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Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Top Deck View
Front door view.
Albemarle Sound in the distance
Sit and Relax

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61345 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nags Head Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Canal Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock

Discover the perfect Outer Banks getaway! Our waterfront home offers an array of activities including fishing, crabbing, birdwatching, and water sports from the dock, all with stunning sunsets. We provide top-tier amenities to ensure your comfort and enjoyment. Enjoy a fully equipped, gourmet kitchen, luxurious bedding, powerful showers, and all the beach and fishing gear you need. Relax on our multiple decks and soak in the beautiful surroundings. As our guest, your experience is our priority!

We lovingly call our house Sounds Groovy OBX! For over 30 years, this was the home to the coolest, most loving grandparents ever! They were wonderful free spirits! Sounds Groovy is a tribute to them and an acknowledgement of all the beauty and kindness they shared while they were with us. They enjoyed fishing, the beach, and love and laughter. We are confident you'll experience that and much more when you visit Sounds Groovy!

Our home was beautifully renovated in 2018. Which included a brand new kitchen, new floors throughout, new showers, and new deck. Our philosophy is that if there's something we would need when staying there, our guests will need it too. You will find a kitchen completely stocked for cooking, baking, and grilling (with appliances, such as a split double oven convection range, a microwave, a crockpot, griddle, hand mixer, popcorn maker, rice maker, Keurig, coffee maker, electric tea kettle, etc.). Plus, access a variety of games, a sewing kit, a first aid kit, iron and ironing board, luggage racks, a chair in each bedroom, and many other amenities. After a long day enjoying all that the Outer Banks offers, you can sit back relax and watch shows on the 75" Smart TV. The home offers WiFi and the television is equipped with an Amazon Fire TV Stick, there is no cable television.

The house sits on the main canal off the Albemarle Sound with a dock for fishing or boat tie-up. If you are a fishing fan (like us!), check out the fish table/cleaning station! Boat dock has electricity, water, and lighting. We provide fishing rods and a simple tackle box. The house also offers an enclosed outdoor shower, which in our opinion is the best part of any beach house. We also have an outdoor entertainment area underneath the house, excellent for Crab Feasts and other group activities. One of the main highlights is the view! Take in the scenery either from the decks and from many of the expansive windows inside.

During your stay you will have complete and uninterrupted access to all areas of entire home (excluding owner's closet) including Access to the storage room (key to the right of the front door) with beach supplies, fishing gear and a second refrigerator and freezer.

WASHER AND DRYER: Available and free for your use.

OUTDOOR SHOWER: The home has a shielded/semi-private outdoor shower with excellent water pressure.

SEWING KIT: Have a mishap? Fix it in a snap!

IRON & IRONING BOARD: Provided.

FISHING RODS: Are available in lower storage, you'll need a NC fishing license.

FISH CLEANING STATION w/ RUNNING WATER: Available on dock.

NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE: Our home is equipped with a NEST smoke and carbon monoxide detector for your safety. It's super sensitive, so it will alert us if it detects smoke in the home.

There is a community pool for $3 fee per person per day, charged by the Homeowner's Association.

There is also a community boat ramp, key required. The key fee is $30.00 per week with a $10 refundable key deposit, charged by the Homeowner's Association.

Your enjoyment in our home is our PRIMARY concern. We have family in the community, so if you have any issues during your stay, we will have somebody there to assist you.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parking on the front lawn/ septic field area

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Seaside Art Gallery and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jennette's Pier and Nags Head Golf Links. Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grits Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Outer Banks Hospital. Outer Banks Mall and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

Clean, Comfortable and Convenient.

Great property! Very clean, comfortable beds, plenty of parking, and all the amenities you need. Location is just right for shopping, restaurants, etc. Canal in the backyard and a view of the sound just a stones throw away. Super easy check in and check out process. Communications with the host was on point without being invasive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

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

Great porches, very clean

Would happily stay in this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Location, Great Hosts, Great Attention to Detail. Excellent Thank you

This was a perfect get away and location. Great Hosts. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale K.

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

Wonderful location. Clean and comfortable.

We had a wonderful time at this very nicely renovated home. Great decks with wonderful views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly O.

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

Perfect OBX Spot!!

This was the absolute best place we have ever stayed in OBX! Mark & Michele were so friendly, easy to communicate with, and gave clear and easy check-in/check-out instructions. We all agreed that the beds were some of the most comfortable ones we’ve ever slept in 😂 We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Sounds Groovy for a quick weekend getaway and I have to say that all of the positive reviews you will read for this listing are spot on. I truly wish we could have stayed longer. The location is great. A very quiet, seemingly safe neighborhood near shopping, beaches and great restaurants. The house presents as pictured in the listing but when you get inside you begin to fully appreciate its uniquely pleasant design. All of the furniture and beds were comfortable for our tastes but I will note that if you simply prefer or have a medical need for a firm bed (e.g back problems ) the beds may present a challenge.Kudos to the owners who took the time to label the kitchen cabinets, climate control devices as well as the doors and locks with many helpful ‘tips.” This value add is something we haven’t experienced in other VRBO homes and it helped take a lot of the guess work out of navigating an unfamiliar home. All communications with the owners were pleasant and responsive. We would definitely consider Sounds Groovy for future OBX trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine D.

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

OBX Gem

The house was lovely and had absolutely everything we needed. Hands-down, the best rental we’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Long Weekend Together

We came to spend three nights in the Outer Banks just the two of us. We really enjoyed our visit. The house was great. We loved the views and being able to fish in the back yard. If we come back to the Outer Banks with our kids, we’ll stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

short but sweet

very nice place well maintained and in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Well equipped, clean and quiet.

