8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★
Looney Dunes #104 in Waves, NC
This amazing oceanfront home named "Looney Dunes" has everything you need and more to have the best vacation ever! Wake up to the calming sounds of the ocean and take full advantage of this 4,100-square-foot oceanfront beach home with 8 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. 5 bedrooms are master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. 7 king beds, one twin bed, and 2 bunk beds.
2024 updates: New 2-tier rear deck, 11 new Smart TVs 43"-85", new King beds w/ new bedding, many interior updates. New LVP flooring, renovated upstairs master bath w double vanity, new upstairs half bath, new kitchen pantry, removed popcorn ceilings & fresh interior paint!
2025 updates to include: 2 additional new full bathrooms to make this home 8BR/8BA & brand new pool side tiki bar.
The main floor has panoramic views of the ocean, with open concept kitchen, living room, dining room and kitchen nook. The kitchen has a large island with a breakfast bar and seating. The living room has plenty of natural sunlight, cathedral ceilings, with fans and hardwood floors throughout. There is a gorgeous new sectional couch, and plenty of comfortable seating for the whole family. The dining room and nook are spacious and comfortable, with lots of board games for the whole family to enjoy.
Your entire family will revel in all the amenities this beautiful home has to offer. Take advantage of the private in-home mini theater room with a 85" TV, surround sound, and seating for 9 adults. Spend time with family or friends playing pool while others in your party play cards at the 6 person poker table or making drinks at the wetbar. A total of 11 Smart TVs were added to this home in February 2023, including a new 65" Smart TV in the main living room.
There is something to do for everyone at Looney Dunes! Relax by the large private pool, unwind from a day at the beach in the six-person hot tub, chill out on the sunroom porch, or soak up rays from the large furnished sun decks. This property has a pool that can be heated for $600. When pool heat is purchased, heaters are set to 85 degrees, but pool temperature cannot be guaranteed. Pool is open April 1st - October 31st. Take a leisurely stroll to the ocean, only steps away. A charcoal grill is ready to grill up the fresh catch of the day. With a spacious great room, comfortable furnishings, and tasteful decor, Looney Dunes welcomes those that would like to escape to the perfect island getaway.
This home comes with all linens, includes bed service made and bath towels for every stay year round. It also comes with toilet paper for each bathroom and a starter package of kitchen & bath supplies. Prior to your arrival, you'll be given an electronic code for keyless entry.
Note: This home is under new ownership and management effective January 2023. Many exciting upgrades were completed for the 2024 season to maximize your comfort and enjoyment of this exceptional oceanfront home including new rear decks, renovated upstairs master bath, new upstairs half bath, all new LVP flooring, fresh paint, new pool table, new ceiling fans and much more!
Guest can cancel for any reason with partial refund when you purchase Cancel For Any Reason Travel Insurance. Cancel For Any Reason Travel insurance can be purchased within 14 days of booking. Standard Travel Insurance can also be purchase anytime 30 days or more prior to check-in date.
8 Bedrooms, 8.5 Baths (8 masters) 7 king beds, 1 twin, 2 bunks Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths provided year round Non-smoking 11 Smart TVs (1-85" Smart TV in theater room, 1-65" Smart TV in living room) Game room with pool table, dining / poker table, Smart TV, and refrigerator Theater room with recliners & comfortable seating for 9 Grill - charcoal Electronic keyless door lock 2 Outdoor showers WiFi Wedding and special event features (approval required - call for details and costs) 14' x 25' Private heated swimming pool (Open April 1 - October 31) 6-Person hot tub Direct beach access; wheelchair beach access ramp also available 3 doors down Dog friendly
This home is owned & managed by Hatteras Island Vacation Rentals.
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Waves
Located in Waves, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rodanthe Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Salvo Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Outer Banks Beaches - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Watermen's Bar & Grill - 12 min walk
Hatteras Bowls - 9 min walk
Dough Shack - 4 min drive
Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - 4 min drive
Waves Coffee & Candies - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★ have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★ on 27 Jun 2026 start from £1,116, 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.
Is 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★ pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 8BR Oceanfront home - Game & theater rooms, private pool, hot tub ★★★★★ located?
Nestled on the beach, this Waves holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of beach and Rodanthe Beach. Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house is huge, and the steps are many. The bedrooms are large and roomy. It was really nice sitting on the back decks and listening to the waves crash onto the beach, which you have easy access to the beach from the house. Perfect view of the sun rising.
Terri L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nancy S.
14 Jun 2025
Nice space, great location, responsive owner
This house was a great space for our group of 15. Everyone was comfortable in their own rooms and there was space for people to get away from the group if needed. Beach was beautiful and not crowded.
Nancy S.
Verified
8/10 Good
raymond c.
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
needs some TLC. Tattered screens, mold on 1st & 2ndfloor. No mixer, even though we had asked about ability to bake before we booked.
raymond c.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2025
Hi Raymond,
Thank you for your candid review. We are addressing the items you mentioned and we look forward to hosting you again!
-Russ
Overall great place to stay. Some minor issues but the host was quick to fix. Would stay here again.
Amanda K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R.
9 Aug 2025
Great family gathering vacation
Great house for large family gathering- we had 3 families with 6 young kids and 2 teenagers. The home accommodates this easily with access to a variety of recreational activities. Very easy access to the ocean side. There were beach chairs and boogie boards already at the home, although we brought our own. Pool and hot tub were also a hit. We ate at the house so I cannot comment on local restaurants, but the house had all the essentials and more for cooking and storing leftovers. We had a problem with the washing machine, but the management team was very responsive and fixed the problem very quickly. All in all a fabulous week.
Lisa R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sanjay T.
20 Jun 2024
Beach paradise
Excellent beach vacation residence
Fully stocked ample accommodation with beach front location with pool, outdoor hot tub , grill and many other amenities
We enjoyed our vacation at this very clean and nice comfortable house
Thank you
Sanjay T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Molly T.
22 Oct 2024
Amazing trip, great location!
Beautiful beach house! Beach access over the dune is super close. Host was very responsive and made sure we loved our vacation. The pool and hot tub were perfect to still enjoy the weather, especially for the windy days. The decks were perfect for sunrise coffee and relaxing. You can tell the owners really care and want you to enjoy your stay.
Molly T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marci S.
4 Oct 2025
Great house!
We had a great week at Looney Dunes! The house was fantastic. Having a bathroom for each bedroom (most en suites) was amazing! The house was squeaky clean. The bathrooms were up to date and nice! The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. The theater room was enjoyed by all. The hot tub was very popular and had such an easy to use cover. No one needed help to wrestle it on and off. The pool is a nice size and fairly deep. The deck area and outdoor furniture by the pool was in good shape, sturdy and there was enough for everyone to enjoy being poolside. The pool deck lighting was great too. And everything in the house was in working order. We didn’t find broken or unable to use features or items. We brought our pup and he enjoyed the vacation along with us! Would recommend!
Loonie Dunes is a nice place. It is showing signs of wear, but for the most part fit our needs well.
John W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen L.
26 Apr 2025
We really enjoyed our week at Looney Dunes to Celebrate My 70th Birthday and Easter Weekend!
The House met all our expectations. It had enough bathroom and bedrooms to accommodate 17 of my Kids, spouses& grandkids. The pool and Hot tub were great too. We loved walking the short distance to the beach everyday and collecting shells on the beach. The two outdoor showers were amazing after coming back from the beach. My grandkids loved the movie room to watch movies at night. All in all, it was an Amazing Week!
Awesome house with lots of space.
Host was very responsive.
Highly recommend to stay!
Martin E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thank you Martin! I look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jami G.
30 Jul 2025
Lovely house with everything you need!
We loved this home & our stay in Waves. The home had everything we needed, the kitchen was well outfitted, the pool and hot tub were great, the living room area was big enough for all 18 of us to be in at once, and the beds were comfortable and clean. The house was also more well kept than the one we stayed in last year. The rental team was very responsive.
Waves is quiet and uncrowded. While you have to travel a bit to get to a "real" grocery store, the little corner store was quite well stocked.
We did have a visit from the infamous biting flies on our first day, so bring your bug spray just in case!
A lot of the bedrooms in this house have only a king bed, so some children had to sleep on air mattresses but it all worked out. (Our house last year had several different bed configurations which worked out perfectly for our families).
Really nice overall, but some of the pics are a little misleading. Furniture is a bit worn. Owner was always available when I messaged him and got back to me in a timely manner.
Stacy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2024
Hi Stacy!
