Location: Southern Shores, Northern Coast & Outer Banks, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (Point Harbor (at the Wright Memorial Bridge) Mainland)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Come visit a charming sound front beach home (A Sound Decision) in a private upscale community, nestled away from the traffic of the Outer Banks. This immaculate home is located directly on the Albermarle Sound with a private dock and swimming platform. Enjoy a (FREE) solar heated swimming pool just feet from the Sound. We also use a salt chorinator, which is much healthier than chemicals and better for the skin. We have 5 nights available from August 29-Sept. 03 Sat-Thurs for a steal at $1100 (all linens, taxes, included). Take this cancellation to experience the best property at the Outer Banks!
There are two large Master suites with Andersen french doors that open to sitting areas where you can enjoy the serenity of the water with your morning cup of coffee and listen to the variety of native birds. The home, with touches of Cape Cod decor throughout, has a total five large bedrooms, three full baths, a large indoor jacuzzi tub, a 7-person outdoor hot tub, wood floors, French Doors onto a patio, a gas fireplace, and a beautiful piano.
Also, the bedroom areas are on either end of the house and separated by the common living area (living room, kitchen and dining room). So, there is much more privacy in situations where there are two families or if the adults want to be separated from the kids (smile). The property is located on nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds with several large pine trees where the kids can explore the hideaways, nooks and crannies, and spend hours swimming in the lake- like Sound or in the new pool with Soundfront views.
Guests have told us time and time again that you can't explain the true essence of the home, you have to be here and experience it! There are 2 two-person kayaks at the home for your use and a hammock for relaxing in the back yard. You can catch crabs from the dock with the crab pots we provide, take a swim in the sound, or just enjoy breathtaking sunsets. Call soon to enjoy kayaking, swimming, fishing, bicycling, or relaxation at our home.
What is most appealing to many is the privacy. Located away from the hustle and bustle of the tourists but close enough to enjoy the quaint shops, the local winery and eateries. This house will provide the rest and relaxation you need. If you are looking for an escape with or without family. Visit our Soundfront home at the Outer Banks!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Fee is $80 and all linens are provided...beds freshly made for your arrival!!
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace: Outdoor Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Bunk Bed: Pyramid bed includes one double with a twin on the bottom as well as a trundle underneath!
- Convertible Bed: Day bed with a trundle which can be converted to a king
- Crib: Porta-Crib and High Chair
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (5) : HBO/Starz premium channels
- DVD (3)
- VCR (3)
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Private Pool: Inground Pool being installed for 2007 season
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Dishwasher, ice maker, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, electric skillet, blender, electric can opener, new Cuisinart coffee maker and coffee bean grinder.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- Balcony: Private dock right on the sound with a swimming platform
- View/Location
- Oceanfront: Directly on the Albemarle Sound with a private dock and swimming platform. Back yard is grassy with a bulkhead on the sound.
- Communications
- Telephone (3)
- Broadband Internet: Broadband modem present. Bring your own laptop!
- Other Amenities
- Central Heat and Air Conditioning, 5 TVs, 3 VCRs, 4 DVDs, HBO/Starz and Internet access, Books, Videos, DVDs, Linens provided for a small fee, Beach towels, 2 Double Kayaks, In ground- Outdoor Firepit, High Chair, Port-a-crib, Furnishings are new, House is newly remodeled! NO Smoking and NO Pets, All Paper products, foil, hand soaps, plastic wrap, detergents, and light cleaners are provided (please replenish if necessary) New playground/park, walking track, and boat launch on the Currituck Sound within 3 miles of the home, Dock your boat or personal watercraft right at the home! Bring your laptop and connect to high-speed internet while enjoying breathtaking waterfront views. A new inground pool with FREE solar heat installed 2007!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): This home is a ranch style with a few steps at the front and back entrance only. Not specifically designed to be handicapped accessible but works well for elderly or those who may have some trouble walking.
- Kid Friendly: The grassy yard is one acre with a hot tub, private dock, 2 kayaks, and off the beaten path for the kids to roam! A brand new inground pool with swim out and shallow end installed for 2007 season.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 23
- Smoking Not Allowed: This is absolutely a no smoking home...no exceptions. You may smoke outside the home.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Catch your own crabs from the dock! This is a great place to kayak, jet-ski,or boat. A PGA rated golf course is seven minutes away by car with a great restaurant, You can drive to Manteo in the summer to see a live re-enactment outdoor play of the Lost Colony, The Wright Brothers Memorial is 15 minutes away by car, Our favorite activity is sitting on our private dock and enjoying the gorgeous sunset! In the evening, build a fire in the firepit with firewood provided and roast marshmallows, The kids love this!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
January 1, 2009 to March 7....$925 per week (Saturday to Saturday)
March 8, 2009 to May 2......$1250 per week (Saturday to Saturday)
May 3, 2009 to June 6......$2000 per week (Saturday to Saturday)
June 7, 2009 to August 22...$2975 per week (Saturday to Saturday)
August 23, 2009 to September 12...$2250 (Saturday to Saturday)
September 13, 2009 to October 17...$1850 (Saturday to Saturday)
$300 Security Deposit, 90-Day Cancellation with $75 nonrefundable fee
Monthly Rentals are available at a special rate from Oct-May... call for details
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Southern Shores
We have been visiting the Outer Banks for several years. We wanted a quiet location to spend time with our family. We were so blessed to find a property right on the sound with an existing dock and all on one level. Its located on the mainland but still on the most beautiful waterfront and the best sunsets at the Outer Banks. Its a 5-7 minute drive right over the bridge to the main Outer Banks attractions so its close to the "action" but private for those of us who truly like a vacation away from it all.
The Unique Benefits of this House
An acre of flat land with a beautiful back yard right on the Albemarle Sound. The crabbing right off the dock is excellent. The water is clean with a sandy bottom and about 4 1/2 feet deep as far as you can see! Our hot tub is open year-round and the in-ground salt chlorinater pool is open from May-October. The home has been renovated and accomodates 2-3 families very comfortably with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. We provide one canoe and one kayak for your use in the sound. We have several repeat renter families that have been coming to the Outer Banks for a long time. Once they stay at our place, they say nothing else compares and its like staying at a home rather than a rental property.
Property Photos
- View of Pool, Albemarle Sound, and Back Yard - Southern Shores, NC
- View of Dock with swimming platform, back yard, and Albemarle Sound - Southern Shores, NC
- View of the cottage's front - Southern Shores, NC
- Living room view from front entrance
- Master suite #2 (King) with deck and sound front view
- Kitchen view from sunroom
- View from Dining Room
- Front Yard in Spring
- Sunset from the Sunroom
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the krafts , amelia, oh
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Lynn & Chrissy , Charleston WV
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Leanne Sharrott , Staten Island, NY
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Ruth Pettress/Paulette Whitehair , Saint Albans, WV
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Darlene Nichols , Cincinnati, Ohio
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Today is the first day I'm back on line after our trip- just wanted to let you know what a fabulous house you have! We had a wonderful week- I could have stayed all summer! the way I sum up the week is that my biggest decision to amke each day was where to sit, which drink to enjoy and which book to read! thank-you you much for sharing your house with us- we're considering when to return!!!! Have a great summer- we'll carry our Sound Decision memories with us for the rest of the New England summer! Beth P.s- you're right, why travel over the bridge to the mayhem when you can enjoy the sound- we did enjoy Manteo and Cape Hatteras Light house though!
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Dear Ken and Tawyana. A thoroughly enjoyable stay! Your house is beautiful and really well equipped and we made use of all the amenities (incl hot tub and hammock). Weather, fortunately, was beautiful, and sitting in the garden enjoying it was wonderful!
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As we drove down the road to the home that late Saturday night, we were delighted when our headlights finally shone on the trees in full bloom in the driveway. They were peaking in blossom and were as bright in the night as they were in the midday sun. What a great way to enter after an 11 hour drive! From there on our vacation was a delight, we enjoyed large family meals, games of Taboo, and nights of relaxing in the hot tub looking up at the stars. The views throughout the house were beautiful, so relaxing, and perfect for our needs!
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, Colonial Heights, VA
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Ken & Tawyana, You truly have an amazing place in a fabulous location. After we left your home, we traveled down to Ocracoke for the long weekend. The place we rented down there was beautiful however, the whole time we were there, my family was saying that they wished they were back at your house. Looking forward to next summer!