Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty

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!

Surf or Sound Realty Vacation Rentals

Find the perfect Surf or Sound Realty rental home.

Edge of the World

OCEANSIDE Avon – Sandfiddler Ln. –Discover your own slice of heaven at the EDGE OF THE WORLD, a home that envelopes you in a comfortable, coastal warmth. Knotty pine walls lending a nostalgic appeal seamlessly coexist with all the modern...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Ja-Kel-Ris

OCEANFRONT Avon- Pamlico Court You may come here to catch the "big one" or for the steady winds to catch the "long ride." Either way, you end up with a comfortable place to stay at JA-KEL-RIS. The painless beach access connects with the driveway and...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Hatteras Comfort

OCEANFRONT Hatteras Village – NC 12 – Ocean or Sound? Why not both! With its perch on one of the narrowest stretches of Hatteras Island, HATTERAS COMFORT eliminates the need to narrow your choices as to how you want to spend your vacation. The...

  • Hatteras
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Surf Side

OCEANFRONT Avon- Moore Way As its name implies, this striking getaway is right beside the surf - on a pleasant cul-de-sac in central Avon - but it's also convenient to the Kinnakeet Shores community pool & tennis courts, the post office, and a...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Pura Vida

OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean Isle Loop – Pura Vida! ... in Costa Rica, it’s a phrase that means “pure life” and is extended as a welcoming greeting to express optimism and joy. With its pretty view of the Atlantic Ocean, PURA VIDA shares the...

  • Avon
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Perfect Peace

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. - This cavernous, gorgeously 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...

  • Rodanthe
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Sound Session

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe — NC Hwy. 12 — Gather your quiver, wax your board, and bring multigenerational families and friends together for a surf session at SOUND SESSION. There’s room for everybody to come together and prepare for a day on the...

  • Rodanthe
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
About Time

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — New for 2025! — It’s time to trade your backyard for a beach towel; carpools for carefree days, and memos for memories. Yes, it’s ABOUT TIME, a four-bedroom/three-full and one-half-bath home that...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Sandy House

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Dr. – For that sand between your toes feeling you’ve been dreaming about since last summer; THE SANDY HOME is ready to turn those reveries into your summer reality. Located just a short walk to the beach...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Surround Sound Avon

CANALFRONT Avon — Weakfish Dr. — Encompassed by water, a relaxing ambience, and the company of your favorite people, SURROUND SOUND AVON is destined to be the place that brings you back to center. It won’t take long as you settle into this...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
In Spite of Ourselves

OCEANSIDE Waves — Sea Isle Hills Dr. — In spite of trying to find a reason to continue your search for a vacation rental, IN SPITE OF OURSELVES just may make you stop right here. Located nearly equal distance from both the ocean and Pamlico...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Southern Grace

OCEANSIDE Waves - Sea Vista Ct. Vacation with SOUTHERN GRACE at this beautiful country bungalow on the lake on Hatteras Island. A convenient carport greets you, providing covered storage for your beach and watersports gear and a dry entry into the...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Sunset Watch

SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Live Oak Ct - This impressive soundfront getaway is ideal for taking in the vistas and experiencing the ultimate SUNSET WATCH. After a busy day of kiteboarding, take a exhilarating dip in the private pool with your very own Tiki...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Tiki Hut

SOUNDFRONT Frisco – Kings Point Dr. – Look around, rather literally, this uniquely circular home and discover that TIKI HUT has an undeniable cool quotient. While occupying a modest footprint on Brigands' Bay sound front, the imprint on your...

  • Frisco
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Calypso Hatteras

SOUNDFRONT Hatteras — Shoal Dr. — Calypso, the Greek goddess of the sea, was acclaimed for her beauty, which makes CALYPSO HATTERAS fittingly named, as the sunset and sound vistas from this uniquely round home are indescribably charming. With...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Casa Mare

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Dory Rd. - The majestic Atlantic Ocean is your backyard playground at CASA MARE. On the second level savor the spectacular ocean vistas or relax in the evenings with millions of stars as a backdrop. Guests at CASA MARE adore the...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
A Sea Jewel

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon – Sailfish Ln. – Find A SEA JEWEL in the middle of Avon at this semi-oceanfront home. With three levels of outside decking, vistas of the ocean and of sea oats swaying in the breeze are close. The first level of the home...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Sea Mist

OCEANFRONT Frisco - Tide's Edge Road - Twin Home: This is one of two nearly identical 6,450 sq. ft. grandiose homes on the same road. Rent one or both for your group – ideal for accommodating sizable-scale get-togethers, multi-generational...

  • Frisco
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
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Haulover Day Use Area (Canadian Hole)

Canadian Hole may be an unfamiliar term to the typical, laid-back Hatteras Islander vacationer, but to windsurfers around the world, the phrase invokes thoughts of an exact, postcard-perfect locale on the Outer Banks, where windsurfing and water...

Best Outer Banks Sunrise Spots

The Outer Banks is famous for its beautiful beaches and stunning views. One of the best ways to experience the beauty of the Outer Banks is to wake up early and watch a stunning sunrise over the Atlantic ocean. With miles of pristine coastline...

Remy's Reef

Welcome to your perfect family getaway in Salvo, NC! This charming house is designed with comfort and fun in mind, making it an ideal retreat for families looking to create lasting memories. With a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms