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Beach Breeze Retreat: Chic Coastal Living
Step into our charming downstairs apartment in the heart of the Outer Banks. This inviting space is your home away from home for an unforgettable beach getaway. Enjoy thoughtful amenities like beach chairs, body boards, a cooler, and an umbrella for a stress-free stay! Spend your days soaking up the sun and your evenings relaxing in comfort. Embrace the beauty of the beach and vibrant local culture just minutes away. We can’t wait to welcome you to your ideal seaside escape! PRIVATE ENTRANCE!!!

Little Blue House Starfish - 3 min walk to beach
* If you'd like to stay on school days or more than 5 nights, please send me a message! =) A nice apartment about 3 minutes walk to the beach access in Nags Head! Everything you need within walking or biking distance. I have bikes and beach chairs for you to borrow! July 4th fireworks can be seen from the house or our beach access! ***Please note that town codes do not allow stoves in downstairs apartments. ** *** Fees and Occupancy Taxes go to Airbnb and the town, not the homeowner. **

Crews Cottage on Roanoke Island (Outer Banks, NC)
Located in the forested dunes of Roanoke Island, Crews Cottage is attached to the main house of owners through a breezeway and screened porch. No steps! (See Accessibility section.) Approximately 1000 square feet in total size, it features a large private bedroom (queen bed) with bathroom/shower. The great room has a pullout sofa bed (full) and love seat bed (twin). Kitchenette features full-sized refrigerator, convection microwave oven, toaster, and coffee maker. Sorry, no pets.

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!
Small Cottage located on the sound side. Home has a simple modern vibe with an outdoor wood burning fire pit and hot tub, perfect for outdoor entertainment. Just a 3 minute drive to the beach or a public sound access. Road connects to bay drive, which is a sound front road that leads from Kill Devil Hills to Kitty Hawk. Perfect for biking or just bypassing the summer traffic. Home is also centrally located to shopping, dining, entertainment, and more. You don’t want to miss this!

Scarborough town Surfstead w/ hot tub
Come and enjoy old Avon Village on a quiet one way street. The Surfstead suite offers an eclectic blend of island history, craftsmanship and comfort in one of the oldest houses on Hatteras island. There is a private deck and entrance leading into a living and dining area equipped with a Roku tv. Prepare your meals in the fully stocked kitchenette. The bedroom boasts a queen size bed with another Roku tv, and a full bathroom with a custom tile shower. A private hot tub too!

Waterfront 2 bedroom cottage/hot tub/dock access
Welcome to "Seas the Bay" surrounded by water and majestic live oaks! This quaint 1,000 sqft cottage offers stunning views of Kitty Hawk Bay from the house, deck, & dock. Just 5 min from the beach, local food, & nightlife. Our dock on the bay is a perfect place to enjoy sunrises on the water. This listing is for 4 guests, perfect for a family, friends, or couples. Another airbnb rental is on the same property to the left, there is shared parking, but no living spaces shared.

The Spoon Rest - steps from the ocean in Nags Head
The Spoon Rest is a super cute, renovated apartment located directly above The Surfin' Spoon. With epic ocean views from the porch (or from every window inside), you're gonna be stoked to just hang and relax while people-watching & listening to the waves break. When you're ready to surf or get your bronze on, the beach is just across the street! Located in the heart of Nags Head, you'll love being close to so many great restaurants and fun places.

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.

Surf shack Rodanthe
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Walking distance to some of the best surfing on the east coast as well as restaurants ,coffee shop, pizza! , pier , small grocery store , and kite boarding on sound . The surf shack is rustic living ! This space is designed for serious surfers and kiteboarders , if you are looking for the 4 seasons this is not it , but if you want to hit the beach you are here!

Golf course location near beach
1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with private entrance on golf course. Close to beach, shopping, and restaurants. We are 550 yards from beach so you can walk to beach or use free parking at beach accesses close by. You do have to cross the main highway so with summer traffic it is a little harder but some people still choose to walk. Close to Wright Brothers National Park. During the summer we do require a 3 night minimum.

Curlew - Cottage with Beach Access & King Bed!
Newly remodeled in January 2021 and updated in February 2024, Curlew is a semi-oceanfront house nestled in the village of Salvo. Ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat and families wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, Curlew feels cozy while maintaining Hatteras Island charm and natural beauty. A well-appointed cottage with comforts of home, Curlew invites you to unwind and relax!

Barefoot Bungalow, steps from the Pamlico Sound
Sound-Side retreat. Enjoy a sunset nestled in the cool, old, live oak trees. With a cozy bungalow style feel enjoy ocean living on the peaceful sound side. Large wrap around deck for star gazing. Beach access is a short 6 min walk for surf and beach fun. Close to grocery store, ice cream parlor, restaurants, coffee, and souvenir shops. Visit the Avon pier for fishing, concerts and farmers markets.
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