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Latest North Carolina vacation rental deals

MOST POPULARCharlotte
Vacation homes from C$ 56

Best North Carolina vacation rentals

Nantahala Cabins - Bryson City - Living room
Nantahala Cabins
Bryson City, NC, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Spa
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park - Cherokee - Building
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Econo Lodge Garner - Raleigh - Garner - Bedroom
Econo Lodge Garner - Raleigh
Garner, NC, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for vacation rentals in North Carolina

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in North Carolina with confidence.

How early should you book a vacation rental in North Carolina?

Book at least 28 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your North Carolina vacation rental.

Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
June
C$ 236
C$ 233
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect North Carolina vacation rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in North Carolina, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in North Carolina can be found in January and November.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in North Carolina is Tuesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Sunday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in North Carolina for 3 days.
  • Pet friendly, pool, beachfront, hot tub, and kitchen/kitchenette are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in North Carolina
  • Vacation rentals in North Carolina are around 27% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in North Carolina.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in North Carolina

  • What is the most popular vacation rental destination in North Carolina?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is Charlotte (18% of total searches to North Carolina). The next most popular destinations are Highlands (9%) and High Point (9%). Searches for vacation rentals in Carolina Beach (9%), Durham (9%) and Carrboro (9%) are also popular.

  • How much is a vacation rental in North Carolina for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found North Carolina vacation rentals for tonight for as low as C$ 80. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental in North Carolina for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found North Carolina vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as C$ 92 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in North Carolina?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in North Carolina. You’ll find agritourism, apartments, aparthotels, cabins, caravans, condos, cottages, houses, homestays, houseboats, lodges, villas, bungalows, chalets, campgrounds, farm stays, caravan parks, luxury tents, vacation villages, ranches, hotels and boats.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in North Carolina?

    There are many types of properties available for North Carolina vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Econo Lodge Crystal Coast and Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in North Carolina?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly North Carolina vacation rentals, with around 9% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in North Carolina?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in North Carolina by showing you the exact location of each vacation home.