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Explore 20 vacation rentals in Southern Shores

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Southern Shores vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 257 per night before taxes and fees

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10 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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20 of Southern Shores vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Southern Shores rentals

4.9 Average rating
Southern Shores stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Sanderling Escape in Duck
Updated Beach Cottage, short 5 min walk past 7 homes to the beautiful uncrowded beach. See reviews! Soundfront community pool 5/19-10/13 & tennis! Modern kitchen, baths, flooring, furnishings, appliances, decor. Comfortably sized bedrooms, open great room & dining. (1 K, 1 Q, 2 Twins). 2 TV's. Open decks, large screen porch, laundry, grill. Linens provided. Very quiet low density family neighborhood. Walk/bike to beach, Town of Duck for shopping, dining, soundfront boardwalk, & watersport fun.

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)

DUCK~Beautiful home perfect location!
Comfy oceanside cottage, sits on a quiet street with private beach access. Short walk to beach and town where you can find quaint shops, farmers markets, the best restaurants in the area, deli, and convenience stores. Offers plenty of privacy and comfort to you and your family. The outdoor area provides the perfect place to relax with a good book or to enjoy your coffee or cocktail. If you are looking for a family friendly spot walking distance to the beach this is what you are searching for!

Oceanfront Four Gulls historic relaxation spot
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.)

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.

Romantic 1 BR Cottage/Privacy-Near Ocean & Dining
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!

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.

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!

FridaytoFriday summer/Beachhouse Private Beach/C
Private Beach! Friday to Friday rental during summer. 2-3 day rental off season (Oct-May) Our beachhouse is 1/2 block walk to our private community beach and 4 blocks from the cute town of Duck! Spend your days swimming in the sea, surfing, watching dolphins or rent bikes for the whole family from one of Duck’s many recreational businesses. Duck offers great restaurants, shopping, jet ski, paddle board, fishing, bicycle and kayak rentals.

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.
Popular amenities for Southern Shores cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

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

Semi-oceanfront pet friendly vintage cottage for 2

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

Fenced backyard, private pool, hottub, volleyball

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!

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

Hot Tub + Dog Friendly Central KDH The MOON Tower

*Hot-Tub* Pet Friendly Community Pool, Cottage KDH
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

The Sea Shanty - Deepwater Canal, Dogs Ok, Fenced!

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

Ocean View, Family Cottage Located on Beach Road

Orginal 50s Pad! Direct Beach & Avalon Pier Acess

Classic Duck Cottage – Heated Pool + Walk to Beach

On Cloud 9 | Pet Friendly | Fully Stocked | MP7

An Authentic Outer Banks Cottage Experience | SUPs

A Swell Kept Secret ~from a long time SuperHost!
Private cottage rentals

The Casita - Close to Beach & Bay, Outdoor Shower!

Waterfront Retreat with Private Dock on the Sound

Hillcrest Hideaway OBX beach escape

OBX Cottage w/ Fire Pit, Steps to the Beach

Lost Boys Hideout | Comfort & Style | Nags Head

Beachburg - Walk to the beach!

Walk to the Beach and Play in the Sandbox!

The Shell Shack OBX
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.ﺇ 1,322 | ﺩ.ﺇ 731 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,252 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,462 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,631 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,763 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,528 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,183 | ﺩ.ﺇ 929 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,190 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,392 |
| 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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