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Luxury Small Cottage at Kitty Hawk Reserve
"Salt Suite Cottage" Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Our small, unique home is perfectly located to show the various landscapes that this area has to offer. The cottage allows you to rest your head in the quiet wooded area of Kitty Hawk Village after spending a busy day at the beach. This new construction is about 550 sq. ft. of private, spacious, living space with a hot tub and patio overlooking the greenery behind the property. It is a luxury! *2 guests only, No visitors

Waterfront Stunning Beach Home with Amazing View
Gorgeous, renovated, quiet waterfront townhome with amazing view in Duck NC, outer banks. Enjoy the best of everything- quiet sunsets, soundfront pool, tennis, pickleball & water sports right outside your door. Gorgeous beach just across the street (walk or free easy parking). Walk, bike, kayak or drive to the Duck shops, boardwalk & restaurants (about a mile). Amazing location with access to everything. Beautiful views, adjustable vibrating beds with luxury mattresses, & beach and sound toys!

Sunny Southern Shores Walk to Beach Dog Friendly
Newly renovated upstairs of a home on the bike path near Duck. Spacious master bedroom with King bed, en suite bath, walk-in closet. Open concept full kitchen-dining-living room 1200 sq. ft. of space. 1 1/2 blocks to beach! Dogs OK $40 each NO CATS, fenced yard. We offer 2 beautiful completely separate units, this listing is the upstairs space (downstairs apartment for 2-3 guests in separate listing). Walk to the beach, bike to Duck. Only the driveway is shared. Kayak excursions upon request.

Coastal Oasis OBX | King Bed, Patio, Near Beach
Coastal Oasis OBX is a ground-level studio featuring a comfy king bed, fast Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, kitchenette, Keurig, beach chairs, and a private patio. Just a 9-minute walk or 2-minute drive to the beach, with free public parking and access nearby. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, you’re minutes from OBX favorites like TRIO, Outer Banks Brewing Station, Jack Brown’s, Kill Devil’s Custard, Chili Peppers, Josephine’s, and Pony & The Boat, Avalon Pier, & mini golf. Perfect OBX Escape.

Bethany's Joy King Suite in Southern Shores
Please read our 300 5-star reviews since 2017! Ranked in top Airbnb's on the OBX and in NC, and top 1% worldwide. Extra clean for every guest. Comfy king bed. Private hot tub spa. Situated between Duck and Kitty Hawk and close to lots of OBX beach fun. Retreat is a 3-room private apartment with a 2nd floor porch and private entrance. Walk to the ocean in 15 minutes or drive and park in 5. Perfect for honeymoons or a couple's getaway. Quiet neighborhood setting in Town of Southern Shores.

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.

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.

OBX Cottage w/ Fire Pit & Fireplace, Walk to Beach
CHECK OUR OFF-SEASON SPECIALS! Welcome to our 1970’s cottage two blocks from the ocean! Enjoy a quick walk to the beach & being centrally located to all the Outer Banks has to offer. Features a bright & open floor plan w/ exposed beams & 3 bedrooms + 2 full baths for 5 or 6 people. In the Winter warm yourself by the fireplace & in the Summer cool off in the shade or catch sun on one of the outdoor loungers. We provide amenities to make your stay easy & relaxed. Sorry, no pets allowed.

Beech Tree Tiny Home-OBX-1BR Cottage Near Ocean!
Explore the Outer Banks from this conveniently located getaway. Built in 2022. Less than one mile to the beach access and half mile to the sound access. Community includes sound and beach access, close proximity to great restaurants, just 3 miles from Duck. Explore Wright Memorial, Lighthouses, Jockeys Ridge, 4 Wheel Drive, Fishing, Crabbing and more! Paddle board along the many canals or the sound, enjoy yoga at the oceanfront, ride bikes, walk/jog and explore! Come play or work.

Historic Beach Cottage 700ft to ocean #singlestory
This is a true {mid-century modern} historic and classic cottage. It was built in 1956 by Frank Stick. Frank was a local artist and developer and started the “flat-top” movement in Southern Shores. We have worked hard to modernize this classic and bring it back to life with some fun twists! The porch is our favorite feature. It is 1200 sq feet of screened in, relaxing bliss. Outside family dinners and corn hole tournaments are our family’s way of relaxing at this sweet cottage!

Modern Surf Bungalow*Steps to the beach
Nestled in the oaks within the Avenues of Southern Shores, The Modern Surf Bungalow blends a modern coastal style with a relaxed bungalow feel creating the perfect getaway. An efficient space provides 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, fully equipped kitchen, dining for 6, comfortably furnished living room & outdoor lounge/dining on a covered porch. A short walk to the beach and an outdoor shower complete the "I can finally relax" package. Bring your bag and your suit, we got the rest.

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
Popular amenities for Southern Shores beach access rentals
Apartment rentals with beach access

*Sit N' Duck 1* Steps from Ocean + Community Pool!

Heathsville OBX - 100 steps to the beach!

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

Captains Quarters | Coastal Charm |Free Bikes |MP6

Treetop Beach Suite

Just Beach’n Awesome apartment w/great sunsets

Live, Love, Laugh By The Beach

Couples Getaway | Hot Tub, Bikes, Spa Bath, King
House rentals with beach access

Direct Beach Access, Clean & Renovated + EZ Cart

Scarlett Sunset

Waterfront 2 bedroom/dock access/2 bikes

Flat Top Bungalow

2BR near beach & bay! Hot tub & Pet-Friendly!

The Salted Sunbeam | Steps to Public Beach | MP3.5

Soundside Sunshine KDH

Chill, Play & Soak in the Views at DuckUtopia!
Condo rentals with beach access

3 bedroom condo with oceanfront just steps away!

OBX Coastal Condo

Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

Perfect Oceanfront OBX Getaway

Scarborough Lane Hideaway - Beach, Pool, Bikes!

Turtle Tides - Oceanfront Penthouse Retreat

* Walk to Beach * Two Pools * Family Friendly Loft

Sunburst Ocean View Condo @ Nags Head Beach
When is the best time to visit Southern Shores?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ804 | ﺩ.ﺇ900 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,036 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,425 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,524 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,487 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,083 | ﺩ.ﺇ885 | ﺩ.ﺇ918 | ﺩ.ﺇ870 |
| 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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200 of Southern Shores vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Southern Shores stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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