Oct 16, 2025

The Best Vacation Homes for Families Who Love to Work Out

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For fitness-loving families, a trip to the Outer Banks doesn’t mean hitting pause on your workout routine. With miles of scenic coastline, endless outdoor adventures, and now, vacation rentals equipped with private home gyms, it’s easier than ever to balance relaxation with your commitment to staying active.

Whether it’s a sunrise cardio session before hitting the beach, a workout while the kids nap, or winding down with yoga after a day of exploring, these Outer Banks rentals offer the perfect blend of fitness and family fun. In this post, we’ll highlight Outer Banks vacation homes that help you stay strong while soaking up every minute of your vacation.

Here Comes the Sun (ER005)

Enjoy endless pick-up games with the poolside sports court perfect for pickleball, basketball, shuffleboard, and volleyball. For a little energizing or toning, hop on the Exercycle Smart Bike in the level one mini-gym. Tone your upper and lower body with the workout station or rack of dumbbells.

 

Spyglass (J11099)

The home gym features a Peloton bicycle and a Peloton treadmill, as well as free weights, a weight bench, and yoga mats. To reduce plastic waste and protect our oceans, the gym includes a chilled, commercial-filtered water bottle filler. The gym also includes a Keurig coffee maker and a beverage refrigerator.

KDH Resort (KD0501)

Never miss a workout while on vacation, as the home is equipped with a gym. A half bathroom and a wet bar with a refrigerator are conveniently located just outside of the gym. After your workout, relax in the sauna.

Pine Island Landing (E069)

Don’t miss your workout while on vacation, as this home has an exercise room that includes a stationary bike, row machine with a water feature, an elliptical trainer, free weights, and a punching bag. Head outside for a refreshing post-workout swim, as the exercise room has direct access to the pool deck.

Absolutely Top Dog (J10941)

Enjoy this private home gym equipped with a rowing machine, a rack of dumbbells, a workout bench, and mats for stretching. The walls are adorned with a series of framed, humorous dog illustrations lifting weights, providing the perfect motivation for your workout.

Moving with the Tides: Beach Workouts

Wanting a competitive workout for your next family vacation? See who can complete the Wild Horse Workout first!  Ellie from Sound Side Studio shows us how to do this workout step-by-step.

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Emily Pack

Emily Pack

Oct 16, 2025

 
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