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Southern Shores holiday rentals start at $100 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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4.8 Average rating
Southern Shores stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Southern Shores
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Sunny Southern Shores Walk to Beach Dog Friendly
Newly renovated upstairs of a home on the bike path near Duck. Spacious master bedroom with King bed, en suite bath, walk-in closet. Open concept full kitchen-dining-living room 1200 sq. ft. of space. 1 1/2 blocks to beach! Dogs OK $40 each NO CATS, fenced yard. We offer 2 beautiful completely separate units, this listing is the upstairs space (downstairs apartment for 2-3 guests in separate listing). Walk to the beach, bike to Duck. Only the driveway is shared. Kayak excursions upon request.

Chloe's Cottage - 7 minute walk to the beach
Nestled in the heart of Southern Shores, our house is tucked away from the typical hustle and bustle of the resort areas of Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Duck, while being close enough for walk to the beach! A 15-minute bike ride into the town of Duck (2 bikes provided) will provide an afternoon with your friends and family, without the headache of traffic and parking. The house has dedicated workspace, gas fireplace, 42-inch HDTV with YouTube TV, sound system, and fiber internet WiFi.

Bethany's Joy King Suite in Southern Shores
Please read our 300 5-star reviews since 2017! Ranked in top Airbnb's on the OBX and in NC, and top 1% worldwide. Extra clean for every guest. Comfy king bed. Private hot tub spa. Situated between Duck and Kitty Hawk and close to lots of OBX beach fun. Retreat is a 3-room private apartment with a 2nd floor porch and private entrance. Walk to the ocean in 15 minutes or drive and park in 5. Perfect for honeymoons or a couple's getaway. Quiet neighborhood setting in Town of Southern Shores.

Luxury Spa Beach Home-Sauna, Hot Tub, Spa Baths
Gorgeous, renovated, private, peaceful luxury spa home just steps to the beach, Duck NC outer banks. Perfect location. Best of everything-spa bathrooms, vibrating adjustable beds & luxury mattresses, hot tub & sauna on private quiet lot. Beautiful sunrises over the ocean & sunsets over the sound. Sound access for swimming, water sports & fishing across the street. Walk to Duck shops, boardwalk & restaurants. Community pool, tennis/pickleball/basketball & fishing pier. Beach gear included!

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.)

Live Oak Cottage - 'tiny house' / walk to beach
The Live Oak Cottage is a beautiful guest house situated under sprawling live oak trees. The suite and main house was originally a US Coast Guard Lifesaving Station built in 1901 - and moved to its current location in the 60s. The suite has been restored to bring it up to date with modern amenities, while retaining its rustic charm. A kitchenette, with fridge, toaster, plug in cook top + more. Sit back and relax on your private deck with a grill or walk to the beach in just 5 minutes.

The Osprey Landing | Semi-Oceanfront Guesthouse
This 1 bedroom stand alone apt is incredible, its tucked into a unique space thats totally private yet close to all the northern Outer Banks has to offer. It has two large decks and 1 has views of the ocean. Follow the grass driveway to the street and walk 100ft to the ocean. You will not find a more well thought out space for 2 people than this spot. *There may be some construction noise during the day next door at the main house for the last two weeks of June and first week of July.

Tidepool | Pool, Hot Tub & Private OBX Retreat
Tide Pool features an industrial-chic aesthetic of concrete floors, soaring 9-foot ceilings, large windows, and designer furniture. Notice the light fixtures salvaged from cargo ships and float in the luxurious private pool with glass tile and designer finishes. The outdoor living area is perfect for relaxing in the shade. The large covered area has a grill and hot tub nearby. The pool is Heated/Cooled by heat pump and is open April through October. You have the whole house and yard.

Hillcrest Hideaway OBX beach escape
Come enjoy this simple cozy cabin in a quiet neighborhood. Newly renovated in the winter of ‘23 this tiny house is located on the same property as the owner’s home but provides complete privacy with its own fenced in yard. Inside is a full kitchen, living area, and comfy Queen bed and is stocked with everything you need. Outside there is a living room, dining area, grill, shower, and rooftop deck. The beach and sound are both a short bike ride and the town of Duck is 2 miles north.

Romantic 1 BR Cottage/Privacy-Near Ocean & Dining
Explore the Outer Banks from this conveniently located getaway. Built in 2022. Less than one mile to the beach access and half mile to the sound access. Community includes sound and beach access, close proximity to great restaurants, just 3 miles from Duck. Explore Wright Memorial, Lighthouses, Jockeys Ridge, 4 Wheel Drive, Fishing, Crabbing and more! Paddle board along the many canals or the sound, enjoy yoga at the oceanfront, ride bikes, walk/jog and explore! Come play or work.

Little House in the Live Oaks
Peaceful retreat attached to a family home and nestled in live oaks on a one-acre lot, perfect for your OBX getaway! Easy self-check in, separate entrance, separate HVAC system, California King bed, a private deck and private covered porch. The guest suite includes a bedroom, bathroom, and screened-in breezeway with mini fridge and microwave. Guests are provided with two beach bikes and parking pass to our private community beach access, a 10 minute walk away.

Cave By The Waves- Pet Friendly, no pet fee
Our apartment is located on the first floor of our home, which is one of the only Solar Powered homes in the Outer Banks! Just a 5 minute walk to the beach and a short bike ride or drive to the sound, we have a perfect location which is close to everything. Our space includes the use of our outdoor shower and beach parking passes. We have a great yard for lounging, sun bathing or playing with dogs. Come and check out our "Cave" by the waves!
Popular amenities for Southern Shores family-friendly rentals
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Sea Rest: Large Pool, Hot Tub, 3rd house to Beach!

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*Sit N' Duck 1* Steps from Ocean + Community Pool!

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Ocean Views, Pool, Spa, Volleyball and Game Room!

Duck Mountain Overlooks Sound

Private Beach Access | Pool | Spa | Dog-Friendly

New Pool! Ping-Pong * Near Beach & Duck Village
When is the best time to visit Southern Shores?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $392 AUD | $340 AUD | $392 AUD | $380 AUD | $462 AUD | $619 AUD | $762 AUD | $668 AUD | $441 AUD | $382 AUD | $392 AUD | $378 AUD |
| 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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