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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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
OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Vista Dr. - Located on a wide, uncrowded beach in exclusive St. Waves, FOREVER WAVES offers handsome ocean vistas, a huge private pool, poolside dining table set, poolside stereo speakers, hot tub and community pool and tennis...
- Waves
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
SOUNDFRONT Avon — Portside Dr. — Looking for the ultimate hideaway? OCEAN’S 12 could be your next big score, a brand-new jewel adorning the best kite beach on the Outer Banks that draws passionate watersports enthusiasts from all over the...
- Avon
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
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
OCEANVIEW Waves - La Waves Drive - Just four tons from the ocean with beautiful vistas, DANCING DUNES just might be the next dream hideaway for your family. Expansive beaches plus the unique package of handsome design, splendid vistas, private pool...
- Waves
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Drive - Let the huge staircase on the front of SELAH welcome you to your dream 5,200 sq. ft. Hatteras Island vacation. Unique features mark this gorgeous home like the brick wall which surrounds the stone-laid deck...
- Salvo
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Avon — Get a jump on creating memorable family memories when you settle into SALTY FROG, a elegantly-appointed four-bedroom/three-bath home that places you close to both the ocean and sound shorelines along with cozy and convenient...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon – Since ancient times, mariners have relied on the steadfast Stella Maris — the North Star — to guide them on their seafaring journeys. In much the same way, STELLA MARIS, a five-bedroom/four-bath home perched on the...
- Avon
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Midgett Drive - Celebrate summer, or any time of the year, at SUNDANCE. The sun is always shining on this striking home on the oceanfront in Rodanthe with simple access to the beach and the ocean waves. You can't get much...
- Rodanthe
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon - Ocean View Dr. - There will be no FLIP FLOPPIN' after deciding to book this impressive oceanfront home in Avon. With fresh furnishings and fashonable decor, this impeccable home is a must for your next Hatteras Island vacation...
- Avon
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Turtle Ct. - Feel tranquility from the decks of SERENITY COVE while watching the sun sink into the Pamlico Sound. The water vistas from this home are elegant as the lot across the peaceful cul-de-sac is undeveloped...
- Salvo
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 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-OCEANFRONT Waves - O'Neal Rd. - You'll appreciate ocean and sound vistas in this impressive semi-oceanfront beach home with direct beach access - located closer to the beach than some oceanfronts! The ground level has a double concrete...
- Waves
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Salvo – Monitor Ln. – Located in the Colony Community of Salvo, this beach box home is ideal for your summer vacation. You’ll always feel at home at SAL’S HOME. Ample gravel parking in the front of the home means you can invite...
- Salvo
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Beacon Rd. . You’ll be ALWAYS DREAMING of this roomy six bedroom home just steps from the beach and offering pretty ocean vistas from the top two levels. Appreciate watching the waves break against a striking sunrise just past...
- Rodanthe
- 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
SOUNDFRONT Avon - South Albacore Ln. - One of Avon's most trendy windsports homes. The first level has 3 bedrooms, a full bath with walk in shower, and soundfront game room with foosball table, seating area with 55" Intelligent TV and superb sound...
- Avon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves — Sea Vista Dr. — New for 2026! — Formerly Treasure Chest — Let SEPTEMBER BREEZE carry your worries away! This striking four-bedroom/three-full and one-half-bath getaway, located just one lot back from the ocean...
- Waves
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Every vacation destination has its own unique draw to potential visitors, whether it's a national monument, a fantastic shopping or dining scene, or an exotic locale that's meant for total relaxation. Many newcomers to the Outer Banks are surprised...
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...
OCEANSIDE Frisco — Runboat Cir. — Finding a unique piece of seaglass along the shore is like stumbling upon a hidden gem — much like the kismet of finding your ideal beach home. The aptly named SEAGLASSES, a four bedroom/three-full and...
- Frisco
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms