Close to the sea, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and enjoy a short 5-minute walk to Corolla Beach, or easily tackle the quick 6-minute drive to Currituck Beach.

Spend a day at the nearby beach, relax by the communal pool, or sip a drink in the hot tub of this 3000-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at billiards, or enjoy the WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

A BBQ grill, a fireplace, air conditioning, and an office are featured at this 7-bedroom, 8-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and towels. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, cookware, and a toaster. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.