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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 Vacation Rentals

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WHITECAPS

WHITECAPS

Overview Located on the oceanfront in Nags Head, Whitecaps offers 3,100 square feet...

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800-368-3825
  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
AQUA DUCK

AQUA DUCK

Overview Relax into comfortable beach ambiance when you reserve Aqua Duck, a seaside...

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800-368-3825
  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
OBX RE-DUCKS

OBX RE-DUCKS

Overview Just a few of the most noteworthy features of OBX Re-Ducks: - Close to the beach...

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800-368-3825
  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
SEAGLASS

SEAGLASS

Overview From the moment you arrive at Seaglass, you and your entire family will feel...

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800-368-3825
  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
HAPPY CRAB

HAPPY CRAB

Overview Welcome to Happy Crab! This casual cottage is bright and cheerful, with high...

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800-368-3825
  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
BEACH VIBES

BEACH VIBES

Overview The best kind of vibes are Beach Vibes! This 6-bedroom vacation home is...

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800-368-3825
  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
CASUAL ELEGANCE

CASUAL ELEGANCE

Overview Avoid heavy weekend traffic with a Friday check-in!Casual Elegance is the...

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800-368-3825
  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
FAIRWINDS

FAIRWINDS

Overview Just a short stroll to the beach on a dedicated walkway, Fairwinds offers a...

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800-368-3825
  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
BEARING SOUTH

BEARING SOUTH

Overview Nestled among the seagrass lined dunes, this oceanfront cottage is located in...

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800-368-3825
  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Duck
800-368-3825
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The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh for days. In addition to beverages, fishermen rely coolers to keep bait fresh, and hopefully the catch of the day. Walk onto any beach or pier in North or South Carolina and you’ll see a plethora of cooler models and sizes. Cooler technology has advanced rapidly in modern years. Top-end hard-sided coolers can keep ice frozen for a week. Soft coolers are easier for one person to carry onto a beach, but can still keep food cool for days. Cooler materials and price points vary wildly, so we put together this guide with our recommendations for your coastal vacation.