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A beachside pier with a lifeguard station. - Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball (Avon)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a wooden countertop, and a sink. - Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball (Avon)
A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a pool. - Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball (Avon)
A wooden Adirondack chair with "ITS 5:00 SOMEWHERE" and "AFTERNOON DELIGHT" carved into it, positioned by a calm lake with a house in the background. - Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball (Avon)
A balcony with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a residential area with houses and trees. - Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball (Avon)
At Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball

  • It’s Island Time! 3 story beach house w gated level for pups. Every room has its own deck where you can read in a hammock, practice yoga or relax under the stars. Fishermans delight- Under the house is a refrigerator, an outdoor shower, park style grill, picnic table and a pressure washer.
    Wanna get out? Walk to the beach in 5 minutes, 4WD Ramp 38 is 5 min away, Kite-board in the Pamlico Sound, visit Hatteras Light (visible from the rear deck) or catch a ferry and day trip to Ocracoke.
    Renters enjoy shared (Olympic-sized) pool and court access. New for 2026- two pickleball courts! OBX favorites are all within walking distance- Duck Donuts, LaFogata, Dicks Crab house. Or restock at Food Lion, Ace Hardware or Island Pharmacy.
    New for 2026! New carpet plus enlarged new deck and patio furniture.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Avon, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Avon travel guide
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Avon, NC

What's nearby

  • A beach with a row of houses along the shore.
    Outer Banks Beaches
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A sunset over a calm body of water with a sailboat and distant shoreline.
    Pamlico Sound
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard tower, and a cloudy sky.
    Avon Fishing Pier
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Surf's Up
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hatteras Island Boardsports
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    173 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Froggy Dog
    4 min drive
  • Dirty Dick's Crab House
    13 min walk
  • Diamond Shoals Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Angelo's Pizza
    9 min drive
  • Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Hatteras Island Boardsports, and Surf's Up. Avon Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

My family and I had a lovely time and enjoyed your home and all you had to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June stay

Property is older but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

Communication with homeowners was perfect! Property was very clean, stocked with everything you would need for the week +, and spacious! They are pet friendly as well and my doggo loved it. Will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Emocean

We had a wonderful stay in this house! Great communication with the owners who made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Close to the beach, shopping and the pool. I loved the special touch of a dog bowl just for our little pup!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great neighborhood

This home was perfect for our family of four and dog. It is located in a private, quiet neighborhood on the sound side but still within a short walking distance to the beach. It has a unique reverse floor plan with everything you need for a great vacation. The owner is super friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation yet!

The house mouse was everything we expected.. and even more, but what made the stay even more enjoyable is the communication with the owners, knowing they were right there for any questions or concerns. Also, with hurricane Debby trying to come through, the owners made sure we were safe, and had additional help if needed. Most certainly a 5 star rating! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at sweet em ocean

We had a nice vacation here! Loved that the beach was right across the street. Avon is a nice town the beach was our favorite part even saw some dolphins and loved collecting shells on the beach and the bridge to get to the beach got to see a few turtles.The outdoor decks were nice to sit outside and relax and could see the ocean from a couple decks. My teenage kids loved that an ice cream truck came through the neighborhood every day. Hosts were very responsive. Thank you for stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

This place had it all! The location was great. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly. It was a short walk to the beach but get the 4x4 pass because there are a lot of beach access ramps to choone from. We mostly went to ramp 44 because at the point there were lots of shells and we could watch people fish. We saw dolphins, turtles, and spinner sharks jumping completely out of the water. The owners were helpful with any questions we had. The place was very clean and comfortable. We saw many shooting stars right from the back deck. I would highly recommend this rental
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We stayed last week in this house. I will say that it looked like the photos which had multiple bedrooms and decks that my family enjoyed.We had multiple issues with this property though. There were a handful of items listed on the website that it had, but that were not there; one of them being as important as a pack and play which is one of the reasons we rented this houses making it seem like it would be young children friendly. The host was able to get one dropped off, but there was a lot of back and forth to get it. We also had issues with pests the whole time. We did bring this up and it was mentioned that the property needed to be pest sprayed again, but since we had children there they pushed it. Overall the place was not clean and comfortable. It had a burnt food smell that we could not get to go away and it was not a nice place for young children which the items listed on the website made it seem like it would be. We did stay an extra day only because of a discount given and another family group was staying longer. If these two things didn’t happen then we would have not stayed longer. This property has so much potential, but overall it really needs to be deep cleaned.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Avon Calling!

Sweet Em-Ocean is a light, spacious property located close to the beach. We spent at least half of every day at the beach and the waves were so fun! The top floor of the house-where the kitchen and living room are, is flanked by three balconies so you feel like you’re on top of the world! The beds were clean and comfortable and everything was in good working order. Beware of the fridge door, however. It’s low to the floor and we all scraped the tops of our feet at least once! Would definitely return to Avon and Sweet Em-Ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was very clean,and discretion was very accurate.They had anything you needed for the beach. There is a fenced in area for dogs.it was easy to get in contact with the owners and they responded quickly. They also have a pottery store where you can make your own along with other things fun for children and adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Family beach week

The house had everything we need for the stay and Dawn was an amazing host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

This property was clean, close to the beach and accommodated my family well. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at Sweet EmOcean

Had a lovely stay at Sweet EmOcean. The property was nice and roomy and very close to Food Lion and other places that was super convenient. We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location and super helpful host

This is a beautiful property in the perfect location. Slept 7 Adults very comfortably and was very clean and well maintained. The Host John was very responsive to messages before our arrival and very accommodating. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Sweet Emocean is a quaint home located in a beautiful, clean and calm neighborhood. Our family loved all the different views from each deck. The short walk to the beach was just perfect for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet EmOcean

The property was clean & updated. They had everything you need for a beach stay. It is very accessible to the beach and the community pool & tennis courts were equally nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First timers at Outer Banks

The property was great we spent most of time on the top floor. Started the week with rain but eventually the weather turned around. Spent every minute on the beach, it was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxed

Just Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home away from home

We enjoyed the booking process from start to finish. This beach house felt so special. It was close enough to walk to the beach, the pool and the grocery store. It was super clean. I can’t wait to come back again and again. The owners put a lot of effort into making the home special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise ❤️🏝️

Our first time staying in Avon. It was amazing!! SweetEmOcean is a beautiful home and exactly as pictured. Spacious, clean, with great views. John was so wonderful answering all of our questions. Awesome host!! We will definitely be back ☀️
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Family Vacation

Had minor issues which were addressed as soon as I reached out. The house was as nice as pictured. Not quite as close to the beach as we though but close enough. The bridge on the path to the beach had TONS of turtles which we all enjoyed watching them swarm when they saw people. Overall happy with stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our group

Great place to stay with all the amenities that you would have at your own house! Great communication between me the host. It’s close to everything you need. House was clean and stocked with the necessities you need to get started! Perfectly setup for your pet also. We will definitely keep coming back .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter 2022

The house was really nice and inviting. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Beautiful views from decks on each level and all sides of the house, could see the ocean from the top deck which was nice since it was cool and very windy on Easter Sunday. The yard under the house if fully fenced-in which was great since we had dogs with us. The owners were incredible and extra responsive to our needs and requests. We highly recommend this house and if you are there in warmer weather, everything needed for a beach day was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022