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A Stones Throw
Welcome to A Stone’s Throw! Beautifully remodeled beach house just steps from the sand, directly across from the beach access. Featuring a private pool, outdoor hot tub, and fire pit, this spacious, pet-friendly home is the perfect setting for your next Outer Banks escape. Located near top-rated restaurants, shopping, and attractions, you’ll have everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay. We’ve stocked the home with essentials, just bring your flip-flops and let the beach vacation begin!

2nd Floor Waterfront Lighthouse View Downtown
See our "hall of art" where each hallway is an art galleries Laney Layton of Edenton working as an artist since 1973. Just look for her signatures. You tube "tour of Manteo nc" to see this special location in the heart of downtown on a 2nd floor overlooking the lighthouse and Shallowbag bay. Walk to restaurants, bars, shops, docks, and Festival Park/Elizabeth II. Visit The Lost Colony/Fort Raleigh/Elizabethan Gardans, NC Aquarium, and Jockey's Ridge. IF booked please look for our 3rd floor apt.

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.

Jockey Ridge State Park + Sound Beach + Hot Tub
Peaceful airy retreat (on half acre lot) with balcony views overlooking the tallest active sand dune system in the Eastern U.S. Take a 2-3 minute stroll, you’ll discover the sound beach and beach trails. Cross the street and climb to the top of Jockey Ridge for amazing ocean views, hang glide or fly a kite. The ocean is just 1 minute car drive. Inside features 700 sq ft of privacy, including open-concept kitchen and living room, a private bedroom with 2 queen beds, and 2 Smart TVs.

Sound Front Private Guest Apartment!
SOUND FRONT PRIVATE GUEST APARTMENT. Enjoy sound front views and sunsets over Kitty Hawk Bay. This is a 1 bed 1 bath guest apartment attached to our home with a private entry, private bath, private outside deck & private living space. There is a outside shower available to guests, pullout couch, free access to bikes, beach chairs, kayaks/paddle board off the dock, and parking. Our place feels secluded yet less than a mile to restaurant’s, Publix Grocery, and the beach access’s.

Waterfront 2 bedroom/dock access/2 bikes
Welcome to "Seas the Bay 2" This charming 700 sqft. 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage offers stunning views of Kitty Hawk Bay! 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 couples, a small family, or friends. Another airbnb rental cottage is on the same property to the right, there is shared parking and dock access but no living spaces shared.

SERENE SOUND RETREAT OBX /Sandy Beach/Dog Friendly
HOT $ RATES! 🏖️Come fall in love with OBX sunsets in our stylish coastal farmhouse with gourmet kitchen, spa-like bathrooms and plenty of room for the fam. Wake up with the Croatan sound in your bedroom. Savor your morning coffee or an afternoon glass of wine on our pier. Fish off the pier. Enjoy al fresco dinners with the sunset! Relax in a soaking tub or a waterfall shower with the view. Bring your dog, we have a big fenced yard!

Sound front condo, pool, water access, & sunsets
* Easy beach access * Centrally located * Amazing sunsets * Private Balcony * Pool * Clean * Beach Supplies included * Fully stocked kitchen * Elevator The Landings at Sugar Creek condos are located in Nags Head NC. Amazing sound views and sunsets from a your private balcony. 500 yards from Jeanettes pier and public beach. The Landings include a community pool and a soundside pier for easy watersport access. Pool opens mid May.

Canal Front Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly!
Charming 3BR, 2BA home on a canal with beautiful water views! Enjoy a large outdoor space, a dock to fish off, firepit, outdoor shower, WiFi, Netflix, cornhole, 4 kayaks, boogie boards & tons of games. Just 10 mins to the beach! Includes access to Colington Harbor Yacht Club, pool & tennis. Great restaurants & attractions in Kill Devil Hills, with easy access to the rest of OBX. Must be 21 to book—we know you’ll love your stay!

Romantic Soundfront retreat private hot tub/deck
Welcome to Mermaid Cove guesthouse on Currituck Sound with a new private hot tub on the lower level. Freshly painted and updated. King canopy bed. All new bedding and towels! New Whirlpool appliances- dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator 65 inch 4k Samsung TV 2 Beach towels provided Large private deck with gas firepit Outdoor table & chaise lounges Adirondack chairs , grill, kayaks and paddle boards Fast WiFi 500mbps

Creef Cottage
Creef Cottage is nestled in the heart of historic downtown Manteo, North Carolina on Roanoke Island, where there are boardwalks on the Albermarle Sound, bikepaths, shopping, and dining within walking distance. Roanoke Island is the home of the longest running outdoor drama, "The Lost Colony", Elizabethan Gardens, and North Carolina Aquarium. It is a 10 minute drive to the ocean. There is much to do and see in this area.

Waterfront Cottage With 180 Degree Views!!
Nestled in this unique and tranquil getaway, overlooking Kitty Hawk Bay, Wake up to the Sunrise over the deck which is one of the highest locations in Colington Harbour. Watch the sunset in the middle of the Albemarle Sound, while enjoying 180 agrees views from the deck. Enjoy the club pool, tennis courts, marina play ground and water front sound park. This 2br 2ba is newly updated with all the comforts of home.
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Waterfront Retreat (w/hot tub+dock)

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

Boardwalk Sound Front Apartment Duck

Pool | Stunning Ocean View | Balcony | MP 9

Stylish Waterfront/Marina Condo

Sound Front 2bdr Condo w/ boat slip!~Pirates Cove~

The Blue Heron - Manteo Hideaway

Perfect Little Condo - Must-See Sunset View!
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Ritzin' It - Beach side,Hot tub,Easy beach access

Close 2 Coast (OBX)! 3BR/2BA *PET FRIENDLY*

Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home w/ Dock

Bruce’s Retreat Waterfront Home Entire 3 Bd 2 Ba

"The Salty Shoebox" Direct Oceanfront.

A Different Frame of Mind - Outer Banks A-frame

Chill, Play & Soak in the Views at DuckUtopia!

Chasin' Sunshine - Unobstructed Ocean View
Waterfront condo rentals

Canal front Pirates Cove 2BR Condo with Boat Slip!

Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

Waterfront Gorgeous Beach Home-Sunsets & Spa Bath

C4 Coastal Condo - Pool, Soundfront & 1 Mile Beach

OBX Beachfront Condo | Indoor Pool and Hot Tub

Oceanfront OBX Condo • Private Balcony • Pools

Oceanfront OBX Condo - Suite Caroline

Oceanfront 2BR Renovated Condo Linens Included
When is the best time to visit Manteo?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ551 | ﺩ.ﺇ580 | ﺩ.ﺇ643 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ768 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,036 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,142 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ819 | ﺩ.ﺇ723 | ﺩ.ﺇ654 | ﺩ.ﺇ621 |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 26°C | 26°C | 23°C | 17°C | 12°C | 8°C |
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Manteo stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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