Beachfront vacation rentals in North Carolina

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Condo in North Topsail Beach

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Cozy On-the-Beach w/ Private Deck

Relax with the whole family at this cozy OCEANFRONT condo on peaceful North Topsail island. Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and enjoy your coffee on the balcony while the sun rises and the dolphins play. With enough beds to sleep 5 and a full kitchen, this is the perfect place to make home base for your North Carolina beach vacation. The saltwater awaits you with many beaches and attractions within 20 minutes. *shoreline changes constantly- tides schedule available *NC coast is humid

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Guest suite in Oak Island

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Salty Air Retreat

Quaint, bright and cozy lower level apartment. All basic amenities are included, as well as towels, linens and dishware. Located on a quiet dead end street. Short 10 minute walk to the beach over the Davis Canal. Private entrance with access to fenced in back yard with firepit, hammock. After a day at the beach you can rinse off in the private, enclosed outdoor shower. Enjoy your fresh catch of the day on the outdoor grill, and enjoy it outside if you like at the cozy outdoor dining nook.

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Condo in Carolina Beach

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Oceanfront 1 bedroom condo with pool

Relax at our ocean front condo close to the best of Carolina Beach but far enough from the hustle to enjoy the quiet and amazing views! Walk south to enjoy shopping, restaurants, music and entertainment at our family friendly boardwalk. Or walk north to fish and grab a drink at the pier. Bring your bikes, golf cart, as well as beach and pool toys and store them in the unit’s garage. Pull out sofa bed in lvng room allows you to accommodate up to 4 guests. Come make memories at our beautiful CB.

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Condo in North Topsail Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

No Booking Fee! Oceanfront 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo

Enjoy a peaceful vacation with the whole family when you head to “Siesta Seas”, a first floor oceanfront condo on North Topsail Beach! Enjoy sunrises, dolphins playing and waves crashing from the deck of this 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo that can sleep up to 6. A full kitchen with appliances, living room with sleeper sofa, cable TV and high speed internet make this an escape for work or play. And when you’re ready to venture out, private building beach access is just steps away from your door.

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Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

the cottage

The cottage stands along the oceanfront in quaint area of Kitty Hawk beach. Very small cottage limited to 2 guests. Remodeled and designed in vintage beach flair. The cottage reminds me of the way coastal homes used to be: simple ; yet, thougthfully integrated into the environment. Approximately 800 square ft. of intimate living space with spacious deck for getting closer to the sea and sky. I provide all the clean linens .Please have prior reviews and be over 29 years of age.

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Home in Emerald Isle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Bright, Quiet, and Cozy, 3 bed/2 bath

Enjoy the beach in a spacious, Middle Row duplex that is a short five minute walk to the beach and 1/3 of a mile to the sound access. This well maintained and exceptionally clean duplex offers a fully stocked kitchen with pots/pans, plates, cups and silverware. Enjoy the outdoor shower after a long day at the beach! At night, relax by the fire in the secluded back yard. Jump into a clean bed with fresh linens that are provided. Catch the beautiful sunrises or sunsets of Emerald Isle.

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Guesthouse in Statesville

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews

Lake Lookout Guest Cottage - Whole House Rental

Lake Lookout Guest Cottage Waterfront private guest cottage located on over 3 acres of land on Lake Lookout Shoals is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet lakefront escape. Enjoy the lake views from the comfort of your own 1,000 square foot cottage. The Guest Cottage is located off of the main channel with 235 feet of shoreline! Spend your time indoors, outdoors, in the lake, on the beach or in the canoe - something for everyone! Come visit us and enjoy a bit of "Lake Life!"

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Rental unit in Carolina Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Cowabungalow - Luxury Condo

This custom LUXURIOUS 1-bedroom oceanfront sleeps 4 w/pull-out couch and is completely NEW inside. This unit is oceanfront, 2nd story w/elevator, covered parking in a gated parking lot, and a fully stocked kitchen, park the car & never have to drive during your stay! Right on the CB boardwalk w/ many choices for ocean view restaurants, etc. Pet friendly with an additional $60 cleaning fee per pet and early check-in and late check-out fee $150 for each request w/ 2-day notice.

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Home in Henrico

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Cozy Quail Shores Lake Gaston

Quaint, cozy lake home nestled on 1.4 acres with a fabulous Main Lake view! Open and bright one level floor plan with living room, dining area, kitchen with granite counter tops and eat-in bar, 2BR/1 Bath. Awesome sun room with furniture for enjoying the sunrise over the main lake with your morning coffee. Walk down the beautiful landscaping to a nice sandy beach and boathouse. Absolutely perfect for kayaking, swimming, and boating at your next summer getaway vacation home!

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Condo in North Topsail Beach

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 242 reviews

Blue Space - a couples retreat

Sea yourself here. 34.4902N longitude, 77.4136W latitude. Lovely ocean views from the kitchen, living room and balcony. Fresh new makover 1 bed/1 bath oceanfront condo. Sleeps 5 (1 queen bed, 1 bunk (great for kids) Couch with twin sleeper. Basic cable 50" smart flatscreen TV Sheets and towels provided Full kitchen - Please clean and put away pots and pans upon departure Full bath Washer/dryer on site Grills on site Beach access Check in time 3 pm Check out 12 pm

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Cottage in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Island hopping & fishing around Masonboro Island

Fall/winter fishing at its best! Pick your adventure in this 1-of-a-kind cottage on the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve. Get your SUP or kayak ‘on’ and in just a 300m paddle (5 min) you can be lounging on one of the dozens of secluded tiny islands off our dock. Make the ~20 min paddle to experience the unspoilt beauty of Masonboro Island’s pristine, 9 mile white sand beach. Or chill on the dock and take in the jaw dropping views with a glass of wine.

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Cottage in Wilmington

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 322 reviews

Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'

This is a recently renovated rustic 1947 cottage with an outstanding view of and access to the Intracoastal Waterway. It is perfect for meditation or quiet time by the water's edge, or for fishing, art, reading, writing, kayaking or paddleboarding. It is close to Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Island and Hampstead where there is shopping, restaurants, outdoor and cultural activities and beautiful beaches. It's old, but it is full of charm!