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Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 122518 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Waves, NC
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodanthe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

First Level Bedroom

2 Twin Bunk Beds

First Level Master

2 Twin Beds

First Level Master

1 Queen Bed

Third Level Ship's Watch

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

First Level Master Bath

First Level Master Bath

First Level Semi-private Bath

Ground Level Half Bath

Second Level Half Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch

OCEANFRONT Waves - Bold Dune Drive - From the vantage at TOPGALLANT, you'll get awesome views of the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound and get a feel for how narrow the island really is.

The ground floor of this home features two covered carports, a dry entry, two hot/cold enclosed outdoor showers, an outdoor half bath and laundry room. The first floor includes two master suites with private baths and two other bedrooms that share a semi-private hall bath. The two oceanside bedrooms open onto the shaded wrap-around deck, including a bubbly hot tub on the southwest corner. On the top level is an enormous great room facing the ocean with cathedral ceiling.

A wide oceanfront sundeck with views galore wraps around to the side of the home and a screened porch on the southwest corner next to the dining area. The kitchen has a wide breakfast bar for casual breakfasts and lunches. Of course, the grand spiral staircase and ship's watch/tower with ocean to sound views are the crowning jewels. The tower room with a twin daybed with trundle may be used as a fifth bedroom.

(2 masters) 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunks, 2 single, twin daybed with trundle (tower room)
Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths provided May 23 - September 4, 2026.
Additional linens and towels available for rent.

Non-smoking
3 TVs
DVD players
Books, games, movies
Wet bar
Screened porch with furniture
Grill - charcoal
Outdoor shower
Electronic keyless door lock
6-Person hot tub
Welcome bag
Pillows and blankets
Pets not permitted

This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.

More payment options are available after booking.

Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-refundable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy, or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.

More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your email. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Waves

Located in Waves, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Waves, NC

What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rodanthe Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salvo Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waves Coffee & Candies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hatteras Bowls - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beads & Beans OBX - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch on May 9, 2026 start from $167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Home in Waves with Hot Tub, Grill, and Screened Porch located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waves vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of beach, Salvo Beach, and Rodanthe Pier. Rodanthe Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of heaven

We had an amazing stay. Check-in/out process could not have been easier, house was clean and spacious. Location was fantastic. As with most houses in this area, the view from the house is mostly dune and little ocean, but otherwise this is the perfect house! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The property is the perfect location! The backyard faces the dunes/beach. Their house is spacious and clean, with many beds! This will be our new, repeat destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation

We loved our vacation! Perfect location beautiful house, lots of fun to be had:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kian d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

We had a great time in the beautiful house in the perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waves NC Vacation

Well situated and well equipped, comfortable home abutting the dunes with lovely views of the ocean and sound and sunsets from the upper decks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House

Our experience was truly amazing and perfect. The house is right on the beach and location to the local grocery store was right there. Our family really enjoyed the stay and so did I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and spacious!

This was our first trip to the Outer Banks and we were not disappointed! The house is beautiful, comfortable and spacious enough that we had plenty of room to spread out! I enjoyed cooking in the kitchen which was well stocked and loved eating on the top floor deck. The hot tub felt fantastic after a long day on the beach. I hope to visit again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

shelly c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over all house was ok. Rental company was good to deal with. A couple of things. The fans in the living room were not working. The rental company did not leave enough towels but they did bring more. Was surprised kitchen towels were not part of the package. The washer and dryer is outside. Not a fan. Also several railings on the outside railing are coming loose. we had small kids. But it was clean and acceptable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The home was beautiful and spacious. Be prepared to be away from everything. The only complaint we had was there was no linens and pot holders for the kitchen but that was not such a big deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spring Break Getaway

This house was perfect for our family of four for Spring Break. Each of our teens was thrilled to have his own room and they loved going up to the "crows nest" to read. The house is roomy and well laid out. The kitchen had everything we needed. We loved having a view of the water and watching the sun set from the upper-most balcony in the evening. Beds were comfy too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Update

The house is beautiful, but some things need replaced. New kitchen supplies and a new oven/cooktop, does not heat well. A bigger TV in the main area and more seating outside. The House was nice and cool and very clean when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect week

