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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!

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.

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 June 1-August 31. 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.)

New Pool 2026*Ping-Pong* Near Beach & Duck Village
Welcome to the heart of Duck, North Carolina - Your Outer Banks Beach Escape This freshly decorated, fully stocked 3-level beach cottage is just .2 miles from the ocean - a quick stroll and your toes are in the sand. With 3 bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, and sleeping space for 9, it’s the perfect retreat for families and friends. ★★★ Our summer 2026 check-in/check-out day is Sunday ★★★ Stay tuned for photos of the brand new heated pool - available for use Spring 2026!

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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.

Serendipity OBX:Oceanside Cottage on the Beach Rd
Looking for the perfect couples or solo adventurer's beach getaway? Serendipity OBX is a historic OBX beach cottage with stunning ocean views. Our cottage is situated on Beach Road, and just 200 feet from the beach. The cottage is dog-friendly and features a fenced-in backyard, rooftop deck, front deck, back deck, sun porch and outdoor shower. The cottage is a 5 minute walked to great restaurants and bars. Book your stay at Serendipity OBX today and start planning your beach escape!

Hillcrest Hideaway
Come enjoy this simple cozy cabin in a quiet neighborhood. Newly renovated in the winter of ‘23 this tiny house is located on the same property as the owner’s home but provides complete privacy with its own fenced in yard. Inside is a full kitchen, living area, and comfy Queen bed and is stocked with everything you need. Outside there is a living room, dining area, grill, shower, and rooftop deck. The beach and sound are both a short bike ride and the town of Duck is 2 miles north.

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!

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!

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

Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront

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

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

Seahorse Shanty

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

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

Hot Tub + Dog Friendly Central KDH The MOON Tower

Romantic semi-oceanfront cottage for 2 & pets
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

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

Juhl of the Sea

Cooter's Cabin

Direct Beach & Pier Access, Clean & Renovated + EZ

On Cloud 9 | Pet Friendly | Fully Stocked | MP7

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

Rooftop Vibes + Ocean Views | Walk to the Beach!

Sea Captain's Cottage 3 (Oceanfront Cottage Court)
Private cottage rentals

Blue Skies-New 2023-2Br/2Ba Upstairs Soundside!

Waterfront Getaway—Serene setting w/ private dock

Adorable updated beach cottage

Oceanfront Paradise ~ BEST VIEWS ~ The Birds Nest

The Cottage at Church's Island

WaterView | Private Dock | Kayaks | Chef's Kitchen

Walk 2 Beach | Pool | Ramp Access | 4 All Ages

Oceanfront Artist's Retreat in heart of Nags Head
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.ﺇ1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,069 | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ977 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,296 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,531 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,763 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,528 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,183 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 |
| 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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Southern Shores vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ257 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
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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