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 — Greenwood Pl. — A picture of blue matching the ocean it faces, SOUTHERN EXPOSURE is the kind of vacation home that immediately makes you feel you’ve made the right pick for your family. The seven bedroom/five-and...
- Avon
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Avon — Portside Dr. — Recently Constructed for 2026! — Cast away all cares and daily routines when you arrive at CASTAWAY COVE, a brand new nine-bedroom/nine-full and two-half-bath home perched on an inlet. Step into a personal...
- Avon
- 9 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Surf Side Dr. - Live life to its fullest at TRIPLE FINS. This striking 5-bedroom home, just a short two-min. walk to the oceanfront, is the place to be for your Hatteras Island hideaway. It is ideal for families conveniently...
- Rodanthe
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
OCEANSIDE Avon — Sunfish Ct. — From the moment you set your eyes on JUST BLINK, you’ll know this sweet three-bedroom/two-bath bungalow will be the source of many fond vacation memories for you and your family. Freshly refreshed and soothingly...
- Avon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Avon – Tarpon Ln. – Catch yourself in a never-ending state of contentment when you stay at CATCHIN’ SOME RAYS, a comfortable three-bedroom/two-full bath home that sits within simple walking distance of the Atlantic Ocean’s wide...
- Avon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — Let your worries float away with the tide at DRIFTING DUNES. Located on a rather street in Avon, your family will appreciate the oceanfront vistas and access from this classic beach bungalow. Unwind poolside...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Buxton — Tower Circle Dr. — Colors that evoke the sea, design that delights in the details, and unique touches that remind you that pampering is something we can all use a little more of is why BRIGHT AS THE SUN is the ideal home to...
- Buxton
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Hatteras — NC Hwy 12 — Oceanfront or soundfront? Pool or surf? Sunrise or sunset vistas? When you think a vacation home can’t have it all, 2 FOR 1 proves otherwise. Located at one of the narrowest points on Hatteras Island, this...
- Hatteras
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT Hatteras Village — We are thrilled to announce the grandiose opening of Sea La Vie an executive estate home unlike any other, where luxury and relaxation intertwine effortlessly. Set amidst the photogenic beauty of OCEANFRONT Hatteras...
- Hatteras
- 13 Bedrooms
- 14.5 Bathrooms
SOUNDSIDE Salvo - Sunset Drive - Life sure is GRAND at this soundside delight. The lockable watersports storage and the fact that the home is just steps away from the shared boardwalk to the sound makes GRAND BANKS a fantastic home for watersports...
- Salvo
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. - Tucked away in a beautiful neighborhood, SUNSHINE DAYDREAM is sure to make memories to last a lifetime. You can watch the kids play in the private pool or have a calming moment in the hot tub, appreciating...
- Rodanthe
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
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...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
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...
- Waves
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Hatteras -Hatteras Harbor Ct. Vistas, Vistas, Vistas in every direction from every room and deck. Savor the peaceful pace of the morning as you drink your coffee and observe the Pelicans as they search for breakfast. Watch the...
- Hatteras
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT – Avon – Lush greenery and sand dunes make for a BEACH-N-VIEW at this oceanfront home. A green grass yard welcomes you to the front of this home, take the well-adored trail to the beach from the back of the home and savor the sun...
- Avon
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
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
OCEANFRONT Salvo — Colony Dr. — Kick back and leave your work and cares back home. You deserve a rest, and there's no better place to savor your break than A BEACH SONG. The ground level has a concrete drive, carport, ground level deck and...
- Salvo
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves — Sea Isle Hills Ct. — New for 2025! — Discover your inner tranquility at ZEN, a six-bedroom/five-full and one-half-bath haven where both ocean and sound vistas diverge from the tranquility to compete for your...
- Waves
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20...
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...
Experienced Hatteras Island vacationers always look forward to returning to Breakwater and the sea. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this kinetic oceanfront home achieves a fresh perspective without equal. Although outfitted for fine...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
