My favorite memories as a little girl are of my family getting a beach house in Sandbridge Beach in Virginia. I knew that no matter what, every year my extended family would be together for one week out of the summer and I always looked forward to it. After hours of sun and sand , we would settle in for dinner and intense rounds of Mario Kart where I insisted on being Princess Peach (woohoo!)
Things changed as I grew up and it became harder to get the family together. I have been looking at taking a beach trip with some of my friends so I thought it would be a good idea to see what vacation rentals people were looking at on AOL Search. The Outer Banks (another personal favorite of mine) tops the list. It is followed by Florida and Myrtle Beach vacation homes.
Do you have any suggestions about the best vacation rental spots? If not, try searching for vacation rentals on AOL Search or check out travel deals on AOL Travel.
Top Searched Vacation rentals on AOL Search:
1) Outer Banks vacation rentals
2) Florida vacation rentals
3) Myrtle Beach vacation rentals
4) Cape Cod vacation rentals
5) Virginia Beach vacation rentals
6) North Carolina vacation rentals
7) Hilton Head vacation rentals
8) San Diego vacation rentals
9) Maine vacation rentals
10) Hawaii vacation rentals
COMMENTS
Holden Beach, NC, is a wonderful, family oriented beach with homes on the ocean, oceanview, and inlet side. You are never far from the lovely beach with some great shelling, and you can see both the sunrise (if you are up early enough!) and the beautiful sunset! There is a grocery store on the island for staples enough to make meals, and a few restaurants off the island. Any time of the year it is beautiful there.
By Elizabeth on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:32PM
There is an oceanfront condo for rent in Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic. That is the Caribean, between Puerto Rico and Cuba. It has two full baths. Great for a retiree. No need to drive, everything is right around there. You can travel the island by taking tours in the nearby hotels. It is a bargain....
By Clara Tavarez on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:24AM
Tucson Arizona is the best place for vacation rentals. check out www.vrbo.com/40490 and www.vrbo.com/64953 Both great places
By willowsth on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:50PM
the outer banks is an hour and a half from charlotte?
By wyatt on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:46PM
The OB of North Carolina are THE BEST.......started going when my parents took me there as a child and I'm still goin several times a year...I'm 60 now. I live just 90 miles or so north
By MARK MITCHELL on Jun 25th 2007 at 10:33AM
the outer banks is an hour and a half from charlotte?
By wyatt on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:47PM
I live in the Outer Banks. I would just like to ask thoughs who come and visit to,please respect the local full time residents. Respect our beaches,lighthouses,wild horses and everything nature. We enjoy sharing are area with others. And just ask for you to respect all the OBX has to offer. Thanks
By Rona on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:51PM
Rosie is not a fat pig! And I don't see how comments for travel has anything to do with Rosie. You need to get a life!
By Rosie Rocks on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:53PM
Oak Island, NC is the best! 3 bedroom/2 bath (quiet, relaxing)house with a view of the ocean only $750/week during the summer. Now who can beat that?
By wyatt on Jun 24th 2007 at 11:54PM
The French Quarter did not flood and the best place to stay is the Bougainvillea House, elegant and yet old world charm, 2 suites w/ br,ba, living/kitchen/balcony or patio, parking and hot tub....wonder vacation in the city. You can see pictures at www.1822bougainvillea.com
By pat Kahn on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:00AM
I think that Rockport and Port Aransas is great I go there all the time when I visit my home State I love Padre Island also and the prices are great. And lets leave Rosie out of this one even though I don't really like her she has nothing to do with this.
By Mel on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:09AM
We rented a house called "The Little Ark" on North Captiva Island, on the west coast of Florida. It was fabulous because the island is bridgeless. No cars and very few people. The beaches were deserted! It was a wonderful and peaceful getaway.
By John Bender on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:42AM
You will need a light jacket and jeans to spend a summers week or any length of time during June thru September on Oregon's coast. The other months you will freeze. Hard to match for the beauty and landscape. Only exception is Hawaii where you can usually plunge into the water at any given time and enjoy it. I lived north of Kailua on the water and I doubt if anywhere else on earth has the same weather and water conditions. I now live in Florida and am missing the cleaner waters of the Pacific. We have a month of red tide here (bacteria) and another month of mysterious fish kills and generally a slowly dying Gulf of Mexico. My personal choice is anywhere from Smith River, CA to the Washinton state line in the dead of summer. In the winter, its Hawaii or Stuart, Florida area.
By Steve on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:44AM
I recommend rentals in Waldport or Yachats Oregon. You have miles and miles of beautiful sandy beaches. Famous light house tours. Dune buggies in nearby Sandunes of Florence. Seat Lion Caves. Oregon Coast Aquariam. Numerous hiking trails with fantastic views. Horseback riding on the beach. Fishing and crabbing with boat rentals. Shopping in quaint shops including shops on the old Newport waterfront.
By gail on Jun 25th 2007 at 12:46AM
Pacific City OR
I have never been to a more relaxing brew pub town on the oregon coast. Breathtaking
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By troy on Jun 25th 2007 at 1:20AM
Saratoga Springs is called the Queen of Spas! We have the best thoroughbred racing anywhere, 1st class shows at the amphitheatre at SPAC, NYC Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra, Jazz Festival, etc. 20 mins takes you to Lake George and the Adirondack Mountains, great shopping and Restaurants and the coolest downtown in upstate NY! Check out the Rental on my site www.lauriestephenson.com
By Laurie Stephenson on Jun 25th 2007 at 9:37AM
Jumby Bay, a private island a boats ride from Antiqua is the most serene island. No cars, no telephones, you have a hut to a couple on the beach, you can walk the whole island, or bike it, there are goats that roam wild. The only noise you hear is the waves or Robin Leach. He owns a home there. It is very comparable price wise when you add up all the groceries and amenities that you purchase after you travel to North Carolina. I am not knocking Nags Head or anywhere on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, but dollar for dollar you get heaven at Jumby Bay. Any day, any hour you can have anything you want anywhere. There is someone always there to serve/wait on you and they are very friendly also. Jumby Bay, all inclusive.
By Kendra Howard on Jun 27th 2007 at 4:45PM
Here's a link to our Myrtle Beach home that is available for rental. http://www.vrbo.com/76688
By Ryan on Jun 25th 2007 at 8:42PM
Flathead Lake, MONTANA - Gorgeous!! State has multiple National Parks (Glacier and Yellowstone) as well as The Rockies and views, water, wildlife everywhere. It is like stepping into a postcard. I have rented vacation homes there for 10 years and every person who has rented one has returned to purchase property. NO sales tax, photography, fishing, hiking, native american culture,boating ( we are the sailing capital of the west upon Flathead Lake the largest body of Fresh Water West of the Mississippi in the continental United States, skiiing, horses, friendly people, year round sunshine, green pine trees and blue sky. I have traveled everywhere and I haven't found anything better in any category yet. Come on over :) We're the 4th biggest state in the USA with less than 1 million total folks here. We have plenty of room...
By Janet Conroy on Jun 25th 2007 at 2:35AM
Looking for a rental on Oahu, Hawaii? Be sure you confirm whether or not it is LEGAL. If it's in a residentially zoned area and it's rented for less than 30 days, the B&B or home must have a non-conforming use certificate (NUC)to be legit. Lots of properties advertised on the internet do not carry an NUC and may also not have liability insurance. You also risk a visit from a city inspector. It happened to someone I know. Go to sonhawaii.org or bnbcoalition.org for more info. Don't say you weren't warned.
By Concerned Resident on Jun 25th 2007 at 3:55AM