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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Luxurious Sunset Flat in Duck with Gorgeous Views!
Welcome to the Sunset Flat! Discover your serene escape in this spacious, pet-friendly one-bedroom studio, perfect for couples, friends, and their furry companions seeking a peaceful getaway. Perched sound front in North Duck, between downtown Duck and Corolla, this flat offers breathtaking panoramic water views and a front-row seat to stunning sunsets. Just a 5-minute walk to the beach, it’s the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Next to North Duck Watersports for thrill seeking guests.

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!

Sunset Seaker - Soundfront Condo w/Pool
Enjoy beautiful sunsets over Kitty Hawk Bay from a top floor condo at Oyster Pointe Condominiums. This is a 2 bed 2 bath condo with outdoor pool, tennis courts, beautiful sound front views, full kitchen, washer/dryer, centrally located to many restaurants and shops, and is less than 1 mile to the beach. This condo is on the top floor so no noise from above. There is also nice bike trails by the condo that takes you directly to the Wrights Brothers Monument. Boat and trailer parking available.

Scarlett Sunset
Surround yourself with style in this standout space right on the Currituck Sound. Scarlett Sunset is located in the gorgeous town of Duck - a 5-min. walk to the beach and a 4-min. drive to town! This 2-bedroom townhouse offers smart TVs, Wi-Fi, a fully-equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, Amazon Echo, and many beach amenities to make your stay more comfortable. You can watch the sunset every night from the deck, living room, or backyard! Come enjoy Scarlett Sunset - we would love to host you!

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.

Discover Waterfront Bliss | Main WIE House
Eco-Inspired Getaway | Nature Meets Artistry! Blackbeard’s gold may be lost to history, but your unforgettable memories start at the Main WIE House, the heart of the handcrafted WIE Village. This artistic, eco-friendly retreat was built using repurposed OBX materials, blending sustainability with timeless Outer Banks charm. Just 2 miles from the beach and backing 1,600 acres of protected nature, it’s a one-of-a-kind spot for peace, creativity, and true coastal adventure!

Chill, Play & Soak in the Views at DuckUtopia!
Looking for a peaceful Outer Banks retreat with something for everyone? Welcome to your perfect getaway! This charming, multi-level hideaway in Duck, NC combines relaxation, adventure, and coastal charm — all wrapped up in one unforgettable stay. From peaceful mornings on the deck to afternoons full of paddleboarding, swimming, or beachcombing, this home is the kind of place where lasting memories are made. Book your stay now and let the Sound be your soundtrack!

Waterfront Cottage With 180 Degree Views!!
Nestled in this unique and tranquil getaway, overlooking Kitty Hawk Bay, Wake up to the Sunrise over the deck which is one of the highest locations in Colington Harbour. Watch the sunset in the middle of the Albemarle Sound, while enjoying 180 agrees views from the deck. Enjoy the club pool, tennis courts, marina play ground and water front sound park. This 2br 2ba is newly updated with all the comforts of home.

Private Beach Access in DUCK w/ basketball court!
Beautifully decorated and cozy cottage with ALL the beach amenities your heart could desire- chairs, floats, bikes, rolling cart, boogie boards, kayak, sand toys, grill, etc. Private oceanside beach access just a few houses away, 1/2 basketball court, WiFi, free parking, access to nearby bike trails & shopping, kayaking, beautiful views, and more! Duck, NC is the most perfect part of the OBX to vacation!

Ocean view family cottage. Just steps to the beach
Sunrise & Sunset views! This cottage is open and airy with a nautical charm. Several decks for outside dining or morning coffee. Large game room, pool table , added bathroom on ground level. Kayaks, beach chairs, boogie boards and more. All you will need is your swimsuit and flip flops. As an experienced Super Host I will make sure your stay will be an Outerbanks treat.
Popular amenities for Southern Shores waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment rentals

Jockey Ridge State Park + Sound Beach + Hot Tub

Knot Three | Dog-Friendly •Balcony Overlooking ICW

LA Bella Beach House (2 bedrooms)

Waterfront Retreat (w/hot tub+dock)

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

The Coastal Studio

Stylish Waterfront/Marina Condo

Sound Front 2bdr Condo w/ boat slip!~Pirates Cove~
Waterfront house rentals

Ritzin' It - Beach side,Hot tub,Easy beach access

Canal Front Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly!

The Albemarle Sunset N Sound

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

Bruce’s Retreat Waterfront Home Entire 3 Bd 2 Ba

Bayside Family Beach House Retreat at Wind'n Sea

The Beach Box

Southern Shores Personal Resort
Waterfront condo rentals

Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

Summer Wind on the Beach

Salty Sunrise

Turtle Tides - Oceanfront Penthouse Retreat

Oceanfront OBX Condo - Suite Caroline

Oceanfront 2BR Renovated Condo Linens Included

Oceanfront Escape | Pool + Pets | Kill Devil Hills

Mike's Beach Retreat
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.ﺇ1,120 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ933 | ﺩ.ﺇ955 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,296 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,708 | ﺩ.ﺇ2,435 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,744 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,304 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,528 |
| 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.ﺇ331 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
20 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Southern Shores vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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

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