Family friendly Sea Heaven! Semi-oceanfront with hot tub, steps to the beach! - Vacation rental home in Rodanthe, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1920 square feet

4 Nighttime minimum September- December and April - May. SEA HEAVEN is semi-oceanfront, but you will feel oceanfront as we sit one lot back with only a modest fisherman's bungalow in front. Spectacular vistas from both levels and steps to the beach! Our family-friendly beach bungalow is located on pretty Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Sip your morning coffee while watching the sunrise from the roomy upper deck or take in the sights & sounds from the lower deck while calming in the bubbly hot tub or swinging hammock chairs. Rodanthe is a peaceful village on Hatteras Island that will transport you to simpler times.The area attracts nature lovers, fishermen, water sports enthusiasts, star-gazers, sun-bathers, history buffs and anyone seeking to just feel the breeze and be at ease. We welcome you to our little slice of Heaven by the sea! The ideal home base as you discover all Cape Hatteras National Seashore has to offer. Sea Heaven is a smoke-complimentary, pet-complimentary home. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, Sleeps 12.

The Extras!

Welcome Basket - Guests are treated to a welcome basket filled with an assortment of snacks. We also provide assorted coffee and tea for our coffee bar and starter supplies that include dishwashing liquid & dishwasher pods, kitchen sponge and towel set, paper towel roll & laundry detergent pods. in addition, each bathroom will have hand soap, additional toilet paper, trial size shampoo & conditioner.

Beach Gear - Our Guests will have access to 6 Tommy Bahama beach chairs, 2 soft top surf boards, body boards, corn hole, sand toys & 3 beach cruisers for exploring the island.

Infant Equipment -Sea Heaven has 1 pack n' play, 1 high chair and 2 booster seats. We recommend reserving additional equipment with Ocean Atlantic Units in Avon, NC.

Charcoal Grille with grilling accessories.

Free WIFI.

This home features:

Hot Tub - Unwind in the hot tub or let the sea breeze gently rock you to sleep as you lounge in one of the swinging hammock chairs located on the covered lower deck.

Outdoor cedar shower with hot & cold water and rinsing station with hose.

5 Bedrooms - All linens supplied. Beds made upon arrival. All 5 bedrooms and laundry area with full size washer & dryer located on the first level.

Bedroom 1: Queen Master Suite with private bath and lower deck access to hot tub.
Bedroom 2: Queen Master Suite with private bath
Bedroom 3: Queen bedroom with lower deck access to hot tub.
Bedroom 4: Twin daybed with trundle (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 5: Bunk room with 2 bunk beds (Sleeps 4)
42" intelligent TV's with ROKU in every bedroom with the exception of the bunk room.

3.5 Baths - 2 full private baths in Queen master suites and 1 full bath centrally located in hallway on lower level, 1 half bath on upper level.

Cavernous open living area on second level with handsome ocean vistas while washing dishes in the kitchen, eating at the dining table, watching tv from the couch or relaxing on the wide sundeck!

Entirely outfitted kitchen for family entertaining! Brand new modest kitchen appliances , refrigerator with ice-maker, 2 huge stockpots for seafood boils, crab mallets and picks, roasting pans, crockpot, electric griddle, electric can opener, 4 slice Cuisinart toaster, Cuisinart blender, Cuisinart cutlery, pizza stone, hand mixer, rolling pin, plenty of serving bowls & platters, measuring spoons, measuring cups, drink glasses, wine glasses, kid-friendly plates and cups, glass storage containers, tupperware & more!

Coffee bar with Keurig Coffee Maker and 14 cup Coffee Maker, assorted coffee and teas.

Serve dinner at the dining table that can comfortably seat 8 or belly up to the breakfast bar that seats 4.

Wide upper level sundeck! Appreciate dinner or drinks under the stars on the wide sundeck where you will find a picnic table that seats 6, a bar height table for 2 and 2 Adirondack rockers just for relaxing or stargazing.

Unwind in the comfortable living area with ocean vistas, a 60 inch Intelligent TV with ROKU, an XBOX 360, DVD player and plenty of board games and puzzles for the whole family to savor!

About the Area

Located in Rodanthe, 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.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the optimal Hatteras rental home experience:

When to go & When to reserve a Rodanthe rental home:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Book your vacation in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Hatteras area visitors guides which will include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Hatteras visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best vacation rental in Rodanthe:

• Select a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Family friendly Sea Heaven! Semi-oceanfront with hot tub, steps to the beach! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible online. If you don't see them listed, contact the property manager before you reserve your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your family is bringing pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of issues.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Document any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.