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4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Rodanthe, NC
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
1 min walk
Rodanthe Beach
Place, Rodanthe Beach
6 min walk
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
13 min walk
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
39 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
1st Floor Master
2 Twin Beds
1st Floor Master
1 King Bed
1st Floor Master
2 Twin Beds
2nd Floor Master
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
1st Floor Master
Toilet · Shower only
1st Floor Master
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
1st Floor Master
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Floor Master
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Floor Powder Room
Toilet
Ground Floor Outside
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing!
Rack up your travel miles at Rodanthe’s vacation home, Frequent Flyer! Whether it’s a day at the sandy ocean beach, water activities on the Pamlico Sound, world class fishing, or island exploration, let Frequent Flyer be the hub of your next vacation.
Check your flight plan online with a full video tour and pictures! See what other guests have to say about the Frequent Flyer in the traveler reviews section and don’t forget to like us on Facebook. Also search "Discover Hidden Dare: Rodanthe" for a nice overview video of the Rodanthe community.
Why choose the Frequent Flyer? Because the Frequent Flyer features four bedrooms, each with their own private bath, two with private decks! This fully appointed vacation home boasts spacious living and dining areas, a cook-pleasing kitchen, and expansive decks for incredible views of the Pamlico Sound and breathtaking sunsets. You can access the Sound via a private grassy lawn to swim, fish, or play using the owner-provided kayaks and stand-up paddleboards! The Atlantic Ocean is just a short walk with paved access all the way to the beach. There you can relax all day thanks to owner-provided chairs and umbrellas. There are no long paths across dunes to struggle with on this part of the island. You can stay connected with complimentary internet access or unplug and tour the villages on the owner-provided bikes. Sit back, relax, and make your vacation a first-class experience at the Frequent Flyer.
The Frequent Flyer from a Parent’s Perspective
If you’re like me, “family vacation” brings Chevy Chase and the Griswold’s to mind. Bored kids, an over-packed “family truckster” and expensive meals are just the beginning! I wanted to share why vacationing with my family at The Frequent Flyer takes the National Lampoon out of the equation and makes for not only great family fun but also a real vacation for me.
The ‘man cave’ (aka garage area) of The Frequent Flyer is packed with extras to keep everyone busy! From sand toys to bikes and Kayak’s to stand-up paddleboards, the family will have plenty to do and you won’t have to pack, or worse rent, all of the toys that make life at the beach more fun. There are even beach chairs for the whole family!
From the best tanning deck on the house, I can watch my kids play safely on the beach of the shallow-water Sound. They spend hours trying to catch hermit crabs and minnows while I catch up on my tan and favorite book.
The fully equipped kitchen means we can save a fortune on restaurant meals and my teenagers can eat their late-night cereal and frozen pizza. We save buying the bulky but essential items such as napkins, tin foil, saran wrap, toilet paper, and cleaning supplies because the owner provides them as a convenience. And when you decide to eat out, the local restaurants are family-friendly, reasonably priced, and amazing.
The Frequent Flyer from a Watersport Enthusiast
The Frequent Flyer has a grassy 1 acre Soundfront lot, a perfect rigging area for every water sport. The winds from the S to NNE are ideal for kiting and windsurfing on the Sound side. While it is possible to kiteboard on the inside of the bridge area, you will likely want to access the water west of the bridge. As winds go NE to SE, you can launch directly across the street on the Ocean side.
The house includes a ground floor enclosed ‘man cave’ plus a storage room for equipment. There are equipment racks outside for drying and inside to lock up at night. A half bath and two showers are outside under the house, in addition to a cleaning station with a utility sink and hose. We can clean up our gear so that it is ready the next day. Rigging, launching, and storing your gear is a breeze at the Frequent Flyer.
The ‘man cave’ also has a small bar, and a fridge which adds to the convenience factor. This house really caters to those who want access to the Sound and Ocean for watersports. When the wind is not blowing, the Frequent Flyer still delivers with 6 bikes for cruising the island, 3 kayaks, and 2 stand up paddleboards. And of course, no trip to Hatteras Island is complete without a visit to the local surf shops. Fortunately, Real Watersports, Kitty Hawk Kites, and other shops are all within a few miles.
The Frequent Flyer from a Fishing Perspective
Why settle for the Ocean or Sound when you can have them both! The Frequent Flyer is located on a very narrow segment of the island providing access to both Ocean and Sound fishing. If your target is inlet fishing, “Oregon Inlet” and the “New New Inlet” are just north of the Frequent Flyer.
Convenient storage areas make unloading and storing your gear simple. A deluxe, outdoor fish-cleaning table makes prep a breeze. Bring your casting net as bait can easily be caught along the shore of the Sound. If you prefer to buy bait or need to update your fishing gear, several bait and tackle shops are just down the street including, Hatteras Jack.
Offshore Fishing Charters are available from nearby Oregon Inlet or head south to the Hatteras Inlet. The Frequent Flyer is a dream vacation spot for avid fishing enthusiast and novices alike.
The Rodanthe ‘Jug Handle’ bridge bypasses the S-curves area just north of Rodanthe. The southern terminus of the bridge comes back into land South of the Frequent Flyer, along Pappy lane. To fish near and under the bridge, you can walk from the Frequent Flyer private Sound access lot as the water is shallow. Trout and Drum are plentiful.
Please let me know of any questions or concerns. We look forward to another great season in 2022 and make it our goal to ensure everyone has a 5-star vacation experience.
Mark and Adria
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Rodanthe
Located in Rodanthe, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Traveling with kids? Consider Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Rodanthe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Dough Shack - 4 min drive
Waves Coffee & Candies - 3 min drive
Mirro’s Cafe - 4 min drive
Tina's Poolside Cafe - 4 min drive
Beads & Beans OBX - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing!?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing! on May 13, 2026 start from $399, 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 OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is OBX Beach House + Bikes-Paddle Boards-Kayaks-Beach Chairs-Great Fishing! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Rodanthe vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pamlico Sound, Rodanthe Beach, and Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum. Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and Rodanthe Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
I could not have imagined a better place to spend our family vacation. We have an active family and this house, and its included equipment, gave us plenty of opportunity to have fun at the NC coast.
Thomas P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2025
Happy everyone had a good time and had plenty of fun utilizing the extras at the house.
We really enjoyed our stay at the Frequent Flyer! We loved that the walk to the beach was super short and easy. The availability of paddles boards and kayaks was awesome as well! Had it not been so hot we would have certainly used the bikes. I also loved that there is a big comfy couch in the living room that the whole family can sit on!
Tori K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to submit the review. Glad you were able to utilize the kayaks and paddle boards. Looking to add additional fun things for next year.
The Frequent Flyer was the perfect vacation spot for our family. Located perfectly between the sound and the ocean, and supplied with all of the "toys" needed for land and sea activities, it was exactly what our family needed for a great week of fun, relaxation, and bonding. We loved it and hope to come back again next year.
As clean and no brainer as they come, this made for OBX house checks all the location boxes, comfort boxes, thoughtful convenience boxes, no need to BYO kayak, bike, paddleboard boxes. Sound here, ocean there. Clotheslines for the suits. Double outdoor showers. Responsive owner ensuring all is smooth. Don’t hesitate. But don’t take our week!
Pamela M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2025
Thanks for taking time to submit a review. You give me renewed energy to do more for my renters, especially this crew. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
This is a beautiful and clean home. A lot of open space for a multigenerational family. Mark was great in communicating with us before during and after the trip.
Lots of amenities and great location on the sound!
The house was very clean and well-appointed. Each bedroom has a private bathroom. We enjoyed the proximity to multiple lighthouses and Kitty Hawk. Kayaking on the sound was a blast (and only a few steps away)!
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 17, 2022
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review. Its always fun to visit the light houses. Hopefully you also explored the beach next to the Hatteras light house. One of my favorite beaches.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S.
Aug 10, 2017
Wonderful location right on the sound and nicely appointed home!
Loved it! From the clean sheets and towels provided and the lovely condition of this home to the bikes, kayaks and paddle boards. A wonderful place to spend an 80th birthday celebration with three generations of family!
Deborah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thanks you for being so patient as we worked through a little bit of everything that week. At least we had power! :) I am glad everyone had a good time.
Absolutely love this house. Very clean with an excellent kitchen very well equipped. All the extras in the man cave are a nice bonus that we enjoyed daily. We always have a blast here. Owner is awesome in every way. Highly recommend staying here.
Loved the house and the owner. Great set up, lots of activities (kayaks, bikes, stand up paddle boards). No need to bring beach chairs, umbrellas or beach toys because high quality gear all waiting for you at the house. Very responsive and friendly host!
Edward G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 17, 2020
Thanks for the review. It was nice meeting you. Enjoy the rest of summer.
