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 Avon - Kinnakeet Shores - There are plenty of private deck spaces to appreciate the best vacation at PRIVASEA BEACH. Ease back into the hot tub on the pool deck while your family splashes in the pool. The glistening Pamlico Sound is...
SOUNDFRONT Avon, Island Creek Resort — Let your cares drift and good vibes flow as you settle into ISLAND BREEZE AVON, one of just 16 homes in a peaceful community with a communal connection to water. Launch both your watercraft and your dreams...
OCEANFRONT Avon – Due East Rd. – Located on the peaceful Avon beachfront, KINNAKEET DUNES doesn't hold back a single delightful sunrise or one memorable moment from being yours. With cavernous, sunny decks providing a front-row seat to the...
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Rampart Street - Appreciate the sweet days of summer at SUMMER BREEZE and have not a care in the world. This 3,230 sq. ft. bespoke-constructed home in Salvo is located just four tons from the beach with access at the end of the...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Ocean Dr. - Bedecked in both modern coastal appeal and wrap-around verandas that reveal spectacular expansive vistas, DECKED OUT lives up to its name in every possible way. Sitting just a block off the ocean, this...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — When the dog days of summer have you yearning for the beach, lead your pack to PAWS IN THE WATER, a five-bedroom/three- and one-half-bath home perched on the ocean’s edge. Enhanced by the natural elements of...
OCEANVIEW Avon — Ocean Isle Estates — Life is a breeze when you settle into AVON SEA BREEZE for your Hatteras Island vacation, as this gorgeously refreshed seven-bedroom/six-full and two-half-bath home has everything you need to completely...
SOUNDSIDE Salvo — North Sand Dollar Ct. — If you're looking for a appealing home with vistas of both ocean and sound, KNIGHTS IN SALVO will come to your rescue. Located in Wind over Waves community with community sound access and boat ramp...
OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Laura Lane - Sister Home: This is one of two nearly identical homes sitting beside each other – rent one or both for your group. Or if this home is already rented for your week, take a look at its sister home Horatio's...
OCEANVIEW Avon — Greenwood Pl. — Amenity selection, fine furnishings and convenient location have come together to create a handsome composition at MEDLEY PARADISE. Located in the heart of Avon, you can walk to the grocery store, shopping and...
OCEANFRONT Salvo – What better place to bring your pooch than SALTY PAWS, a dog friendly home perched just beyond the ocean dunes. It’s painless to see how this eight-bedroom/six- and two-half-bath home achieves tail-wagging approval from...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Kinnakeet Dr. — Formerly Surf Tones — Welcome to THE KRUSTY CRAB, an oceanfront getaway destined to transform your fantasy vacation into reality. Sitting right on the beach, this freshly modernized four-bedroom/two full...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — It’s often the simplest things that spark the greatest joys. Watching the ocean waves roll ashore from an elevated perch. Diving into a good book after dipping into a cool pool. Gathering your family or best...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — Let your worries float away with the tide at DRIFTING DUNES. Located on a rather street in Avon, your family will appreciate the oceanfront vistas and access from this classic beach bungalow. Unwind poolside...
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Fourth St. - Evoke old memories of past Outer Banks vacations with BEACH MUSIC's classic Hatteras architecture and simple-going appeal. Spend lazy afternoons calming by the shining private pool or savor an evening soak in the...
SOUNDSIDE Salvo - Sand Dollar Ct. - Start your ISLAND FANTASY soaking in the rays by your shining private swimming pool and sizable 8-person hot tub with convenient cabana bath. Step inside and savor the game room with pool table and wet bar with...
SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe — Cross of Honor Way — Ready to ditch life’s sensory overload for the gentle pace of soundfront living? Immerse yourself in SURROUND SOUND, a four-level, five-bedroom/five-bathroom home where relaxing moments, calming...
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Turtle Ct. The gorgeous sunsets you'll see from this sizable, finely-appointed home will take your breath away! Stay at FIRE ISLAND and savor all of the activities the Outer Banks has to offer including community sound...
In the waters off the coast of North Carolina lies a world of adventure and competition brought vividly to life by the TV series "Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks." This captivating show, an offshoot of National Geographic's highly successful "Wicked Tuna,...
Forget Hawaii and California - on the East Coast, the best place for surf is on the Outer Banks, and this region is renowned as one of the best surfing destinations from New York to Florida. Surfers from all over the country and the world flock to...
Outer Banks vacationers may come for the gorgeous beaches, but often they come back again and again for the attractions and activities off the sand. Because of the Outer Banks' mixture of natural landscapes and historical attractions, one of the...
OCEANFRONT Salvo - Farrow Drive Live THE HI LIFE in this gorgeous oceanfront home. Its extravagant furnishings, modren appliances and thoughtful amenities will elevate your vacation experience. Start your vacation off right in this 4,680 sq. ft. ...
























