Outer Banks Vacation Rentals

Outer Banks Rentals

Browse Hundreds of Outer Banks Rentals

The Best Outer Banks Vacations starts with the Best Outer Banks Rentals. Southern Shores Realty offers over 300 hundred Outer Banks houses and condos that will fit any size family or gathering for your next trip to the North Carolina coast. Whether you need a small, cozy cottage for an extended weekend trip, or a large house to accommodate your next family reunion. Our Outer Banks Vacation Rentals are ready to host you and your guests.

Southern Shores provides an easy, user-friendly online experience to make selecting the right rental simple and quick. Browse pet-friendly rentals, oceanfront beach houses, and sound front locations. View HD photos, past guest reviews, and detailed descriptions to aid in your selection. You can even search by rate, location, and various amenities!



Outer Banks Towns

Our inventory features top-rated rentals cherished by guests and families who return year after year, making the Outer Banks a beloved part of their family tradition. Begin your OBX Rental search in sought-after towns from Corolla, Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, and Nags Head, North Carolina.

When it comes to your family's beach vacation, settle for nothing but the best. Trust Southern Shores Realty to deliver quality vacation rentals in the Outer Banks, brimming with amenities.


Outer Banks Activities

Indulge in miles of sandy beaches, explore local shops, and savor dining experiences. Embark on a tour to encounter our famous Wild Horses or spend a leisurely day fishing with one of our reputable local Fishing Charters. There's something here for everyone to enjoy.

Ocean View on the Outer Banks


If you are looking forward to a luxurious oceanfront vacation, you’ve found the perfect beach house in Star Gazer. Outside, you can watch the sunrises from the open deck on the Oceanside and sunsets from the covered porch in the front. Inside, you will love the beautiful decor and comfortable appointments that make your vacation the perfect o
1124 - STAR GAZER
Pets Alllowed Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Duck Type: Homes Location: Oceanfront Turn Day: Saturday
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 baths 1 half baths
Guests 10 guests
Welcome to this spacious oceanfront duplex with gorgeous ocean view and its own private pool and hot tub. Lovely décor and comfortable furnishings provide the perfect vacation spot for you and your family. A private walkway to the beach and gazebo is shared with the adjacent unit.Level 1:2 bedrooms (with Queen and TV, share a full bath).Leve
1165 - DUNE HAVEN
Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Nags Head Type: Homes Location: Oceanfront Turn Day: Saturday
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 baths
Guests 12 guests
Come and enjoy the beach during the day and your nights by our beautifully landscaped pool and hot tub area. Lovely home with comfortable furnishings inside and ample deck chairs and swings outside. Ready for your family with plenty of games and beach items provided. The beach is so close (70 yards to beach access) and shopping/dining in Duck is a
0060 - SEAHAVEN
Pets Alllowed Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanside Turn Day: Friday
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths 1 half baths
Guests 10 guests
Location, location . . . directly across from the beach access with terrific ocean views. This lovely cottage has a unique decor that combines antique and contemporary touches.Level 1:Living room with gas fireplace, flat screen TV and hardwood floors; dining room table seats 8, counter seats 2; well-equipped kitchen; 2 bedrooms (1 with Queen, deck
1140 - KNOCK ON WOOD
Linens No Smoking
Community: Duck Type: Homes Location: Oceanfront-Semi Turn Day: Friday
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 baths
Guests 8 guests
Your family and friends will have the experience of a lifetime in this extraordinary oceanfront vacation home! Who’s On First offers limitless ocean views that will be the natural backdrop to your vacation. Take in ocean breezes from the dune deck, or take your own private walkway to the beach for sunbathing and beachcombing. After a rejuvena
1277 - WHOS ON FIRST
Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanfront Turn Day: Saturday
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 baths 2 half baths
Guests 14 guests
635 yards to beach access. This comfortable home is located on a quiet, no-thru street, and is situated next to a walking/bike path that considerably reduces the distance to the beach. A five-foot high privacy fence encloses a portion of the backyard which has a landscaped patio surrounding the private swimming pool and hot tub, and features a rock
0582 - CUCKOOS NEST
Pets Alllowed Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Westside Turn Day: Sunday
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 baths
Guests 8 guests
Looking for a private escape? You will find it in Mariah, an exceptional, light-filled home in Chicahauk on one of Southern Shores most sought after streets. Lovely, live oaks offer privacy and seclusion, less than a ten-minute walk from the beach. Spacious and-well maintained. Interior layout provides privacy inside the house as well. Three bedroo
0231 - MARIAH
Pets Alllowed Linens No Smoking
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Westside Turn Day: Sunday
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 baths 1 half baths
Guests 8 guests
Top floor ocean views and total relaxation await you in this charming home, nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood with a private pool. Conveniently close to shopping and restaurants yet only steps to the beach. 100 yards to beach access.Level 1:Indoor laundry room with extra refrigerator; outdoor gas grill.Level 2:4 bedroom (2 with Queen, 1 w
0699 - SHARON MEMORIES
Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanside Turn Day: Saturday
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths 1 half baths
Guests 10 guests
On Beach Time is a conveniently located, classic beach home, right across the street from the beach access path. Your family is sure to enjoy the spacious decks and screened porch, which will allow for fabulous outdoor dining and relaxing amongst the many live oaks. New road crossing access at end of driveway.Level 1:Under house parking; steps to e
1308 - ON BEACH TIME
Linens No Smoking
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanfront-Semi Turn Day: Sunday
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 baths
Guests 8 guests
Fully Renovated including all new bathrooms, kitchen, furniture, flooring, decor, all new mattresses & bedding! ENDLESS SUMMER 2 is the ideal location with panoramic sunrise & sunset views, With only 1 house between you and the ocean, you're steps from the beach! Walking & biking distance to the quaint town of Duck. Pool, hot tub, s
0909 - ENDLESS SUMMER II
Pets Alllowed Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanside Turn Day: Friday
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 baths 1 half baths
Guests 14 guests
A unique, architect-designed modern beach home nestled in the live oaks of Southern Shores. The house has a unique courtyard design surrounding an ultra-private plunge pool and spa with large patio. Clean lines, funky lighting and cool colors accent the comfortable, modern furnishings. It is a short walk to the beach community beach access (no road
0063 - HARRIS COTTAGE
Hot Tub Linens No Smoking Private Pool
Community: Southern Shores Type: Homes Location: Oceanside Turn Day: Friday
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths 1 half baths
Guests 10 guests
*New hard surface flooring on the mid level for the 2024 season!*“Robin’s Roost” will provide you with gorgeous sunrises and sunsets daily, from the home’s expansive, top-level deck. Located within the Carolina Dunes Community, you will be within close proximity to the beach access, the communities sound access with sandy be
1390 - ROBIN'S ROOST
Pets Alllowed Hot Tub Linens No Smoking
Community: Duck Type: Homes Location: Oceanside Turn Day: Saturday
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Guests 8 guests

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Book your next rental with Southern Shores Realty, an Outer Banks Rental Company who has been managing vacation rentals since the early 1950's. From Beach Houses to Condos, our team has provided quality properties to ensure your family's vacation to our shore are more memorable with each visit. Come visit the towns and communities that make up the Outer Banks, from Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, all the way to Nags Head.

Do not hesitate to reach out to our Rental Specialists or our OBX Property Management team with any questions. Southern Shores Realty is dedicated to ensuring our guests have the most relaxing and enjoyable vacation possible.


Frequently Asked Questions About the Outer Banks, NC

Where can I book an Outer Banks Vacation Rental?

- There are plenty of vacation rental companies throughout of the Outer Banks. Southern Shores Realty has been around since the early 1950's, so their experience and inventory can provide you and your guests the best rentals in the OBX. We offer Beach Houses and Condos Oceanfront and Sound side. Select quality rentals located in Corolla, Duck, Kill Devils Hill, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, and Nags Head. Each of our rentals provide plenty of amenities; such as, private pools, hot tubs, game rooms, rentals with EV Chargers for your car, pool tables, fireplaces, and of course, direct beach access. Select OBX Vacation Rentals located Oceanfront, Oceanside, Sound Front, or on the Westside of the OBX. We also offer plenty of OBX rentals located in popular communities so you can plan on group vacations or family reunions. This way you can stay in separate rentals, but in the same area together. Check out more at https://www.southernshores.com/outer-banks-towns.

Where are the best Outer Banks located?

- Southern Shores Realty offers OBX Rentals in Corolla, Nags Head, Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, and Southern Shores. Each town offers different attractions, shopping, and dining. It all depends on what you and your family are looking to do. Corolla is known for their fishing and the Wild Mustangs. Duck has their popular resorts. Kill Devil Hills is the oldest township with plenty of history. Kitty Hawk has their share of historic sites. Nags Head offers a wide range of Restaurants and the traditional beach vacation. Finally, Southern Shores offers very little commercial traffic. Either way, you can't go wrong with a beach vacation in the Outer Banks.

Are dogs allowed in the Outer Banks?

- Dogs are allowed on the beaches of Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Duck, Kill Devil Hills, & Nags Head. In Kitty Hawk, dogs are allowed on the beaches from the Friday before Memorial Day to the day after Labor Day. Duck allows you to have your puppies on the beach unleashed with owner supervision. You can bring your dog to the beaches of Kill Devil Hills from Mid-September to Mid-May, and Nags Head allows you to bring your dogs on the beach year-round, but only on a leash. Southern Shores Realty also offers plenty of Pet Friendly Outer Banks Vacation Rentals at https://www.southernshores.com/outer-banks-rentals/pet-friendly-rentals.

What is the difference between Oceanfront and Ocean Side?

- Oceanfront are Outer Banks Vacation Rentals that are right on the beach. They typically have direct beach access and plenty of panoramic views of the shoreline. Ocean side rentals are usually right across the street from the ocean. While they still provide a location with a short walk to the beach and semi-ocean views, they are typically more affordable than Oceanfront OBX Rentals. Southern Shores Realty offers a wide selection of both Oceanfront and Ocean Side Beach Houses and Condos.

How much is it to rent a house in the Outer Banks?

- Renting a House in the Outer Banks can vary based on location, town, season, and the size of the Beach House. Typically Southern Shores offers a weekly rentals and extended weekend stays. Each of these can vary in rate. These rates can be much lower during the winter and fall seasons. Southern Shores also offers Special Rates and Discounts on most of their popular rentals to help everyone have the best Outer Banks Vacation possible.