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

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Property grounds
On the beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, DVD player

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms98 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Waves, NC
  • Place, Rodanthe Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Waves

A family-friendly stay in Waves awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Salvo Beach. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Waves holiday home include Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
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What's nearby

  • Rodanthe Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 19 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 31 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beads & Beans OBX - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hoy Lechon - Asian Inspired BBQ - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.

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
Guests have access to the Club Hatteras Pool Facility, located at the Avon office address: 41156 Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915. The pool is generally open from May 24 to September 8, from 10 AM to 6 PM. Please note that the operation of community pools is subject to the discretion of the state inspector, management, and/or the HOA. As a result, the availability schedule may change without prior notice.

*Oceanfront homes are subject to beach nourishment projects scheduled by individual towns. Ask us about any planned beach nourishment in our area.*

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,054 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

1007042

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi?

The closest beach to Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi is Outer Banks Beaches (29.6 km).

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

Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi has a pool and a communal pool.

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

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and highchairs, it's no surprise that Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi?

No, Dog-friendly, oceanfront home in the dunes with observation deck & WiFi does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alyxander P.

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jennifer Y.

Great Family Getaway

We had a terrific stay at Big Break with the family. It was very peaceful and relaxing. The views of the ocean from the top deck were enjoyed during morning coffee and the star gazing in the evening was amazing. We were surprised to see a Space X rocket one night soar across the sky. We would definitely recommend this home and hope to visit again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger J.

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Katherine B.

Teacher’s Break

We enjoyed ourselves. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liem B.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae C.

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie j.

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Did have high sand dunes to cross to and from the ocean but so did all other houses there. Does need some minor electrical work done (power cord would fall out of the sockets) but overall very nice house
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie L.

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
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Clifford W.

Big Break 982

Loved being near the Ocean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Concetta S.

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Marjorie J.

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Piotr W.

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 !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda M.

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!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Michelle M.

Homeowner need to spend $ on cleans

Deep cleans would make a huge difference in our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Allen R.

Big Break

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

8/10 Good

Beth H S.

Adorable home away from home

This house really is a cute little home away from home. It’s not the grandest but you’re ON the BEACH! The top deck has a nice view of the water, and you don’t have to look at anyone on the beach to enjoy the ocean view. Kitchen was well equipped. Internet and TV worked great for quiet evenings in. Bedding was adorable. The whole place has a very homey feel. Gate to the back deck worked out great for pets, but you could never tell a pet had been anywhere around! Washer and dryer on ground level, not the most convenient but again ON THE BEACH. Several lines for drying items outside very nice! Lovely neighborhood, quiet streets plenty far enough away from the highway. If you need a smaller sized home, this is a winner!