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Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly

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Mermaid's Dream
Exterior
Top deck
Top deck
Top deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rodanthe, NC
  • Rodanthe Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Rodanthe Pier
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Salvo Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs bedroom with 2 king beds

2 King Beds

Downstairs king bedroom

1 King Bed

Downstairs master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly

Mermaid's Dream is just steps away from the sandy beach. One of our favorite things is sitting on the deck watching the dolphins (yes, we see them just about every day) and, of course, the wonderful sunrises and sunsets.

Bed linens will be furnished. Mermaid's Dream encompasses a reversed house plan which is very common to many homes along the Outer Banks. This simply means that the living area, ie, kitchen, dining, and living room are located on the highest level.

Our second floor level of Mermaid's Dream includes a very large living area (great for entertaining) with flat-screen TV and DVD player. A large sectional couch and two chairs face the two 8' sliders for a magnificent view of the ocean. The dining area, open to the living area and kitchen, has seating for eight plus 3 seats at the island. The modern kitchen has all the cooking needs should one decide never to venture out to any of the great restaurants in the area. A coffee station with a Keurig coffee maker and a traditional drip coffee maker is right off the kitchen for your convenience. There is a king bedroom upstairs with a connecting bath and shower that has its own slider to the outside oceanfront deck. A flat-screen TV and DVD are also in this bedroom.

Three of our bedrooms are downstairs, the master has a king bed with a large bathroom with a separate shower and jacuzzi tub. The slider leads to a covered deck that is virtually on top of the ocean. This bedroom has a flat-screen TV and DVD. Another bedroom downstairs, very spacious with a king bed, has a large window and a slider to a covered deck overlooking the ocean. This bed and breakfast style bedroom has a flat-screen TV and DVD. The third bedroom has two king beds. This bedroom has two windows; one with a view of the ocean, the other a view of the sound in the distance. This bedroom also has a flat-screen TV and DVD. This bedroom and the second bedroom share a full bathroom. Also, downstairs is a nice welcoming foyer and a full washer and dryer. Outdoor shower with hot and cold water. While staying in Mermaid's Dream, exploring is a must. Hatteras Island is simply the most beautiful place on earth - where the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound are separated by a thin, fragile slice of land. Hatteras Lighthouse, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, small villages of Avon, Buxton, Waves, Frisco, and Salvo are all within a short drive. Traveling the length of the Hatteras Island on the lovely Outer Banks of North Carolina is a coastal bike trail that’s as dreamy as it sounds. Running along the seashore, views of the bay and ocean greet you at every turn. You’ll want to take the whole family along to explore this famous island that offers stunning views every way you look!

In Rodanthe, explore the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Museum, Civil War Battle of Chicamacomico Races, and try to identify each of the over 400 species of birds. Or simply lay back and enjoy reading and watching the surf.

Pack and play are provided.

FREE Wireless Internet access for this property

The HVAC will shut off if doors or windows are left open to keep the compressors from freezing up resulting in damage to the ac systems.

A great source of information can be found at:

https://www.outerbanks.com/beach-guidelines.html?

There are cameras on site that are for security purposes when house is not occupied and are turned off during rental times.

Dogs are permitted upon approval for $100 per dog. No cats allowed at this time.

Please provide correct number of guests so housekeeping can adequately prepare towels/ linens.

Property manager

Matt and Melissa Storey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rodanthe

Located in Rodanthe, this holiday home is on 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.
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Rodanthe, NC

What's nearby

  • Rodanthe Beach - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Salvo Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 19 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dough Shack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Village Conery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beads & Beans Obx - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, Outer Banks, Rodanthe, Pet-Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rodanthe holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, Salvo Beach and beach. Rodanthe Pier is just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie H.

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

Great House

It was great! So close to the ocean!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cannon

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

Great House

The house layout is great. It was clean. The view of the beach from the living room is wide and unobstructed. The main level is very open and spacious with high ceilings. The kitchen table is huge and seats 8. Two of the bedrooms are attached to bathrooms. However the roomiest shower is the tub on the first level. Water pressure was good. The largest bedroom is on the 1st level, east side. Black out curtains worked great. The home is well equipped with cookware and kitchen items. The kids loved the jetted tub. We stayed during our spring break (1st week of April) and there were very few people around. The decks are panoramic. Hose bibs are outside entrances on both levels to clean sandy feet. The beds are big and comfortable. The neighboring house on the north side no longer exist even though it is in the satellite view map. Because the house is right on the beach the storms pushed A LOT of sand into the driveway and over several feet of the entrance steps. Not the house or homeowner fault but be aware. A two wheel drive vehicle could not park there due to the thick sand. I parked on the road. We really liked the house. The location isn’t convenient to shopping so get your main groceries in one trip. The pier is about 500 feet away. It opened 4/5, the day after we left unfortunately (. The homeowners were very responsive and pleasant to communicate with. This is our house of choice for that section of OBX.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

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

Remember to bring everything

The property was amazing right on the ocean, clean and easy to check in. We didn’t realize we needed to bring a lot more from home. All the beds didn’t have sheets and no extra ones at the property. There were only 2 towels for 5 people to share for showers. We had to buy more for our week there. There was not enough toilet paper or paper towels we had to buy more. There were no extra garbage bags either. We also had to buy a towel to use in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Will be back again!

