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 Avon — S. Beachcomber Dr. — Discover your own island escape, a slice of heaven straight out of a Jimmy Buffett novel. SALTY PIECE OF LAND, a four-bedroom/five-full and one-half bath home offers the ideal family getaway or a...
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...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Durant Station Condo, Unit 311 — It’s a rare thing when an oceanfront location reveals both sunrise and sunset vistas, but SUNSET CORNER magnificently obliges with a wrap-around balcony to take in the dual delight...
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Galleon Dr. - The owners of this home are constantly updating with new features and personal touches and keep the home looking like new. Whether you are splashing in your own private pool, appreciating the poolside tiki...
OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Isle Hills Dr.- SEADUCTION is certain to entice you to want to stay here forever. Everything you will need to complete your vacation fantasy has been considered. The entry level features a bedroom with 1 set of bunk beds and a...
SOUNDFRONT Avon, Kinnakeet Shores — Is it possible to find an getaway of serenity, moments of sheer exhilaration, and surroundings that inspire connection all in one vacation experience? CAYMAN SUNSET is all the proof you need that a 6,500 sq. ft...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — New for 2026! — Imagine your dream beach hideaway at OCEAN’S 31, a calming five-bedroom/five- and one-half bath home that becomes a personal slice of heaven where the sound of waves is your constant...
OCEANVIEW Waves - Bold Dune Dr. - First class amenities combine to make BOLD SURF a vacation home of 3,520 sq. ft. that's sure to grab your attention. Jump right into your vacation with a splash in the private swimming pool or soothe your spirit...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Drive — Find yourself just steps away from a glorious stretch of sandy beach and miles away from life’s daily cares and distractions at THE MOTHERSHIP, a five-bedroom/five-full and one-half-bath home in handsome...
OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. - This roomy, attractively appointed home on the Atlantic shore is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate in uncompromising comfort. The paved carport at the entry level leads to a game room complete with air...
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Holiday -Let ISLAND BREEZE take you away on vacation this year with both ocean vistas and unbelievable sound vistas, bright, colorful rooms, fun island décor and all the amenities of home. As you would expect from a home...
OCEANSIDE Buxton — Buxton Pointe Ct. — Welcome to BLUE DOLPHIN, a brand new six-bedroom/five full and one-half bath home that embraces the spirit of its joyful and graceful namesake. There’s a lot here to bring out your own pod’s social and...
SOUNDSIDE Salvo – Wind Over Waves – Everything is more than alright when you discover IT’S ALL GOOD, a six-bedroom/five-full- and two-half-bath home located in an fresh community of gracious homes that share a 100-foot pier and boat ramp on...
OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. - Start your vacation off right with a dip in the private oceanfront pool. Sunbathe in a chaise or relax in the bubbly hot tub. A gas grille is close by for tossing some burgers on the grille for dinner. Step up the...
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Harbor Ct. - Vistas, Vistas, Vistas in every direction from every room and deck. Appreciate the peaceful pace of the morning as you drink your coffee and observe the Pelicans as they search for breakfast. Watch...
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Waves - NC Hwy12 - Savor private, painless access to the sound directly from the property of this striking home located in the heart of Waves, along with a enormous, private kite and watersport set-up area. Watersports enthusiasts...
SOUNDFRONT Frisco — Brigand’s Bay — 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 lovers, dreamers, and...
CANALFRONT Frisco — Salt Creek Ct. — Discover roomy one-level living at HATTERAS HAYVEN, a hidden gem located in peaceful Frisco’s Village at Salt Creek. From its creekside location, this three-bedroom/two-bath home offers direct sound access...
While several of the Outer Banks' most popular sports seemingly flew onto the scene in the past decade or two, like kiteboarding or stand up paddle boarding (SUP), windsurfing has been drawing water sports lovers to the North Carolina coast for...
Ask any crowd of visiting kiteboarders about Kite Point, and they'll readily give you exact directions to this unmarked but internationally renowned soundside beach. Located in between Avon and Buxton villages abutting the Pamlico Sound, Kite Point...
The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — It is no modest feat to find the ideal vacation hideaway, yet FEAT IN THE SAND may come the closest to fulfilling your wish. Settle into four levels of inspired vacation living — thoughtfully refreshed...
























