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 Frisco — Treasure Ct. — If serendipity is an unexpected valuable discovery, then BEACH SERENDIPITY TOO is the aptly named home to inspire those memorable and surprising moments you hope for on a vacation hideaway. This...
- Frisco
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Avon - Wahoo Circle - Featured on HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation®” – What better way to watch seagulls making lazy circles in the sky than from CIRCLE IN THE SAND, where 360-degree vistas are just one special...
- Avon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Waves - Thalassa Ave There is no reason to draw a line in the sand when choosing a resort home for your family’s next beach vacation. That is because LAUGHING GULL LANDING requires no compromise — everything you want in a restorative...
- Waves
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon - Beachcomber Drive - Consider this beach treasure a while and your mind will start its journey. Watch the colors of sunrise or a graceful formation of pelicans from this fantastic setting. Lots of decking, well appointed...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Salvo — N. Sand Dollar Ct. — New for 2026! — Imagine a place where golden sunsets paint the sky every evening, and the only thing on your family's agenda is deciding between a poolside drink or a movie marathon. Now make it a...
- Salvo
- 9 Bedrooms
- 9.5 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves - Wimble Shores North - Great vacations begin at WHIT'S END…a semi-oceanfront island hideaway just one lot back from the ocean. Appreciate unique amenities, roomy areas, and ocean vistas from every room! Unwind in the hot...
- Waves
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Avon - Costen Light Ct. - If you spend a lot of time dreaming about Hatteras Island, then stay at A DREAM COME TRUE and make it reality! This handsome soundside home in Kinnakeet Shores accepts you to experience the natural beauty of...
- Avon
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Bluebeard Rd. - Make LOU'S RETREAT your family's favorite beach hideaway. Known by the neighbors as the “Castle home”, it’s just a five min walk from the ocean. Lou’s offers simple beach access with ample ocean and sound...
- Salvo
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon - Askins Creek Dr. - See the ocean from a unique VANTAGE POINT in this home with many modern and comfortable features. Unwind and appreciate a movie in the den with home theater system, or escape for a bit of peaceful time in the...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
OCEANSIDE Salvo — Wimble Shores Dr. — Imagine walking along a beach and discovering a message in a bottle. Such serendipity! The phenomenon of finding such an unexpected treasure is how you will feel about the four-bedroom/three- and...
- Salvo
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Salvo - Ocean St - Retreat from your every day grind to SANDY BEACH RETREAT! But there is so much more to this getaway than its direct access to the sandy beach. This striking oceanfront estate features 8 master bedrooms with huge...
- Salvo
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10 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 Salvo – Ocean St. – Just as Hatteras Island’s sand dunes naturally protect its striking beaches; the serene surroundings of DOLPHINS' WATCH provide a welcome respite between you and the world beyond. If you are looking for a heaven...
- Salvo
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Drive - Feel BELLA BREZZA at this bespoke designed beach front home. Parlor in the pool while the ocean waves curl just over the dunes. Take a moment of tranquility on one of the two upper decks to watch the sunrise over...
- Salvo
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Surf Side Dr. - Live life to its fullest at TRIPLE FINS. This striking 5-bedroom home, just a short two-min. walk to the oceanfront, is the place to be for your Hatteras Island hideaway. It is ideal for families effortlessly...
- Rodanthe
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Salvo - N. Sand Dollar Ct. - Your mind will be wandering back to CAROLINA DAYDREAM long after this year's vacation memories have been made. The dream begins with the private swimming pool with close by 6-person hot tub. Just steps inside...
- Salvo
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Avon - Sandfiddler Ln. - Thinking about spending some FAMILY TIME at the beach? Well, here is the ideal location for your family. The private swimming pool is a great place to start your vacation, and the kids will appreciate the...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Fifth St. - At the end of a long drive, there aren't many places you'd rather relax than at SALVOASIS BY THE SEA, this well-appointed beach home just one lot back from the beach and close to an ORV ramp. Start your vacation...
- Salvo
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Located just South of Salvo proper, the Salvo Day Use Area provides a peaceful haven for families, beachgoers, and watersports lovers. This park offers the perfect backdrop for taking in the Outer Banks' rich history and natural beauty. Everyone may...
In the past few years, the Outer Banks has become a popular destination for large families and groups who are planning a beach wedding, a corporate retreat, or just a casual family reunion. This turn of recent events is due in no small part to the...
Located just south of Nags Head, Coquina Beach is a refreshingly undeveloped stretch of shoreline that's close to the central Outer Banks towns of Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Kitty Hawk, but feels like it's miles away.
SOUNDFRONT Avon — Kinnakeet Shores — Nothing defines relaxing more than when you can pause to celebrate the brilliance of a setting sun with those you adore in a place designed just for that. Welcome to LE TAHA, a seven-bedroom/six-full and...
- Avon
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms