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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 proudly presents HONOR, a magnificent oceanfront estate in Kill Devil Hills designed for extraordinary large group vacations. This grand retreat features 18 bedroom suites, each with a private bathroom and flatscreen TV, plus...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 18 Bedrooms
- 19.5 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 Pack your things and get ready to relax during an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation in this inviting, 7 bedroom oceanfront home! Wind and Waves is built by a well-known local contractor and Parade of Homes winning builder...
- Duck
- 7 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Overview If you're looking for a beautifully decorated home with comfortable furnishings, impressive features, desirable amenities, and Currituck Sound views, Shandy's Sunset is your pick! This 7-bedroom home offers over 3,700 square...
- Kitty Hawk
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
Overview Enjoy unforgettable beach days when you stay at BellTide, a 9-bedroom, oceanfront home located near Milepost 12.5, in the heart of Nags Head. Designed with comfort in mind and nautical decor throughout, you and your group are...
- Nags Head
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
Overview Everything you can imagine and experience packed into one of the best vacation homes built on the Outer Banks. Off The Hook is a custom-designed semi-oceanfront home in Corolla with over 6,000 square feet of living space. This...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
Overview Enjoy ocean breezes and the sound of breaking waves from Pine Island Time, a beautiful and well-maintained semi-oceanfront vacation getaway in the premier community of Pine Island. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac and across from...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Overview A memorable vacation awaits you at Barney, a six-bedroom, semi-oceanfront retreat in Southern Shores. Decorated with traditional New England touches such as cedar shake siding and a light gray metal roof, Barney offers a...
- Southern Shores
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
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 Welcome to Stay Anchored, an 8-bedroom oceanfront that provides sweeping ocean views, multiple gathering areas, and endless entertainment options to enjoy throughout your stay. Reserve this home for a slice of paradise, and...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Overview Located on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills, this stunner of a home offers all that one could hope for and dream of while vacationing on the Outer Banks. Ocean views from the second floor, third floor, and first floor pool...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 24 Bedrooms
- 23.5 Bathrooms
Overview Surround Sound is a truly unique home for the ultimate vacation experience! Located on the sound, this lovely rental features water views from every level, and is located just across the street from the clubhouse in beautiful...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Overview For a memorable vacation, The Sandman offers invigorating ocean views and tranquil sound vistas from this Nags Head oceanfront retreat. Amenities include a central elevator, private suites, an expansive great room, a fully...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Overview A taste of Caribbean luxury comes to the Outer Banks in this custom-built beachfront holiday villa via Grand Cayman, an eight bedroom retreat at Milepost 13 in Nags Head. Bask in the Carolina sun on a golden beach mere steps...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs presents PEBBLE BEACH, a spectacular oceanfront retreat in Duck offering breathtaking ocean views on all three levels and premium amenities in the award-winning Sea Hawk resort community. This exceptional 7-bedroom, 9-bathroom home...
- Duck
- 7 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Overview Southern charm and comfort abound in this great Outer Banks vacation home right on the ocean with lots of decking. Three levels of beautifully decorated living areas give plenty of room for the entire family. The rooms have...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs presents SEAQUESTER, a spectacular 5-bedroom oceanfront home in Duck's exclusive Sound Sea Village! New to our 2025 program, this coastal retreat features three levels of luxurious living space, four king bedrooms, an elevator...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Overview If your objective is to spend endless days lounging on sandy beaches, the ocean access is a short walk from Sandy Chateau, and the serene streets ensure quiet strolls to both the waterfront and to sightsee in Duck. A multi-use...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms
Every vacation destination has its own unique draw to potential visitors, whether it's a national monument, a fantastic shopping or dining scene, or an exotic locale that's meant for total relaxation. Many newcomers to the Outer Banks are surprised...
The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20...
Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...
Carolina Designs presents Atlantic Sunrise, a spectacular 20-bedroom oceanfront vacation home in Kill Devil Hills. Perfect for family reunions, corporate retreats, or multi-family getaways, this magnificent property features 18 private baths...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 20 Bedrooms
- 21.5 Bathrooms