Apr 25, 2022 - Things to Do

6 beachfront Airbnbs near Raleigh for summer vacation

A-Frame Sun Shack. Photo courtesy of Airbnb

Plan your summer beach trip with six Airbnb abodes, all less than a three-hour drive from Raleigh.

1. Ocean View Condo at Carolina Beach

This top floor condo offers an incredible view of the ocean while being a short walk away from the beach.

  • Location: Carolina Beach
  • Features: Swimming pool, free parking, large deck overlooking the ocean
  • Space: 4 guests, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • Cost: $150 per night
Ocean View Condo
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Ocean view condo interior
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2. The Loft

This NY-style penthouse is just steps from the beach.

  • Location: Wrightsville Beach
  • Features: Free parking, beach access, fully renovated
  • Space: 5 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • Cost: $303 per night
Outside of condo at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina.
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Living room area in condo at Wrightsville Beach
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3. Atlantic Beach Cottage

This cottage is just a block from Atlantic Beach access and complete with a screened front porch, an open deck and grill, full kitchen and flatscreen TVs.

  • Location: Atlantic Beach
  • Features: Dog-friendly, free parking, grill, washer and dryer
  • Space: 6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • Cost: $153 per night
Living room area in cottage at Atlantic Beach, North Carolina.
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Kitchen and dining area in cottage at Atlantic Beach, North Carolina.
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4. Second-Row Cottage at Topsail Beach

Do your beach vacation right in this spacious home with panoramic views, covered porches, and beach-themed interior. It's a short walk from the water.

  • Location: Topsail Beach
  • Features: Sun decks front and back with furniture, enclosed outside shower, gas grill, free parking
  • Space: 8 guests, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • Cost: $362 per night
Topsail Beach Airbnb
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Topsail interior
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5. A-Frame Sun Shack

This comfy duplex on Carolina Beach is located a very short walk to the beach, local restaurants and the boardwalk.

  • Location: Carolina Beach
  • Features: Pets allowed, free parking, fully stocked kitchen
  • Space: 6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • Cost: $458 per night
a frame shack exterior
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inside shack
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6. Lumina by the Sea Retreat

This intimate Wrightsville home is the quintessential romantic getaway rental.

  • Location: Wrightsville Beach
  • Features: Free driveway parking with electric vehicle charger, beach cruiser bikes available
  • Space: 2 guests, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
  • Cost: $246 per night
Exterior of beach house
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Lumina Wrightsville Beach
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