Kitty Hawk vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Kitty Hawk

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Guest favorite

Townhouse in Kitty Hawk

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 288 reviews

"Chez Denise," Just a short distance to the Beach!

Welcome to "Chez Denise" in beautiful Kitty Hawk, NC, the birthplace of modern aviation. Our family offers a charming 2 bedroom townhouse at "Ocean Winds" set in a residential area. Our decor is a little "touch" of Paris in the spring! 0.4 of a mile from a large beach access.  You could walk or park there and use the public bathhouse. Within a half mile area: restaurants, places of worship, a convenience store, post office and our favorite tackle shop! New kitchen appliances! UV Airscrubber!

Oct 22 – 29

$102 per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Kitty Hawk

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews

Bethany's Joy King Suite in Southern Shores

Please read our 275 5-star Super Hosts reviews since 2017! Ranked in top 30 Airbnbs in North Carolina in 2022. Extra clean for every guest. King bed. Private hot tub spa. Situated between Duck and Kitty Hawk and close to lots of beach fun. Retreat is a 3-room private apartment with a 2nd floor porch and private entrance. Walk to the ocean in 15 minutes or drive and park in 5. Perfect for couple's getaway. Ninety-five percent occupancy for rentable days with all 5-star reviews in 2023!

May 6 – 13

$135 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Kitty Hawk

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Heathsville OBX - 100 steps to the beach!

100% of guests gave this a 5-star rating! OBX quick getaway - Heathsville OBX is a private suite 100 feet to the beach. Accommodates up to two. Clean and cozy space, all you need to do is bring your bathing suit and change of clothes, everything else for the beach is furnished. Not only enjoy the beach, but enjoy the clubhouse with pool, hot tub, ping pong, pool table, weight room, video games, tennis, pickle ball, racketball courts (hosts have rackets, tennis balls/racketballs).

Feb 11 – 18

$100 per night

Popular amenities for Kitty Hawk vacation rentals

Stay near Kitty Hawk's top sights

Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk5 locals recommend
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant184 locals recommend
Harris Teeter137 locals recommend
Art's Place161 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter60 locals recommend
Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar104 locals recommend

Kitty Hawk beach vacation rentals

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Kitty Hawk

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

Argyles Too! A brand new Loft Efficiency

Jan 30 – Feb 6

$102 per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Manteo

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews

La Vida Isla Guesthouse

Nov 25 – Dec 2

$100 per night
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Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviews

The Sportsman Cottage, across from Avalon Pier!

Nov 25 – Dec 2

$95 per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Kill Devil Hills

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Little Bali on Avalon, Family & Pet Friendly

Sep 30 – Oct 7

$105 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 288 reviews

A Charming Outer Banks Cottage+Bikes+Firepit+Grill

Dec 31 – Jan 7

$89 per night
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Guest suite in Kitty Hawk

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Private & Spacious Couple's Beach Getaway

Sep 5 – 12

$132 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Post Flight (Bikes, SUP, Canoe, Prime Location)

Apr 2 – 9

$74 per night
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Apartment in Kitty Hawk

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 332 reviews

Beach retreat/ family & friends. Central location

Nov 7 – 14

$122 per night
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Guest suite in Nags Head

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

Close to BEACH “Immaculate & Peaceful” Cove Studio

Nov 1 – 8

$88 per night
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Guest suite in Kill Devil Hills

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

Westside Suite

Apr 9 – 16

$76 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 459 reviews

Cooper's Suite Charity - SPCA Supporters/Donators

Jan 6 – 13

$102 per night
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Guest suite in Kill Devil Hills

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Modern Beach Studio Outer Banks

Sep 14 – 21

$123 per night

Kitty Hawk house rentals

Guest favorite

Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Cozy Beach Efficiency! Bright&Cute!

Jul 27 – Aug 3

$122 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Kitty Hawk

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

The Salty Shoebox OBX Oceanfront.

Oct 16 – 23

$325 per night
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Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Beach Front Condo w/Indoor Pool & Hot tub!

Dec 29 – Jan 5

$161 per night
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Home in Manteo

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Ruby's Getaway

Sep 18 – 25

$110 per night
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Home in Nags Head

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

The Deep Blue

Apr 13 – 20

$118 per night
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Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

OBX~Ocean~Sunset~Path~Free Bike~Dogs OK~Fire Pit

Sep 30 – Oct 7

$133 per night
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Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Waterfront Cottage With 180 Degree Views!!

Nov 11 – 18

$274 per night
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Home in Kitty Hawk

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Tidepool Offers Top-Shelf Style and Privacy

Oct 21 – 28

$425 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Kitty Hawk

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Waterfront 2 bedroom/dock access/2 bikes

Oct 17 – 24

$326 per night
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Home in Kill Devil Hills

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews

Private Master suite, Hot tub and Courtyard

Feb 11 – 18

$165 per night
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Home in Nags Head

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

BEACH BARN mp 10.5 including YMCA privileges!

Apr 10 – 17

$119 per night
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Home in Southern Shores

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews

Pelican's Way - Oceanfront Home

Jan 29 – Feb 5

$500 per night

Kitty Hawk cottage rentals

Guest favorite

Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Beach House with Private Hot tub & Firepit!

Oct 27 – Nov 3

$143 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Across- the- Marsh Cottage

Nov 11 – 18

$149 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Hillcrest Hideaway

Sep 6 – 13

$143 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Semi-Oceanfront cottage for couples*Pets stay free

Sep 16 – 23

$299 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Manteo

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews

Croatan Sound Cottage, Peaceful with Great Views!

Feb 3 – 10

$117 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Manteo

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Under the Oak Cottage

Oct 30 – Nov 6

$131 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Manteo

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Crews Cottage on Roanoke Island (Outer Banks, NC)

Oct 26 – Nov 2

$131 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Serendipity OBX:Oceanside Cottage on the Beach Rd

Jan 13 – 20

$186 per night
Superhost

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Seaside Bungalow

Dec 5 – 12

$313 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Kitty Hawk

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

PAPA SURF

Sep 1 – 8

$125 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Southern Shores

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Modern Surf Bungalow**Steps to the beach

May 15 – 22

$402 per night
Superhost

Cottage in Kill Devil Hills

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 327 reviews

A Swell Kept Secret ~from a long time SuperHost !

Feb 1 – 8

$129 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Kitty Hawk

Total rentals

590 properties

Rentals with a pool

270 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

160 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

420 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

26K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$40 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Kitty Hawk

Introduction

Made famous by the Wright Brothers, whose celebrated flight put the area on the map in 1903, Kitty Hawk’s place in history often precedes its reputation as a quiet beach town. For the 3,500 people who live here, and those who’ve made the visit, it’s so much more than a landmark. As one of North Carolina’s barrier islands known collectively as the Outer Banks (or OBX), Kitty Hawk is a traditional seaside village with generous beach access, a small residential community supporting mom-and-pop businesses, and a vast forest reserve. The reasons the Wrights chose the area for their flight experiments — soft, sandy beaches; gentle hills; frequent breezes — make Kitty Hawk ideal for taking in the natural scenery, and welcome visitors to experience its local culture year-round.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kitty Hawk

Kitty Hawk experiences a humid subtropical climate due to its position along the Gulf Stream. This means that there is little variance in precipitation from season to season, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. During the summer, the heat index can push temperatures to 88 degrees Fahrenheit, though Kitty Hawk’s naturally breezy air brings some welcome relief. During winter, temperatures seldom drop below the upper 30s, and typically hover in the 50s. The entire Outer Banks region is susceptible to hurricanes during tropical storm season (midsummer to early fall), so if you’re planning to book one of the area’s vacation rentals during this time, pay especially close attention to local weather forecasts, and keep a close eye on storm systems developing in the Gulf.


Top things to do in Kitty Hawk

Southern Shores

For decades, this area — which blends into Kitty Hawk’s northern border — was considered part of Kitty Hawk. It wasn’t until a land-parcel purchase in the 1940s that Southern Shores began to develop an identity of its own. These days, it’s a popular stopover thanks to its wonderfully quiet beaches, and quaint restaurants and shops.

Kill Devil Hills

Just south of Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills is a lively beach town lauded for its sandy beach, wealth of watersports (surfing and kiteboarding are particularly popular, given the wind), and nightlife. Most famously, Kill Devil Hills marks the spot where Orville and Wilbur Wright took their first successful flight, commemorated by the large Wright Brothers National Memorial in the heart of town.

Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve

More than half of Kitty Hawk’s geographical area comprises the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve, an 1,890-acre maritime forest along the western border of the town. The topography varies from deciduous forest to freshwater wetlands, with plenty of critters — racoons, owls, river otters — to spot in between.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there vacation rentals near Kitty Hawk's top attractions?

    You're in luck! Stay at the heart of it all with our vacation rentals near Kitty Hawk's top attractions. We offer over 4,740 vacation rentals near TRIO, over 4,600 vacation rentals near Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant, over 4,390 vacation rentals near Art''s Place, and over 4,740 vacation rentals near TRIO Restaurant & Market, and so much more! Experience the best of Kitty Hawk right on your doorstep.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Kitty Hawk?

    Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in Kitty Hawk. From over 250 house rentals to over 50 cottage rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Kitty Hawk?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 270 vacation rentals in Kitty Hawk featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Kitty Hawk?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Kitty Hawk. Choose from more than 160 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Kitty Hawk?

    Experience the best of Kitty Hawk with our house rentals, starting at about $50 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there Kitty Hawk house rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 80 house rentals with pools in Kitty Hawk, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

  • Do house rentals in Kitty Hawk have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 120 house rentals with self check-in in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Kitty Hawk have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 170 house rentals with a bbq area in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Kitty Hawk?

    Kitty Hawk has more than 230 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

  • Do townhouse rentals in Kitty Hawk have a gym?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 townhouse rentals with a gym in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

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