Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Hatteras Island is a serene oasis, known for its family-friendly charm and consistently earning its place on the Top Ten lists of Best Beaches in America.

For more than 45 years, Surf or Sound Realty has been the go-to choice for premier homes exclusively on Hatteras Island. From oceanfront retreats to soundfront sanctuaries, our offerings span all seven of the island’s charming villages. Our homes boast a diverse range of luxury amenities, including private swimming pools, elevators, hot tubs, game rooms, dog friendly accommodations, and more!.

Planning your Outer Banks escape is a breeze with Surf or Sound Realty. Benefit from our interest-free, flexible payment plans and multiple payment methods, allowing you to tailor your vacation to your budget. Keyless entry and optional early check-in provide seamless convenience, freeing you to focus on what truly matters – savoring golden sunsets, discovering hidden coastal gems, and creating memories that last a lifetime.

Embark on your Hatteras Island adventure today. Contact us for more information about our beautiful vacation rental homes on the wide-open beaches of the Outer Banks, NC!

Surf or Sound Realty Vacation Rentals

Find the perfect Surf or Sound Realty rental home.

The Islander

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe- Ocean Drive Disengage from business as usual at THE ISLANDER - a cavernous and airy four-bedroom, two full and one-half-bathroom home that sits at the edge of the ocean. With the beach at your doorstep, you won’t have to...

  • Rodanthe
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Frisco's Watch

SOUNDFRONT Frisco — Brigand’s Bay — New for 2025! — Perched on the edge of a peaceful peninsula, FRISCO’S WATCH provides both inspired vistas and instant access to Pamlico Sound, a coveted location for watersport enthusiasts, nature...

  • Frisco
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Endless Summer

OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. -Whether you are looking for a vacation during the summer, or seeking to extend your summer to another season, you'll find all the amenities you need at this enchanting home, just a short walk from the ocean and...

  • Rodanthe
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
20 Knots

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Waves - NC Hwy12 - Savor private, painless access to the sound directly from the property of this gorgeous home located in the heart of Waves, along with a enormous, private kite and watersport set-up area. Watersports enthusiasts...

  • Waves
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Osprey

OCEANVIEW Salvo – Wimble Shores Dr. – Your stay at OSPREY will top any vacation you’ve experienced, so don’t delay and book now! This bungalow is more than meets the eye. Lean back in the bubbly hot tub and let your worries steam away, or...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Sound Effect

SOUNDFRONT Waves - Lela Ct. - SOUND EFFECT is a waterman’s dream! Appreciate wind, waves, sand, and memorable sunsets. Kiters and windsurfers can launch directly from the private 130 feet of freshly upgraded grassy sound front, enough space to...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Sail Right Up

SOUNDFRONT Avon — Bluefish Ct — It’s nothing but smooth sailing when you settle into SAIL RIGHT UP, a four-bedroom/two-bath home with an enviable elevated perch to maximize the glorious vistas of Pamlico Sound. Let the water soothe your soul...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Fleur de Sea

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe – Highway 12 – FLEUR DE SEA ensures the vacation of your dreams. Windsurf from your private bulk-headed lot, plunge deep into the private pool, feel the rush of bubbles as you relax in the hot tub, or challenge your friends...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Pflueger's Lure

OCEANFRONT Avon – Moor yourself to a place of peaceful tranquility at PFLUEGER’S LURE, a six-bedroom/six-full and one-half-bath home. The home’s rich history as an homage to a world-acclaimed fishing tackle magnate and entrepreneur is evident...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
See Blue Sea

OCEANSIDE Hatteras — Sand Rd. — Not only do you have a clear view of the ocean from SEE BLUE SEA, but handsome sound vistas enhance the experience of staying in this impressive three-bedroom/two-full- and one-half-bath home located just a short...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Serendipity

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Kinnakeet Shores — In the heart of Kinnakeet Shores, SERENDIPITY will give you the serene vacation you’ve been craving. Unwind on the private dock to the lake and listen as the water laps at the shore. The morning pink glow...

  • Avon
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Ocean Tranquility

OCEANFRONT Resort Rodanthe -Find OCEAN TRANQUILITY in Rodanthe at this handsome condo on the oceanfront. Take the elevator to the second level and enter into the roomy kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tons of cabinet...

  • Rodanthe
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Beach Play

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Sand St. - Plan a playful vacation this year in BEACH PLAY. Frolic in the private swimming pool or a soak-tired muscles in the bubbly hot tub. Dry off on the new pool chairs and take in the Hatteras sun. The first level of the...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Siren's Treasure

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — Gather the family together this summer at SIREN'S TREASURE. This pretty home located across the street from the beach is just one lot away from the community boardwalk crossing the dune. The ground level...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Beach House in Waves

OCEANSIDE Waves – Sea Isle Hills Dr. THE BEACH HOME IN WAVES is an adorable beach home just a short walk from the beach with access just at the end of the street. Your family will adore the tasteful beachy décor and modren amenities package. The...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Topside

OCEANFRONT Avon - Askins Creek - One glimpse of the vistas at this vacation mainship and you'll be glad you went TOPSIDE. The ground level has a double concrete carport. The first level has four bedrooms and two baths. A master king with ensuite...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Sea La Vie

OCEANFRONT Hatteras Village — We are thrilled to announce the huge opening of Sea La Vie an executive estate home unlike any other, where luxury and relaxation intertwine effortlessly. Set amidst the photogenic beauty of OCEANFRONT Hatteras...

  • Hatteras
  • 13 Bedrooms
  • 14.5 Bathrooms
Sun Kist

CANALFRONT Avon - Cobia Way - SUN KIST is ripe with amenities and conveniences that make for a sweet vacation experience. The concrete driveway and carport lead to an under-home laundry room that is sizable enough for stowing watersports gear. Take...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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Duck Jazz Festival
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October 9, 2025

This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set...

Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

On Water's Edge 954

Hatteras Island's best seats can be found at On Water's Edge. With virtually no dune, On Water's Edge has prime beach access and completely unobstructed views of the rolling ocean and amazing sunrises. On living level one, you will find three...

  • Rodanthe
  • 4 Bedrooms