North Carolina vacation rentals

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North Carolina beach vacation rentals

Guest favorite
Condo in North Topsail Beach
Blue Space - a couples retreat
Feb 11 – 18
$80 per night
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews
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Guesthouse in Bolivia
Serenity by the Sea. Waterfront & Dock w/ Kayaks.
Jun 9 – 16
$78 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews
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Home in Surf City
Sea Forever
Aug 26 – Sep 2
$90 per night
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
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Guest suite in Oak Island
Oak Island beach getaway
Jan 27 – Feb 3
$72 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews
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Home in Surf City
Little House On The Beach
Dec 14 – 21
$312 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
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Apartment in Emerald Isle
Steps from the beach. Newly renovated
Apr 22 – 29
$83 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews
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Home in Kitty Hawk
Venus Studio: Hottub, SUPs, Kayak, Bikes,
Nov 13 – 20
$87 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 370 reviews
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Guest suite in Surf City
Couples Retreat Waterfront
Nov 12 – 19
$100 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

North Carolina fishing vacation rentals

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Guest suite in Roxboro
Mayo Lake Front Spilt Unit: Highend,Clean,Updated
Aug 2 – 9
$89 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews
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Guesthouse in Bath
Big Bay Shanty
Aug 23 – 30
$73 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
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Cabin in Connelly Springs
Connelly Springs cabin on Lake Rhodhiss
Apr 24 – May 1
$94 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews
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Cabin in Lake Lure
The Artful Dodger Getaway Cabin Charming & Unique
Sep 3 – 10
$89 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews
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Home in Trenton
Wallace Meadows Farm Guest House
Dec 12 – 19
$115 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 408 reviews
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Guesthouse in Tuckasegee
Wolf Lake Escape - lake & mountain retreat
Jan 22 – 29
$89 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
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Tiny home in Marion
Dog Friendly Tiny House w/Sauna, Kayaks & Fire
Feb 25 – Mar 4
$115 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 622 reviews
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Tiny home in Topton
Little Red: Romantic Tiny Home w/HotTub + Fire Pit
Feb 14 – 21
$113 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Vacation rentals with pools in North Carolina

Guest favorite
Yurt in Mars Hill
Romantic Yurt, Hot Tub, Farm & Tropical Greenhouse
Jan 22 – 29
$125 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 557 reviews
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Cabin in Maggie Valley
Rustic Retreat w/private spring fed pool & hot tub
Sep 11 – 18
$295 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
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Home in Winston-Salem
Cozy King Blue H2O Staycation , Pool & Hot Tub
Sep 30 – Oct 7
$138 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
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Condo in Emerald Isle
Studio Condo Walking Distance to Beach!
Apr 14 – 21
$115 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
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Condo in Beech Mountain
1st floor Beech Mtn Ski Suite~Pool/Hot Tub/Sauna
Dec 1 – 8
$84 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
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Cottage in Elkin
Maggy’s Place - Destination on Main
Feb 13 – 20
$93 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
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Guesthouse in Carthage
Charming 1 bedroom guesthouse on 4 acres, hot tub
Sep 17 – 24
$117 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews
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Condo in Mars Hill
"au Chalet" - a slice of Switzerland in NC
Jun 3 – 10
$99 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

Your guide to North Carolina

Welcome to North Carolina

North Carolina has a little bit of everything: city life, mountain getaways, coastal fun, the most visited national park in the country, the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether you’re into urban culture or Mother Nature, the state has got you covered. Towns run the gamut from tech hubs like Raleigh to smaller bohemian communities like Asheville. On the Eastern Seaboard, there’s the port city of Wilmington, home to one of North Carolina’s more popular seaside getaways, as well as the rugged Outer Banks, which span more than 100 miles of pristine coastline. And, of course, there’s the largest metropolis, Charlotte, a center for the state’s pro sports franchises as well as the famed Charlotte Motor Speedway. One of the country’s top craft beer destinations, North Carolina also boasts more than 340 breweries and gastropubs.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in North Carolina

Spring and fall are generally the best time to visit North Carolina for guaranteed good weather. Overall, the summers can be hot and humid, while the winters can bring below-freezing temperatures and snow into the more mountainous regions of western North Carolina. The coastal areas are particularly busy during the summers, so book one of the state’s cabin rentals for shoulder season in late spring or early fall if you want to avoid crowds. The annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in July is a great opportunity to come learn about North Carolina’s Scottish heritage.


Top things to do in North Carolina

The Blue Ridge Parkway

The 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway starts in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near the Tennessee-North Carolina border and winds its way northeast into Virginia, offering scenery galore paired with glimpses of Appalachian culture and Cherokee life. Popular stops include Grandfather Mountain and the Mile High Swinging Bridge with its 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains.

Carova Beach

If watching wild horses roam a sandy beach sounds like something out of a fairy tale, then you’ll want to add Carova Beach to your itinerary. The northernmost community in the Outer Banks is accessible only by unpaved beach, and the 100 Corolla wild horses that populate the area are descendants of the Spanish mustangs that arrived by colonial ships in the 1500s. Other herds are scattered throughout the barrier islands. Be sure to keep your distance and never feed the animals.

The Biltmore

The largest home in America looms just outside Asheville. Built in 1895, the 175,000-square-foot mansion once served as the home of George and Edith Vanderbilt. Take in the fascinating history of their railroad dynasty while on a self-guided tour of the 8,000-acre estate, which includes a winery.

Destinations to explore