The tiny, peaceful municipality of Rodanthe in North Carolina is an ideal getaway by the sea for those tourists who like to avoid bigger crowds. For sure, its economy is tourist-driven - with many of its shops and restaurants closing for the winter season before coming alive in spring - but in a town where the off-season population is barely above 250, even in high season it’s going to be a lot less crammed than more renowned seaside resorts. However, what Rodanthe may lack in bright lights and big city attractions is more than compensated by its welcoming feel thanks to cosy restaurants, charming markets and pet-friendly cabins in Outer Banks serving as highlights for visitors. Nearby, you’ll find the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station, once a vital part of the sea-rescue effort but now a museum to the history of maritime rescue. To choose your perfect accommodation, scroll down and read about the best Vrbo vacation rentals near Outer Banks in Rodanthe, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Gone With The Wind (from USD 146)
Looking to stay luxuriously on the sound side of the beach? Book this pet-friendly Vrbo vacation rental near Outer Banks, Rodanthe, and experience a once-in-a-lifetime vacation with picturesque views. Gone With The Wind is a well-lit three-story house with a patio equipped with a lounging area. Inside, the living room is luxuriously furnished with a comfortable couch and a TV. You can also take advantage of the DVD player or pick up a book for entertainment.
Take your loved ones to the game room equipped with a pool table and an arcade to indulge in a friendly competition. Alternatively, spend your weeks here exploring the nearby beaches and their water activities.
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this property was amazing it was a short walk to the beach and located right on the sound
2. Triple Fins (from USD 136)
This expansive beach cottage rental near Outer Banks is the best place to stay during your trip to North Carolina. Perfect for a large group of friends, the luxurious house is equipped with seven TVs and two DVD players for entertainment. Meanwhile, the indoor kitchen has all the modern amenities so that you can indulge your inner chef. The spacious outdoor area also has a seating space and a charcoal barbecue grill for enjoying family luncheons.
The vacation home is pet friendly, but do note that additional charges will apply.
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clean place and would stay here againpool was nice clean and ready but didnt use due to weatherHost:
great staff and nice bay sunset viewsRead more reviewsLocation:
good location short 1 min walk to beachwe loved staying here it was a quick walk to the beach and was conveniently locatedthe house itself is huge with tons of room the location is great so close to the beach
3. Cape Cod-style home with sound views (from USD 210)
This accommodation will be just the ticket for diverse travelling groups, with enough space for eight people and the right facilities for multiple generations of a family. The master bed and bathroom are fully accessible for all ranges of mobility, while the rest of the house is filled with pleasant nooks and crannies where relaxation and fun are never far away. An enclosed porch (complete with foosball table) is served by heat and, in the early autumn, prices fall while still permitting you the chance to enjoy the end of the tourist season.
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The deck with the sunset view was outstandingThe game room was an added bonusThe kitchen was well stocked for cooking and servingthe kitchen was stocked with everything I neededThe beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we neededCleanliness:
It is super clean and spaciousWe were extremely impressed with how clean and beautiful the house wasHouse was very clean and having the sheets and towels there made one less thing we needed to worry about bringing with usThe house had everything we neededHost:
The owner was very quick to respond to all of my questions before the trip Beach access was also very closegreat home for the six of uswell maintained and very spaciousThe house is very nice and we are grateful to the owners who answered all of our questions in a timely manner Already making preparations for next yearThe beach had very few people and so clean Property is lovely and was very nice for a family Would definitely love to come backRead more reviewsLocation:
Loved this property and locationThe location is perfect walking distance to public beach access to grocery store and to restaurants The beach chairs were so nice5 min walk or 1 minLoved the little store across the street and the beach access was very closeThe beach is right across the street Mary H connellsville pa
4. Luxurious haven (from USD 491)
Usually, when people say that a major attraction is right on their doorstep, it’s hyperbole - but if you stay at this capacious house you’ll find that the beach really is right outside the back door! That’s just one of the attractions awaiting the up to 13 people who can stay in this house rental near Outer Banks at a given time. Along with the five bedrooms, four-storey elevator and top-level landing (which is perfect for whale-watching), you’ll also find plenty of entertainment options including a furnished media lounge and foosball table. Best of all, the house even has its own hot tub!
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(living room kitchen & entertainment room)The deck views are wonderful on all three levels and the top deck furniture is greatright in front of youThe kitchen is so well stocked that you never have a need for anythingThe game room was a wonderful additionCleanliness:
the details were done to perfection andvery clean and tasteful with many conveniencesIt's location and proximity to the beach cannot be beatHost:
The owner was so good to work withWe traveled in rainy weather and the owner made us feel so warm and welcomed when we arrived hereCheryl was an outstanding host and was attentive to all our needsWe appreciated the games books DVDs that were providedNice and spacious BeautifulRead more reviewsLocation:
What an incredible house and the best location on the Island Cheryl was great to deal with from day one Would love to stay here every summerThe Rodanthe Pier was about 100 yards away and a great backdropWalking the shore to pick up seashells was a daily treatMother Nature even cooperated where we had a full beach day on Friday after Thanksgiving with the temps around 70The house itself is lovely with every amenity supplied:
5. Lovely beach cottage best for families (from USD 276)
This excellent beach cottage is everything you could want from a seaside accommodation. It’s close to a wealth of attractions, and the owners provide a full list of what you can find where. The house has been built on an angle designed to give the absolute optimal views of the sea, and you’re also close by to where the Wright Brothers tested their first plane at Jockey’s Ridge - a memorial to the brothers can also be found there. You have all the kitchen space and gear you could need to make a delicious meal, or you can visit one of the many nearby restaurants for excellent fresh seafood.
