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5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11214 sq m

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

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SALVO, NC

Salvo Beach12 min walk
Rodanthe Pier7 min drive
Cape Hatteras National Seashore24 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, well kept up, and in a great location. Enjoyed our stay there very much.

Rebecca B.

Sep 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Lower Floor King

1 King Bed

Lower Floor Suite

1 King Bed

Media Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Bunk Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Top Floor Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Jack and Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Floor Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mid Level Bathroom

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Top Floor Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Stunning sunsets, private harbor, beach walks, kayaks.

Constructed in 2019, "Double Dog Dare" is in a private harbor neighborhood with awesome views of the sound and harbor, providing stunning sunsets. And since the island is so narrow, you can see the beach from our balcony!

Double Dog Dare sleeps 11, with several levels of decks with views of both the sound and the ocean. Enjoy modern, comfortable and new furnishings. The first floor features a king bedroom suite that overlooks the sound. Another king bedroom shares a bath with a bunk room (twin over queen beds). A second living room with queen sleep sofa accommodates additional guests.

The top floor features an additional king bedroom suite, as well as a living room, dining room and gourmet kitchen. Spacious granite countertops, all new appliances, and pantry complete the fully-equipped kitchen. Enjoy sweeping views from the living room, or share a meal on the deck overlooking the sound.

Double Dog Dare includes access to all the amenities of Black Dog Harbor, including a boat ramp, boat slip, basketball hoop, kayaks and cornhole game. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and boating from the harbor, dock and gazebo, and boat ramp. Explore the sound in a kayak (included for free). Linens and bath towels are always included.

Salvo is quite narrow, so while you'll be overlooking the sound, the beach is only a quarter mile away, a short walk or bike ride, or pack your car with chairs and a cooler and park near beach access or drive your SUV on the beach.

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This home accommodates 11 (maximum of 8 adults).

We provide 9 beach chairs for your use

Well-behaved Adult dogs (maximum of two) are welcome with payment of non-refundable pet fee ($250 per dog, per stay). No puppies - meaning no dogs under 1 year.

There are two security cameras at this property. One in the car parking area and one on the top floor deck facing the street. Neither camera faces interior to the home and used for security purposes only.

Property manager

Aaron

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

1 Highchair and 1 Pack n Play, Baby Monitor.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet Your dog is welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$1,500 incidental and damage deposit required prior to check-in. Government ID, required with Rental Agreement.

There is no smoking/vaping allowed anywhere on the property of Double Dog Dare.

Dog fee is $250 per dog, per stay. Dogs are not allowed on any furniture, beds or tables or counters.

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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salvo

Located in Salvo, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

SALVO, NC

What's nearby

Salvo Beach - 12 min walk
Rodanthe Beach - 6 min drive
Rodanthe Pier - 7 min drive
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 8 min drive
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 24 min drive

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Lisa's Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
‪The Dough Shack - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning sunsets, private harbor, beach walks, kayaks. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stunning sunsets, private harbor, beach walks, kayaks. ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning sunsets, private harbor, beach walks, kayaks. ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Stunning sunsets, private harbor, beach walks, kayaks. located?

This family-friendly Salvo holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Salvo Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Rodanthe Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

13 Apr 2024

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

Great OBX Vacation Home

This home is exactly as described. Clean, nicely decorated and has everything you can think of. Kitchen was well equipped, back deck sunset views are amazing, great location, and owners were responsive. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

4 Sept 2023

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Short but great experience!

Very clean, well kept up, and in a great location. Enjoyed our stay there very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

12 July 2023

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

Perfection

This was our third summer at double dog dare and we will keep coming back. The house is gorgeous, well laid out, great kitchen, dining, living space for hanging out, private bedrooms and bathrooms. We love the view of the sound and use the kayaks and fishing pier every day. Hosts are super responsive and kind. This place is paradise!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

24 June 2023

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

Nice house & location

House was as advertised. Clean, easy to check in/out, close to the sound and beach. Kitchen had all the pots/pans and extra appliances you need for a short vacation: blender, crock pot, etc. easy to wander to the pier to go fishing or grab a kayak and catch the sunset.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Gaithersburg

27 May 2023

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

Beautiful home and great vacation area

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It’s like a model home but comfy and clean. We were in contact with the owners before and during our stay and they have been great to work with. My husband and I checked in and my parents joined us later in the week. The home is in a great location in a quiet culdesac. The home is well stocked with everything you need to cook and enjoy. There’s a gas grill and a charcoal grill. There’s plenty of room for a family to gather and have fun. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms just off each bedroom is a plus. There are closets for hanging up closets with really nice felt hangers. The beach is just across the street. It’s a little bit of a walk but it’s a great walk. There are restaurants and shops nearby too. We ate sandwiches from the Market Deli and they’re delicious and huge! You can share one and get plenty to eat. We ate at Waterman’s Grill and one note is to seat your family and then one person place your food order at the counter. Seating is limited there. We ended up with takeout. Our last night there we ate at Ketch55 and it was mediocre at best. There’s a Food Lion just down the road about 18 minutes and a Duck Donuts in the same shopping center in Avon NC. This was probably one of our best vacations since before Covid. Thanks to the owners for allowing us to spend time in their beautiful home. And thanks to their next door neighbor for puttering out the trash for us and helping out with things around the neighborhood.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

27 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful home with beautiful view!

This was our second stay at Double Dog Dare and we looking forward to our next stay there already. The house was beautiful, clean, and well equipped to make our stay very comfortable. The views from the back decks are beautiful. The neighborhood is in a great location and has a gazebo, fishing pier, boat launch, kayaks, and corn hole. The owners communicate well and are very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

27 Aug 2022

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

The Most Perfect OBX Spot!

We absolutely loved our week in this home. The location is stunning, with incredible views of the sound for sunsets each night. In addition to the views from the house, access to the gazebo was magical and so stunning. The house was incredible, everything is new and top of the line. The beds were extremely comfortable, all appliances and AC worked fantastically, and every detail was considered. The space is luxurious and cozy- just what our family hoped for. The owners were SO helpful. They send us tons of information about the house and area before our trip, and even helped keep us aware of the best travel routes for our trip. They checked in to assure we had all we need, overall very thoughtful. The beach was walkable, but we chose to take the very short drive due to have a toddler with us - very easy! The house had a high chair, pack and play and baby gates! It will be hard to find a property to top this one - we will just have to come back! Book it today!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy

31 July 2022

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

Beautiful home in a great area!

We really enjoyed our stay at Double Dog Dare. The owners were very responsive, and the place was well stocked. Beds were comfortable and it's a quiet neighborhood. All around a wonderful stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

25 July 2022

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Perfect beach house

Perfect Beach House for a family

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly R.

25 July 2022

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July 2022

This is a fantastic listing. The house is beautiful, very clean, easy to access, and contains everything needed for the stay. Hosts are available, but not intrusive. The kitchen is better equipped than any other property we have seen. Details in this property, such as the Alexa for music, a high quality sound bar on the audio, high-end kitchen equipment, and very tasteful color and decorating schemes, indicate the owners thought about what would make guests enjoy their stay more. We have stayed in many VRBO properties in the U.S. and Europe. This was, by far, the nicest. It was perfect for our family of 7 adults and 2 children.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

22 July 2022

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Great Family Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Double Dog Dare. Very accommodating for more than one family , plenty of fun on property, and central to beaches only a kayak or short walk away We loved it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ajima R.

19 July 2022

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Beautiful place in Salvo

Our family enjoyed our stay at DDD. The location was great and just a short walk to different beach accesses. The house was spacious, beautiful, and clean. It was the first time we stayed in Salvo and we enjoyed the peaceful location with beautiful view. We would stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

15 July 2022

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Won’t need a double dog dare to stay again!

Clean, comfortable, and close to both northern and southern OBX destinations. We loved that this area is a little less “tourist-y” than other areas we’ve stayed. For those that like big waves, this is a great spot. We chose to find some beaches that were a little more mellow. Loved the options for exploring both bay and ocean sides. We had ages 14-80+ and everyone was able to go out on the kayaks in the sheltered bay area. This location allowed us to explore new beach areas as well. We would never have otherwise explored the former Oregon Inlet rescue center and the super secluded beach behind it, if we hadn’t stayed here, and it was one of our favorite experiences. So many seashells! Usually they’re so picked over, but I guess not many people make the trek to that beach, so we scored big. Bedding had been sanitized which is reassuring during Covid. We had to make our beds once we arrived, and if we had traveled further that might have been more irritating to make up a houseful of beds. So just know that going in. This area doesn’t have the most restaurants and stores nearby, so you have to plan ahead a little. The pros definitely outweigh the cons though. We’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

5 July 2022

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Already booked for next year!

