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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12234.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Buxton, NC
  • Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hatteras, NC (HNC)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

First Level Master

1 King Bed

Second Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Level Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Second Level Master

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Level Full Bath

First Level Master Bath

Second Level Half Bath

Second Level Jack and Jill Bath

Second Level Master Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill

OCEANVIEW Buxton - Old Lighthouse Rd. - (Formerly The Playhouse Too) - A pleasant short walk to the ocean, BEACH HOUSE makes your stay on Hatteras Island so much fun! Walk to the most famous surfing break on the east coast, bicycle to the most famous lighthouse in the country, and enjoy the many local shops 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-fridge, or go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the private swimming pool then step into the bubbly water of the nearby 6 person hot tub. The grill is just outside on the pool deck for lazy nights eating at the built-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 cook up the day's meals in the well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and nearby dining table. Eating outside is a breeze in the screened porch with picnic table. Relax on the ample furnishings of the spacious 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 perfect perch for a panoramic 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 stunning ocean views.

(2 masters) 1 king, 1 queen, 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunks |
Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths provided 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-fridge
Game room with slim design ping pong table, foosball table, and commercial arcade game with 60 games
Screened porch with furniture
Grill - 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-refundable $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 email. 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.

Property manager

Surf or Sound Realty
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this holiday 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Buxton Seafood and Surf's Up. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buxton, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tavern On 12 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanview Home Made for Fun! Dog Friendly with Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, + Grill located?

This family-friendly Buxton holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Buxton Woods Nature Trail. Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Lighthouse Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lukas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buxton fishing trip

Perfect home to come back to after long days of fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

Nice and comfortable for the whole crew to enjoy. Easy access to beach and other cool stuff in Buxton. House was very clean and well-furnished. Hot tub was also in great shape. Pool, which was to have been heated, was not, but we made it work. Also, for anyone who goes to the beach to watch TV (that is not for me), the apps are old so any movies on rain days are highly buffered. Property manager will likely need to update wifi and apps to have it run smoothly. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical time in Buxton

The great room of the house is fabulous., bright, spacious and welcoming. The two decks provide beautiful views and an awesome breeze. We enjoyed relaxing on the covered deck in the comfortable chairs shielded from the sun. The beach is very close and just beautiful. A full view of the lighthouse at the end of the street. The pool area is a fun place to hang out. The hot tub could use an update. Overall, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jami P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House had what we needed

We had 6 people and we had all we needed. The store was close. The view was really beautiful. We didn't get to the beach much (due to flooding and storms) but we did get caught up on some very needed family time. Overall I would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M., Boone, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely House

We enjoyed our stay! The game room is so fun for the kids. Each day we walked or rode bikes to the point to enjoy some beach time. Conners Grocery is just around the corner and there are some great restaurants in Buxton. The house itself was very comfy. The kitchen I well stocked and the beds are comfy. We loved the view from the deck. Additionally, sitting by the pool on the warmer days was nice. We want to come back in warmer weather so we can enjoy a dip. It was a wonderful stay and we will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house-lots amenities

Lots of stairs if you have elderly or little ones. Bring baby gate if you want to prevent little ones from falling down stairs. Beautiful. Lots amenities. Master has a jetted tub that is wonderful but couldn’t get the plug to work. Second floor balcony could use a gate to prevent dogs or kids from going down where they could get in the road. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Frank C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

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Cockroaches, Ping-Pong table broken, no screens, dirty, poor selection of pots and pans
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Ping pong table was not working and hot tub did not stay hot. We did not report issue with hot tub till we were ready to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Megan P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great for the price

The view and layout worked great for us and for the price of the home. The pool was a good size and the hot tub was very nice. No shade on the pool deck made it hard to stay out long but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Rosemary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a couple issues that were not taken care of by Surf or Sound during our stay, but they were not.

Overall great experience. Would have liked a little better beach area, but still was a great place and great amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Wish you could fix the weather!

First 4 days of our stay it rained almost non- stop, so our 3 days on the beach were precious! Easy walk from property to the beach. Kitchen was well stocked. Only thing we missed having was a large frying pan ( there were 3 small ones). Surf or Sound, the management company, responded with a new propane grill when we found ours to be working poorly. Pool and hot tub well maintained. Ice maker in kitchen freezer extremely slow as to be essentially useless so bought many bags of ice. A larger balcony off the living level with more seating would have been nice, but good place for the price!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Stephen N.

Nice house great view

Wonderful property, had a few issue but they were resolved quickly
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris P., Pismo Beach, CA

Great location, close to the beach, ocean view! Best way to spend a week in the OBX!

The house was great. It had everything we needed, including a pool and a warm outdoor shower. Any issue or repair was taken care of immediately by management. The location was perfect, a 2 minute walk to the beach and excellent surf! Right by the lighthouse and off the main highway. It was truly such a wonderful week and our first trip to the OBX. We will definitely be back and may consider the Playhouse Too again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Surf or Sound Realty

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Surf or Sound Realty is a premier property management and real estate sales company located on Hatteras Island, North Carolina. Since 1978, we have grown to manage nearly 600 vacation homes, welcoming more than 100,000 guests and 12,000 reservations annually.

Our locally owned and operated company has taken care of Hatteras Island vacation rental homeowners and vacationers for over 45 years. Throughout our journey, we have accumulated decades of experience in managing homes exclusively on Hatteras Island. Our commitment to excellence and personalized services has made us a trusted name in the industry.

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