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From the sound side. This home has front & back steps (2 lvls) & no elevator.

Dinning room & kitchen with a half bath. Closed door is laundry room.

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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

salvo, NC

Salvo Beach10 min walk
Rodanthe Pier7 min drive
Cape Hatteras National Seashore24 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We are so impressed with this property that it was our 3rd year staying here. It is just right for me and my husband and...

Karen H.

Sep 11, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

SoundFront Water Lovers Paradise, front yard kiting, Ocean beach access

Beautiful Hatteras Island home. The home is built for guests of all ages, the sound front home has water views from all rooms & sleeps 8 people comfortably. This 3 bedroom home with an open living space has many "sweet spots" to read books, play games & water access for kiting, kayaking… to enjoy a relaxing fun holiday.
Equipped with: a basketball hoop, great bike riding & local path, sound front beach, pier to sound, jacuzzi on the main sound front deck, ping pong & modern amenities.
Rents Sunday to Sunday. If you are renting 2 weeks or more, the cleaning fee and hot tub fee schedule changes. It is $250 per week after the second week for cleaning and $50 a week for hot tub fees.
NOTE: March 2020 to Present - ALL LINENS HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM THE RESIDENCE. Our cleaning service requires this. There are linen rental companies throughout the OBX (as the removal of linens has become common place & was being done prior to COVID for most properties).

Property manager

Dawn Plunkett

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Absolutely no parties are allowed on this property

Pets

Pets allowed

Please see sign and return the Pet agreement.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All gear from the home (Kayaks, paddles, crab trap...etc) needs to be brought back to the house each evening. Tide will take them away.

Booking this property equals acceptance of Rental and Pet Agreements, as well as Hot Tub Rules. See attached house rules.

Booking Traveler MUST: -be part of the group staying in the property. -accept property rules and; is liable for the home and; all guests.

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

Note from host: Absolutely no parties are allowed on this property

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salvo

Located in Salvo, 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

salvo, NC

What's nearby

Salvo Beach - 10 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 SoundFront Water Lovers Paradise, front yard kiting, Ocean beach access pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SoundFront Water Lovers Paradise, front yard kiting, Ocean beach access ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SoundFront Water Lovers Paradise, front yard kiting, Ocean beach access ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SoundFront Water Lovers Paradise, front yard kiting, Ocean beach access located?

This family-friendly Salvo holiday home is located on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Salvo Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Rodanthe Beach is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

26 June 2024

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

Wonderful Property

The property was very nice and well appointed with things that you'd need to make your vacation comfortable - particularly the kitchen. Family loved bouncing between the sound and the ocean!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

19 Apr 2024

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

Celebrating a Birthday

Beautiful location, amazing sunsets & clean well furnished kitchen & rooms. Walking distance to ocean & Cape Hatteras park & beach. Loved the hot tub! Everything was as described & more beautiful than pictures. Definitely a Sweet Spot!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

11 Sept 2023

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

Perfect get-away 3rd year in a row

We are so impressed with this property that it was our 3rd year staying here. It is just right for me and my husband and dog. Our favorite part was being able to step outside to the Sound and float around. We brought an inflatable SUP but there are kayaks available. While it’s not too big for us (like a lot of rentals on OBX), it still has ample space for multiple guests or families. The house is well laid out and well-equipped with everything you may need. The new hot tub is very nice. And the sunsets from the back decks are absolutely gorgeous.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah G.

7 Sept 2023

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

7/20/23-7/27/23

Great house, location and communication with property manager. Highly recommend the Sweet Spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara F., Riverdale Park, MD

14 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful family getaway!

We enjoyed a truly fantastic week at Dawn’s family friendly property “The Sweet Spot.” My only gripe is that we didn’t have more time to stay! The location is spectacular with bay access (and a shallow sandy bottom that you can swim in with littles) and super close to walk/drive to national seashore beaches with no competition for parking. We enjoyed daily kayak rides with the kids or just sitting on the back porch overlooking the beautiful view. The house was very clean and well appointed in the kitchen. We hope to visit again very soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy O., Fairfax Station, Virginia

10 Aug 2023

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

Sweet Spot

Great property with a great location. The house has an open layout that is perfect for a family vacation. The kitchen is well stocked, and the house is loaded with a number of little extras. The location by the sound with a private dock provided easy access to the sound for SUP and kayaking (kayaks provided) and great sunset views. Though not right next to the beach it was very easy to access via car, bike or walk. We have stayed here before and have loved it. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a very nice place for a family OBX vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

9 Aug 2023

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

Best of everything

We spent a week at week at Sweet Spot in July. What a wonderful experience! The house was well kept, had everything we could need and then some. The host was extremely responsive to our little questions and was wonderful! The location is wonderful. Right on the sound with gorgeous sunrises and sunsets! The access to the beach was easy. We took our golf cart which was a huge help with access to the beach for the to and from but not necessary. It is a bit of a long walk but bike ride or car is easy and golf cart is great! The hot tub was a great feature that was utilized each evening. The house itself was so comfortable and welcoming! We are certainly looking forward to booking again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

9 July 2023

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

Family trip

Our family’s stay at The Sweet Spot was just what we needed. Everything we needed was already thought of before hand. Great attention to detail with decorating and supplies. We would definitely stay here again! Plus, you get a free leg workout on all the stairs! And you can’t beat those sunsets.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Oklahoma

5 July 2023

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

Our Third Visit

We LOVE this house. Perfect location. Feels like home. On the sound and close to the beach, clean, comfortable and well stocked. Everything you need for a relaxing vacation. I highly recommend this home. Don’t hesitate to stay at the Sweet Spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hung N.

26 June 2023

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

Awesome home

The place is wonderful. The view of the sound in the evening when the sun set is breathtaking. Dawn’s place is immaculate. Her home is beautifully decorated. The home is exceptionally clean and well appointed. My family has a great time staying there. Would rent again. Thanks Dawn.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ezra S.

23 Apr 2023

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

Truly sweet

We had a great time at Sweet Spot. Much nicer than many other rentals in the area. Very homey, very clean. The kitchen is A+. Excellent communication and help from Dawn. Hope we can return.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrett D.

10 Apr 2023

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

Sound, Beach, Hoops

5-star sound-side accommodation with out-the-backdoor access to the sound for fishing or water sports. Very easy 2-minute access to the beach for long dog walks. Really enjoyed our stay. Our son especially loved the basketball hoop. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

15 Sept 2022

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

Second year

We very much enjoyed staying at the Sweet Spot a second year in a row! The Sound side is beautiful, and the home was spotless with everything we needed. There is easy access to the beach as well. Our dog especially enjoys this spot with the easy dock access to the water. Thank you again and we hope to be back a 3rd year next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William B.

21 Aug 2022

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

What a Sweet Spot

Great location and Great View of sunsets over the sound.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy O., Fairfax Station, Virginia

19 Aug 2022

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

Salvo

This was a great property. The home had everything we needed to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It is a modern home that was well equipped. The kitchen had everything one would need to make a family meal with a view (sunsets were great). Though the entertainment system took a bit of effort to understand, once mastered it provided perfect movie nights. The view over the sound was outstanding, and we loved the pier access to the sound/water--easy access for stand-up paddle boarding and/or kayaking. Access to the ocean side/beach was also very easy and convenient. We normally rent a property on the beach, but we loved the Sweet Spot's location and accommodations so much that we have changed our thinking when it comes to renting Sound side. This house is perfect for a family stay. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place with a view and easy access to both the sound and beach. Perfect OBX vacation home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

8 Aug 2022

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

Family summer vacation

The house was lovely and very comfortable. Beautiful views of the sound. Hot tub was a wonderful added feature. We had the most relaxing vacation ever.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

1 Aug 2022

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

A perfect OBX getaway

A beautiful home with amazing picturesque views of the sound. The home is well equipped and thoughtfully decorated. We enjoyed every minute.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

25 July 2022

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

Awesome

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay Dawn’s place. We immediately felt right at home. The easy access to the water made windsurfing, fishing, SUP, etc. completely hassle free-we loved it. We can’t wait to stay here again!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

8 May 2022

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

Beautiful Sunsets

Lovely home on the sound within walking distance to Salvo day use area and beach.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

6 May 2022

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

Soundside paradise, exceptional Host

Our family of 7 had a wonderful stay at The Sweet Spot. It’s a great and quiet location for enjoying the sound and the ocean. Our kids enjoyed exploring the shallow waters of the sound right behind the house. Kayaking and paddle boarding. Then coming back to the house for a dip in the hot tub and games of ping pong. The sunset views on the sound are spectacular. And watching the water sports right out back is a real treat. As a the cook of the family, I appreciated the fully stocked and well organized kitchen. The house is very comfortable and clean. Dawn is a kind and welcoming host. Answering any questions I might have. Dawn and her staff even helped reunite my son with a favorite stuffed animal he left behind at the house. That’s going the extra mile!! I have no complaints and we hope to stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ileana J.

27 Mar 2022

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

OBX spring break

We had a wonderful time in the OBX and wonderful stay in this gem of a home. Clean and well equipped house in a remote and beautiful location. Host was easily reached if needed. Centrally located for exploring all of the OBX. Our kids were a little too young to get use out of the dock but I think older kids would have loved to do water sports from this home. The only con was having to bring our own linens. Although the host specified this prior to booking and I agreed, it was a larger task than expected for a family of 5. I hope as COVID restrictions ease, she will change this policy. Would recommend to anyone looking for an OBX adventure.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM H., DURHAM

18 Mar 2022

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

Ocean front near Rodanthe

Lovely view over the sound is the highlight of this house. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds are comfortable. There is ample parking. Dawn was very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

17 Oct 2021

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

We love the sweet spot

We came back for a return visit and our second stay at the sweet spot was as great as our first. Dawn is a wonderful host. Her home is beautiful. The kitchen is very well stocked with appliances, utensils, serving pieces etc. Furniture and finishes in this house are all of the highest quality. Decor in the house is great, it’s much more “homey” here than most vacation rentals. The home is well maintained. Location on Pamlico sound in Salvo is perfect for kite surfers - launch from the back yard!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

12 Oct 2021

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

The Sweetest Spot

This place is wonderful and highly recommend! We enjoyed the beautiful views, the fishing on the beach nearby, food at local restaurants, and peaceful atmosphere of this beautiful home!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

12 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful house and location

We had a wonderful time at the Sweet Spot! The place was the perfect size, very clean, and beautifully decorated. The kitchen had everything you could possible need and there were 2 grills (gas and charcoal). We loved the decks and the dock right out to the Sound. The Sound side sunsets were gorgeous and the Milky Way was visible from the house on a clear night. It was great to have kayaks available and the hot tub was a nice bonus. This has been our favorite place to stay on the Outer Banks so far. It’s quiet and isolated but also a short 10 min walk to the beach (or a couple minute drive). My only recommendation is for maybe a couple Adirondack (or similar) chairs for the decks.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Plunkett

This is our personal home and retreat. The house was built to lend itself to our hobbies and lifestyle. We are family oriented, child & adult friendly and love the water. There are beautiful water views from every room in the house.
We are an adventurous family and found this property on one of our Kite Boarding/family trips to the OBX. My husband literally found the lot from the water for its sandy beach launch. The house is built with a lawn area at the beginning of our pier for easy set up and take down of all water and wind gear. This area is set up with a hose and a hot/cold water outdoor shower. The front yard is well suited for children to play, with a half basketball court, long driveway with a private culde-sac, sand box and beautiful old oak trees for shaded play areas. There are beautiful swings located at the sound side ground level, hot tub and eating area on the sound side main deck, large teak bench on the driveway side (for the person chilling out while watching the children) and large teak barstools on the sound side upper deck (located right outside of the "sunset bar" ping pong room).
The main Sound side hot tub is a must at sunset no matter what time of year you are there!

Why they chose this property

With wall to wall wood floors, water views, an open floor layout, gorgeous teak island and granite counter top kitchen, this house feels peaceful from the moment you walk in. There are 3 bedrooms; the master with a California king, the guest bedroom with a queen and the "bunk" room with 2 pyramid bunk beds (full size bottom & twin tops). The house is located on a private Culde-sac with only one other home, but is part of the South Beach development (across hwy 12) with full private beach access. It is a 5 minute walk but there are also parking spots and a boardwalk over the dunes to the beach. Ride your bike over in the morning to watch the sunrise and check on the surf. The Park service offers permits for 4WD beach access and bonfires. A quarter mile from the home is the Salvo day use area with 2 beaches and a great place for children to ride bikes or runners to complete an additional loop.
For water sports our sandy bottom launch allows for great family fun and easy access to premier flat shallow water.

What makes this property unique

This sound front home offers a sandy bottom entrance into the sound. Great for family play time, launching your kites, SUPs or Kayaks, fishing, setting crab traps...etc.

Amazing, uninterrupted view of Sunsets.

Beautiful bird watching over the front yard marsh.