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!
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SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Dory Road - Just a stone's throw to the sound (10 yards away), where windsport adventures abound. Seductive breezes, legendary sunsets and expansive vistas from the triple-level decks will entertain spectators of all ages. This...
- Salvo
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Drive - Striking ocean vistas, simple beach access and great value are all features of this statuesque home just one lot back from the beach in Salvo. Your adventure at MY MIRAMAR begins as you pull into the under-home...
- Salvo
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon - Croaker Ct KINNAKEET RETREAT provides the best of both oceanfront convenience with great value! Walk directly from the home over the dune to the beach and savor a day of sun and surf. Return to a exhilarating rinse int he outdoor...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Ct. Be prepared to be pampered because this impressive one-lot-back home has anticipated your every need. Located on a peaceful, low traffic street, SURF MUSIC sets the standard for beach vacation comfort and...
- Hatteras
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
OCEANSIDE Rodanthe — Sea Oats Dr. — New for 2026! — Welcome to WAVE BREAKER, where the moment you step inside, you'll feel the gentle ebb and flow of the tide reflected in every detail of this five-bedroom/three-bathroom oceanside getaway...
- Rodanthe
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
SEMI-SOUNDFONT Salvo — Wind Over Waves — Whether your want is to slow your pace or fuel an adrenaline rush, you can embrace the journey at RIDE LIKE THE WIND, a seven-bedroom/seven full- and one-half-bath home to fulfill your vacation dreams...
- Salvo
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
OCEAN SIDE Avon — Ocean Isle Estates — Set your sights on clear horizons when you settle into SEA SMOKE, a charmingly appointed six-bedroom/five-full and one-half bath home just a short walk to the community beach boardwalk and the ocean’s...
- Avon
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Summerplace Dr. Surf your way to fun and relaxation with a vacation at POINT BREAK. This cute home just one lot from the ocean, features a private pool area that is ideal for hanging out or kicking back. Inside, the...
- Hatteras
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Landing Escape to USQUAEBACH, a lavish 4,780 sq. ft. home on the tip of Hatteras Island and surrounded by 320-degree vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. Lovingly reimagined by new owners, guests will...
- Hatteras
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Waves - Thalassa Ave. - Dive right into an oceanfront vacation that’s calming, rejuvenating and HEAVEN, TOO. Appreciate broad ocean to sound vistas and a feeling of openness with an ample supply of natural light. You’ll adore the...
- Waves
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Hatteras — Hatteras Estates — When planning a beach vacation, do you include a balance of rest, relaxation, recreation, and maybe even a little personal reinvention in your future endeavors? An affirmative answer may lead you to the...
- Hatteras
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
OCEANSIDE Avon — Greenwood Pl. — A quintessential blend of coastal appeal and rustic elegance, AVON BEACH DREAM is a haven of relaxation and tranquility. Located in peaceful Greenwood Place, a natural screen of trees offers a private enclave...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Avon — Castaway Ct. — Your ticket to heaven awaits at PARROT POINTE, a seven-bedroom/six-and one-half bath home that fronts a peaceful cul-de-sac and backs the sanctuary of Pamlico Sound. Bring your extended family, including two...
- Avon
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe – Caribbean Way - Watch the waves in luxury at CARIBBEAN WAVE. This eight-bedroom, 5,200 sq. ft., estate is only steps from the ocean and outfitted with all the amenities you need to make your vacation memorable. With...
- Rodanthe
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Frisco - Shoresurf Lane - Conjuring thoughts of mermaids brings to mind sea breezes, the sound of waves, and birds calling to each other. Let MERMAID'S KEEP fill your mind with thoughts of rest, relaxation, fun in the sun, and a calming...
- Frisco
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
SOUNDFRONT Hatteras — Shoal Dr. — Calypso, the Greek goddess of the sea, was acclaimed for her beauty, which makes CALYPSO HATTERAS fittingly named, as the sunset and sound vistas from this uniquely round home are indescribably beautiful. With...
- Hatteras
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Bluebeard Rd. - Does the anxiety of day to day living get you down? Then you can experience CHANGES IN ATTITUDE at this handsome Hatteras Island hideaway. Retreat from the hustle and bustle, leave your cares behind and plunge...
- Salvo
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT — Kinnakeet Dr., Avon — Yes, you have discovered a jewel of a home - a ideal dream hideaway amidst the sea and stars. TIFFY BLUE is a haven of charming coastal living just steps away from the shimmering ocean. Park your cars in the...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
We love to highlight some of the best and most interesting Outer Banks restaurants, shops, attractions and activities. Read on to discover some of our favorites!
More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...
The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Durant Station Condo, Unit 210 — SEA-FANTASY is everything its name implies. With spectacular ocean and sound vistas from private decks on both sides, you can watch the sun both rise and set as your imagination plays with...
- Hatteras
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms