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.

Surround Sound

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe — Cross of Honor Way — Ready to ditch life’s sensory overload for the gentle pace of soundfront living? Immerse yourself in SURROUND SOUND, a four-level, five-bedroom/five-bathroom home where relaxing moments, calming...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Carolina Girl

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Drive — Located in the peaceful village of Avon, CAROLINA GIRL offers the ideal beach getaway for multigenerational family get-togethers, friend group vacations or anyone seeking a calming escape by the sea...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Hatteras Grander

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Rd. - Sister Home: This is one of two nearly identical homes sitting beside each other – rent one or both for your family. Or if this home is already rented for your week, take a look at its sister home 866 Wa-Hoo...

  • Hatteras
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
The Hatteras House

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves- Sea Isle Hills - Step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and into the calming island life. Just a private boardwalk from the beach THE HATTERAS HOME will instantly put you in vacation mode. Wide decks greet you at the...

  • Waves
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Knights in Salvo

SOUNDSIDE Salvo — North Sand Dollar Ct. — If you're looking for a beautiful home with vistas of both ocean and sound, KNIGHTS IN SALVO will come to your rescue. Located in Wind over Waves community with community sound access and boat ramp...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Sounds Frisky

SOUNDFRONT Frisco - Osprey Way - SOUNDS FRISKY has something for the entire family. This Frisco soundfront bungalow has beachgoers, fishermen and watersports enthusiasts in mind. Take the boardwalk to a white sandy beach and appreciate the cool...

  • Frisco
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Endless Summer

OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. -Whether you are looking for a vacation during the summer, or seeking to extend your summer to another season, you'll find all the amenities you need at this enchanting home, just a short walk from the ocean and...

  • Rodanthe
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
LV 2 Kite

SOUNDFRONT Waves – Lela Ct. – Like a hard-core kite surfer, LV 2 KITE masters the ultimate balancing act, appealing to both thrill-seekers and young families who view its perch on the sandy beach and gentle waters of Pamlico Sound as the...

  • Waves
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Caribbean Wave

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe – Caribbean Way - Watch the waves in luxury at CARIBBEAN WAVE. This eight-bedroom, 5,200 sq. ft., estate is only steps from the ocean and outfitted with all the amenities you need to make your vacation memorable. With...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Seas the Day

OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Dr. – It’s time to SEAS THE DAY at this oceanfront home. In the heart of Avon village, this home will be the star of your vacation. The ocean is your backyard and the vistas are killer. Enter the first level of...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Tarpon Watch

CANALFRONT Avon - Tarpon Lane - Searching for the ideal vacation home for your family? Then be on the lookout for TARPON WATCH. Launch your kayak or modest boat from your personal boat dock with fish cleaning table or start your outdoor adventures...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Sandy Keeks

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Tarpon Dr. — Conjure up the magic of your own childhood beach vacation memories at SANDY KEEKS, a three-bedroom/three-full and one-half bath home offering up a unique layout that can adeptly host two families with plenty of...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Eleftheria

OCEANFRONT Frisco — Sandpiper Dr. — ELEFTHERIA, the Greek word for freedom, inspires just that — liberty from the clock, life’s demands, and a chance to freely spend time with family and friends in the most calming of surroundings. With...

  • Frisco
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Dolphins' Watch

OCEANFRONT Salvo – Ocean St. – Just as Hatteras Island’s sand dunes naturally protect its handsome beaches; the serene surroundings of DOLPHINS' WATCH provide a welcome respite between you and the world beyond. If you are looking for a heaven...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Wave Escape

OCEANFRONT Waves, Sea Isle Hills Dr. – Make waves on vacation at WAVE ESCAPE. This 4,750 sq. ft. home has everything to make lasting vacation memories. Splash around the pool or take in the shade of the covered tiki bar while you listen to the...

  • Waves
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
High Seas

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Hattie Creef ,Top of the line amenities are all over this impressive oceanfront home. At 6,140 sq. ft , this home has everything your family needs. Two game rooms, extravagant Theater room, Dual modern appliances in the kitchen...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Calypso

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Turtle Ct. Your family will fall in adore with CALYPSO, a elegant home with community sound access. The first level has two bedrooms, one queen and one with a pyramid bunk that share a hall bath - both with TVs. Also on...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Lucille's Board Shack

OCEANFRONT Frisco - Tides Edge Ct - GET COMPLIMENTARY POOL HEAT ($600 VALUE) WHEN YOU BOOK THE WEEK OF JUNE 15TH, 2025! - Welcome to LUCILLE’S BOARD SHACK, a vacation rental with enviable ocean vistas. At the southern end of Frisco, you are...

  • Frisco
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

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...

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

Explore Hatteras Island at its natural best with a visit to the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Covering 13 miles of Cape Hatteras National Seashore land, this attraction is hard to miss, although there aren't many giant signs, hotels or...

Ocean's 10

OCEANSIDE Salvo — Tarheel Ct. — On a clear day you can see forever from OCEAN’S 10, the aptly named ten-bedroom/ten-full and one-half-bath home that is equally adept at hosting multigenerational families, friend groups and special events...

  • Salvo
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms