Waterfront sunsets; 5min walk to beach; secluded; quiet; spacious Great Room - Vacation rental home in Avon, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1800 square feet

ALOHA HATTERAS fronts Askins Creek, overlooks Pamlico Sound, is a 5 min. walk to the beach and 5 min drive to Avon Pier. It is also 3min drive to the island's best grocery shopping...key to keeping the chef happy! The kitchen-greatroom layout with vistas and a cathedral ceiling is the ideal beach home configuration.

PLEASE LOOK AT PICTURES: we want happy guests! The decor, like most comparable units on Hatteras, is largely late 80's when it was constructed. It is a retro beach home look with original cabinetry and classic durable beach home furnishings. Fixtures, floor, paint, cushions have all been refreshed.

Unrestricted, expansive vistas of/over water include fish jumping, birds feeding, colorful Pamlico Sound windsurfers/kiteboarders silently drifting by in the distance, and amazing sunsets--are all narrated to the sound of nature.
Come appreciate this fantastic view and it's relative isolation (...not sitting on your deck staring at your neighbor like a lot of the 'competition'...even a lot of the 'oceanfront' cottages only have a view of the back of dunes...). Alohas Hatteras is ideally located: the beach is a 5-7 min. walk away, the shared pool a short drive away, and the fantastic sunset vistas of Askin’s Creek/Pamlico Sound from the decks and great room.
Feel an intimate relationship with the beauty and magic of Hatteras Island, the gem of the outerbanks.

Aloha is Hawaiian for welcome, farewell and appreciate. The owners, whose kids grew up in the Hawaiian Islands when stationed there with the military, want you to fall in appreciate with Hatteras Island/the ‘other islands’ of the outer banks. ALOHA HATTERAS is your passport and its deck is really one of those “close your eyes and think of a favorite, relaxing place” kind of settings The vista is dynamic with no neighbors in your field of view savor: the Great Egret or Blue Herons feed to the sound of song bird music and fish jumping in the morning, striking sunsets over Pamlico sound in the evening, and undiminished stars from the deck’s 6 person hot tub at nighttime. Forget your car and walk to the beach for that early morning walk, the midday sun, the evening tides. Windsurfers, kite boarders, and families with modest kids will adore the privacy of the readily available, protected, shallow sandy beaches of Pamlico Sound.. Fishermen also have access to Hatteras Island's only fishing pier; (they also rent equipment).

Bedrooms are on the lower floor with 2 baths; there is a half bath on the top floor and rustic outdoor shower at ground level. (Like most Hatteras Island units, we do not provide linens and towels. However, you can rent them; ask Nadine for a suggested vendor.)

Kitchen: well equipped with pots/pans, dishes, glasses, cups, knives/cutting boards, mixer, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, and many more.

The ground level has ample concrete parking, outside shower, charcoal grille, and carport for rainy days.

The 1st floor has four bedrooms and two baths with shaded deck and fantastic vistas off two bedrooms.

Living room: ALOHA HATTERAS’ huge upper level great room with tall cathedral ceilings has unrestricted expansive vistas of Askin’s Creek and Pamlico Sound, tons of glass, screened in porch--'postcard' vistas of Hatteras Island's peaceful side.

SPECIAL NOTES
*LOOK AT THE PHOTOs ! the 30+ yr old home was freshly ‘updated’ but retains many original features that the photos seek to accurately display.
*Finest grocery shopping on the island is 3min away; key for cooking in [we have found that even the best planned dinner involves at least two trips to the Food Lion...big difference between being around the corner vs 25min away in Hatteras, Rodanthe/Salvo]
*also a Dollar Tree 3min away for inexpensive sundries
*Aloha Hatteras is MANAGED by the OWNERs.
*Sorry - but No Smoking
*Although SOME have launched a KAYAK into Askins Creek from the property; MANY have found the shore too soft and muddy to do so.

The Outer Banks and the National Seashore offer a fascinating combination of natural and cultural resources, and provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities:

* The uncrowded, pristine beach (voted best on the coast) is ideal for families.
* Want to discover? Take the complimentary ferry from Hatteras Village to Ocracoke Island, home of the infamous pirate, Blackbeard; also a modest arts community
*Visit the Wright Brothers Memorial and Museum and the Dunes at Jockey's Ridge State Park (50 miles north).
* Fisherman can choose surfcasting, inlet fishing, ocean fishing at Avon Pier, sound fishing (think giant salt water lake), or sport fishing offshore for flounder, drum, blues, mackerel, tuna, and more; although Askins Creek looks inviting, its fishing is not.
* Discover multiple intimate eateries with the Outer Banks own brand of beach hospitality rarely seen in vacation destinations. Fresh seafood; Avon, alone, has two stores (check out Surf's up)
* Surfers can take advantage of the location central to the Outer Banks hottest surf spots including Hatteras Light House, S-Turns, and Frisco Pier.
* Windsurfers, Kiteboarders, and Kayakers can access the warm, shallow waters of Pamlico Sound. World famed Canadian Hole Haul-over day use area and Kite Point are less than a half mile south.
*Avon has a bicycle path--great for exploring, for simple trips to the stores, or outings to the beach, pier or pool; bring your bicycles or rent—delivery usually available .

Keywords: Beach, Waterfront, creekfront, canalfront, Sunset vistas, windsurfer, kite, Soundfront, birdlovers, fishermen, community pool

About the Area

Located in Avon, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve and Outer Banks Beaches, while Studio 12 and Kinnakeet Clay Works are cultural highlights. Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Strategies to get the optimal Hatteras rental home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• To book the best rental within budget, we suggest booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, property management companies supply Hatteras area travel guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Hatteras visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to select the best rental home:

• Begin by selecting the best vacation week and a budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Waterfront sunsets; 5min walk to beach; secluded; quiet; spacious Great Room has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you book the property. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. text the host immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your life at home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a terrific stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.