Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream

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A two-story house with a porch and a staircase leading to the second floor.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a couch with a patterned throw.
A living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white armchair, and a beige sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a sandy beach, and the ocean in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Rodanthe Beach
Sleeps 104 bedrooms5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waves, NC
  • Place, Rodanthe Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodanthe Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom (with queen bed)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Shared Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream

A rental agreement and security deposit hold is required to rent this property.

Four Seasons Rentals presents Whispering Pines—your coastal farmhouse escape in Waves, NC, just 30 minutes south of Nags Head in the Outer Banks. This oceanside retreat sits in the peaceful Tri-Villages (Rodanthe/Waves/Salvo) and is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking to unwind away from the busy tourist areas. The Pamlico Sound is a one-minute walk, and the wide Atlantic beaches are just five minutes away. (Ask us where to walk for ice cream!)

Nestled at milepost 40¾, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits in a quiet neighborhood ideal for relaxing, stargazing, watersports, and family fun. Offshore winds make this area a world-renowned spot for kiteboarding and windsurfing. Minimum renter age: 26+.

⭐ Highlights

• Oceanside location: 5-minute walk to ocean or sound
• Dog friendly: No pet fee for first 2 dogs (each additional $25; approval required)
• Coastal farmhouse design
• Fully stocked kitchen + starter supplies
• Linens & towels included (1 set/guest; beach towels not provided)
• Blackstone 28" flat-top grill + charcoal grill
• Free beach gear: chairs, umbrellas, wagons, boogie/skim boards, toys & more
• Fire pit + Adirondack chairs
• Surf fishing at the beach
• 5 TVs with streaming apps (no cable)
• 2 refrigerators (no ice maker)
• Walk to kiteboarding, jet ski rentals, restaurants & DQ
• Ring camera on exterior garage

🏡 Inside Whispering Pines

The main level features an open living area with a large TV, a well-equipped kitchen, and a spacious dining table—perfect for group meals. Grill outside, enjoy the fire pit at night, or let kids hang out in the downstairs entertainment area with foosball and a large TV.

Bedrooms

Top Level (3 Bedrooms + Shared Bathroom)
• Primary: King bed, TV
• Guest Room 2: Queen bed, Roku TV
• Guest Room 3: Twin bunks (sleep 4), Roku TV

Lower-Level Suite
• Queen bed, ensuite full bath
• Entertainment space + foosball
• 2 oscillating heaters for colder months

Linens Provided: Beds made, except top bunks (sheets provided).
Towels: One bath, hand, and washcloth per guest

☀️ Outdoor Fun

We provide everything you need for a beach or sound-front day—beach chairs, Shibumi, umbrellas, wagons, boogie boards, and more. You're close to:

• Surf fishing
• REAL Watersports + Waterman’s Bar & Grill
• Kiteboarding, kayaking, surfing, jet skiing
• Tri-Villages walkway for shops & restaurants
• Salvo Day Use Area (5–8 min drive)
• Short ferry to Ocracoke for fishing, shopping & dining

🧴 Starter Supplies

Laundry pods, dish pods, coffee pods, paper towels, dishcloth, dish liquid, soap, toilet paper, trash bags.
Not provided due to sensitivities: shampoo, conditioner, body wash. We recommend picking up extra paper products, toiletries, extra coffee, and any specific cooking items you may need.

✷ Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement within 48 hours.
✷ Security deposit hold of $500 taken 2 days before arrival
✷ Early/ Late checkout fees apply. If housekeeping can accommodate, it’s $120 for a 1 PM check-in or checkout.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
✷Renter Agreement sig req in 48hrs ✷Sec Deposit: $500✷Min age to rent: 26✷NO parties/events or RVs✷Max occup is 10 ✷ Remove trash ✷ Put up beach gear
✷No pet fee for up to 2 dogs. $25/dog after 2. Number of dogs must be pre-approved✷Close garage when leaving
✷ Pet stains, urine smell, excessive hair, damage, will incur a fee. ✷ No Smoking in house. Smoke smell: $1000 fee

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3927597vb
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.
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
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 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 first aid kit

About the area

Rodanthe

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South Rodanthe, a neighbourhood in Rodanthe. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Waves, NC

What's nearby

  • Rodanthe Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 10 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 17 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Waves Coffee & Candies - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beads & Beans OBX - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tina's Poolside Cafe - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream on 7 Sept 2026 start from £857, 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.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream located?

This family-friendly Rodanthe holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pamlico Sound and Rodanthe Pier. Salvo Beach and Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Four Seasons Rentals

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