The house was nearly perfect and the location was everything we imagined. It was the dream vacation that we all desperately needed. This was our first stay on Hatteras Island. In years past, we always stayed up in Corolla. It was beautiful and the weather was perfect. Some things about the house. It was clean and laid out very well to allow for family time vs. personal time. We were kind of disappointed in a couple of things. Just minor things. The house was very clean and well kept, except the windows. The windows were filthy and the upper deck screen was falling out. I had to keep tucking it back into the rail. Maybe we have been spoiled, but every other place we have stayed, there were certain items left: ie: spices, salt & pepper, coffee filters, any kind of cleaning products. Most people leave behind these items and we normally do the same, but we made sure to take all of those items as we felt they would be disposed of otherwise. We really enjoyed our stay, and your staff and the way they manage the home were definitely 5 stars. Will...and have recommended your company to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristen D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

May need a new cleaning crew

Upon arrival to the home, we first noticed there was an open can of pop left on the counter and then quickly noticed crumbs still on the counter and floor, stove handle and buttons greasy and looked like the refrigerator had not been wiped clean in some time. Then noticed a broken glass table with a few large chunks of glass missing from it. Immediately reported it on phone but they came a couple days later to remove the glass and then maintenance showed up again a few days later to change an air filter and then came another day to measure the glass table all unannounced and they can just walk in at any time if your not present. Also found an old rotten apple underneath one of the beds. Bathrooms overall seemed clean. Cleanliness before covid would have been questionable, however, I would have expected a way cleaner place since they advertised they are following cdc guidelines which i find extremely hard to believe. Cleaning aside...the views from the deck were wonderful and it was nice to have a hot tub to enjoy even though it had sand left stuck to the inside seats. Location would have been nice, however, we arrived on a bad week with high seas and it closed the whole main road to the north and south. Hard to access a grocery store as the nearest grocery store is over 20 mins away and we had to drive through flood water to get there. Only a couple restaurants were open for takeout and a dollar general which was not very stocked up due to the road closure for 5 full days. We understand this is not the propery management fault but definitely something to consider where you are staying as you could be shut down from essentials for some time. We did enjoy the sunrises in the morning from the deck and its not a far drive from the day use area on the sound side for some sunsets and calmer waters for kids. Overall the place as a whole was okay. If the cleaning issues and maintenance would be corrected it would have made the place overall wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

defree23

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a lovely time! The property has a lot of stairs and a steep dune climb to the ocean/ just for informational purposes. We had no problems, but people with mobility issues might. Beautiful views, comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

kimber s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

This house was perfect for us. Quick walks to the beach. Spacious rooms for people to spread out and do their own things. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Improve cleaning

Could have been cleaner. Mold around fixtures in bathroom, evident that light switch plates not cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farnaz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Loved the house and location

Really enjoyed our stay. House was very clean and beach was awesome. The listing should really say that linens need to be bought separately. We were almost left without them. The pull out bed was not usable but management sent us an air mattress so it all worked out at the end. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lyndsay K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A Disappointment

The Topgallant, with its litany of issues and lack of accountability of the property manager, has given me no choice but to write this poor review. Upon arrival, we discovered a row of beer cans around the hot tub, crumbs underneath all of the furniture, a dirty sock and insulin pen (found proudly by my 4 y/o) in the couch cushions, and blinds down in one window which were simply shoved into the corner. The fireplace was nonfunctional. There were weird thick, black claw marks along the baseboards that looked like some demonic baby or animal had been caged and was trying to escape. The cream-colored carpets were absolutely disgusting and completely reminiscent of my college dorm. However, I cannot say that the throw rugs were much better – bleach marks (how does this happen?), a verifiable rainbow of stains, and general wear. I am so glad that I do not have children who crawl because I would have had to carry them everywhere. 6 of 13 flood lights and several lamp lights were out in the Great Room. I called several times and was told someone would be out with a ladder…no one ever came. The dishes were dirty. There was a drawer in the kitchen that was broken to the point that I was afraid the whole front was going to pop off and fall to the ground. The coffee maker had a thick layer of pink sludge. There weren’t any batteries in the top floor remotes. (In fact, I am not sure we ever got the cable box to work in that room.) However, none of this compares to the elderly A/C unit and the leaky ceiling. We noticed immediately that the A/C was out on the 2nd floor (where the bedrooms were located). Maintenance determined a breaker to be tripped, a coil was bad, and that the A/C unit would probably need to be replaced. We had A/C that night. The following day, the breaker tripped several times and then a leak began in a doorframe on the 2nd floor. I put out a pot to catch the water and maintenance cut a hole in the ceiling, which required a bigger pot. After he left, there was another leak in the ceiling –this time above my 4 y/o’s top bunk! It soaked his baby blanket, stuffed animals, and the mattress. Maintenance told me to simply dry out the mattress and flip it over, that they didn’t have a replacement mattress. We did not have A/C on the 2nd floor for the remainder of the trip. We made the decision not to call again, because obviously they couldn’t fix it, and we were tired of spending our evenings chatting with repairmen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Much Needed Winter Getaway

We worked from this property for two weeks at the end of February/beginning of March. It was such a beautiful setting and the house was perfect for us to set up two offices enough away from each other that we couldn't hear the other while on conference calls. The view was amazing and to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean was magical. The nightly hot tub wasn't bad either! We have already booked the house for the same time next year to break up the dreary New York winter. Also, communication with the property manager was excellent, as we had a couple things that needed to be looked at when we first got into the house. The people who came to make the repairs showed up swiftly and were absolutely terrific. We could not have been happier. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth’s J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

This was our second stay here, and we had a wonderful time. This property is located in a quiet and less crowded strip of beach, which we like. It’s a short walk over the dune to the beach. The house is as pictured (although the photos are a bit old, so expect it to be slightly more weathered). Some of the media players could be updated soon- there was a VHS/DVD that wasn’t working. It was clean and the property managers were very responsive when we had a minor issue with something being broken. We love the porch swing and deck space, and the outdoor showers. Great for a family. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Experience in OBX

first experience staying in OBX - thrilled to find out we were in more residential area than in more populated northern area. Even during COVID times, tons of restaurants to enjoy - beachfront location - plenty of space in home - local surf shops for rentals - only drawback is large incline over dunes to get to beach - can be hard for elderly parent or grand parent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Don P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

When an engineer/DIY'er goes to the beach...

Overall my family and I were happy with our stay. And I should preface the complaints I had about the house with the fact that I'm very critical of my own work around my own house. The location is good, the layout of the house was good, the price was reasonable. While we chose the location based on a few factors (location/occupancy/price), I was a little disappointed in how much maintenance the house needed. - refrigerator stopped working midway through the week (property maintenance came out the next day and sorted it out) - some sink drains were clogged and slow to drain - some windows and blinds were inoperable - some outlets were inoperable - lots of cracked drywall joints - washer/dryer are located outside, under the house - the pullout bed in the tower was completely broken and unusable - the kitchen flooring was microbeveled and trapped a lot of crums/dirt - overall the carpet/flooring was a bit dirty, almost to the point were you'd question letting a baby crawl around or letting yourself walk barefoot Again, I'm being very critical. And I understand that the owner is probably deferring some maintenance to protect earnings on the property. I don't recall reading many negative reviews on the property when we reserved it, but I feel like I may have reconsidered if I had known more about the condition of the house. If you're looking for a decent bargain and aren't concerned about some of the items I've nitpicked over, then you'll have a lovely time. If you have small kids/babies, you may consider another property and spend a bit more but hopefully end up with something a little cleaner and up to date. The experience with the property management company was good. Their website and processes are easy to use and understand. Hopefully the owner of the property will consider overhauling the property or sell off so another investor can make some upgrades.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Room Terrific as well as deck views!

House offers spacious opportunity for family relaxation and fun! Waves is rightly named as ocean waves are strong and majestic! Don’t forget your towels!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week

Nice property on the beach and clean.. Needs some repairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very Nice house needing more maintenance/ housekeeping.

Beautiful house with ocean view. Drains in baths need clearing. Couch in living room needs attention/ replacement. New window screens needed throughout from storm. Great deck with ample furniture. Great hot tub. Love the porch swing! Surf or sound was great to deal with!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

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Surf or Sound Realty is a premier property management and real estate sales company located on Hatteras Island, North Carolina. Since 1978, we have grown to manage nearly 600 vacation homes, welcoming more than 100,000 guests and 12,000 reservations annually.

Our locally owned and operated company has taken care of Hatteras Island vacation rental homeowners and vacationers for over 45 years. Throughout our journey, we have accumulated decades of experience in managing homes exclusively on Hatteras Island. Our commitment to excellence and personalized services has made us a trusted name in the industry.

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