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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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Carolina Designs presents GREAT EXPECTATIONS, Duck's sensational oceanfront estate in the gated Four Seasons community. This magnificent 8-bedroom retreat features iconic ocean views, elevator access, private pool with cabana, home theater, and...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Overview When you arrive at No Worries, toss your cares to the wind and embrace a carefree lifestyle in a stylish home filled to the brim with special amenities! This seaside retreat features a convenient elevator, charming bedroom...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Overview Beachfront bliss is within easy reach when you reserve Tanarama II. This home is located at the former site of the old Tanarama Hotel in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. If you love being at the center of activities, you'll love...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Overview Morning Glory is a semi-oceanfront home with desirable oceanfront amenities! A private dune deck and walkway to the uncrowded beach is right across the street and uninterrupted views of the horizon are yours to enjoy while...
- Kitty Hawk
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs presents CAROLINA ON MY MIND, an exceptional 8-bedroom Outer Banks vacation rental in Corolla's prestigious Crown Point community. Just 130 yards from beach access, this multi-family retreat features 5 king suites, private pool...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 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 Arrive, unpack, and shift into vacation mode at Transcendence, a lavish 12-bedroom oceanfront estate in Southern Shores. Distinctive in design and exclusive in size (it is one of the largest rentals between Kill Devil Hills and...
- Southern Shores
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13.5 Bathrooms
Overview Watch the sun rise over the ocean in Paradise Palms, a well-appointed retreat in Whalehead, a centrally located community in Corolla. Only 389 yards to the beach access, and less than a mile from restaurants and shops, you'll...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Overview Striking ocean views in combination with a classic Carolina coastal design make Summer Wind a restful haven for all vacationers. This oceanfront accommodation is equipped with everything you need to distinguish your stay at the...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Overview As soon as you arrive at Sunny Dayz, you'll experience the relaxing shift towards vacation-mode. Outfitted with ten spacious bedrooms, this oceanfront estate offers ample space for large groups or family reunions, and the long...
- Corolla
- 10 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Overview New to the Carolina Designs program for 2026!If you want to be Making Memories at the beach with those you love, look no further than this 7-bedroom semi-oceanfront home located in Southern Shores. With a private pool and a...
- Southern Shores
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs presents Sea N Sea, one of Whalehead's largest semi-oceanfront estates in Corolla. This custom-built 12-bedroom home offers over 7,600 square feet of living space and 2,000 square feet of deck space, professionally designed for...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
Overview Three levels of living space on the oceanfront in Duck, you can certainly Dream Big during your next Outer Banks vacation when you stay here. With many amenities to make your beach getaway as relaxing as possible, Dream Big...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Overview Peaceful vacation days are ahead at Beach Blessings, a welcoming 9-bedroom oceanfront in the heart of Duck. Outstanding ocean views, spacious rooms, and extensive amenities make this home a relaxing retreat to gather with friends and...
- Duck
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10.5 Bathrooms
Overview Full renovation for the 2026 season! Bedding, inventory, and layout are subject to change until complete.Escape to the Outer Banks and enjoy Wasting Time while you spend a relaxing week in this inviting coastal retreat. Located just...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs presents OCEAN VIEWS, a magnificent 18-bedroom oceanfront estate at Milepost 8 in Kill Devil Hills. This spectacular OBX vacation rental features a stunning 45' x 21' private pool, home theater, and direct beach access for the...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 18 Bedrooms
- 19 Bathrooms
Overview An amazing location, views of the ocean and the Avalon Pier, classic beach house furnishings coupled with modern finishes, and top-notch vacation amenities, this home will surely be a hit for you and your vacation crew! It's...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Overview Located on the oceanfront in Corolla, on the cul-de-sac at the end of a quiet street, you will find SeaEra ready to welcome you for your Outer Banks vacation. An 8-bedroom home with a fully fenced private pool, hot tub...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
The Southern Outer Banks, particularly Ocracoke Island, is notorious as the stomping grounds for some of history's most infamous pirates. Notable swashbucklers from Calico Jack to Anne Bonney and Mary Reed, arguably the most famous women pirates...
Each of the Outer Banks five lighthouses is unique. For a beautiful view, visitors can climb Currituck Beach Light, Bodie Island Light and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse for a small fee in season. It's an unforgettable way to see the Outer Banks! Don't...
The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.
Overview Sun Catcher captures all that the Outer Banks has to offer in a beautiful oceanfront Whalehead estate. Every thoughtful detail--the oceanfront pool and hot tub, the game room with kitchenette, a private bath for each...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms