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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 A classic Outer Banks getaway, Piping Plover offers all that is needed for a relaxing and memorable vacation. With just as much space to gather outside as there is inside, you and your vacation group have a week of fresh air...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 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 Take time off to enjoy the sea, sand, and serenity of Villa Amarilla in Kill Devil Hills. A restful oceanfront location and six bedrooms that offer private baths in every bedroom. Popular amenities have been included to make your stay...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
Overview Just three lots from the Atlantic with quick and easy access to the beach, this Outer Banks home in ocean blue tones is the perfect place to spend your vacation. Situated on a high dune, magnificent ocean and sound views are at...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Overview If you love Outer Banks beaches, reserve American Waves, an oceanfront retreat that has one of the best stretches of beach right outside your door. This beachfront home has an open great room with expansive views of the...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Overview Vacation Oasis is a beachfront sanctuary located in the popular Nags Head Oasis community just north of Jennette's Pier. This design offers trendy amenities, and the home was professionally decorated in a bold nautical theme...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Overview Periwinkle Paradise is just four houses from the ocean, this spacious Southern Shores home allows you to enjoy ocean views, sea breezes, and all of the amenities you'll need for a comfortable and entertaining stay. Nestled...
- Southern Shores
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
Overview LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! In the heart of Kill Devil Hills, Almost Heaven boasts uninterrupted oceanfront views and "across the street views" of the historic Wright Brothers National Memorial and - this home is...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 10 Bedrooms
- 10.5 Bathrooms
Overview Brand NEW construction, ready for rentals in the spring of 2026! Bedding, inventory, and layout are subject to change until construction is complete.Experience the calming effect of the coast at Hipnautic. This five-level...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 7 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Overview A prime oceanfront location in the premier Pine Island community, this seven-bedroom home offers the ultimate in comfort and relaxation. Guests who reserve Specialty are treated to spectacular ocean-to-sound vistas, full length...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Overview Situated in a gated ocean-to-sound community, elevate your Outer Banks vacation to the next level by reserving Great Expectations. This sensational oceanfront estate features iconic ocean views, eight beautifully appointed...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Overview 2023 Parade of Homes winning home, including the Judges Grand Champion Award!What's the best plan? Plan Beach! This 7-bedroom vacation home is an ode to classic Outer Banks with a flattop architectural design, a warm and coastal...
- Southern Shores
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
Overview Welcome to Honor, a grand oceanfront estate specifically designed for those vacationing in large groups. Guests who reserve this home are treated to a host of gathering areas for leisure and recreation, and eighteen bedroom...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 18 Bedrooms
- 19.5 Bathrooms
Overview Shorely Blessed is a seaside retreat with the coastal warmth you expect to find when you vacation in the Outer Banks. The floor plan is outstanding and the home is welcoming and practical for multi-family use. Excellent dining...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Overview Find your Sol Mate by the sea with a vacation to this beautiful 10-bedroom oceanfront retreat in Corolla. Innovative design elements, distinctive amenities, and unique finishes combine to create a vacation haven ideal for...
- Corolla
- 10 Bedrooms
- 11 Bathrooms
Overview Reserve this delightful beachfront home and treat yourself and your vacation group to a relaxing vacation Down By The Sea in a comfortable retreat with ample indoor and outdoor amenities. Outside, enjoy a private pool, a beach...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Overview Come visit Summer Sand, an 8-bedroom semi-oceanfront home at Milepost 13.5. This thoughtfully maintained home has lovely ocean views and sits directly across from a community beach access. A beach cart makes trips to the ocean's...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Overview Welcome to Sound and Sea, a classic waterfront Carolina cottage that greets you with a lovely array of popular amenities. This home is stylishly furnished with pleasing coastal decor so guests can relax into comfort throughout...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
The Outer Banks offers plenty of opportunities for a healthy, family fun vacation. Visitors can spread out over more than 100 miles of pristine shoreline. Local restaurants and eateries are providing abundant take-out and delivery...
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...
Many newcomers to the Outer Banks who are browsing the local restaurants, shops and area attractions online or in the local guide books notice an interesting addition to the standard address. Besides the typical business name, street name, street...
Overview As the old saying goes, You Can't Take It With You, so you might as well enjoy it now! If you've been dreaming of an Outer Banks vacation, this is your sign to book the beach house and start your countdown. This home is...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms