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

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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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FAMILY FRIENDLY LOFT APARTMENT IN SOUTHERN SHORES
FAMILY FRIENDLY LOFT APARTMENT IN SOUTHERN SHORES, NC Separate entry from the right side of the house. Park on the right side (stone pad on the right side ) and walk around outside shower on the right side. Walk up the stair and walk right into the brand new apartment. Owner of the house reside in the main house on the other side. We have 2 children but there is a good separation between two spaces for privacy. Family oriented neighborhood, so no Parties and loud music permitted, after 9 p.m.

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.

Chloe's Cottage - 7 minute walk to the beach
Nestled in the heart of Southern Shores, our house is tucked away from the typical hustle and bustle of the resort areas of Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Duck, while being close enough for walk to the beach! A 15-minute bike ride into the town of Duck (2 bikes provided) will provide an afternoon with your friends and family, without the headache of traffic and parking. The house has dedicated workspace, gas fireplace, 42-inch HDTV with YouTube TV, sound system, and fiber internet WiFi.

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.

The Osprey Landing | Semi-Oceanfront Guesthouse
This 1 bedroom stand alone apt is incredible, its tucked into a unique space thats totally private yet close to all the northern Outer Banks has to offer. It has two large decks and 1 has views of the ocean. Follow the grass driveway to the street and walk 100ft to the ocean. You will not find a more well thought out space for 2 people than this spot. *There may be some construction noise during the day next door at the main house for the last two weeks of June and first week of July.

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.

Luxury Spa Retreat, Steps to Beach, Hot Tub, Sauna
Luxury spa retreat just steps from the beach & an easy walk to Duck's shops, boardwalk & restaurants! Beautifully renovated on a private, peaceful lot with spa bathrooms, adjustable king beds with massage, luxury mattresses, hot tub, infrared sauna & private fast EV charger. Beach gear, bikes & a curated library are provided, so you can pack less and relax more. Community pool, tennis, pickleball, basketball, fishing pier & sound access. Perfect for couples, families & friends!

The East Coast Host - OBX Treehouse
The OBX Treehouse! Come experience all the Outer Banks has to offer in style at this brand new luxury treehouse. ✓ Treehouse ✓ Hot Tub ✓ Traditional Barrel Sauna ✓ Two Outdoor Clawfoot Soaker Tubs ✓ Outdoor Shower with Two Rainfall Shower Heads ✓ King Bed ✓ Electric Fireplace ✓ Walk-in Shower with Two Rainfall Shower Heads ✓ Work Out Gear ✓ Washer and Dryer ✓ Free Fast WiFi ✓ Free Parking ✓ Linens & Towels Included! ✓ Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash Included!

Little House in the Live Oaks
Peaceful retreat attached to a family home and nestled in live oaks on a one-acre lot, perfect for your OBX getaway! Easy self-check in, separate entrance, separate HVAC system, California King bed, a private deck and private covered porch. The guest suite includes a bedroom, bathroom, and screened-in breezeway with mini fridge and microwave. Guests are provided with two beach bikes and parking pass to our private community beach access, a 10 minute walk away.

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.

Flat Top Bungalow
Original 1954 Southern Shores flat top which has been completely renovated. You will have the entire first floor. Owners added a second story and reside upstairs. Very private with a separate entry. Just a short walk of 1/4 mile to the beach. House includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, full kitchen and covered front porch. 50 inch tv with roku, WiFi. There is a private back yard and an outside shower. 2 parking spaces for guests.

New Pool! Ping-Pong * Near Beach & Duck Village
Welcome to the heart of Duck, NC - Your Outer Banks Beach Escape! This freshly decorated, fully stocked 3-level cottage is just .2 miles from the ocean—a quick stroll and your toes are in the sand. Designed with privacy and comfort in mind, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own private en suite bathroom, making it the perfect retreat for a family or a group. ★ Brand new heated pool in 2026!
Popular amenities for Southern Shores family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Sea Rest: Large Pool, Hot Tub, 3rd house to Beach!

Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront

NEW! Stunning Beach House w/Ocean View & Hot Tub!

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

Beach Daze, Cheerful home with Pool and Hot Tub

Key Lime- heated pool-dog park- walk to beach!

Urban Boutique Beach House. Hot Tub. EV charger

Sunrise Bay-Hot tub-5 min from Beach-bikes-kayaks
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Magical Bungalow OBX -Direct Beach Access, EZ Cart

Pat Pat's Place

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Paws N Relax

3 mins to beach, walk to Jockey's Ridge sunsets!

100 Year Old Cottage! Simple, Rustic, Charming
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Couples Cove SelfCheck-in small house(pool, bikes)

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

Waterfront Cottage With 180 Degree Views!!

Scarborough Ln. Captain's Quarters - Bikes & Pool

Waterfront With Dock-Bring Your Boat-Pool-Hot Tub!

Seahaven, an OBX Original

Family home. Pool. Minutes to Beach! Gym!

Duck Mountain Overlooks Sound
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 1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ 874 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ 977 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,190 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,594 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,961 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,719 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,135 | ﺩ.ﺇ 984 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ 973 |
| 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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