Carolina Designs

Carolina Designs

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with us!

Browse our inventory of 350+ premier Outer Banks vacation rentals, including houses in Duck, Corolla, Southern Shores, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, and Nags Head!

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 Vacation Rentals

Find the perfect Carolina Designs rental home.

VILLAGE DIAMOND

Overview It's called Village Diamond for a reason, this 7-bedroom, oceanfront retreat is located in the heart of the Village at Nags Head and offers all you could want for an Outer Banks vacation. The oceanside decks on each level are...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEAN LUXE

Overview Relax, escape, and indulge. When you arrive at Ocean Luxe, you will immediately be transported to a vacation state of mind. This exceptional 21-bedroom home is an oceanfront estate located directly on the beautiful beaches of the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • 21.5 Bathrooms
WHATEVER

Overview Whatever you're searching for in a vacation retreat, you're sure to find in this beautifully designed and furnished 4,000 square foot home. Thoughtfully laid out with vacation comfort and entertainment in mind, the atmosphere...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
BEACHCRAFT

Overview Create memorable vacation days in Beachcraft, a classic oceanfront cottage with a thoughtful layout, eye-catching palette, and cheerful coastal decor. Designed and furnished with your comfort in mind, this retreat has generous...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
PARADISE PALMS

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
EXTA SEA

Overview Located on the oceanfront, in the quintessential beach town of Nags Head, Exta Sea is an amazing option for your next Outer Banks vacation. Offering two rec rooms and a theater, nine bedrooms, all with a connected bathroom...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
PERFECT TEN

Overview Seaside serenity awaits guests at Perfect Ten, a sensational Corolla oceanfront estate located in the popular Whalehead community. Enjoy three levels of elegant upgrades and furnishings in a beautifully designed home featuring...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
BAREFEET RETREAT

Overview Memorable ocean views, popular amenities, and a spectacular location sets the stage for your next Outer Banks vacation when you reserve Barefeet Retreat! This beachfront estate has a soothing color palette, comfortable...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
DUCK-N-SEA

Overview Duck away from everyday responsibilities and head to Duck-n-Sea, a spacious oceanside retreat with charming decor and crowd-pleasing amenities. This home offers a thoughtful floor plan with private suites and abundant indoor...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
FOLLOW APOLLO

Overview With this uniquely positioned home located along a single row of homes between the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound, you have unobstructed views in each direction and can truly follow Apollo's Chariot and awake to the...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
MAKING MEMORIES

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
CASA DE PLAYA

Overview Reserve Casa de Playa to experience a 4,000 s.f. beachfront home that captures our charming Outer Banks coastal style! Bordered by open space, this prime location has ocean views while offering guests popular amenities for a...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
QUACK OF DAWN

Overview Quack Of Dawn is perfectly located halfway between the beach and the charming shops and quaint restaurants of the village of Duck. The Sea Pines private beach entrance is just 13 houses away, and Duck's best shopping is but a...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
PICTURESQUE

Overview Step into the world of Picturesque, where unique architecture and furnishings are set against a backdrop of expansive water views. Located in the Pine Island community of Corolla, this retreat is designed to showcase views of...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
POP'S PLACE

Overview There's something about arriving at Pop's Place that allows everyone to relax in comfort, create unforgettable family memories, and leave fully rejuvenated. Spend your Outer Banks vacation in this oceanfront estate offering a...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
CAROLINA ON MY MIND

Overview Your Carolina vacation goes tropical in this airy, multi-family friendly Outer Banks vacation rental home in the Crown Point community of Corolla. Relax in Carolina On My Mind's island ambiance, whether you're enjoying the...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
HAPPY DUCK

Overview Located steps to the seashore and from the heart of Duck Village, Happy Duck is a thoughtfully designed vacation home in one of the Outer Banks' most popular communities. Professionally outfitted and impeccably decorated in...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
THE TIPSY TURTLE

Overview Brand new construction, complete for the 2025 season!If you're looking for comfort, relaxation, and unbeatable amenities, look no further! With over 4,900 square feet of indoor living space and over 1,600 square feet of...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Map
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Outer Banks Ferry System

Decades ago, one of the only ways to access some of the most secluded areas of the Outer Banks was via a ferry, and this tradition carries on today for thousands if not millions of visitors who want to travel to some of coastal North Carolina's most...

The 11 Best Beach Games for Summer 2026

Many beachgoers enjoy the simplicity of soaking up the sun, sipping a beverage or reading a book. Sometimes we prefer a little friendly competition or just some play time in the surf. And of course, kids are always in motion on the sand. Here are...

The 11 Best Beach Toys for Summer 2026

Here is a list of some of our favorite beach toys for kiddos. We gravitate to unique, high-quality toys that inspire creativity. Some of these toys are classics, and some add a twist.

BEACH BUBBLES

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