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Unique, Historic Rental in the Heart of Rodanthe!
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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10196.7 sq m
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Rodanthe, NC
- Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum15 min walk
- Rodanthe Beach1 min drive
- Rodanthe Pier4 min drive
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)40 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2 Bunk Beroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Half Bathroom
Toilet
Hall Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Queen Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Unique, Historic Rental in the Heart of Rodanthe!
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New roof, adirondack deck chairs, 2 rollaway beds added, and Jimmy Buffett theme wet bar room. Please note that the house is now in a cul-de-sac with decreased traffic because of the new bridge bypass. Please note that the house is now in a cul-de-sac with decreased traffic because of the new bridge bypass. Sandcastle By The Sea offers stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean to the East, the Pamlico Sound to the West, and the Pea Island Wildlife Refuge to the North. Located on the edge of Pea Island Wildlife Refuge in Rodanthe, Sandcastle By The Sea is a quick drive to the charming, local life of the 7 villages of Hatteras Island. Make your way down to Buxton to climb the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, stop by Chicamocomico Life Saving Museum, and of course, enjoy the open and uncrowded beaches of Hatteras Island. This Outer Banks vacation rental is only 30 minutes from Nags Head where you can discover even more of the Outer Banks! Plus, Sandcastle By The Sea makes beach days a breeze with the beautiful beaches of Hatteras Island just yards away. This oceanfront home was designed and built by the same architect who designed Serendipity, the house in the famed movie Nights In Rodanthe. Sandcastle By The Sea is a truly one-of-a-kind gem with breathtaking ocean views. With nothing to block your views, taking in a sunrise or sunset on the decks is a truly remarkable experience. Sandcastle By The Sea boasts the ability to sleep 11 comfortably so everyone will be able to take in the beauty of Rodanthe. Two floors of fully furnished wrap-around sun decks are the perfect place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee while watching the sunrise and lounging in the comfortable Adirondack chairs. You can dine at the picnic table on the covered deck overlooking the ocean or at the picnic table in the grill area.
Inside Sandcastle By The Sea, you'll find beach-inspired décor and artwork throughout this tastefully decorated rental. On the first floor, you will find a soundside bedroom with 4 twin beds and flat-screen TV, a pelican-inspired oceanside bedroom with a queen bed, a 4-inch gel mattress topper, and a flat-screen TV, an enclosed laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer, and a large full-size bathroom. When it's time to gather with family, upstairs is the perfect place to hang out. Enjoy an open-area living room on level 2, complete with a flat-screen TV, comfortable couch, and Lazy Boy recliner. The living area also grants you access to the deck via the sliding door where you can take in a spectacular view of the Pamlico Sound. On this level, you'll also find the kitchen that features everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. The dining room is the perfect place to enjoy those home-cooked meals. Here, you can gaze in awe at the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and the Wildlife Refuge through its many, expansive windows all while spending quality time with family. the second floor also has a fish-inspired half-bathroom. If you venture up another level, the third floor offers even more space for you to gather with your crew. This floor also has a wet bar with a sink, microwave, and wine refrigerator. To round out this level, walk into the ship's watch lower floor and enjoy the spiral staircase that takes you to the observation tower. With 8 windows and a 360-degree panoramic view of land and water, these are views you won't get anywhere else! For the avid watersports athlete, there is community sound beach access for paddleboarding and kayaking and the famous S-Turns surfing spot is steps away to the North. Guests at Sandcastle By The Sea also have access to the community tennis courts.
This home is perfect for the beach lover and features so many great amenities in a unique location. It's time to stop dreaming of the salty air and plan your stay to soak it up in person at Sandcastle By The Sea!
Distance To Beach: Approximately 63 Yards
BEDDING:
3 Queen Beds with 4-inch gel mattress toppers, 2 Twin Bunk Beds
GROUND LEVEL:
Carport.
