captain's Cottage 2; Oceanfront Cottage Court

Historic Beach Cottage 700ft to ocean #singlestory
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A Charming OBX Cottage | Bikes | Firepit | Grill

Little Pink Cottage OBX

Cozy Beach House w/kayaks, bikes & gear.

Hillcrest Hideaway OBX beach escape

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Mann Cottage

Lost Boys Hideout | Comfort & Style | Nags Head

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