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Salvo Sandbox: Ocean-Side, Dog-Friendly Cottage
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81260 sq ft
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Explore the area

Salvo, NC
- Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore1 min walk
- Place, beach3 min walk
- Place, Salvo Beach10 min walk
- Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs outdoor shower
Shower only
Main Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Salvo Sandbox: Ocean-Side, Dog-Friendly Cottage
Adorable “beach box” home located only 2 building lots from the incredible Salvo beach and close to Pamlico Sound. Sleeps eight with 2 bedrooms having queen beds, one having 2 twin beds and a Pirate-themed bunk bedroom for the little ones. Additionally there is a queen sleeper sofa in the Living Room for overflow sleeping. A beautiful, enclosed front porch offers additional year-round living space. Fun and cozy outdoor living with two large side decks and a wonderful ‘crows nest’ deck with a small strip of ocean view - perfect for enjoying those incredible Hatteras Island sunrises & sunsets! Large concrete private driveway and area beneath house with picnic table for additional outdoor entertainment. Lighted fish cleaning station with nearby hose.
Other amenities include: 2 Flat screen TVs with Rokus and Spectrum app with local channels, many general channels & 15 ‘cable’ channels including sport channels, HGTV, Discovery, etc, 500-mbps internet, stackable washer/dryer, park-style grill in yard, outdoor shower, and a well-equipped kitchen which includes a dishwasher, complete dish and knife sets, both Keurig & pot-style coffee makers, 2 blenders, toaster & hand mixer.
Non-smoking (inside house, on porches & decks). Smoking is allowed on concrete area beneath house where picnic table with ashtray is located.
Dog-friendly home for up to 2 dogs (additional $150/week pet fee applies). 330 sq foot dog run area accessible from side deck door without you going out in bad weather! Fence is wooden, cattle-style and 5 ft high…very sturdy. The fenced area is partly covered & partly uncovered for your dogs comfort in any weather.
Bedspreads, mattress covers, pillows (of various types and firmness), pillow covers and dish cloths ARE included. Bed sheets & bath towels are NOT included but they can be rented (supplier information will be provided by host upon booking).
Beach accessories such as chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and cruiser bikes are not included, but can be rented at many locations in the area. Host can provide nearby providers, if needed.
To protect my home, exterior cameras are in use on the 2 side decks and beneath the house, however the video will be disabled after a compliant check-in day unless owner receives report of a house rules violation (note that audio is always disabled). Even though check-in time is listed as 4:00, in reality the cleaners are normally done (and house available) by 1:00 or 2:00 (however it isn't guaranteed until 6:00 so I split it down the middle). They will post a note on door when it is ready. If you arrive earlier, you can change in the outdoor shower and go to the beach or sound until its ready.
Come enjoy Hatteras Islands’ incredible fishing, beaches & water sports, as well as Salvo’s beauty, serenity and incredible night skies at the Sandbox!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Limit of 2 dogs. Fee of $150 per week.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Salvo
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Hatteras Colony, a neighborhood in Salvo. 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 kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.

Salvo, NC
What's nearby
- Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Salvo Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Rodanthe Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Outer Banks Beaches - 9 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Watermen's Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
- Hatteras Bowls - 13 min walk
- Dough Shack - 4 min drive
- Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - 4 min drive
- Waves Coffee & Candies - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
Aug 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location
Tom C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Milana T.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Milana T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phillip H.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Phillip H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Duane W.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice beach cottage
Duane W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lauren G.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and comfortable stay
Lauren G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
karen m.
Jul 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved The Sandbox!
karen m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Glen P.
Aug 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GP
Glen P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
kelly s.
Sep 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OUTSTANDING
kelly s.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy T.
Jun 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach cottage..
Amy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick K.
Jul 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped house and easy access to beach
Patrick K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelli C.
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
salvo sandbox satisfaction




Kelli C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan M.
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we hoped for and more
Alan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grand'Maison J.
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique semaine!
Grand'Maison J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jed J.
Aug 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic Outer Banks Trip
Jed J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kerri W.
Aug 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandbox
Kerri W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Catherine S.
Jul 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Samdbox
Catherine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
Jul 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house for family and kids!
Susan R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
jamie W.
Jul 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
jamie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lauren D.
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Beach House
Lauren D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
Jul 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Beachgoer
Michael D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
dominique v.
Jul 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe habitation
dominique v.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Sandi S.
Jun 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very clean. Seating in family room was limited.
Sandi S.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ginny H.
Sep 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salvo Sandbox
Ginny H.
8/10 Good
Dina A.
Aug 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable place to share with family
Dina A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Pam
I live in the DC-metropolitan area and spend as much time as I can at the Sandbox. It is my little piece of paradise. This isn’t a ‘rental house’ to me…it is my home a good portion of the year and my retirement gift to myself. I rent it during the prime season not to make a profit, but just to enable me to have it. I very much enjoy interacting with my guests and take great pride in the nice comments and reviews I receive.
Why they chose this property
The house is located close to both the ocean and the Salvo Day Use beach area on the Pamlico Sound, which is very convenient. The ocean beaches and dunes in Salvo are very natural and wide (which I love) but they may be difficult for youngsters & someone with mobility issues, so the Day Use area is perfect for them. Generally quiet neighborhood that has several restaurants and food stores nearby, yet not at all commercial. A huge fishing and watersports area. Very dog friendly home with 330 sq ft fenced area accessible without you going outside in the rain!
What makes this property unique
My favorite things about my house are the 3 decks (especially the crows nest which is amazing for morning coffee and starry night skies), the all-season front porch and the dogs fenced-area which makes life so much easier!
Languages:
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