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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OCEANVIEW Salvo- Galleon Drive With so many amenities to keep your gang entertained, you won’t want to miss out on a vacation at OCEAN'S 11. Start your stay with an afternoon calming by the private pool and welcoming hot tub. There's plenty of...
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe - Cross of Honor Way - SUMMER DUCK is located across a peaceful cul-de-sac from the relaxing Pamlico Sound. Savor spectacular vistas of the sound to the west, the pristine Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge to the north...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras – Lighthouse Rd. – When you are asked the question, “what is your favorite holiday?” it will undoubtedly be HATTERAS HOLIDAY, especially after you have experienced this lavish 11-bedroom/11-full and two-half-bath home...
OCEANSIDE Salvo — Tarheel Ct. — On a clear day you can see forever from OCEAN’S 10, the aptly named ten-bedroom/ten-full and one-half-bath home that is equally adept at hosting multigenerational families, friend groups and special events...
SOUNDFRONT Avon - Albacore Lane - Savor plenty of HAPPY OURS at this enchanting soundfront home in the heart of Avon, with the wide-open beaches only a short walk away! Expansive water vistas can be appreciated from every level of the home perched...
OCEANFRONT Waves - Thalassa Ave. - Dive right into an oceanfront vacation that’s calming, rejuvenating and HEAVEN, TOO. Savor broad ocean to sound vistas and a feeling of openness with an ample supply of natural light. You’ll adore the sunrises...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Drive - LIFE'S A BEACH in this fun home across the street from the ocean on a lot that backs up to undeveloped land. Enter the first level entry with kids bunk room with Intelligent TV, a second bedroom, and full...
OCEANSIDE – Frisco Have you ever considered how a sunset can ignite the memory of a ideal day? Feel it for yourself at SUNSET CELEBRATION, a five-bedroom/three-full and one-half-bath home that gives you every reason to celebrate each day from...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Summerplace Dr. — While SHOREHOUSE does indeed sit at the edge of the ocean, this 4,859 sq. ft., seven-bedroom/seven-full and two-half-bath home is desired for its fresh, modern style, comfort, and family-friendly amenities...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. No need to comb the beach looking for a great vacation home when BEACHCOMBER is available. This striking home located on a peaceful side street provides a expansive view of the ocean from the well furnished...
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...
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 pretty...
OCEANSIDE Salvo — Merrimac Ln. — New for 2026! — Recently constructed in 2025, BELLA SALVO ensures your family vacation is really handsome, starting with a five-bedroom/three- and one-half-bath coastal getaway where treasured memories are...
OCEANFRONT Avon - Fitzwater Ct. - Everything one could want for the ideal vacation. The first level entrance opens to a roomy entryway with constructed-in desk, bookshelves, broad library, mini refrigerator, TV/DVD and queen couch bed. There is a...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - GA Kohler Ct - As blue as a cloudless sky, CASA DEL SOL evokes serenity with a symphony of breaking waves. Rise with sun or gaze at the stars on one of the open or covered oceanfront decks or simply wander to the ocean...
OCEANSIDE Salvo — Park Rd. — In the Hawaiian language, “mahi” means strong, the ideal name for a home to match your deep want for the ideal Hatteras Island hideaway. Bright and colorful like the mighty fish, this four-bedroom/three- and...
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon - Ocean Isle Loop - Luxury at its best. 5,070 sq. ft. .Top of the line amenities. Entertaining conveniences and rich decor throughout the home - inside and out. Across the peaceful street from the beach with striking ocean...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Rd. - Sister Home: This is one of two nearly identical homes sitting beside each other – rent one or both for your family. Or if this home is already rented for your week, take a look at its sister home Wa-Hoo...
Take a day trip or an afternoon off the beach to explore the heart of Historic Corolla Park, and you’ll find one of the Outer Banks’ newest and most noteworthy attractions, the Currituck Maritime Museum.
For bird lovers, the Outer Banks is hard to beat. This delicate chain of barrier islands is not only home to dozens of different native shorebirds, but also thousands of migrating birds who make a rest stop on the Outer Banks every year. Add to this...
Make memories and your own “Duck Tales” in Four Seasons, Duck on the OBX with a private pool, hot tub, and all those fabulous amenities in this gated community. Bring family and friends to this cherished and well-kept home where you can relax...
























