Carolina Shores, North Carolina

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Brunswick County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
220 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap220 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/carolinashores/latest/carolinashores_nc/0-0-0-15981
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Carolina Shores, North Carolina

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Carolina Shores, North Carolina are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Carolina Shores, North Carolina?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Carolina Shores, North Carolina. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Carolina Shores?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Where do these Carolina Shores short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Carolina Shores's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Carolina Shores, Brunswick County, or North Carolina authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.