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ABOUT OUR VACATION RENTALS
At Carolina Designs, we represent quality, well-maintained vacation rentals. Our inventory of 350+ Outer Banks vacation rentals range in size, from smaller retreats to reunion-ready homes with 15 bedrooms or more. Whether you're searching for an oceanfront house, sound front rental, or somewhere in between, our OBX rentals offer prime locations and easy access to the beach.
Premium house amenities include private pools, elevators, hot tubs, rec rooms, theaters, and pet friendly rentals. Guests who vacation with us enjoy keyless house entry, freshly made beds, towel sets, and a dedicated staff who are here to make your vacation as relaxing as possible.
ABOUT CAROLINA DESIGNS
Voted "Best of the Beach" for best Outer Banks vacation rental company, at Carolina Designs, we have been helping vacationers find their perfect vacation rentals and make lifelong memories on the Outer Banks since 1988. We are a family owned and operated business with a longstanding reputation for offering premier OBX rentals and exceptional customer service.
Our reservations staff is local and knowledgeable, with inside info about all things Outer Banks and the vacation homes we represent. A dedicated operations team includes in-house maintenance and housekeeping departments that work hard to take care of our guests’ needs. We look forward to hosting you!
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Overview Experience the magic of Wind And Surf, a four bedroom semi-oceanfront in Southern Shores. Crafted as a contemporary take on the classic flat-top architecture that defined Southern Shores in the 50's, Wind And Surf was designed...
- Southern Shores
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Overview Catch this wave and ride the crest of a fun vacation for every member of your family. From the moment you arrive, The Jade Wave entertains - whether you're hanging out in the comfort of its indoor spaces, which are decorated...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Overview A richly appointed vacation estate, Duck Retreat is an elegant home that offers ocean views from the highest elevation lot in the private, gated community of Four Seasons. This gracious home design boasts extravagant amenities...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Overview Free yourself from the confines of the workaday world and escape to a Sea Escape, a delightful seaside haven for liberation from your day-to-day tensions and pressure. This home offers a vast array of sought after indoor and...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Overview Plan your seaside escape to Shore To Please, an oceanfront mansion on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in Kill Devil Hills. Featuring four levels of living space with 23 bedroom suites (21 in the main house, two in the private...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 23 Bedrooms
- 26.5 Bathrooms
Overview Located just steps from the rolling surf and soft sand, this beachfront retreat will have you humming the Song of the Sea throughout your vacation stay. Featuring a welcoming traditional design with the living area on the first...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Overview Bella Playa - the name says it all! Experience the beauty of our beaches with a vacation at this thoughtfully designed six-bedroom home in the Ocean Lake community of Corolla. Built to incorporate all the amenities that make...
- Corolla
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Overview All the magic of the Outer Banks will be at your fingertips when you choose Abracadabra for your next vacation. This thoughtfully designed ten bedroom home is centrally located in the Whalehead neighborhood of Corolla, and has...
- Corolla
- 10 Bedrooms
- 11 Bathrooms
Overview Let Wild Horses drag you away to a new level of Outer Banks relaxation. A personal playground designed to entertain and delight guests of all ages with its spacious, well-designed floor plan. A unique architectural design makes...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Overview Welcome to Southern Comfort, where all of the comforts of home await your arrival. This stylish home offers an elevator, a rec room, a private pool, Smart TVs throughout, and five well-appointed bedrooms including two with...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Overview 2025/2026 Holiday Offer: Book the week of Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's and receive extra days added to your stay at NO additional charge! Call our office for more details.Classic Outer Banks charm awaits at...
- Corolla
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Overview Escape to Wild Goose, a 10-bedroom estate located in the popular community of Whalehead in Corolla. This home includes a fully fenced pool area with a hot tub, plenty of deck space, and a top floor designed to host a group...
- Corolla
- 10 Bedrooms
- 11 Bathrooms
Overview Get ready to Splish Splash all week long when you book a stay in this oceanfront Nags Head vacation home. With six bedrooms, a rec room, a private pool, a hot tub, and a private dune top gazebo with access to the beach, you...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Overview Unwind in style at Beach King, a professionally appointed Nags Head retreat situated on a large lot directly on the ocean's edge. This home embodies the spirit of beachfront elegance, and is the ideal destination to experience...
- Nags Head
- 9 Bedrooms
- 11 Bathrooms
Overview Located in the heart of Duck, Crowder's Retreat is a seaside retreat designed after the classic Nags Head style cottage that offers a winning combination of comfortable style and popular amenities. Highlights include a private...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Overview Located in the heart of Duck, 120 Duck Landing has seven bedrooms, a private pool, hot tub, and rec room, and is only a short distance down the street from the nearest beach access. This three-story vacation home offers plenty...
- Duck
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Overview Situated perfectly in South Nags Head at Milepost 17, you are within walking distance to Jennette's Pier, and centrally located to great local restaurants, Tanger Outlet Mall, jet ski rentals, putt-putt, and many other OBX...
- Nags Head
- 9 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Overview Custom built and professionally decorated, this semi-oceanfront Duck retreat tells the story of sun-kissed vacations, awesome ocean views, popular amenities, and vibrant coastal decor. Located on a private cul-de-sac in the...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...
The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, located in the heart of Corolla, borders the historic Whalehead in Historic Corolla and still functions as a guide for passing mariners. At 162' feet tall, the lighthouse's First Order Fresnel light, (the largest size...
Overview The leisurely rhythm of a bygone era floats on coastal breezes to slow the breakneck pace of everyday life at Verandah Breeze. Guests are treated to abundant entertainment features, private bedroom suites, and delightful...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms