Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill - Vacation rental home in Buxton, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2520 square feet

OCEANVIEW Buxton - Old Lighthouse Rd. - (Formerly The Playhouse Too) - A pleasant short walk to the ocean, BEACH HOME makes your stay on Hatteras Island so much fun! Walk to the most famed surfing break on the east coast, bicycle to the most famed lighthouse in the country, and appreciate the many local stores and activities of the Buxton area - rich in local lore. Enter through the dry entry into the game room with TV/DVD, slim design ping pong table, foosball table, full size commercial arcade game and wet bar with mini-refrigerator, or go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the private swimming pool then step into the bubbly water of the close by 6 person hot tub. The grille is just outside on the pool deck for lazy nights eating at the constructed-in pool bar. Also on the first level of the home is a full bath and two queen bedrooms, one with its own private full bath. The mid-level of the home provides more sleeping options with a bunk bedroom and queen bedroom sharing a full all bath, and a king master bedroom with walk-out deck and private full bath. Chefs in the group can prepare up the day's meals in the well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and close by dining table. Eating outside is a breeze in the screened porch with picnic table. Unwind on the ample furnishings of the cavernous great room while you end the evening with a good movie on the 42" flat screen TV. The crow's nest above the screened porch is the ideal perch for a expansive view of the ocean and the Hatteras Lighthouse.

New for 2024: New refrigerator.
New for 2023: New hot tub installed. Crow's Nest has been replaced and a new spiral staircase has been added for additional convenience as you soak in the striking ocean vistas.

(2 masters) 1 king, 1 queen, 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunk beds |
Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths included May 17 - August 29, 2025. Additional linens and towels available for rent.

Non-smoking/vaping
7 Flat screen TVs
Books, games
Wet bar with mini-refrigerator
Game room with slim design ping pong table, foosball table, and commercial arcade game with 60 games
Screened porch with furnishings
Grille - gas
Outdoor shower
Workstation
Electronic keyless door lock
WiFi
14' x 28' Private swimming pool with outside bar (Open March 29 - October 31, 2025; Heat available)
6-Person hot tub
Pillows and blankets
Welcome bag
Dog friendly

*Please note that this property has a pool that can be heated for $600. Pool heaters, when pool heat is purchased, are set to 80 degrees, but pool temperature cannot be guaranteed.

Dogs are welcome for a fee of $200/dog/week.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the $200 weekly fee will apply for each dog and will be added once your reservation is finalized.

This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.

More payment options available after booking.

Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-returnable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home with a coverage limit of $3,000. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.

More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your e-mail. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.

About the Area

Located in Buxton, this vacation home is near the beach. Studio 12 and Kinnakeet Clay Works are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts. Traveling with kids? Consider Buxton Seafood and Surf's Up. 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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total pets

How to book the best Hatteras vacation property experience:

Get the most from your spending budget:

• Reserve your Hatteras rental in the Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 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 issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Finding the best vacation rental:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and choose a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property owner before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Additional considerations:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas during arrival. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many issues.
• Respect your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.