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Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly!

Family-friendly vacation home on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Escape to The Sandpiper, a luxurious oceanfront retreat along the pristine Cape Hatteras National Seashore. This custom-designed island haven boasts a pool, hot tub, open living area with an electric fireplace and expansive kitchen perfect for cooking meals while enjoying quality time with family and friends.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142452 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly!

One of the Highest Rated Homes on VRBO!

Super-Fast Business Class WIFI!

Immerse yourself in the soothing coastal breezes at this recently renovated oceanfront home, nestled along the pristine Cape Hatteras National Seashore. This custom designed island retreat is one of a kind - boasting luxurious touches that can be hard to find in the rustic Outer Banks. Make a splash in the pool by day, stargaze from the hot tub at night, collect seashells in the morning under the ethereal pastel sunrises. These are just a few of the things that guests love to do at The Sandpiper.

Welcome to The Sandpiper, your private escape on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Designed for families and groups, this spacious oceanfront retreat blends modern comfort with timeless coastal charm. With a private pool, hot tub, multiple decks, and direct boardwalk access to the beach, every detail was created for relaxation, connection, and unforgettable memories.

Highlights

Sleeps 14 guests comfortably across 5 bedrooms + sleeper sofa

3 master suites with ensuite baths + Smart TVs

Private heated pool + hot tub with stargazing views

Peaceful neighborhood

4 furnished decks including a screened-in dining space & lounge area

Direct beach access via private boardwalk

Open-concept kitchen with new GE appliances & air fryer ovens

Family-ready with high chair, Pack ’n Play, beach toys, rafts & more

Neighborhood perks: tennis courts (seasonal) + lake with wildlife viewing

Living & Dining

Gather under the cathedral ship lap ceiling in the open living room. Cozy up by the electric fireplace and stream your favorites on the 65" LG 4K Smart TV with cable, streaming apps, and free LG Channels. The couch converts to a queen sleeper for extra space.

Cook together in the fully stocked chef’s kitchen, featuring new GE appliances with built-in air fryers, Keurig + electric kettle, blender, bakeware, and more. Between the large dining table, kitchen island, and upper deck, all 14 guests can dine together with ocean views.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

3 Master Suites: Ensuite baths, blackout curtains, ceiling fans, and wall-mounted LG Smart TVs

Primary Bath: Luxurious rainfall ceiling shower

Bunk Room & Twin Room: Perfect for kids, adjacent to full hallway bath.

Every space is designed for comfort, privacy, and rest after long beach days.

Outdoor Living

Choose from 4 furnished decks:

Lounge deck with cushioned seating (perfect for reading)

Two ocean view decks with Adirondack chairs for wave-watching

Screened-in deck with dining for six + foosball table

Unwind in the 6-person hot tub while watching sailboats drift by or stargazing at night. Pro tip: turn off the house lights for an unforgettable sky view!

The private pool is serviced regularly and can be heated to 88°F ($70/day). You’ll also find a beach toy bin with boogie boards, rafts, chairs, and crabbing nets — plus Turkish beach towels for guest use in the main bathroom closet.

Beach & Beyond

Follow the boardwalk to pristine, uncrowded beaches where the sunrises are incredible. Have fun, rinse off in the outdoor shower, then enjoy relaxing time in the private pool and hot tub.

Neighborhood extras include tennis courts (Memorial Day–Labor Day) and a lake with wildlife viewing — turtles, birds, even otters!


Things To Do

Watersports Nearby: surfing, kiteboarding, jet skiing, sailing

Nature: Pea Island Wildlife Refuge, sand dunes, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Fishing: sound, offshore charters, or right off the shore (fish cleaning station provided under the house)

Day trips: Buxton Beach (top-rated beach in the U.S.) or the free ferry to Ocracoke Island

We also provide a detailed Welcome Guide with local dining, lessons, rentals, and insider tips.


Guest Experience

We’ve designed The Sandpiper to be more than a house — it’s a coastal retreat for gathering, recharging, and creating lifelong memories.

From morning coffee with ocean breezes to relaxing evenings in the hot tub under the stars, your stay here will feel effortless and unforgettable.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Unit size: 2,452 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Waves, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Traveling with kids? Consider Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rodanthe, NC

What's nearby

  • beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rodanthe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Salvo Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rodanthe Pier - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hatteras Bowls - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lisa's Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly!?

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly! on Nov 20, 2025 start from $430.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waves vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of beach and Rodanthe Beach. Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Elegant Updated Oceanfront Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub - Fast WIFI & Dog Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Great location

Great house with ideal location. The neighborhood is serene and great for walks and biking with young children.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody F.

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

Family Celebration

Great location on OBX for a week long family celebration! Convenient to many OBX activities the length of the island, as well as good restaurants within a short drive (Buxton's Orange Blossom Bakery is a must!). The Sandpiper fulfilled our needs with lots of space, both inside and out, an equipped kitchen, pool and hot tub and doggo friendly. Thanks again Josh and Kimberly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Delightful stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Sandpiper in March 2025. The house layout suited our group really well (three kids, five adults) and had everything we needed. It was the off season so the neighborhood was sleepy, but we enjoyed the quiet and unspoiled sunrises, sunsets, and beach and (heated) pool time in between.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violet R.

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

Beautiful home - just as pictured!!

We had a wonderful long weekend in the OBX. The home is perfectly relaxing. We had everything we needed for a girls weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

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

Great spot

Spacious home with great location and love the heated pool for the fall weather trip that we had, Jacuzzi under the stars was also enjoyable overall, a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie K.

