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Rental unit in Nags Head
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviewsJockey Ridge State Park + Sound Beach + Hot Tub
We had a fabulous stay at this hidden gem! Great location, easy to explore the islands from here. And the state park right across the street is beautiful, and so different from anything we have seen. Sunset from the sound and the top of the dunes was stunning. This apartment is very clean, private, quiet, and peaceful. Erica was incredibly responsive to any question we had. We highly recommend this place, and hope to come back some time!
Rental unit in Duck
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsThe Dock
Location was amazing!!! Steps from delicious margaritas, stunning sunsets and lots of shops.
Rental unit in Corolla
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsLA Bella Beach House (2 BR)
We had a wonderful stay at Lorena’s beach bungalow with our daughters (6 and 9 years old). The interior is lovely. Care was given to filling the drawers with books and games. The beds are comfy. The kitchen is well stocked. The washer and dryer were large and efficient. La Bella Beach House is a short walk from the beach. Lorena has a shed stocked with all the beach essentials from chairs and umbrellas to boogie boards and sand toys. The pool was nice to have as well. Check in and communication with Lorena was a breeze. It was if we had been there many times before. All around, we had a great visit.
Rental unit in Kitty Hawk
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviewsOuter Banks Luxurious & Secluded Beach Getaway #1
Tiffany was an excellent communicator. She was helpful with tips on where to go for fun, and stayed in close communication. Her family was delightful. The layout of her home makes anyone feel at home. The side deck is really sweet and the decor is beautiful. I hope to come again.
Rental unit in Manteo
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsStylish Waterfront/Marina Condo
Really enjoyed the condo it was a perfect base camp for a variety of activities in the OBX. There was a well stocked kitchen which was great as we did a lot of home meals. The condo was nicely decorated, and the beds were super comfy! James was easy to contact and communicated back quickly if asked a question. Was a great stay.
Rental unit in Manteo
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviewsNo Ordinary Sunrise - Pet Friendly & Waterfront
Adorable apartment with a peaceful and calming sound view and experience. It had everything we needed for a quick trip to Outer Banks. What’s stood out the most was how accommodating and flexible they were when we messaged them for a same-day, early check-in. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a cute, quiet place by the sound.
Rental unit in Kitty Hawk
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 246 reviewsCanalfront, "Mariner's Retreat"
They let us arrive a little early which was a great help because I was towing a small boat and was able to drop it off before going grocery shopping. Trevor was very friendly and accommodating. The apartment was nice and roomy, very clean with everything we needed. Planning on staying here again in a year or two when we come back to this area.
Rental unit in Manteo
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviewsSound Front 2bdr Condo w/ boat slip!~Pirates Cove~
Our stay was perfect. Kitchen is well stocked for us to cook meals. It has a comfortable, homey feel, & the virew is spectacular! It’s very conveniently located to Nags Head beach as well as the Roanoke Island Lighthouse & shopping area.
Waterfront house rentals
Home in Coinjock
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviewsRelax and unwind at your home away from home
We had a great time staying here. It is the perfect distance between the airport and the outer banks. It is a cozy little place to retreat to after a long day. Would love to stay again!
Home in Kill Devil Hills
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviewsCanal Front Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly!
Rainbow after rain was such a great experience!! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here and it was perfect. The house felt very welcoming and homey. The canal access was a bonus my husband kayaked a few days in a row. There were additional kayaks and crab pots to have access to during the stay. We loved the area and there were recommendations and tons of things to do! One of the best stays on AirBNB we have had!
Home in Kitty Hawk
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsThe Salty Shoebox OBX Oceanfront.
The house was very nice, especially being all one level. The deck is amazing. So relaxing sitting there watching the ocean and sunrises. The furniture and beds were comfortable. It was nice being able to do laundry too. We had no issues during our stay.
Home in Kitty Hawk
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsSale: Waterfront Oasis with Pool & Pets
We loved our stay here! The views were excellent, the beach was close and easily accessible and not crowded, and the house was perfect for getting a few families together. We loved the pool and pool area, especially the hot tub. We would definitely stay here again.
Home in Corolla
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsOceanfront! Private Pool,Views,Elevator,Amenities!
Our stay in Corolla was our first visit to the Outerbanks. It was everything we had hoped for due in part to the great accommodations. We will absolutely be back for another stay.
Home in Kill Devil Hills
5 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsCoastal living at Dock Landing!
This was the perfect home for our girls trip. Cheryl was very responsive. The home was pristine, comfortable, and there was a welcome package upon our arrival. This home is set back away from the busy attractions, so plan on extra travel time to get back to the main road, but it was well worth it. We wished we could have stayed longer to take advantage of using the kayaks, SUP, and hot tub - next time! We would all definitely recommend this great property.
Home in Manteo
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsWaterfront,Pool,Game Room,Beach,DeepWaterAccess
This house was amazing with a huge kitchen and beautiful decks to see the sunset! Easy access to Nags Head beach, downtown Manteo, and fishing at Wanchese Marina and Oregon Inlet. Highly recommend staying here and we hope to do so again!
Home in Nags Head
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsNo Worries- OBX Beach House
I was born and raised just a stone’s throw from the Outer Banks so I’ve coming out for more decades than I care to remember. I’ve stayed in houses from Corolla to Ocracoke and I can honestly say this is the best location I’ve ever found. Great house, well stocked and we had a wonderful stay. Will definitely be back! Thanks Kelly.
Waterfront condo rentals
Condo in Nags Head
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsWB360 - Sunrises to Sunsets
Obsessed! How neat to be above the Kitty Hawk Kite shop! A beautiful spot with the most beautiful views!
Condo in Kill Devil Hills
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsTurtle Tides - Oceanfront Penthouse Retreat
Turtle Tides was an incredible place to stay. It’s by far the best place we’ve stayed in since coming to OBX. The view from the balcony was gorgeous. The home was spacious and felt like home. He provided all the necessary items we needed and it was overall just beautiful. I had one issue with trying to get in the door but it was a user error on my part not pulling the door towards me while I punched the code in. Gene answered right away and helped me and was very nice. We will definitely stay here again and appreciate the photos and description matching exactly to what was posted. Thank you Gene for opening your retreat to us. We loved it!
Condo in Kill Devil Hills
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviewsOceanfront OBX Condo - Suite Caroline
This worked great for our family the host was very quick to respond with anything we needed. The back door was very difficult to open and close to get to the beach but i did tell them about that so hopefully it gets fixed. Overall nice place for a family to stay
Condo in Kill Devil Hills
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsOceanfront Condo; Pool + Stunning Sunrise Views
We had a great stay. The beachfront location is excellent. Really enjoyed the view of the ocean from the balcony. It's close to some very good restaurants. Katie was very responsive.
Condo in Kill Devil Hills
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviewsOceanfront 2BR Renovated Condo Linens Included
We had a wonderful stay! The condo was as pictured and with the private access it was easy and simple to get to the beach access right next to the building. The condo was peaceful and comfortable and the wonderful beach chairs available for use were great! We hated having to leave and hope to return for a stay in the future! Steve and Val and the local manager were great to communicate with and very responsive. Thanks again for a great stay!
Condo in Nags Head
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviewsAtlantic Ocean Front Bliss!
We had a wonderful time staying at this rental. Patrick was extremely responsive. the rental was even bigger than the pictures make it look and we had no problems with space. The unit was clean and had all the amenities we needed. To go along with everything else the unit is perfect distance to the beach. would absolutely recommend this property.
Condo in Kill Devil Hills
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviewsAtlantic Sunrise OCEAN FRONT+POOL Central Location
It was my first time to OBX and I wanted a location on the beach. This condo won me over with the ocean views and how close it was to the beach. Enjoyed the beach closet that had everything we needed for our beach days. The location is centrally located to plenty of shops and restaurants. Had a great time and will be back in the future.
Condo in Manteo
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsIsland View - Waterfront Condo! Fully Updated!
Had a fun and wonderful time here. The location is incredibly peaceful and convenient, the condo is modern / essentially brand new and with touches everywhere, and the host was responsive and friendly throughout our stay. I could not have done better in this area, I’m sure of it. Waterfront was the icing on the cake.
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Nags Head
Total rentals
280 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$60 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
7.1K reviews
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250 properties are a good fit for families
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100 properties allow pets
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180 properties have a pool
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