We LOVE this place--house is spotless, gorgeous, great for families. Location is stunning and we love the fishing pier, kayaks, basketball court, cornhole. Only small downside is 9 am check out is early.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

16 June 2022

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The BEST

This place is absolutely breathtaking! The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do and the views from the balcony were stunning. Every room was spotless which made it extremely inviting. I would recommend this property over and over again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Martinsburg, WV, USA

30 May 2022

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Magnificent Sunsets

Sound side property in small community. Beautiful house with two floors and plenty of space for 3 couples and 2 kids/adults on bunk beds. Very clean and secure. Two viewing areas to see sunsets.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L., Gallatin

16 May 2022

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Excellent Property

This is the best property we've ever stayed at. Very clean, excellent layout, and everything you need is provided.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

4 May 2022

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Great newer home on sound side

I can’t say how pleased I was with this home. It had everything you need. Great quite location. Three sets of stairs was my only challenge but that’s what is to be expected at the beach. I recommend this highly

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kaye U.

28 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and great location

I stayed here for a long weekend with family. We were a group of 9 and there was plenty of space for us. This is a beautiful, clean house, and a prime location by the sound. We enjoyed taking the kayaks for a sunset paddle. The beach is a short walk and/or drive away. Because it is a private beach access, it was not crowded. However, the house was not stocked with additional toilet paper or paper towels, and beach towels and chairs are not included in the rental. We were also expected to bring our own food storage containers and restock the cleaning supplies (e.g. dishwasher detergent). All of which I find to be surprising, and a little strange, at this price point--I have stayed in other Vrbo properties in the Outer Banks, and have never encountered anything like this before. Communication with the property owners was also strange, bordering on unpleasant. I was direct and courteous in all my communications with the property owners, but still felt monitored and surveilled throughout the trip, as if it was assumed I would be breaking house rules or damaging the property. At this price point, I expect to be trusted to be a courteous guest and to be left alone during the stay--that's what the deposit is for. If the property owners are uncomfortable having guests in the home, then perhaps they should not be renting it out. Just my two cents.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

14 Oct 2021

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Nice property!

Our weather wasn’t great but the house accommodated nicely!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

10 Oct 2021

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Beautiful and clean

Great house, beautifully decorated and dog friendly neighborhood. My husband was kiteboarding from the property, very convenient

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

23 Sept 2021

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We had a good time. Would have been nice to have more supplies like toilet paper, soap, towels etc…

We all had a good time.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

6 Sept 2021

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Great trip!

Amazing property overlooking the water with plenty to do (kayaking, basketball, cornhole). The property was very clean upon arrival and the check in process was very easy. My family loved the view and the sunsets ….amazing place to stay in salvo!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana M., NJ

6 Sept 2021

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Beautiful sound view

It was a really beautiful place. They sky view was amazing. Recommend planning time as everything is a drive. Don’t waste money on bikes as it is not bike friendly area. Definitely would recommend providing more towels. Had to wash them to use again. Also was strange to be asked to throw towels in wash before checkout to help the cleaners. Otherwise it was a really great trip…would definitely like to vacation in the area again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B., Columbus

4 Nov 2020

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Outstanding property! Our favorite at OBX!

Super clean, modern decor, fully furnished kitchen for eating-in, fantastic sound view. 2nd time we've visited within a year and hope to return again soon. Love the location. Next door to the Pea Island Bird Sanctuary, Oregon Inlet and Bodie Lighthouse. And very friendly property mgmt team. It's all good.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Aaron

In 2019 we were the first family that rented Double Dog Dare from LA Brickner, the land developer and property manager. Our family had such a great experience that we purchased the property from LA that season. We hope that you enjoy the property as much as we do.

Black Dog Harbor Services provides A1 housekeeping services and special touches to make your vacation experience memorable.

Why they chose this property

The harbor area is a rare gem on Hatteras Island. It has almost 10 acres of common area, including boat slips and boat ramp. In addition to the original model home, now called Harbormaster, the neighborhood includes four semi-sound front "dog houses", almost identical homes with a nautical feel.

"Double Dog Dare" is one of the newest homes -- located in Dare county, part of the inspiration for the name.

What makes this property unique

Nearly new home, with thoughtful furnishings and decor. The views from all rooms are remarkable, but the sunsets over the sound are unforgettable. Bring your boat or use the community kayaks. Rent paddle boards, jet skis, and bikes and enjoy the benefits of staying at Black Dog Harbor.

Located in the harbor is Chocolate Lab Charters

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