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!
Find the perfect Carolina Designs Realty rental home.
THE SANDY BLUE pairs classic OBX comfort with Carolina Designs hospitality in Corolla, offering a semi-oceanfront retreat with ocean views from the upper living level and wraparound decks. This beautifully decorated 6-bedroom home features a...
- Corolla
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks stay at JEWEL OF THE ISLE: this Carolina Designs Duck home delivers 8 bedrooms across three levels with a sparkling private pool and hot tub just 215 yards from beach access. Located in Sea Pines, this notable estate...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to THE BEACH HOUSE, a Southern Shores oceanfront retreat with over 4,000 square feet of elegantly upgraded living space. This 5-bedroom, 7-bathroom home features designer colors, choice upgrades, and comfortable...
- Southern Shores
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
NEW to the Carolina Designs program for 2026!Discover PIRATES TREASURE in Corolla—a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where semi-oceanfront luxury meets endless entertainment. This 9-bedroom retreat offers rooftop ocean views of the iconic...
- Corolla
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10.5 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks stay at NIRVANA: this Carolina Designs Nags Head oceanfront home features 8 bedrooms with private baths, elevator access, and a 28x14 private pool. Guests enjoy a welcoming great room with gourmet kitchen, inspiring ocean...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks stay at HAPPY ENCHILADA: this Carolina Designs Nags Head oceanfront home features 6 bedrooms with stellar ocean views, a 30x14 private pool with hot tub, and direct beach access. Located in the exclusive Village At Nags...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Discover OCEAN JOURNEY in Duck—a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where three levels unfold across nearly 3,400 square feet, featuring seven bedrooms with private baths, a 32' x 16' private pool with hot tub, and sand volleyball area just...
- Duck
- 7 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Discover BEYOND THE SEA in Kill Devil Hills—a Carolina Designs oceanfront estate with sweeping views of both the ocean and Wright Brothers Monument. This 12-bedroom retreat features 10 private baths, elevator access, and exceptional amenities...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to SPECIALTY, a Corolla oceanfront retreat with spectacular ocean-to-sound vistas in the premier Pine Island community. This seven-bedroom home features 4 king suites, a private 30x16 pool, hot tub, and recreation...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Discover SEA CASTLE in Nags Head—a Carolina Designs oceanfront retreat where 9 bedrooms, elevator access, and a 30x16 private pool create the ultimate OBX vacation experience. This professionally designed seaside sanctuary sits on the ocean's...
- Nags Head
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to Marty's Manor, a Duck retreat with 5 spacious bedrooms, private pool, and elevator—just 150 yards from beach access in Sea Pines. This exceptional OBX vacation rental offers recreation room and rare convenience...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to Sea N Sea, a spectacular Corolla retreat featuring 12 bedrooms with private baths across over 7,600 square feet of luxury living space. This custom-built semi-oceanfront estate in Whalehead represents one of the...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks stay at SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE: this Carolina Designs Corolla home delivers 4,600 square feet of oceanfront luxury with panoramic Atlantic views from the great room and gourmet kitchen. This beachfront retreat in Section C of...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to OCEAN ROYALE, a Kill Devil Hills oceanfront estate with 24 bedrooms, private pool, and home theater. This spectacular Outer Banks vacation rental overlooks the Atlantic and welcomes reunions, retreats, weddings, and...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 24 Bedrooms
- 22.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to OCEAN MIST, a Duck retreat with ocean views from wrap-around decks and a rooftop ships watch just 139 yards from beach access. This aptly named Schooner Ridge home captures the soft beach breeze while offering 4...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Discover WHY KNOT in Corolla—a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where expansive comfort meets oceanside luxury. This stunning 8-bedroom home features a private heated pool, two hot tubs, elevator, recreation room, and sits just 216 yards from...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
Plan your Outer Banks stay at La Ventana: this Carolina Designs Duck home offers 8 bedrooms, semi-oceanfront positioning just steps from beach access, and ocean views with private pool and hot tub. This well-appointed vacation rental combines...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs invites you to Sand Piper in Four Seasons, a Duck retreat with 7 bedrooms, private pool, and hot tub just 480 yards from beach access. This OBX vacation rental offers thoughtful amenities, tasteful upgrades, and stylish...
- Duck
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
August 12, 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...
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...
Visitors to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands will simultaneously be visiting the gorgeous Cape Hatteras National Seashore. One of the largest preserved parcels of the Outer Banks, the National Seashore stretches across 70 miles of shoreline...
Carolina Designs invites you to Pine Island Time, a semi-oceanfront Corolla retreat with 5 bedrooms, elevator access, and a private pool in the premier Pine Island community. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac across from the beach, this...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms