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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Sanderling Escape in Duck
Updated Beach Cottage, short 5 min walk past 7 homes to the beautiful uncrowded beach. See reviews! Soundfront community pool 5/19-10/13 & tennis! Modern kitchen, baths, flooring, furnishings, appliances, decor. Comfortably sized bedrooms, open great room & dining. (1 K, 1 Q, 2 Twins). 2 TV's. Open decks, large screen porch, laundry, grill. Linens provided. Very quiet low density family neighborhood. Walk/bike to beach, Town of Duck for shopping, dining, soundfront boardwalk, & watersport fun.

Church's Island Carriage House
Welcome to Church's Island Carriage House, located on the Currituck Sound directly across from the Corolla Lighthouse. Watch the the sun rise over a panoramic view of the Currituck Sound from your private balcony as you enjoy your morning coffee. It's the perfect set up for a single or couple with separate bedroom, bath, living area and kitchenette. The apartment is up one fight of stairs. Private and located in the quaint community of Waterlily just 30 minutes from OBX and the Virginia line.

Barb's Retreat | Waterfront in Duck -Pet Friendly!
Experience waterfront living in Duck, NC! This 4BR, 4BA home offers stunning views from nearly every room and a private downstairs suite with its own kitchen and living area. Enjoy the incredible sunsets from the screened-in porch, backyard patio, and large yard. Just a short walk to the beach and close to downtown Duck's shops and restaurants, this tastefully decorated retreat is your perfect coastal getaway! *NEW FOR 2026 - Expanded backyard area with outdoor kitchen, fire pit and hot tub!

Modern Luxury Peace & Quiet.
Covered parking with EV Charger. With one acre fenced in yard. 1000+ sq ft Modern Second Floor Guest House apartment with separate private entrance attached to a 10,000+ sq ft Mansion on 3 acres in a very safe, quiet and private neighborhood. Free private parking. Minutes from restaurants, shopping centers, and a beautiful 30 minute drive to oceanfront. Free Netflix, High Speed WiFi, washer, dryer, full kitchen. With Keurig. Brand new Heat and Air Condition! Plus 2 dedicated parking spots.

Cozy Shack, Hot Tub,Full Kitchen,Private Entrance!
Welcome to the Cozy Shack, perfectly situated near the sound and the beach. Take pleasure in sunset strolls or bike rides along Bay Drive, or venture to the nearby beach just a short walk away. The Shack is conveniently located at milepost 5, just a short distance from various grocery stores, restaurants, and places to shop. The shack offers a full kitchen, bathroom, and tempurpedic mattress. Unwind in the hot tub after a day’s adventures or engage in a game of pool in the game room.

Cooter's Cabin
Our cabin is perfect for your family's next getaway. Rick and I have owned this small retreat for 20 yrs. Our 3 kids and 12 grandchildren continue to enjoy it year-round. We decided to allow other families to join in and experience the blessings the cabin has to offer. Why Cooter's Cabin? Rick's nickname Cooter not the fact that American Coot's differ from other ducks in that they have lobed feet instead of webbed! It is do to a good ol' hunting story, how many nicknames are forged.

Sportsman's Paradise ( Hunting & Fishing )
Sportsman's Paradise is just minutes away from the Currituck Sound which is famous for it's duck hunting and fishing. It overlooks Tull's Bay and Tull's Creek and is surrounded by the Northwest River Marsh Game Lands. The kitchen and living room have 9 windows so you can look out three sides of the house at the water. The walls are old rough cut boards and the ceilings are plywood. The living room and bedrooms are carpeted and the bathrooms and kitchen are laminate wood floor.

Island Lotus Yoga & Spa
A nature lover’s dream! Waterfront, ample natural light, serene beauty, and privacy can be all yours at our charming ranch right on the bay. The bay faces east, giving you the most breathtaking views of the sunrise and moonrise. Relax in the spa, adventure on kayaks, and chill and grill over the fire-pit. You’ll also local fresh eggs, and a private yoga class. Check us out on insta @islandlotusyoga! PS we’re not actually an island. Reach us by driving through Virginia Beach!

Summer fun at Summer Salt!
Awesome off road getaway! You will need 4 Wheel Drive (not awd) vehicle to access the property as there are no roads. Newer construction on the beach in Carova right next to the wild horse preserve. You will likely see horses on a daily basis! Home has 3 bedrooms and 3 baths with 3 deck areas to enjoy the ocean views, sunsets and breezes! Easy walk to the beach, parking passes included. New party deck with hot tub, grill, table, seating and string lights.

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. ★ Stay tuned for photos of the brand new heated pool - opening April 2026!

Honu Hut + Beachy Bungalow + Pet-Friendly
Welcome to Honu Hut in the heart of the soundside of Kill Devil Hills. “Honu” is Hawaiian for turtle—an amazing creature of the sea that inspired this home. Tucked in a residential area for a true hometown island feel, it’s an easy drive to public beach accesses. Walk to the sound for sunset, bike the neighborhood, and enjoy quick access to OBX dining, activities, and amenities. Professionally managed by Preserve Property Co.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Carova Beach
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Semi OF, Steps to the sand. Walk to restaurants!

Cozy 1 Bd condo, 1 block from the beach!

Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

Waterfront Gorgeous Beach Home-Sunsets & Spa Bath

2 Bedroom Condo One Block from the Oceanfront!

Oceanfront Studio: Boardwalk, Beach, & Pool Views

Beach Bungalow on the Boardwalk

Oceanfront-"Sun-Sational Setting" in heart of Duck
Family-friendly house rentals

Close Enough

Lazy Palm Carova 4x4 Beach

Beautiful 3bdrm near beach, Wi-Fi & parking

Artful Retreat with a Private Pool

The White Lotus - Oceanview Retreat + Wild Horses

Country Comfort Close to the Beaches

Ocean Sounds & Wild Horses!

Cook's Country Escape - Cozy Retreat
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Douglas Munro Suite in Historic River City Lodge

Beach Breeze Retreat: Chic Coastal Living

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

Private apartment only 3 blocks from the Beach

Venus Studio: Hottub, SUPs, Kayak, Bikes,

Boardwalk Sound Front Apartment Duck

The Coastal Studio

Beautiful Waterfront Downtown Apartment Unit 2
Other great holiday rentals near Carova Beach

The Sea Perch~ Stylish Beachbox with Hot Tub!

The Albemarle Sunset N Sound

Nature lover’s paradise on the Pasquotank river!

The Library at Beverly Hall

The Spoon Rest - steps from the ocean in Nags Head

Bayview Cottage II

Sandbridge Beach Bay Getaway

Waterfront cottage on the Albemarle Sound
Destinations to explore
- Virginia Beach Oceanfront
- Corolla Beach
- Coquina Beach
- Jennette's Pier
- H2OBX Waterpark
- Buckroe Beach
- First Landing State Park
- Norfolk Botanical Garden
- Outlook Beach
- Jockey's Ridge State Park
- Ocean Breeze Waterpark
- Chrysler Museum of Art
- The Lost Colony
- Nauticus
- Avalon Pier
- Virginia Zoological Park
- Dowdy Park
- North Carolina Aquarium On Roanoke Island
- Town Point Park
- Old Dominion University
- Hampton University
- First Landing Beach
- Currituck Beach Lighthouse
- Chrysler Hall