LEVEL 1:
Queen Bedroom with Pelican Themed Decor and Flat Screen TV, Coastal Themed Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds and Flat Screen TV, Full Hall Island Themed Bathroom, Enclosed Laundry Area, Deck with Ocean and Sound Views, Picnic Table, and Adirondack Chairs.
LEVEL 2:
Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room Area, Half Bathroom, Deck with Ocean and Sound Views, and Adirondack Chairs.
LEVEL 3:
Wet Bar, Ocean Animal Themed Queen Bedroom with Flat Screen TV, Queen Master Bedroom with Tropical Decor, Beautiful Ocean Views, Flat Screen TV, Private Deck Access and Sitting Room with Closet, Full Hall Bathroom with Ocean Animal Themed Decor.
LEVEL 4:
Observation Tower with 360-Degree Panoramic View.
Inside Sandcastle By The Sea, you'll find beach-inspired décor and artwork throughout this tastefully decorated rental. On the first floor, you will find a soundside bedroom with 4 twin beds and flat-screen TV, a pelican-inspired oceanside bedroom with a queen bed, a 4-inch gel mattress topper, and a flat-screen TV, an enclosed laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer, and a large full-size bathroom. When it's time to gather with family, upstairs is the perfect place to hang out. Enjoy an open-area living room on level 2, complete with a flat-screen TV, comfortable couch, and Lazy Boy recliner. The living area also grants you access to the deck via the sliding door where you can take in a spectacular view of the Pamlico Sound. On this level, you'll also find the kitchen that features everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. The dining room is the perfect place to enjoy those home-cooked meals. Here, you can gaze in awe at the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and the Wildlife Refuge through its many, expansive windows all while spending quality time with family. the second floor also has a fish-inspired half-bathroom. If you venture up another level, the third floor offers even more space for you to gather with your crew. This floor also has a wet bar with a sink, microwave, and wine refrigerator. To round out this level, walk into the ship's watch lower floor and enjoy the spiral staircase that takes you to the observation tower. With 8 windows and a 360-degree panoramic view of land and water, these are views you won't get anywhere else! For the avid watersports athlete, there is community sound beach access for paddleboarding and kayaking and the famous S-Turns surfing spot is steps away to the North. Guests at Sandcastle By The Sea also have access to the community tennis courts.
This home is perfect for the beach lover and features so many great amenities in a unique location. It's time to stop dreaming of the salty air and plan your stay to soak it up in person at Sandcastle By The Sea!
Distance To Beach: Approximately 63 Yards
BEDDING:
3 Queen Beds with 4-inch gel mattress toppers, 2 Twin Bunk Beds
GROUND LEVEL:
Carport.
LEVEL 1:
Queen Bedroom with Pelican Themed Decor and Flat Screen TV, Coastal Themed Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds and Flat Screen TV, Full Hall Island Themed Bathroom, Enclosed Laundry Area, Deck with Ocean and Sound Views, Picnic Table, and Adirondack Chairs.
LEVEL 2:
Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room Area, Half Bathroom, Deck with Ocean and Sound Views, and Adirondack Chairs.
LEVEL 3:
Wet Bar, Ocean Animal Themed Queen Bedroom with Flat Screen TV, Queen Master Bedroom with Tropical Decor, Beautiful Ocean Views, Flat Screen TV, Private Deck Access and Sitting Room with Closet, Full Hall Bathroom with Ocean Animal Themed Decor.
LEVEL 4:
Observation Tower with 360-Degree Panoramic View.
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House Rules
Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Rodanthe
Located in Rodanthe, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outer Banks Beaches. Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports are also worth visiting.

Rodanthe, NC
What's nearby
- Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Rodanthe Beach - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
- Rodanthe Pier - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- Salvo Beach - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 15 min drive - 18.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Dough Shack - 4 min drive
- Village Conery - 7 min drive
- Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - 4 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 5 min drive
- Beads & Beans Obx - 3 min drive
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