I'd love to know which furniture you are referring to so I can get that resolved. We just put a brand new sectional couch in the home and I will gladly address any other furniture. Please contact me to let me know.
Thanks!
Russ
We chose this house because we weren't sure of the weather in October. The movie theater room was a big hit with all the kids, and the pool table was a hit for the adults. We loved having bedrooms and bathrooms on all the floors, and the kids loved staying together in the bunk bedroom. The walk to the beach was a breeze, and it was nice to be able to have our own pool since the waves were pretty wild while we were there. Communication and check-in/out were a breeze. Dollar General and Waves Market and Deli are right up the road, which came in handy. It was a great experience.
Well the area is great if your looking for a quite family style vacation. Wave's Deli and Lisa's Pizza have great eats. There is a Dollar General right there as well, any other big items you may need are within 15-20min drive to Avon. The property itself is needs some TLC. Pictures in ad are from a few years ago I think. Pool looked pristine in pic's but in reality needed to be refinished but has new furniture. Cleanliness was good but did find baby socks laying on couch and food particles "cereal" in the tray on coffee table. Talked to property MGR and he was very helpful in to resolve any issues that may need to be taken care of. I would not be hesitate to rent this house again if we would return to the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk is about 30 min and has all the entertainment needs a kid would want.
For the cost it really didn’t meet my expectations. Arrived for our early check in and it wasn’t ready. I understand that happens but if they are cleaning that long it should be clean. The garbage cans were overflowing at the road. On can blew sideways in a storm and the trash people wouldn’t pick it up. The rug in the main living area should have been thrown away 2 seasons ago. The grass was long and un kept looking the only one near us. Also found roaches and fleas but they did say the people before us destroyed the house. The closeness to the beach awesome and all the kids had a blast in the pool. If I was asked would I stay there again maybe would be a truthful answer.
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Peggy R.
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I don't like to leave a poor review, but I was encouraged by my whole group to leave an honest review. I've waited 4 weeks to write this as I don't want to be negative; I will be honest and you can make up your own mind.We arrived on a Saturday late afternoon to find:1. An exterior door not only unable to CLOSE but also unable to be LOCKED so it was completely unsecured. I texted the owner 3 times and called twice. The maintenance did not come until the next mid-morning. For such a severe maintenance issue, I think the response should have been immediate. The house should not have been rented until security was assured.2. Without going into great detail, the entire home was so dirty. The kitchen cupboards were dirty, with old crumbs and food in the drawers. The floors, surprisingly, were not only dirty with sand and gravel but were filthy. We took our shoes off - respecting the home - and within 15 minutes of walking around, our socks were almost black!3. We went to get the broom and mop to clean the floors so we could walk on the floors without shoes and the cleaning tools were unbelievable! Black, dirty and filthy!4. There was so much dust and dirt on the light fixture above the dining table, we couldn't eat there until my sister got up on a chair to clean it.....then she had to clean the table as all the filth and dead bugs were now laying there.5. None of us dared turn on any of the ceiling fans (which would have been a welcomed treat given the wa
Peggy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your candid feedback. Guest satisfaction is our highest priority, and it’s only through honest feedback and reviews that we’re able to address concerns like this to ensure the best possible experience for our guests moving forward.
We very much regret that you had a negative experience at our property. We only wish that we had been made aware of these concerns during the course of your stay, and had been given a chance to improve your experience. We do recognize that staying at the tail end of the peak rental season will almost certainly ensure that you encounter some deferred maintenance, but we were unaware that there was an exterior door that did not lock, let alone close, else we would have addressed it immediately. Please know that we have been working diligently to address all of your concerns now that our maintenance crews are able to access the home.
Also, we would like to offer our sincere apologies for the confusion around how to contact us, as opposed to the maintenance company. We do understand that calling and texting a number, expecting to hear back from the owner and not getting an immediate reply must have been quite frustrating. We’re terribly sorry for the inconvenience and confusion. Please let us know if there’s anything else we can do to improve moving forward, and again, thank you for your feedback.
Verified
8/10 Good
chris t.
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
chris t.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Hatteras Island Vacation Rentals
Russ has owned and managed rental real estate for 20+ years. He is native to North Carolina. He and his 3 kids stay in each of their upscale Hatteras Island homes in the Outer Banks many times throughout each year seeking the same unique experience as each of our guests. Premium quality homes and top notch customer service are of utmost importance!
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