Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi

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Very good

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 697.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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Waves, NC

Salvo Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Rodanthe Pier
‪4 min drive‬
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
‪21 min drive‬
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Big Break 982

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Nestled in the dunes on Bold Dune Drive, you'll find this beautiful little beach cottage just waiting to provide you with lasting memories of the Outer Banks.

All on one level, this bright and cheery home features a well-equipped kitchen, a spacious living and dining area, three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. Grown-ups can have the queen primary bedroom while the kids crash in the bedroom with two sets of bunks. The third bedroom has two single beds for any other family members or friends.

Gather on the spacious, oceanfront deck or climb a little higher to the observation deck, where you can sip your morning coffee while watching the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is just a short walk over the dunes.

Big Break is the Outer Banks in its true form - simple, serene, sun, sand, and surf.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs only. Max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Waves

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Palisade Acres, a neighbourhood in Waves. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waves, NC

What's nearby

Rodanthe Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Salvo Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Rodanthe Pier - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 21 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Dough Shack - ‬2 min drive
‪Village Conery - ‬3 min drive
‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
‪Beads & Beans Obx - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi located?

Nestled on the beach, this Palisade Acres holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of beach, Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Pier. Rodanthe Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.2

Very good

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Concetta S.

6 July 2024

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

Very relaxed

Waking up in the morning, going to the beach, hearing the birds singing while we had our cup a coffee on the deck and enjoying all the beautiful fireworks we saw on the Fourth of July

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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8/10 Good

Katherine B.

23 June 2024

Teacher’s Break

We enjoyed ourselves. We had everything we needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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4/10 Poor

Michelle M.

19 June 2024

Homeowner need to spend $ on cleans

Deep cleans would make a huge difference in our experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jeannie j.

22 Apr 2024

Perfect vacation

Very comfortable beach house with easy access to a wonderful part of the beach. My dog chases the birds up and down the beach and says hello (politely) to everyone fishing. I love having coffee up top at the house looking at the dunes and beach in the morning.

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4/10 Poor

Clifford W.

25 Sept 2023

Big Break 982

Loved being near the Ocean.

8/10 Good

Andrew A.

10 Aug 2023

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

OBX escape on the dunes

This property consists of an older home with all living amenities on one floor except for the washer and dryer which is at ground level. It has a great location just off the dunes. The kitchen was very well supplied with proper cookware (I really appreciated this!). The living room and kitchen area were adequate for our needs. The cleanliness of the home was average. There were cobwebs from the light to the ceiling, mildew/mold between the tub and surround and the foot shower handle outside and a leg of the Adirondack chair was broken. I really enjoyed having breakfasts on the top deck which overlooks the dunes, and watching the sunrises and NASA rocket that flew over!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

19 June 2023

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

Beautiful

Very nice, definitely dated, which did not bother me. Reminded me of growing up in my home in Connecticut. I wasn't able to climb dunes,missed swimming, didn't want pool time. But from 1 to 10, overall Id say 8.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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4/10 Poor

Holly H.

7 Feb 2023

Was not what I thought

The little walk that is stated is not what they claim. Its like climbing a mountain full of sinking sand. The vents are black with I hope was just dust. The tub in master bedroom had mold come out of the drain. I attempted to clean it as best I could. Door lock worked half the time. Had to resubmit the code several times before it worked. The location was good. Not one regular grocery store anywhere close. More than likely I will not rent this home again.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

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4/10 Poor

Jennifer K.

7 Jan 2023

A little disappointing...

Beach days were great and home is convenient to stores and great local spots. Appreciated the provided linens. Cons: mattresses were so bad we left a day early. Couches were also incredibly uncomfortable. Ant issue in the kitchen. Dust an inch thick on ceiling fans and dust around ducts worsened allergy symptoms. And you have to go outside and down to do laundry. The immediate dune access was almost a 90 degree angle. Fortunately, there are other paths nearby. Wanted to like this house more, but it needs some TLC and investment.

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6/10 Okay

Allen R.

5 Jan 2023

Big Break

This home is in terrible need of upgrades. The air conditioning vents were so filthy, I was wondering what we were breathing.

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10/10 Excellent

Alyxander P.

5 Sept 2022

Great house

This is a great place to stay! The location is amazing and allows for a super peaceful vacation. Albeit outdated, this place is still a great home away from home.

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8/10 Good

Marjorie J.

23 July 2022

Surf's Up

If you enjoy quiet adventure, you will love climbing this BOLD DUNE! Cottage sized house was decorated to thrill any surfer! Linen service was fantastic! Picnic table on the deck perfect for our family Low Country Boil dinner!

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10/10 Excellent

Glenda M.

18 May 2022

Big Break

We loved Big Break! The house was fully equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Love all the decorations in the house and the screens on all of the windows and sliding glass door! Never experienced any problems with the house during our 2 Wk stay. Very pleased with Big Break!

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10/10 Excellent

Piotr W.

22 Mar 2022

we all liked Big Break a lot

Big Break is an older house and it needs a little bit of fixing, however we all loved it, liked how it is decorated and would be happy to stay there again. Thank you !

8/10 Good

Roger J.

2 Aug 2021

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

2021 beach vacation

It was our first time staying this far south. We enjoyed the week and the quiet time that we had. People were also nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rae C.

7 July 2021

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

Fantastic Vacation Spot

We were welcomed to a very clean and cool house! The views are amazing and the location is perfect! The dunes are big, but totally doable! Questions I had before the trip were answered quickly and thoroughly! We hope to rent this house again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Marie L.

24 Apr 2021

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

Nice place!

The house was nice. Definitely older but everything worked. It was clean and smelled fresh

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liem B.

27 Mar 2021

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

OBX vacation

The cottage is not new but it is clean, up and running appliances. The outer beaches realty is very helpful

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

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10/10 Excellent

18 Aug 2019

Love the house, but would prefer to vacation in Avon. House is great, though! This review was ...

Love the house, but would prefer to vacation in Avon. House is great, though! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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8/10 Good

4 Aug 2019

The decor and amenities were above average when compared to other homes we have stayed in. Thi...

The decor and amenities were above average when compared to other homes we have stayed in. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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10/10 Excellent

26 May 2019

close to stores & eateries I like, easy beach access, screen porch is superior, separated laundry...

close to stores & eateries I like, easy beach access, screen porch is superior, separated laundry very nice. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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6/10 Okay

19 Nov 2018

Comfort. Even though the furniture and furnishings are dated and clearly need updated, it was sti...

Comfort. Even though the furniture and furnishings are dated and clearly need updated, it was still a lovely home and provided us with what we were looking for This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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10/10 Excellent

30 Sept 2018

Stay was great, couldn`t have been better. Great Clean House, Bedrooms had Excellent Mattresses(M...

Stay was great, couldn`t have been better. Great Clean House, Bedrooms had Excellent Mattresses(Most Important) with Ceiling fans over each bed and dark curtains, add in Beautiful Sunsets and Nighttime Stargazing for an excellent stay!!!! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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10/10 Excellent

23 Sept 2018

We enjoyed our stay and all the work by Outer Beaches to manage and strive to make our stay enjoy...

We enjoyed our stay and all the work by Outer Beaches to manage and strive to make our stay enjoyable, especially since Dorian hit the island just before our rental period started. We enjoyed relaxing on the decks and in the large open and comfy living room. Loved how spacious the kitchen was. The home had that `beach` feeling. Glad the driveway was paved. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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8/10 Good

28 Aug 2018

This home has a great location for sunsets! You can also fish from the backyard in the sound. We ...

This home has a great location for sunsets! You can also fish from the backyard in the sound. We had a great time here and would recommend it! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property