Explore vacation rentals in Outer Banks, NC, and discover the beauty of America's first National Seashore and the place where the English first tried to settle in the New World. These barrier islands may have a rich history but your experiences will feel anything but old. Stroll along golden beaches that stretch for miles, hike in national and state parks, enjoy unique shopping and diverse dining. Or for a one-of-a-kind adventure, you can discover one of many shipwreck diving sites!

FlipKey has more than 1,500 rentals in OBX to call “home” for a few days, or a week or two. Condo rentals are a more personal alternative to a hotel and offer similar amenities such as swimming pools and hot tubs. Bring your extended family together in one of our larger Outer Banks vacation rentals, perfect for creating shared memories while allowing everyone their own space. Or check out groups of cozy cottages around a shared courtyard – an OBX vacation staple. If oceanfront living is more your style, FlipKey also has hundreds of beach rentals in Outer Banks for gorgeous sea views. Press the reset button with some downtime on one of the most beautiful coastlines in North Carolina.

Whether you're in need of a relaxing break or want to indulge your taste for adventure, FlipKey's vacation rentals in OBX are close to plenty of amazing outdoor experiences and tourist attractions. Head to Jockey's Ridge and hike to the top of the East Coast's highest sand dune to watch a one-of-a-kind sunset. Climb the tallest brick lighthouse in America at Cape Hatteras. Experience what life at sea was like aboard Elizabeth II, a historic 16th-century sailing vessel docked at the Roanoke Island Festival Park. Hop a charter boat for the Gulf Stream and go after world-class game fish, or enjoy "Outer Banks Catch" the easy way at one of OBX's many locally-owned restaurants. Or simply soak up the relaxing vibes at America's first national seashore at Cape Hatteras.

You can browse thousands of reviews and guest photos on FlipKey to help you book the perfect Outer Banks vacation rental. From oceanfront villas to cozy cottages, we have some of the best properties OBX has to offer. Who knows what you'll find? The only thing we're certain of is that you won't want to leave!