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

Girls Trip

The house was lovely. We enjoyed the hot tub and pool each evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

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

Beautiful house in the perfect location

My extended family and I had a wonderful time at The Sandpiper. Even off season, you simply can’t beat just being steps from the beach. The heated pool and hot tub allowed us to enjoy the water, even though the weather was a little cooler. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Our Family Trip To Waves

Our stay at this property was amazing! The house itself was perfect for our family. Everything we could possibly need was provided. The location was ideal with shopping conveniently located. The “walk-across” to the beach was great making access to the beach easy especially for the Littles as we had a baby and a 3 year old. We rented a beach wagon making taking beach toys and chairs a breeze. We also rented beach towels as we were all at the beach and pool all the time! Having the washer and dryer in the house was greatly appreciated as well! Communication with the owners was prompt and very helpful! They were never “put out” with our questions! We all had a VERY enjoyable stay and wish to thank our hosts for sharing their absolutely beautiful home with us for the week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeann D.

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

Birthday at the Beach

This was the perfect place for my daughter’s birthday weekend! The home was great, the neighborhood was quiet and safe. Josh was super helpful and quick to get a hold of! Would highly recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Anniversary Trip

Great beach location, nice place and amenities. Enjoyed the small town feel and made friends with a few of the locals while out enjoying the walkable bars at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Excellent location, fantastic property

This property was in fantastic condition, had a great layout and decor, was very clean and the location was amazing. Communication with the owners was crisp, reliable and very helpful. We will return to this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A wonderful stay

A fantastic location with easy access to the beach. The layout of the house is perfect for families; it was very clean and well equipped. We loved having the pool; it was super clean and sheltered. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. Would return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran T.

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

Rodanthe

Wonderful clean house in lovely location. Perfect for families.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Sandpiper

Clean, good location and very easy communication with owners.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Vacation aug 2023

Beautiful house. Very clean and well equipped and nicely decorated and excellent communication with owner. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Al W.

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

Family OBX Vacation

Beautiful home, great access to the beautiful dunes and beach. Great communication with the host. We had a wonderful time. Home renovations and upgrades were perfect. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suman K.

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

Amazing location

Wonderful,clean & beautiful house. Quick communication from host site. We had very great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria p.

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

Simply amazing

This house was amazing overall and exceeded expectations. Clean, spacious, organized, and comfortable. Not to mention very very beautiful inside and out! My family fell in love with this house and we can’t wait to come back! The pool and hot tub were definitely a nice touch to the house and the outside seating was our favorite.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Lovely home by the ocean

Beautiful home right next to the ocean. Lots of space. Very comfortable beds. Spacious and airy. Our family of five loved our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire b.

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

Beautiful house!

This house is beautiful, clean, and so inviting! The hosts were quick to respond to any messages. The star gazing, sunrises, and sunsets (through the kitchen windows) were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

5/5 Would Recommend

Wow what a house! We enjoyed our stay immensely with such close access to the beach in a newly renovated house. While it has clean and modern appointments in all the rooms, what really makes a vacation house great is all the small details like the turkish towels, board games, and the waterfall faucet for washing off sandy feet in the outdoor shower. I hope we get to rent this house again next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Amazing venue for our wedding

Just got back from an amazing trip to the Sandpiper. We booked the sandpiper for our wedding venue and we were not disappointed. Had amazing weather and the house is beautiful/perfect location where you have the opportunity to find privacy if you like but still close enough to stores. Also has a very short walk to the beach which we used every day. Owner Josh was very responsive with a question regarding the hot tub. Was able to resolve in minutes. My family and friends are already looking forward to our next OBX vacation. It was a special week for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Home away from home

This trip was a last minute plan. I was looking for somewhere my daughter and I could escape the cold Minnesota weather and enjoy some sun during her spring break. Well everything about this home was perfect. We wanted quiet and relaxing, and we got our wish. Communication with the host was great. Details were clear for check in, while we stayed, and check out. After a long day of travel we were able to check in a little early which was awesome.The home itself is gorgeous and pristine. It left us feeling a great sense of comfort, like we were in our own home. Also, it has all the amenities one needs and then some.The beach was a short walk, beautiful, and we enjoyed the morning sunrises multiple times. The pool was great for the afternoon and heating it was perfect for the cooler days. I hope to come back with the rest of the family and would be more than happy to return to this home. Thank you for such lasting memories and sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

wonderful place (easily 5 stars)

Our family loved staying at this oceanfront home. The house was perfect for our vacation needs and very clean. We all liked the layout of the home from the open kitchen and living space which is great for entertaining to essentially having three master bedroom-sized rooms is a big bonus. Access to the beach from the home is great and the home is nestled nicely in a great community. The owners also nicely renovated and decorated the home - great job there. During our stay, we had a major storm come through with high winds and the home was super sturdy during the entire event. We really loved staying there and kudos goes out to the hosts for their quick responses to our inquiries. Our entire group rates this property as 5 stars, well done.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed H., Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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

Great house!

Our group (two families - 4 adults and 4 kids) loved the home. The house is recently renovated and is beautiful on the inside. We stayed for Memorial Day on probably the rainiest and coldest Memorial Day that I can remember. Luckily we were in a great house. There was plenty of room for the kids to spread out, great tv’s for video games, a foosball table the kids loved, and the hot tub was the perfect place to spend the cold days and evenings. We appreciated the little details like the kitchen being well stocked with everything we needed, TONS of towels, a great welcome/information guide, beach toys and chairs to use (we did eventually have one sunny and warm afternoon to use them), and plenty of toilet paper and other essentials to get us started when we arrived. We’d definitely recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023