We had the most wonderful time at Mermaid’s Dream!! We couldn’t get over how beautiful every view from the house is. It was very clean and spacious. Traveling with a toddler can be tricky, but we were provided with a travel crib and high chair. Plus the house was very kid friendly (not a lot of sharp edges or things our son would hurt himself on.) Our dog loved laying on the deck and watching the birds. We stayed up playing games that were provided after we put our son down. The house had everything we needed and more! (Even had to use a couple band aides from the first aide kit that was available!) We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Mermaids Dream

We had the most wonderful time. The house was nice and clean, location was absolutely amazing. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balloonfish B.

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

Thanksgiving Tradition

What a relaxing get away to this beautiful OCEAN FRONT home! The house was clean and spacious with INCREDIBLE VIEWS (saw tons of sea birds, dolphins and actually spotted a whale)!!! The kitchen was well equipped and the oversized kitchen table was perfect for gathering for meals, playing games, doing puzzles, etc. The ability to have our fur baby with us was icing on the cake! Raleigh, NC
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

McKenzie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed here multiple times through out the years and it’s always nice to come back. Unfortunately we did have to leave early due to the King Tide but the hosts were great with responding.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Right on the Ocean

The house was amazing. The ocean is just a few steps from the house. You can hear the soothing waves 24 hours a day and during high tide they reach just under the house. The views of the ocean and the pier from the porches are unbelievable. This has been our favorite OBX vacation. Thank you for the relaxing getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy p.

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

Loved the view

We had a wonderful time. Ate at some great restaurants. Wonderful view. Will return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Happy at the Beach

The house is beautiful. Very clean and has everything you need for your stay. You can’t get any closer to the water than if you went on a cruise. The week we stayed was right at the end of a big storm system so waves were rough and the tide came up and flooded the road in front of the house. We had a truck so it was not an issue for us. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the house. Would definitely recommend this house if you want to be right the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

shari S.

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

Awesome location

Loved the location of the house. It is right on the ocean. Loved this house. Definitely would rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

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

Mermaid's dream

It was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Z.

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

Week of bliss

Absolutely amazing location. Only feet from the ocean. Tons of room in the house. Would love to come back. It was like having our own private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

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

Great family vacation

The house was clean and comfortable for our family vacation. Communication was excellent and check-in process was very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

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

Great time!

We liked this property's proximity to the ocean! We enjoyed watching the surfers and taking walks on the beach. The kitchen is well-stocked with gadgets and appliances, and everyone slept well in the king-sized beds. The inclusion of sheets and towels is a bonus. We rented bikes and were happy to find the bike path out on Rt 12. The property is close enough to stores, etc that we were able to ride our bikes there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful house, right on the beach

We had a very nice trip. The outdoor lighting at night could have been better, but overall we had a very nice stay. All the families enjoyed the house very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Great ocean views

Booked for anniversary/family vacation. Clean and comfortable property with most anything you would need throughout the house and kitchen. Spent most of our time on the beach. Main level was great for family meals and enjoyed the deck seating and new BBQ grill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

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

Week Stay at Mermaid's Dream

Overall, the property very much met our needs. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Because of a recent storm, the beach was eroded, but there is plenty of beach just a couple of houses on both sides. The owner was very attentive to an internet issue and had it corrected within 24 hours. It was a very good stay. Definitely would go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great House

The house is spacious and comfortable. The beds were all comfortable as well. We didn't arrive until dark, don't use GPS as it lead to another street. Follow owners directions. The tide was high in April, didn't have much beachfront. The owners were accommodating and informative. Perhaps a binder with detailed info on TV (it took us awhile) and possibly a guest book that folks wrote in to suggest places to visit etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

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

Holiday Get Away

The house was just as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was amazing watching the dolphins each day from the main living run. Matt & Melissa were very kind & gracious to help us when we thought we had left a sweater behind.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Nice

We had a wonderful stay at this house! It overlooks the ocean and the decks are great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted H.

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

Nestled Among Beautiful National Park Seashores

The ride in was breathtakingly beautiful. If you enjoy the soothing sound of the waves, this is your place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful “Ocean” House

Mermaid’s Dream is nice house on the beach, but the pictures online are outdated. It shows the satellite view as having the house out further than the rest of the houses. It isn’t. There are houses on both sides that are out more. That didn’t matter, other than the pic being misleading. Also, the street they show as ocean drive doesn’t exist on one end anymore because of the sand dunes. Don’t follow GPS to get there, but the instructions that they send you instead. We got there at high tide, so the water was crashing under the house onto the wooden poles. It never got to our cars though. You only have a beach at low tide. There is no driveway, just sand! No way to not walk through sand to get to your car. The inside is accurately shown. Older home, but beautiful views! Incredibly unique beach experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beachfront

Beautiful home on the beach, spacious and clean. We had a fantastic time, when we come back to outer banks will book this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Fall Retreat

Our family enjoyed both the decks with all the deck furniture. Kitchen was furnished well. May have been closer to water than we realized. And Google directions were not accurate when we arrived close to the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Melissa Storey

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My wife and I just moved to North Carolina to be closer to Hatteras Island. We want our children to grow up coming to Nirvana whenever possible. We all love to travel and explore the area.

Why they chose this property

Ever since our family vacation at the Outer Banks in December 2015, we have loved this area because of the one of a kind shore line, perfect weather, and fun in the sun.

What makes this property unique

A short walk to Rodanthe Pier with world class fishing. Watersports on Hatteras Island are known all around the world.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests