Vacationers to the Outer Banks have been staying in cottages since before the Civil War. There are probably 100 or more agencies that rent cottages plus countless individuals who handle there cottages themselves
This is by no means a complete list of rental agencies though it does list the major players in the Northern Outer Banks market. The Outer Banks Association of Realtors lists its member rental and sales agencies this is another place to look for leads. Rental sites very dramatically in sophistication but all the agencies offer detailed printed brochures that list not only the cottages but rental policies and procedures. Write or call for seveal beofre you make a decision and make sure you review the rules carefully before you rent a cottage.