Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby
OCEANSIDE Waves — Sea Isle Hills Dr. — In spite of trying to find a reason to continue your search for a vacation rental, IN SPITE OF OURSELVES just may make you stop right here. Located nearly equal distance from both the ocean and Pamlico Sound — with views of each visible from multiple decks — this spacious four-bedroom/three full and two-half bath home checks all the boxes for those seeking the quintessential Hatteras Island experience.
One of those boxes is that you can bring up to two dogs, so no family member is left behind. If you’re hoping to get some fishing in, there’s a fish cleaning table and an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day in or on the water. Hang out in the lower level’s media room featuring a spacious sectional sofa to watch the Smart TV and a small beverage refrigerator to keep your beverages sufficiently chilled. There’s a love seat/single sleeper sofa and a half-bath here, too.
The first level is home to three of the home’s four bedrooms including a queen master bedroom with ensuite bath and a queen and two single bunk beds that share a full hallway bathroom. All of these rooms have access to a covered deck. The final bedroom, a king master, with a spacious ensuite bath featuring a jetted tub and access to an ocean-facing deck, is located on the second level. All of the bedrooms are equipped with Smart TVs.
On the top level, discover an open and airy great room that brings your family together for those memorable moments that check even more boxes — happy hours complemented by cross breezes from the wraparound decks or screened-in porch; dinners that last for hours around a spacious dining table; and family time watching favorite shows on the Smart TV. The family cook will love the well-equipped kitchen with plenty of room to prep family-favorite meals that can also be served at the four-seat breakfast counter or outside at the picnic table. Wind down the day with a soothing soak in the 6-person hot tub, a perfect place to check that final box under a moonlit sky. Book IN SPITE OF OURSELVES and feel complete.
New for 2024: New Polywood® deck furniture. New Smart TV in the media room.
(2 masters) 1 king, 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 bunkbeds, single sleeper sofa (media room) Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths provided May 23 - September 4, 2026. Additional linens and towels available for rent.
Non-smoking/vaping 6 Smart TVs 6-Person hot tub Media room Grill – charcoal Outdoor shower Polywood® deck seating Beverage refrigerator Screened-in porch Electronic keyless door lock WiFi Welcome bag Dog friendly
Dogs are welcome for a fee of $200/dog/week.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the $200 weekly fee will apply for each dog and will be added once your reservation is finalized.
This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.
More payment options are available after booking.
Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-refundable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy, or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your email. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.
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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 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
About the area
Waves
Located in Waves, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Rodanthe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Salvo Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Dough Shack - 19 min walk
Waves Coffee & Candies - 3 min drive
Mirro’s Cafe - 11 min walk
Tina's Poolside Cafe - 13 min walk
Beads & Beans OBX - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby on 5 Sept, 2026 start from S$292, 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 at Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby?
Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanside Dog Friendly Home w/ Hot Tub, Screen Porch, Media Room, Beach Nearby located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of beach, Rodanthe Beach and Salvo Beach. Rodanthe Pier and Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
"In Spite of Ourselves" was the perfect home for our spring break getaway. It was super clean, well appointed and comfortable for our family. They thought of just about everything, so we were able to just relax and enjoy our stay. The area itself was quiet and away from the touristy areas, which we prefer. It was a nice halfway point between Nags Head and Ocracoke. Everywhere we wanted to visit was within a half hour drive. The beach was a quick and easy 5 minute walk down the street. We had a fabulous time and would definitely recommend this home.
LuanneMZ
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2025
We are so thrilled to hear you and your family had such a great spring break vacation! Thanks so much for this wonderful description of In Spite of Ourselves, Luanne! We appreciate your compliments on our service, your heartfelt endorsement, and this amazing 5-star review!
Very nice home but had an issue with the rental company
Beautiful and comfortable home, equipped with all the comforts to make a wonderful and memorable vacation with the family. My only complaint lies with the surf or sound rental company. Shortly
after we arrived (Sunday, August 18), we discovered that the plumbing under the kitchen sink had a significant leak due to loose plumbing. On Monday morning (August 19), I contacted the property manager and she did send maintenance out, they were unable to fix the issue, stating that an actual plumber was needed and that they would send one. No one came. The next morning on Tuesday (August 19), I again contacted the property manager who stated she would look into it but I then never heard back, nor did a plumber ever come to repair the issue, therefore causing us to transport dishes back and forth between the kitchen and the small bathroom sink, in order to wash them for the rest of our vacation. While we enjoyed our stay at this property, I would not stay due to the poor customer service from the rental company.
Nikki D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Thank you for your compliments about In Spite of Ourselves - #1163, Nikki. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience. Scheduling errors like the one you've described are generally very rare for our teams, and we assure you that this experience was not at all typical of the service we pride ourselves on providing.
We hope that, with some time, you will grant us another opportunity to impress and delight you.
-Your friends at Surf or Sound Realty
Thank you for the perfect 5-star rating, Sarah! We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us at In Spite of Ourselves - #1163. We're delighted to know you had such a great experience. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing Outer Banks getaway!
About the host
Hosted by Surf or Sound
Surf or Sound Realty is a premier property management and real estate sales company located on Hatteras Island, North Carolina. Since 1978, we have grown to manage nearly 600 vacation homes, welcoming more than 100,000 guests and 12,000 reservations annually.
Our locally owned and operated company has taken care of Hatteras Island vacation rental homeowners and vacationers for over 45 years. Throughout our journey, we have accumulated decades of experience in managing homes exclusively on Hatteras Island. Our commitment to excellence and personalized services has made us a trusted name in the industry.
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