Everything that we needed was at our disposal. The house was clean, comfortable and quiet. For the most part, it was a wonderful neighborhood that was conveniently located near restaurants and grocery stores. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Perfect house

Great house with all the amenities needed. Everything was labeled and instructions on how to use everything were clear. The property was clean and nicely updated. The location was great and in a very quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Stayed to attend a local wedding

The home was absolutely beautiful! We were attending a family wedding about 10 minutes away. Owners were very responsive and felt like a home away from home! Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Great experience

Everything was exactly as described in the listing. Nice location, immaculately clean. Good communication with owner. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Everything You need

One of the best stocked houses I’ve ever rented. All the things you need and more! Hosts were great and communicated quick! Love the home and water views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri G.

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

50th birthday girls road trip

Five of my bffs, sat on the balcony and visited for hours. The home like VRBO was clean, kitchen was well stocked and comfortable sleeping accommodations. The owners gave simple and concise instructions. Thank you for an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R., durham, nc usa

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

Lovely home

A lovely home that was very comfortable. Great appliances and features. Only suggestion would be to update the pots and pans, which are a bit worn and old.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan T., Cornwall, NY USA

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

Wonderful house, location, views.

This house is gorgeous! My husband and I stayed 5 nights and had a great visit. The house is situated at the intersection of two canals, and the views are beautiful. The Nags Head location is close to all the attractions we wanted to see, and the house has every amenity needed for a relaxing stay: coffee maker, tea, appliances, kitchen utensils & dishes, plenty of towels & bath supplies. Our host was always quick in responding to any questions we had, and obviously put a lot of thought into setting up this house. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B., Greensboro NC

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

Hospitality at its finest!

Everything about this home was right on point with photos and descriptions. Michele provided exceptional customer service making check in and check out a breeze. Everything has been thought out with the guest comfort and ease of use in mind. The kitchen is well equipped, organized, and clean. The beds and linens are comfortable and inviting. The property is conveniently located to must see OBX destinations of Jockey’s Ridge and the Wright Brothers Memorial and Museum. We enjoyed our little weekend getaway and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Great Stay

We only had two nights and chose this location for our first visit to Outer Banks. We were very happy with our choice. With limited time, we even managed to catch a few crab right from the dock to add to our seafood feast for dinner one night. That was a fun experience we can now add to our list of new things we’ve tried. We also enjoyed having the beach chairs and towels available for our day at the ocean too. Definitely a well stocked and appointed home. Wished we had more time to stay but very thankful to have been able to enjoy our brief time there. We hope our first visit won’t be our last!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanda B.

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

Perfect if traveling with a boat

Our family was very happy with this rental. From the extremely nice neighbors to all the extras that you have access too. The kitchen has everything you need and them some but I would advise you to use the regular coffee pot instead of the keurig that is in the door of the fridge(very fancy) but it takes a hot minute to get one cup of coffee! There is a frame in the kitchen with all the info you need to know about this house, be sure to read it! This home is located in a great location for eating, shopping, boating and laying on the beach. We would definitely rent again if we visit Nags Head.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great location, quick communication, comfortable home!

This property is one of the best we've enjoyed over the years! The owners have thought of everything to make their guests comfortable and knowledgeable about the property. All of the drawers in the kichen are labeled so that one can find what is needed, but also to be able to return it to its proper place. The TV is huge, and streaming worked great. Alexa is there to play music when desired. The living area is very comfortable with plenty of seating for a family who is working a puzzle, playing a board game, watching TV, or working remotely. The location is excellent! Beautiful views from the numerous decks, and very close to Jockeys Ridge, Wright Brothers, many restaurants and stores. The beds are soft...not good for a finicky back. Communication with owner was quick. We knew the location and how to get into the house without having to ask! We really enjoyed our time at Sounds Groovy!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

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

Peaceful and Fun.

Peaceful and beautiful location. We had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and house was clean and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Right on the canal. Plenty of space to fish. Well lite, clean anything you need is there right down to an extra toothbrush.....Well located, easy access. Nothing but great recommendations. Will stay there again, actually have stayed there before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim s.

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

Amazing propery and location

Everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

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

Wonderful!!!!!

It was everything you could possibly want in a vacation rental!!!! Clean, well stocked, excellent communication with property owners. Loved our stay. Totally recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by John McKissick

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Our home originally belonged to Mark's parents, Becky and Dave, who lived in the Outer Banks for over 30 years. Prior to living there full-time , the family frequently visited and, truly loved, all that the Outer Banks has to offer. Mark’s brother and his wife are Nags Head residents today.

We love sharing our home with our guests. Knowing our home is hosting others, as they enjoy a vacation on the Outer Banks, is almost as good as being there! We enjoy helping guests experience the area as a local might.

Our family including, Maria, Gina and Luke, look forward to continuing the family tradition of calling the Outer Banks our second home!

Why they chose this property

The home was built in 1984. It was purchased from the builder by Becky and Dave Masters. Upon their deaths in 2017, Becky and Dave's sons, David and Mark inherited the home. Michele, Mark's wife, purchased David's half in 2018. The home is now owned by Mark and Michele Masters. In time, Mark and Michele's three children, Maria, Gina and Luke will take ownership of the home. We hope to keep this home in our family and our hearts for many years to come!

What makes this property unique

The home's location on the main canal off the Albemarle Sound has always made it a wonderful place to visit. Whether you like to fish, crab off the dock or just relax, the home is a peaceful respite. The home was fully renovated in 2018 and outfitted with every amenity imaginable.

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