Mark was very professional and helpful with anything needed. Property location was perfect, I had access to fish the sound with my kayak, even caught two beautiful red drum from shore and a short walk to the beach. Wonderful family trip.
Kim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2022
Thanks for posting a review. Those Drum are so much fun to catch. Glad you had a good vacation.
Clean, beautifully maintained and comfortable, with cool kitesurfing decor, this base for obx fun is situated to savor the sound and almost as close to the beach, and so outfitted for fun you can leave your paddleboard and kayak at home. This was our second year @Frequent Flyer and it won't be our last!
Pamela M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2022
Thank you for the review and we look forward to hosting you again.
The Frequent Flyer proved to be a fantastic place for our week in the OBX! We loved being so close to the Sound and the ocean! We really enjoyed the kayaks and SUP boards and even used a few of the bikes. The sunset views from the deck did not disappoint. The kitchen was also well stocked with everything we needed. Mark was an incredible and reliable host and we hope to visit again!
Heidi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2021
I am glad everyone had a good week, and thanks for taking time to submit a review. Enjoy the rest of summer.
Our week in Rodanthe was amazing! Frequent Flyer worked perfectly for our group of 8.
We made use of every inch - the kitchen/living area was plenty big and comfortable enough for everyone! The back deck saw plenty of happy hours and sunset watches.
The beautiful beach was close enough to walk back for lunch easily.
Loved this stay!!!
Laura K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2022
Happy everyone had a good week. Thanks for staying with us and helping me out with a few things. Enjoy the rest of summer.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Dana O.
May 14, 2017
Great house on a great piece of property
Great, clean, spacious house with lots of light. Great view. Lots of lawn to launch kites. Quick 5 min walk over to the ocean side for walks or kiting when the wind blows off shore on the sound. Loved it!
Dana O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thanks for the review. Glad you had some wind and enjoyed the trip.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ellen S.
Aug 27, 2015
Excellent vacation
We loved the Frequent Flyer. The area is a nice mix of quiet yet still things to do. All the toys in the garage were a huge plus. We rode the bikes every morning to a different part of the beach and treated ourselves to a breakfast biscuit! The house was lovely and just as it appears in the pictures. Sunset every night off the deck was a great way to end the day.
Ellen S.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thanks for the review! The bikes are nice to cruise around the island. I am glad you had a good week. Thank you.
Our recent stay at the Frequent Flyer was perfect. The house has everything you need for a great vacation and so many extras you didn't know you needed. The bikes, paddleboards and kayaks were a great! The sunsets were breathtaking! The proximity to the beach was super convenient! Mark was very helpful and a great communicator. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!
We chose this house for vacation because of the positive reviews, proximity to the sound and ocean, and amenities. We were not disappointed upon arrival to find out that the advertising was accurate. We needed Mark a couple times, and he was prompt, professional, and perfect for taking care of us. We are a big family and needed a week away, and this place provided the respite we needed. We would encourage others to consider this vacation spot!
Gabriel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2021
Thanks for taking time to submit a review, and glad the family had a good week at the Frequent Flyer. Always good to get away at the beach.
This four bedroom house was perfect for us and our adult children. Everything you need for an active vacation was provided (bikes, SUPs, kayaks, games and beach gear). We also enjoyed just sitting on the multiple decks. We appreciated that Mark checked in on us, but we had no problems or concerns.
Carol D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2021
Thanks for the review! Enjoy the rest of summer.
About the host
Hosted by Frequent Flyer - Mark Haines
The Frequent Flyer was named after the owner’s favorite pastime (well, he would argue it is not a pastime but a lifestyle) kiteboarding, and the way he earned his kiteboard time: traveling more than 1.5 million miles by air, working for an engineering company.
An avid windsurfer from back in the early eighties, Mark started kiting in 2000 and quickly became an addict. He soon became a new type of Frequent Flyer, earning miles of airtime boosting, popping, jumping, and soaring over the Pamlico Sound.
Why they chose this property
As his millions of Frequent Flyer miles dwindled, being used up on airfare from Cincinnati (CVG) to Norfolk (ORF), Mark realized it might be time to become a local in order to support his kite habit. In 2009, the family purchased the now Frequent Flyer. They hope that it is a fun vacation destination for families visiting the Outerbanks in the summer and a great spot for Kiters, especially Mark, in the windy off season.
What makes this property unique
From the Frequent FLyer, you can easily access both the Sound and Ocean for water activities. The spot is a dream come true for Mark and Frequent Flyer guests.
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