For Reels - Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly - Vacation rental home in Hatteras, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 6 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3605 square feet

Welcome to For Reels! With 6 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms, For Reels has accommodations for the entire family! Our sound front home is located at the north end of Hatteras Village only a few mins. walk to the neighborhood beach access. Appreciate countless vistas of Pamlico Sound from the broad decks and hot tub, after spending the day soaking up the sun on the beach. Conveniently located with simple access to local stores, eateries, marinas, museums, and the Ocracoke ferry.

You will find the main living area with an open floorpan on the second floor along with a king master bedroom. Step out of the living room onto the expansive second floor decks boasting endless vistas of the Pamlico sound. Soak it all in from the six person hot tub.

The third floor offers a king master bedroom with deck access, a queen bedroom with deck access, and a king bedroom.

The first floor hosts a queen + twin bedroom with deck access, a second queen bedroom, and a shared bathroom/laundry room.

Step outside to savor your private boat slip (accommodates boats up to an 8 foot beam), sound front fishing, and sound side fire pit.

Passionate about fishing? For Reels and Hatteras Island offer fisheries unlike anything else on earth. Being positioned where the warm waters of the Gulf Stream and cold waters of the Labrador currents meet makes Hatteras Island one of the most diverse fisheries on earth. For Reels offers sound side fishing from the backyard or from your boat or kayak docked just feet from the home. Common catch in Pamlico Sound include Red Drum, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Crab, Shrimp, and Clams. A five min. walk to the neighborhood beach access offers world class surf fishing for Red Drum, Speckled Trout, Pompano, Flounder, and Spanish Mackerel to name just a few common species. Looking to fill the freezer? Book a private charter for a trip out to the Gulf Stream in pursuit of Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Swordfish, or Marlin. Hop on the 75 foot Miss Hatteras event boat for an economical offshore bottom fishing trip where common catch includes Triggerfish, Snapper, Grouper, Tilefish, and Sea Bass among many others.

3rd Floor
Bedroom 1: King master bedroom with expansive vistas of the sound and direct deck access
Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom with expansive vistas of the sound and direct deck access
Bedroom 3: King bedroom with canal vistas
Bedroom 2 and 3 share a hallway full bathroom

2rd Floor
Bedroom 4: King master bedroom with expansive vistas of the sound and convenient access to the main living area

1st Floor:
Bedroom 5: Queen + twin bedroom with sound vistas and direct deck access
Bedroom 6: Queen bedroom with sound vistas
Bedroom 5 and 6 share a full bathroom

The garage is not accessible to renters.

For Reels is located in Hatteras Estates, which is a peaceful residential HOA. There is private beach access across highway 12 from the Civic Center (look for "HEPOA Private Beach Access" sign).

Dogs under 40 pounds are allowed. $150 additional cleaning fee per dog. No more than 2 dogs allowed on the property.

Check-in Saturday afternoon; Check-out Saturday morning

A propane grille is supplied, but we do not offer propane tank filling service. If the propane tank is empty and you would like to use the grille, you can exchange the tanks at the Village Red & White Market located 1.3 miles down Highway 12.

Our home is not managed by a professional property management company. We own and manage For Reels remotely and have great local teams to support our guests. We will do our best to accommodate your needs and address any issues that arise, but Hatteras’ remote location makes it very difficult to address some issues quickly.

For Reels uses a septic system that is rated for 8 occupants. For Reels has an extremely strict 8 person occupancy limit. Over occupancy will cause the septic system to fail resulting in extremely expensive repairs or system replacement. The septic system is effortlessly damaged by flushing any non biodegradable products or chemicals down the toilet or drains. Examples of items that cannot be flushed are paper towels, Kleenex, cotton swaps, dental floss, feminine hygiene products, and cooking grease or oil.

For Reels is located in Hatteras Estates, which is a peaceful residential HOA. For Reels is the only vacation rental on the street. Many of the homes on the street are occupied by full time residences who appreciate the peaceful and calming neighborhood. If you are hosting a rowdy group, please do not book For Reels

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING INSIDE THE HOME OR ON THE PROPERTY.

About the Area

Located in Hatteras, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Outer Banks Beaches and Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum and Frisco Native American Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts and Buxton Seafood. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Hatteras vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• To book the best rental home within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Hatteras area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose and book your Hatteras rental:

• Choose vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. For Reels - Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property owner before booking the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is right for your vacation family.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your contract.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• To make certain that damages aren't linked to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the property manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to stimulate more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.