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Kitty Hawk Bay Sanctuary | Bikes | Soundside Bliss
Professionally hosted by OBX Sharp Stays: Welcome to the heart of OBX! Your private suite is located steps from the Kitty Hawk Bay. Enjoy your one bedroom queen suite + full bathroom for your OBX getaway. Freshly decorated & fully stocked! Bay Drive multi-use path runs along the Bay & is steps away from your Airbnb. The bike/walking path leads to the Wright Brothers Monument. At the other end of the street you can visit The Front Porch Café for your morning coffee & pastries. Come, be our guest!

Oasis Private Guest Suite -Hammock Sanctuary-Bikes
A private queen bedroom suite, perfect for couples or solo travelers, located in the lower level of my custom-built home, nestled on a hill in a quiet and peaceful maritime forest next to the Nags Head Woods Nature Conservancy. * 1 mile to beach * WiFi * 43" flat screen * Mini Fridge * Microwave * Keurig * Private entrance * Private covered porch * Hammock area (shared) * Outdoor shower (shared) * 2 beach chairs * Linens and towels * Hiking trails * 5 min drive to restaurants, stores, & more

Coastal Breeze | OBX Studio | Hot Tub
Coastal Breeze OBX is a super clean, stylish studio located under our home in Kill Devil Hills, just a 2-minute drive or 9-minute walk to the beach, with FREE parking at nearby Beach Accesses. Enjoy a 2 person Hot Tub, comfy queen bed, fast Wi-Fi, 50” Smart TV, kitchenette, Keurig, and private patio. Close to OBX favorites like Avalon Pier, Goombays, Duck Donuts, Pony & The Boat, Josephine’s (best Italian), Trio (wine & bistro) Putt Putt & Movies. Makes for a perfect couples or romantic getaway

Coastal chic tiny house living. Hottub, SUB, Kayak
Built 2023 Tiny Modern Home SUP, hottub, kayaks, bikes, beautiful sunsets with a view of the Albemarle Sound! Modern and comfortable furniture, all new in May 2023. The entire house is separate and has one bedroom, full bathroom, living room and full kitchen. Beautiful rose garden and trees surrounding the porch. Great energy for couples on honeymoon or others wanting spending quality time together. Walking distance to the Albemarle Sound and 5 minute drive to the beach. YMCA enjoy as well

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.

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.)

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!

Walk to Beach 1BR1BA Dogs OK Fenced Yard Near Duck
We offer 2 beautiful spaces in our cottage perfect for couples. Brand new 700 sq ft 1 bed 1 bath DOWNSTAIRS unit, full kitchen, washer/dryer, large bathroom, king bed, smart TV, 1 1/2 blocks to beach. No shared spaces, private entry,fenced yard dogs OK $40 each,NO CATS! Outside shower, beach chairs,umbrella.2 miles north of Kitty Hawk pier, 3 miles south of Duck,on bike path.Trails through the maritime forest nearby. NOTE:DOWNSTAIRS apt, can hear footsteps/noise from above!

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

"Sól Retreat", Oceanside, Pool, Hot Tub
Nestled among live oaks, in the family-orientated town of Southern Shores on the Outer Banks, we are located just minutes after crossing the Wright Brothers Bridge. This home is great for families or couples looking for a quiet and private getaway. Enjoy the pool, hot tub, decks and screened-in porch with picnic tables. The beach is just a 4 minute walk down the street with no streets to cross. Access to 3 marinas and the Currituck Sound.

Cave By The Waves- Pet Friendly, no pet fee
Our apartment is located on the first floor of our home, which is one of the only Solar Powered homes in the Outer Banks! Just a 5 minute walk to the beach and a short bike ride or drive to the sound, we have a perfect location which is close to everything. Our space includes the use of our outdoor shower and beach parking passes. We have a great yard for lounging, sun bathing or playing with dogs. Come and check out our "Cave" by the waves!

Boutique Surf Shack
This charming cottage located steps from the ocean is loaded with character, originally built to be a diner in 1948 it has been renovated into a charming rental for you to enjoy! This small cottage is 810 sqft, 1 king bedroom and 2 xl twins in bunkroom, 1 queen sofa bed in the sunroom, 1 bath, with an open living, dining, kitchen area. The porch is a favorite spot for morning coffee or evening happy hours!
Popular amenities for Southern Shores family-friendly rentals
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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront

Luxury Small Cottage at Kitty Hawk Reserve

Heathsville OBX - 100 steps to the beach!

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

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!

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

Urban Boutique Beach House. Hot Tub. EV charger

Chill, Play & Soak in the Views at DuckUtopia!
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Direct Beach & Pier Access, Clean & Renovated + EZ

The Seagull's Nest: Away from the Maddening Crowd!

Live Oak Cottage - 'tiny house' / walk to beach

La Vida Island Guesthouse

Soundside Sunshine KDH

Woodland Cabin Near the Sound; Unplug and Relax

Skye's the Limit-400ft to the beach/dog friendly!

The Perch - Sunsets Overlooking Saltwater Marsh
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Sea Rest: Large Pool, Hot Tub, 3rd house to Beach!

Waterfront Cottage With 180 Degree Views!!

Waterfront Gorgeous Beach Home-Sunsets & Spa Bath

Pool • Patio • Garden Getaway Kitty Hawk

Sound Decision (Location/Pool/Waterfront/Tennis)

Couples Cay Suite self Check-in (pool, bikes)

Pets stay free DolphinInnOBX-7BR, Pool, Gym, Golf

New Pool 2026*Ping-Pong* Near Beach & Duck Village
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.ﺇ918 | ﺩ.ﺇ914 | ﺩ.ﺇ933 | ﺩ.ﺇ977 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,190 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,594 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,961 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,719 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,135 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,003 | ﺩ.ﺇ988 | 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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220 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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