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The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a popular destination for families; each year brings thousands of visitors to the thin strip of coast for weeks of sun, fun, and activity. While many motels are seen along Currituck and Dare counties, unless you make reservations well in advance chances are you will see only “No Vacancy” signs as you drive. The best alternative, especially for an extended stay, is to rent a home on the beach.

The advantage of Outer Banks Rentals is the freedom it provides the family, to say nothing of added amenities one won’t find in a simple motel. Many of the vacation rentals in the area are equipped with high-end furnishings and large bedrooms. A family of four or five will be able to stay more comfortably in a rental, with each child enjoying a private room while the parents may enjoy their own solitude. Taking into consideration that pets are part of the family, a check with an area rental agent will determine which vacation homes allow dogs and cats to stay on premises.

Many vacation rentals here come with outdoor grills, so that guest may enjoy a sunset cookout rather than wait in long lines at area restaurants. Nearby grocery stores offer the essentials, but for a classy dining experience one may also visit Bacchus Wine and Cheese in Currituck or the Knotts Island Market for gourmet items. Frog Island Seafood Company sells the best of the Chesapeake Bay, so families can enjoy an old fashioned fish fry or crab boil on the deck of their vacation home.

People with disabilities who wish to visit the beach will find that a vacation rental is more to their advantage. Many homes along the Currituck and southern shores are equipped with wide doors and elevators, allowing for simple access for the wheelchair-bound. As many of the rentals in the Outer Banks are situated above garages (keeping the living quarters raised in the event of storms), an elevator is almost a necessity for some.

Private pools and hottubs are other amenities one will not find in a motel. In a vacation rental, one can relax after a long day of sightseeing in relative privacy.