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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!🌊🏖️☀️

Sunrise Bay-Hot tub-5 min from Beach-bikes-kayaks
Relax with friends and family at "Sunrise Bay". Just built in 2024, this 1300 sqft 2 bedroom cottage is quaint and stylish and offers some of the most sought after views that the Outer Banks can offer. Nestled back in the heart of Kitty Hawk Village on Hay Point, guests will enjoy a private and peaceful stay with views of the bay and dock access. Sunrise Bay is only 1.8 miles from the Kitty Hawk Beach bathhouse and is centrally located to many restaurants food/convenience stores and local shops.

Waterfront Luxury Beach Home-Sunset View,Spa Baths
Gorgeous, renovated, quiet waterfront condo in Duck NC on outer banks. Best of everything-amazing sunsets and sound access for swimming, water sports & fishing. Gorgeous beach right across the street (walk .4/mile or free parking). Walk, bike or kayak to Duck shops, boardwalk & restaurants (about a mile). Amazing peaceful location with access to everything. Beautiful views, adjustable vibrating beds & luxury mattresses, spa bathrooms, indoor pool, tennis/pickleball, pier & beach & sound toys!

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!

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.

Picture Perfect soundfront getaway
Come relax at this sound front getaway on Kitty Hawk Bay! Newly renovated in 2021, this classic OBX cottage features a modern kitchen, updated bathroom, outdoor shower & modern accommodations. This 2 bedroom downstairs apartment sleeps up to 6 with parking for 2 vehicles. Enjoy the use of 3 paddle boards & a kayak off of the private dock or head to the nearby beach access with the provided necessities and then come back to enjoy spectacular sunset views from the private deck & hot tub.

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!

The Cottage at Church's Island
Take off your shoes and prepare to relax at this Currituck Sound front cottage! You can watch the sunrise over the sound revealing the Currituck Lighthouse in the distance and watch the sunset with egrets going back to their roost at Monkey Island. You can enjoy the rural vibes, but be close to the Outer Banks, Elizabeth City or Virginia Beach just 30-40 minutes away! Here you'll find a beautifully furnished cottage with everything you need to make a wonderful vacation!!!

Amazing VIEWS! Sound Front, Kayaks, Paddle boards
Welcome to Windwatch Cottage in the Outer Banks—your waterfront retreat with stunning sound views, private pier, and direct water access. • Coastal cottage charm blended with modern design • Sunrise coffee + colorful sunset views from the hot tub • Paddleboards & kayak included—launch from your backyard • Walk to ocean beach, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops • Guest Favorite with consistent 5-star reviews • Perfect for a relaxing, scenic OBX getaway

BRAND NEW ☀️WATERFRONT 🌊KAYAKS,🛶WALK TO BEACH🏖!!
Much like the gemstone, The Pearl of Hatteras is unique, rare, and nestled within nature. This brand-new, modern, waterfront home is tucked away on an island estuary. Enjoy the walls of windows with magnificent views of the tidal pond and the passing pelicans, herons, and egrets. Listen to the waves as you enjoy coffee from the front porch. You are a 5-minute walk to the beaches of Hatteras, or a 3-minute drive to the ferry to Ocracoke.

Hot tub/Semi-Oceanfront Lot/Ocean Views/King bed
This brand new tiny house (Mini Mahalo) completed in 2023 has amazing ocean views from the semi-oceanfront lot. Just steps to the beach with a great outdoor shower and hot tub. The bedroom is upstairs with a king bed and great ocean views. The kitchenette has a microwave, breville countertop oven, dishwasher, blender, small drip coffee maker and a kitchen sink. There is an outdoor propane grill underneath the house.

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.
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Windy Oaks guest suite.

Cedar Nest

The Bungalow on the Lagoon - with boat ramp

Waterfront Retreat w/ boat slip & hot tub

Outer Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1

Boardwalk Sound Front Apartment Duck

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SERENE SOUND RETREAT OBX /Sandy Beach/Dog Friendly

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Canal Front Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly!

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Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home w/ Dock

Sportsman's Paradise ( Hunting & Fishing )

Chill, Play & Soak in the Views at DuckUtopia!

Ocean view family cottage. Just steps to the beach
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Oceanfront Luxury Penthouse w/Stunning Views!

C4 Coastal Condo - Pool, Soundfront & 1 Mile Beach

Sun Kissed Cove - Updated Waterfront Condo!

Turtle Tides - Oceanfront Penthouse Retreat

Oceanfront OBX Condo - Suite Caroline

Oceanfront 2BR Renovated Condo Linens Included

Oceanfront Escape | Pool + Pets | Kill Devil Hills

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