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the view was breathtaking from the living room to say nothing of the view when outsidekitchen is fully stocked with supplies great room has plenty of books dvds and comfy furniturewe loved that the house had a fully equipped kitchenthe property was perfect for our stay kitchen was well stocked with equipmentCleanliness:
everything worked well and it was very cleanthe house was clean and had great seating for everyoneHost:
the owners have wonderful taste in decoratingthe owners are very attentive and a joy to deal withwe had great recommendations from the owners on restaurants both near and a little fartherRead more reviewsLocation:
it's location to the ocean was perfect with the beach mere yards awaythe location was perfect for easy access to the beach at the end of a quiet streetexcellent house and great location steps from the beach and a great viewthe location was nice (albeit not 100% on the beach like some pictures seem)
6. Enormous house with a private pool (from USD 749)
This accommodation is likely to be big enough for any visiting party, given that it’s built to accommodate 26 people. Perfect for large (extended) family gatherings, it offers 12 bedrooms, 11.5 bathrooms, and a great room large enough for everyone.
There is a private pool and hot tub, a games room with a pool table and a wet bar, and an outdoor Captain’s Watch area that will offer some of the finest views you could wish for. All in all, the cottage rental in Rodanthe is well worth getting everyone together for a break you’ll never forget.
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Just be aware they only provide 1 roll of toilet paper for 13 bathrooms After 10 hour drive with 17 people went fastRead more reviewsLocation:
Enjoyed every minute of being in the homeOtherwise everything was great and well worth renting
7. Waterfront retreat with a modern kitchen
On one side of the Sky Club, you can find the Pamlico sound, famed for its fishing opportunities and its aquatic sports options - with island-hopping a distinct possibility. On the other, you’re a short distance from the Atlantic Ocean. This newly-renovated beach house is a luxurious spot where you can kick back, enjoy food cooked in the modern kitchen, and enjoy the one-storey, four-bedroom living arrangement that means no-one’s hidden away upstairs. Bikes and paddleboards are laid on for more active travelling parties.
25.79 km (16.1 mi) from Bodie Island LighthouseAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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Comfortable open space on 1 floor made it easy for our kids 1 and upEverything was fine Got stranded due to Hwy 12 being closed due to high tides butPack your swimsuit and breathe in the relaxation because Mark has taken care of everything else for youThe house is set back off the water a bit and has its own private beachIt had everything we needed to have a great vacationCleanliness:
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Everyone in the area was friendlyThe owner Mark checked in with us at arrival and once during the week to make sure all was wellwow When we walked through the doorThe owner is very responsive and wanted to make sure we enjoyed our stayMark was very gracious and accommodating unlike some other rental owners that we heard aboutRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is great for sight seeing if you are not a beach loverWe had a perfect summer vacation at this beautiful property with private access to Pamlico sound and which is within minute walking distance of the ocean beachesOur first impression of Sky Club:There is a nice sandy area for accessing the soundOf course we loved using kayaks and paddle boards exploring the sound
8. Pet-friendly beach cottage with a wraparound porch
Up to eight guests can enjoy this impressive beach cottage right next to the Chicamacomico Life Saving Station, which has been furnished in a charming, maritime theme very much in keeping with the surroundings. Served by a magnificent wraparound porch, you have no shortage of options for relaxation among the sea air. The kitchen is excellently equipped, with its centrepiece a high-topped table seating up to ten people. You could, alternatively, take your meals out to the picnic table on the deck, or relax in the charming Adirondack chairs.
26.22 km (16.3 mi) from Bodie Island LighthouseAccommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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The hot tub on the balcony is greatVery comfortable Enough space for eating and relaxing Two bedrooms and bath on each side of the living areaAll beds were comfortable and there were plenty of linens/pillowsKitchen had all the amenities that you would need Loved our view of the ocean right from our LR and deck and the easy walk to the oceanWe enjoyed using the big table for meals and loved the ocean view from the deckHost:
The owner was very responsive to any problems we hadWe loved that we could have our dog with usLoved hearing the ocean waves crashing Very close to the beach Thank YouWe had a nice relaxing time during our honeymoon Very close to the beach and a nice quiet areaand they came and serviced the hot tub and also came back later in the week to make sure everything was still goodRead more reviewsLocation:
Really enjoyed this little houseHad steamed spiced blue crabs from a local seafood market another nightThe location was amazing just a few steps to a quiet beachLoved the area loved the houseNear enough to restaurants etc
Rodanthe will leave its mark on you in the best way
The joys of Rodanthe are clear from just a quick look. It’s the kind of getaway that really does take you out of the hustle and bustle and lets you enjoy the fresh sea air, the peace and quiet and the close-knit community feel. Whether you want to travel out and do some island-hopping or just relax in an Airbnb tiny house, you can because Rodanthe has it all.
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