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1. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
Wilmington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Perfect area, very clean"
United States
Victoria
The price is CA $113
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

2. The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations
3.5 star property
Hatteras
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (304 reviews)
"Great! Much nicer than we needed for a place to sleep before we got on the ferry to Ocracoke in the morning - but it was a great price so we couldn’t pass it up! Would stay here again."
United States
Alexa
The price is CA $112
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

3. Welcoming Hooks Hideaway-The Cabin on the Albemarle Sound

Welcoming Hooks Hideaway-The Cabin on the Albemarle Sound
Columbia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great views and accommodations. "
United States
Joshua
The price is CA $260
CA $651 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Welcoming Hooks Hideaway-The Cabin on the Albemarle Sound

4. Hanby Hideaway~ Cottages @ Kure ~ Beach, Fishing, Pool, Walk to Pier

Hanby Hideaway~ Cottages @ Kure ~ Beach, Fishing, Pool, Walk to Pier
Kure Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay, it was very quiet and near everything we walked most of the time, it was very clean and the host was very nice she left us snacks and waters which we appreciated lol I do recommend this place it was a much needed relaxing trip 10 outta 10"
United States
Richard
The price is CA $132
CA $261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hanby Hideaway~ Cottages @ Kure ~ Beach, Fishing, Pool, Walk to Pier

5. Oceanfront 1BR Condo – First Floor, Sleeps 4, Unbeatable Views & Location!

Oceanfront 1BR Condo – First Floor, Sleeps 4, Unbeatable Views & Location!
North Topsail Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (174 reviews)
"The room was spotless, and the view was absolutely breathtaking. Our host was incredibly responsive and provided us with sheets for the pull-out bed, as well as extra blankets since we had kids. This was undoubtedly our best stay along our trip."
United States
Kassee
The price is CA $112
CA $428 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Oceanfront 1BR Condo – First Floor, Sleeps 4, Unbeatable Views & Location!

6. Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!

Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!
Long Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (77 reviews)
"Family had a blast!"
United States
perkcg
The price is CA $49
CA $645 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!

7. Prime Location 1 Bedroom 1 Bath!

Prime Location 1 Bedroom 1 Bath!
Carolina Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"This place was perfect for a couple! Had just what we needed for our extended weekend stay!"
United States
Gracie C.
The price is CA $100
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Prime Location 1 Bedroom 1 Bath!

8. OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
Carolina Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (554 reviews)
"This property was perfect for my husband and I. It was clean, on the first floor and a few feet from the beach. We had a wonderful time and hope to come back in the fall."
United States
Patricia
The price is CA $140
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

9. No Cleaning Fee! Brand New Double Queen Studio Condo w/ Waterfront Pool + Beach

No Cleaning Fee! Brand New Double Queen Studio Condo w/ Waterfront Pool + Beach
Southport
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Very quiet area but close to downtown"
United States
janet
The price is CA $176
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
No Cleaning Fee! Brand New Double Queen Studio Condo w/ Waterfront Pool + Beach

10. Cozy condo with water views and short walk to the beach

Cozy condo with water views and short walk to the beach
Ocean Isle Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great little place for a weekend girls trip. Clean and comfortable."
United States
Ashley T.
The price is CA $146
CA $413 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Cozy condo with water views and short walk to the beach

11. Private treetop suite in Kitty Hawk Coastal Preserve

Private treetop suite in Kitty Hawk Coastal Preserve
Kitty Hawk
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"We absolutely loved this place and highly recommend it. The location was perfect and the price was simply unbeatable. Very private setting in a quaint little loft above the garage with everything we needed."
United States
Richard
The price is CA $85
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Private treetop suite in Kitty Hawk Coastal Preserve

12. StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
3.0 star property
Winnabow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"New clean hotel in a nice area near several restaurants and stores"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $118
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
StudioRes by Marriott Leland

13. Saltwater Suites

Saltwater Suites
2.5 star property
Surf City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"The room was decorated beautifully. It was spacious. It was absolutely clean beautifully clean nice neighborhood nice area, easy check-in, easy checkout. I’ll definitely be returning and I would definitely recommend someone to stay there."
United States
Bridgette
The price is CA $245
CA $474 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Saltwater Suites

14. Secluded Tiny Home Only Minutes To ☀️ 🏝 Topsail Island, NC 🏝☀️

Secluded Tiny Home Only Minutes To ☀️ 🏝 Topsail Island, NC 🏝☀️
Hampstead
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"The place was well kept and close to the beach. Very cozy get away"
United States
Katie H.
The price is CA $190
CA $334 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Secluded Tiny Home Only Minutes To ☀️ 🏝 Topsail Island, NC 🏝☀️

15. Ground floor In-Law Suite. Pet friendly with large fenced in backyard.

Ground floor In-Law Suite. Pet friendly with large fenced in backyard.
Carolina Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Great area, perfect for a smaller family or couple looking to get away for the weekend"
United States
Braxton
The price is CA $125
CA $331 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Ground floor In-Law Suite. Pet friendly with large fenced in backyard.

16. Summer Sands- Isle Be Back Room 203

Summer Sands- Isle Be Back Room 203
Wrightsville Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Perfect location, so easy, beautiful updates. Will stay again ! "
United States
Christine J.
The price is CA $150
CA $302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Summer Sands- Isle Be Back Room 203

17. OBX~Sunset View~Gazebo~Bike Path~Walk to Beach~Free Bikes & Kayaks~Super Clean!!

OBX~Sunset View~Gazebo~Bike Path~Walk to Beach~Free Bikes & Kayaks~Super Clean!!
Kill Devil Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (143 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald K.
The price is CA $109
CA $273 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
OBX~Sunset View~Gazebo~Bike Path~Walk to Beach~Free Bikes & Kayaks~Super Clean!!

18. Private Retreat Minutes away from the beach and downtown.

Private Retreat Minutes away from the beach and downtown.
Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Clean, cozy, and in a neighborhood that is safe to walk even before dawn."
United States
Sheri B.
The price is CA $134
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Private Retreat Minutes away from the beach and downtown.

19. Private room with separate entrance & private parking with your secluded space.

Private room with separate entrance & private parking with your secluded space.
Wilmington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"It was good"
United States
Jonah K.
The price is CA $99
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Private room with separate entrance & private parking with your secluded space.

20. Cheerful 2-bedroom Edenton bungalow getaway

Cheerful 2-bedroom Edenton bungalow getaway
Edenton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
lindsay m.
The price is CA $190
CA $347 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Cheerful 2-bedroom Edenton bungalow getaway
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Coastal North Carolina. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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