Carolina Designs Realty

Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs!

Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach out to our friendly reservationists seven days a week. With Carolina Designs, you can secure your vacation dates over a year in advance.

ABOUT OUR VACATION RENTALS

At Carolina Designs, we represent premier Outer Banks vacation rentals, including oceanfront, pet-friendly, and new construction options. Browse homes ranging in size from 4 to 30 bedrooms with guest-favorite amenities like private beach accesses, private pools, hot tubs, elevators, rec rooms, home theaters, and more. All of our rentals provide 100% keyless entry, freshly made beds, towel sets, and our signature welcome package of starter supplies.

ABOUT CAROLINA DESIGNS

Carolina Designs has been family-owned and operated on the Outer Banks since 1988, and we are consistently voted "Best of the Beach." Our focus on exceptional customer service sets us apart, and our experienced team of local reservationists, housekeeping professionals, maintenance technicians, and property managers stands behind every Outer Banks vacation booked with us. We look forward to hosting your next stay!

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Carolina Designs Realty Vacation Rentals

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OCEAN CREST PARADISE

Overview Located in a quiet cul-de-sac across from the beach, Ocean Crest Paradise provides a unique floor plan, memorable ocean views, and quick beach access. Located on the south end of Duck, guests who reserve this home can enjoy the...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
THE CROWN JEWEL

Overview Relax, rejuvenate, and receive the royal treatment during your next vacation. The Crown Jewel estate tells the story of coastal elegance, combining its prime Kill Devil Hills oceanfront location with a dreamlike list of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13 Bathrooms
BELLTIDE

Overview Enjoy unforgettable beach days when you stay at BellTide, a 9-bedroom, oceanfront home located near Milepost 12.5, in the heart of Nags Head. Designed with comfort in mind and nautical decor throughout, you and your group are...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
CASA LUNA

Overview Stylish furnishings, contemporary decor, and sensational upgrades define this oceanfront vacation retreat. This home tells the story of relaxed beachfront comfort with first-class features and amenities. Guests who reserve Casa...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
WIND DANCE

Overview Plan now to get sun-kissed by Carolina coastal breezes by reserving Wind Dance. This vacation retreat is a classic beach home with modern convenience that's sure to be a memorable setting for your next Outer Banks vacation...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
A PLACE IN THE SUN

Overview Find your special Place in the Sun in the heart of Duck village when you reserve this special oceanside vacation retreat. Located on the peaceful streets of Bayberry Bluffs, this home is equidistance between the award-winning...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
OCEAN'S 88

Overview For those in search of a private beachfront sanctuary, put Ocean's 88 at the top of your list! This home is professionally decorated and offers guests a thoughtful floor plan, inspiring views, and popular amenities. Highlights...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
STORK'S LANDING

Overview If you are searching for breathtaking ocean views, take a cruise to Stork's Landing. Imagine waking up to the serenity of clear blue ocean and sky, visible from just about every inch of the top floor, interrupted only by...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
THE CHEL-SEA

Overview Keep the emphasis on family during your next Outer Banks vacation by reserving The Chel-Sea, a charming beach cottage that truly welcomes children. This home features a kid's area with a table for games and puzzles. If...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
OBX WAVES

Overview Watch the OBX Waves roll into shore while kicking back in a beach chair and enjoying every second of your Outer Banks vacation! OBX Waves is a seven-bedroom, three-story home located in Ocean Sands in Corolla. Being...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
TURTLE COVE

Overview Your family will never forget the enchanting Turtle Cove, a spectacular vacation home located only a short minute's walk away from the oceanfront and one of the top-rated beaches in Duck. This grand house is the perfect place...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
SIR WALTER RALEIGH

Overview Plan your next Outer Banks escape to Sir Walter Raleigh, an eight bedroom Nags Head estate by the sea. This spacious retreat is part of the Nags Head Shores community. Thoughtfully designed to comfortably accommodate large...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
ARIA

Overview Located on the oceanfront right next to the beach access, with a private pool and a poolside hot tub, we bring you, Aria. This 7-bedroom vacation home has all the amenities to make for an unforgettable week of beachside living. The...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
WONDEROUS STORIES

Overview With a name inspired by the progressive rock band Yes's song, Wonderous Stories, this dreamy oceanfront retreat will transform your vacation getaway into a revolutionary experience. Carefully designed to accommodate the needs...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • 17.5 Bathrooms
VILLA MARGARITA

Overview Welcome to Villa Margarita! This comfortably charming home is just three houses from the ocean and walking distance from shops and restaurants of Duck. Perfect for one or two families, this vacation cottage is located in one of...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
FIVE LITTLE DUCKS

Overview Unwind at Five Little Ducks, a 6-bedroom home in Duck, a stellar location that offers something for everyone. With an impressive list of amenities - including a private pool & hot tub, rec room with a pool table, and spacious...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
LA RESIDENCIA

Overview Step into La Residencia, an oceanfront villa with breathtaking ocean-to-sound vistas located in the premier community of Pine Island in Corolla. From the moment you enter this vacation home, guests are treated to a beautifully...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 11.5 Bathrooms
KOKOMO 7

Overview Situated on the ocean's edge, Kokomo 7 is a beautiful Outer Banks home that promises a serene and relaxing beach vacation experience. This unique design perfectly showcases dune and water vistas, so guests can rise and shine to...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 22

July 22, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

Whalehead in Historic Corolla

The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...

AQUA VIDA

Overview Reach new vacation heights in this serene, custom-built, 9-bedroom oceanfront home in central Nags Head. A haven for relaxation, Aqua Vida features decor that embodies the tranquility of our coastline, with a palate of coastal blues...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms