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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OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Dr. — If treasured family moments feel like they are few and fleeting, PATAGONIA BY THE SEA will inspire you to reclaim that precious time in a oceanside setting that defies description. Everything you want for that...
OCEANVIEW Avon - Between Pamlico Ct. and NC 12 - If you are looking for a good itch or niche, try SAND FLEA. Two tons from the ocean, two tons from 12 miles of pristine National Seashore and close to sound access for windsurfing. The skytop deck...
OCEANSIDE Waves – Island Pines Dr. — FUN FACTORY is not just a beach home; it's a sanctuary for those who crave relaxation and memorable memories where every moment is an opportunity to embrace life to the fullest. Freshly constructed in a...
SOUNDSIDE Avon — Pompano Drive — This attractively priced bungalow is a fashionable favorite for charming couples, windsurfers, fishermen and anyone else seeking a peaceful home away from home. With unspoiled natural land on both sides...
OCEANFRONT Avon - Kinnakeet Shores Everyone's winning at WINFINITY with its impressive ocean vistas and simple beach access. The huge concrete drive and carport provide parking for multiple cars and the 1st level dry entry accepts convenient access...
SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Juliann Court - With a secluded soundfront location and striking soundfront vistas, WINDY is a breath of fresh air. If the family forecast calls for plenty of evenings outdoors, you’ll adore the broad under home area and...
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Galleon Drive - With an simple walk to the waves, you'll find plenty of reasons to go and SURF IT UP. For a break from the breakers, take a splash in the private pool with Tiki bar or soak in the bubbly hot tub. Step inside and...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — Turn an ordinary beach hideaway into a sensational one when you bring your family to SUNSATIONAL, a seven-bedroom/eight-and one-half bath home perched on the ocean’s edge. Sitting on a half-acre in a...
SOUNDSIDE Avon — W. Sunfish Ct. — The ideal blend of idyllic Cape Cod appeal and Hatteras Island coastal comfort? Yes, please! BEACH DAY RETREAT, a distinctive three-bedroom/two-bath bungalow delivers on both with loads of family-friendly...
SOUNDFRONT Waves - Lela Ct. - SOUND EFFECT is a waterman’s dream! Appreciate wind, waves, sand, and memorable sunsets. Kiters and windsurfers can launch directly from the private 130 feet of freshly upgraded grassy sound front, enough space to...
OCEANFRONT Avon – Jollie Rd. – From the moment you walk up to the front of this four-bedroom/two-bathroom home and pass the Zen Garden, the currents of calm are immediately apparent. There are plenty of reasons to soak up sun, sea, and sky...
SOUNDFRONT Waves — NC Hwy. 12 — As the sun dips below SOUND BOUND, the sky ignites in a elegant display of crimson and gold. This evening spectacle fuels dreams of tomorrow: a cloudless canvas, gentle breezes, and the ideal conditions to...
SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe - Cross of Honor Way - 2nd WIND is the only home in Mirlo Beach with its own private sandy soundfront beach, ideal for kids's wading and exploring in safety without the worry of big waves. Unwind, recharge and rejuvenate in this...
OCEANVIEW Waves - Sea Isle Shores - CHEERS & SUNSHINE is all that its moniker implies: a sun-filled home that inspires you to raise a glass to your good fortune of finding such a ideal vacation hideaway. Radiating casual elegance, this...
OCEANFRONT Avon - NC Highway 12 - Of all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world, CASABLANCA is the oceanfront property you want to walk into. A pet-friendly vacation home with a private boardwalk to the beach, this 5-bedroom/5-bath...
Many beachgoers enjoy the simplicity of soaking up the sun, sipping a beverage or reading a book. Sometimes we prefer a little friendly competition or just some play time in the surf. And of course, kids are always in motion on the sand. Here are...
More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...
With 150 miles of pristine coastline, and some of the East Coast's largest swaths of undisturbed maritime forest, the Outer Banks is a popular destination for nature lovers. As an important spot on America's "Flyway," which is the route that...
OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — Turn an ordinary beach hideaway into a sensational one when you bring your family to SUNSATIONAL, a seven-bedroom/eight-and one-half bath home perched on the ocean’s edge. Sitting on a half-acre in a...




















