NC Beach House Rentals

Browse more than 50 NC beach house rentals in Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Bald Head Island. The collection includes oceanfront homes, soundfront homes, properties near beach access, and spacious vacation houses for families and groups.

Use the search filters above to select your dates, group size, location, and preferred amenities. Review each listing for availability, photos, sleeping arrangements, rental policies, and property-specific features.

These North Carolina beach house rentals include options for couples, families, and larger groups. Some houses accommodate up to 20 guests and include multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, and indoor or outdoor dining spaces.



Ocean view from the deck of an NC beach house rental
Why Rent A North Carolina Beach House?

A private beach house gives your group room to spend time together while still having separate bedrooms and living areas. Many homes include full kitchens, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, washers and dryers, outdoor showers, and decks or porches. Several also have large living rooms, dining areas, and other spaces designed for families and groups.

Select NC beach vacation homes also offer:

  • Private beach access

  • Ocean, sound, waterway, lagoon, or marsh views

  • Grills

  • Elevators

  • Golf carts

  • EV chargers

  • Dedicated workspaces

  • Pet-friendly accommodations

  • Club membership options

Amenities vary by property. Additional fees and restrictions may apply to pet-friendly rentals, club memberships, and other select features.

Beach Houses in Coastal North Carolina

Choose a rental based on its location, setting, and proximity to the beach:

  • Wrightsville Beach house rentals include homes near the ocean, sound, and Intracoastal Waterway. Some properties include rentals on the north and south ends of the island.

  • Carolina Beach house rentals include properties near Carolina Beach Pier, Freeman Park, and the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

  • Kure Beach house rentals can be found by selecting Kure Beach in the location filters above.

  • Bald Head Island house rentals include properties near beaches, golf, island clubs, lagoons, and maritime forests. Some Bald Head Island homes include golf carts for getting around the island.

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Review the available North Carolina beach house rentals above to compare locations, bedroom layouts, occupancy limits, and amenities. If you have questions about a property, contact Intracoastal Rentals for assistance.


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Enjoy this vacation home located steps away from the quiet beachfront. Watch the spectacular sunsets on the Cape Fear River from one of the many decks or relax in the large living area. For an additional fee, you can enjoy golf, tennis, and pools through temporary Bald Head Island Club membership. Sleeps 8 (max.). 4 bedrooms (1K-1Q-1Q-2T). 3 full
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House - Ocean View -
Rating 5 (4)
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 8 guests
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Top location on Wrightsville Beach for a family beach and boat vacation on quiet, peaceful South Lumina. Amazing ocean and sound views from 4 decks. The beach access is a 5 minute walk down the street, and the house also has a private, calm beach at the sound side dock with your deep-water boat slip and gazebo on Banks Channel. The dock is a great
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House - Ocean View -
Rating 4.7 (54)
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 baths
Guests 12 guests
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Blue Water is an incredible pet friendly home on the North end of Carolina Beach and is the perfect place for your family’s next vacation. This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath house boasts multiple areas for gathering, an elevator that reaches every level, and is meticulously decorated to offer the very best of coastal elegance!The ground level of the property
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House Sound View
Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 15 guests
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Open and beachy 5 bedroom house on the south end, perfect for your family! Enjoy a morning coffee or evening meal on the spacious porch. Quick walk to the public beach access, or public sound access. On the ground floor you have a living room and a full size fridge! Downstairs there are two bedrooms, each with a queen size bed. There is also a ful
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House - Interior Island -
Rating 4.9 (14)
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Guests 10 guests
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One of the best values on Bald Head Island — ideally located on the golf course with sweeping, well-maintained views of Old Baldy Lighthouse and the peaceful lagoon. This spacious, meticulously cared-for home offers bright, comfortable living areas, two primary suites, and a fun kids’ bedroom with a fenced backyard — perfect for families. Enjoy mor
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House - Golf Course -
Rating 4.1 (11)
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 9 guests
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Sound and Sea is a wonderful 3 bedroom beach cottage located on the quieter side of Wrightsville Beach's South end. The home features tons of space for family gatherings, and easy access to both the sound and ocean!The ground level of the home has one bedroom with a queen size bed, and a shared full bathroom with walk in shower. There's also a larg
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House Sound View
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Guests 8 guests
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Located in Middle Island, MissElayne' ous", offers stunning ocean and marsh views, direct beach access and a home lay-out perfect for families and friends. Only minutes from the Shoals Club, the private Middle Island community offers a quiet surroundings and a haven all to itself on Bald Head Island. An open floor plan with plenty of room for gath
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House - Ocean Front -
Rating 5 (1)
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 12 guests
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Come and enjoy this unique and spacious oceanfront home. Completely renovated in 2019, the Laing house is perfect for the ultimate family get away and reunion! The six bedrooms and six baths allow plenty of room for all generations. Two full kitchens will make vacation a breeze for those who love to cook, and those who need an extra fridge! There a
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House - Ocean Front -
Rating 4.5 (20)
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 baths
Guests 16 guests
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Get ready to kick back and enjoy a piece of Wrightsville Beach history at the Dolphin House! A long time rental that has been enjoyed by families for decades and just joined our rental program, this classic beach cottage is filled with charm and sits directly on Little Lollipop Bay. With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, tons of deck space, and a private s
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House - Sound Front -
Rating 5 (1)
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 8 guests
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Escape to Beacon Point Inn on Bald Head Island, NC. A 7-bedroom water view compound featuring a main house and annex. The Main House, Beacon Point Inn, features five bedrooms, while the annex, Lightkeeper's Cottage, offers two bedrooms. Summer Rental of this home is available at the property called Beacon Point Inn and Keeper's Cottage Summer Ren
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House - Ocean View -
Rating 5 (2) Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 18 guests
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With tasteful touches of the old and the new, C Street Classic is a perfect blend of modern elegance and a classic Wrightsville Beach cottage. The house is centrally located on the island and is just a few steps away from all the best attractions Wrightsville has to offer! The main floor of the home holds the living room, dining room, kitchen, and
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House Ocean View
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 baths
Half Bathroom 1 Half bath
Guests 12 guests
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*The property has been raised to allow for parking under the building. Exterior and lower unit pictures are accurate, and new interior photos of the upper unit are coming soon!*Nathans Cottage is old beach charm, with rocking chairs on the front porch and views of the ocean and Banks Channel from the upstairs unit. The cottage is a duplex with a 3
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House Sound View
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 baths
Guests 13 guests
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NC Beach House Rental FAQs


Are oceanfront beach houses available?

Yes. The collection includes oceanfront rentals as well as homes with ocean, sound, waterway, lagoon, or marsh views. Check each property’s location details before booking.

Are any beach houses pet-friendly?

Select rentals allow pets. Review the individual property’s pet policy for fees, weight limits, and other restrictions before booking.

What amenities are available?

Amenities vary by property. Features found across many homes include kitchens, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, laundry facilities, outdoor showers, and decks or porches. Select homes also offer grills, elevators, golf carts, EV chargers, dedicated workspaces, or private beach access.

Are there NC beach houses for large groups?

Yes. Several properties accommodate 10 or more guests and have multiple bedrooms, large dining areas, and gathering spaces. Use the guest and bedroom filters to narrow the available rentals.