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$545,000
3 bd
2 ba
This sweet, well-maintained home is your perfect full-time dream or second-home getaway! The owners have blocked most of the rental calendar for their own use, offering you incredible flexibility for personal occupancy in 2026. On the first level, you will find three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including an ensuite. The kitchen, family, and dining areas flow together seamlessly under a vaulted ceiling, making the main living space feel incredibly spacious. Added in 2006, the upper level features a bright, open room with abundant windows, a cozy gas fireplace, a half bath, and a wet bar. From here, step out onto the sun deck to relax in the hot tub and take in the beautiful ocean views! Per a prior listing, major updates since 2015 include the HVAC, roof, water heater, refrigerator, washer, kitchen cabinets with Silestone countertops, and Anderson windows. The current owners have continued updates with interior paint, updated lighting and most furnishings which further the home's clean and move in ready appeal. While it lives like a four-bedroom property, the current septic is permitted for three bedrooms; however, the spacious 10,000-square-foot lot accommodates expansion, and an improvement permit for a four-bedroom system is already on file. You will love the shaded outdoor living space beneath the house—perfect for relaxing in a hammock with a cool drink. Located on Bold Dune Drive in Waves, this peaceful community features larger, private lots, ocean access right at the end of the street, and a welcoming neighborhood with many full-time residents.
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$898,900
5 bd
3 ba
580 sq ft
This is your opportunity to secure a beautifully rejuvenated oceanfront beach home before it’s gone. With fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring, direct beach access, and sweeping ocean views, this rare find is move-in ready and full of coastal charm. There’s even room to add a pool and elevate the property even further.
First Level:
Welcoming entryway with generous storage, full bathroom, laundry area, and a cozy sitting room.
Mid-Level:
Four bedrooms, two full baths, a bonus room, and an oceanfront deck accessible from two bedrooms—perfect for morning sunrises and salty breezes.
Top Level:
A spacious great room with cathedral ceilings and abundant natural light, plus the primary bedroom and a half bath. Step onto the expansive oceanfront deck with built-in seating and unwind to the soothing sound of the waves.
Additional highlights include paved parking, an outdoor shower, and convenient access to shopping, dining, bike rentals, ice cream parlors, and coffee shops.
Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional oceanfront retreat—schedule your showing today.
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$1,399,000
4 bd
5 ba
Spectacular panoramic views from this beautiful oceanfront home with private pool, hot tub, game room, and elevator. This beautiful 4 bedroom, 5.5 bath home is perfect for second home or investment property with plenty of space to entertain friends and family. The reverse floor plan showcases the numerous wrap around windows to let in the light and take in the gorgeous views. Large decks on each level, and screened-in porch on the soundside of the house for watching beautiful sunsets over the Pamlico Sound. The top level offers a large great room, kitchen, dining area, half bath, and stairs to the Ship's Watch. The middle level features a primary ensuite bedroom, 3 additional ensuite spacious bedrooms all
with deck access. The first level features a bonus bedroom with 2 pyramid bunks, full bathroom, and a game room with a kitchenette with access to the pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, gas grill, and fish cleaning table. See Rental Income in Associated Documents. 2026 Rental Income is as of April 6, 2026. Florida OBX RV Park owns the south lot next to the home. Home is well maintained and ready for new owners.
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$1,995,000
7 bd
7 ba
Oceanfront home to RISE N' SHINE, a transformative start to your day and all that lies ahead as you experience everything this seven-bedroom/seven- and one-half bath home has to offer you, your family and friends.
It’s just a short stroll from the calm ocean waves and a large swimming pool, surrounded by inviting chaise lounges, a six-person hot tub, and two outdoor showers where you can take a refreshing rinse upon returning from the sandy beach. Two grills — one charcoal and one gas — give you options for afternoon cookouts. Need a break from the sun? Head into the game room on the first level. It's the perfect cool retreat, offering a Smart TV, pool table, arcade game console, and foosball table for endless entertainment. Plus, you’ll find a full-size refrigerator, making it easy to grab a quick snack or a cold drink. With an ensuite bedroom outfitted with two pyramid bunks and another ensuite bedroom with two single beds — both with Smart TVs — this level is the perfect hang-out spot for the kids. A washer/dryer completes this level.
Four more of the home’s ensuite bedrooms are located on the second level, just off the entry-way foyer. All are king masters with Smart TVs, two of which feature private access to a covered oceanfront deck where you can watch dolphin pods frolicking beyond the surf. The final bedroom, a king master with deck access and an ensuite bath featuring a double vanity and stone tile shower, is located on the top level, just off the great room.
It is here where you should prepare to be captivated. This open living area is an invitation to unwind, centered around two giant leather couches perfect for kicking back and enjoying the Smart TV. Craft your family's best meals in the well-equipped kitchen, then gather for a feast at the eight-person dining table and the four-person breakfast bar, all while the ocean’s melody provides a soothing soundtrack. Best of all, doors in the dining area open wide onto the top floor deck where you can enjoy the evening breeze with a glass of wine or truly live up to the home’s name with your morning coffee.
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$459,000
2 bd
2 ba
Welcome to Seaside Dream, a beautifully updated beach cottage just a short walk from the beach in the Tri Villages. Whether you're looking for a second home, vacation rental, or full-time residence, this home is move-in ready with extensive recent improvements already completed.
Inside you'll find an open living, kitchen, and dining area, two bedrooms, two remodeled bathrooms, and a spacious sleeping loft with two sets of bunk beds, providing plenty of room for family and guests. Outside, enjoy a large front deck, an outdoor shower, enclosed storage, and covered space for all your beach and watersports gear.
The owners have made significant improvements, including new pilings, a new concrete slab, driveway, remodeled bathrooms, updated flooring, fresh interior paint, a refurbished kitchen with new appliances and lighting, a new downstairs mini split, new upstairs HVAC, and a new outdoor shower with storage.
If you're looking for an investment property, you'll appreciate the rental history. In 2025, the home generated over $32,800 in owner payouts through Airbnb and VRBO, making it an excellent opportunity to enjoy yourself while generating rental income. Rental history is available upon request.
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$759,000
5 bd
3 ba
If the Pamlico Sound is your playground, this is the home you've been waiting for. Named 20 KNOTS, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is perfectly positioned for anyone who loves life on the water. Enjoy easy, private access to the Pamlico Sound, where an exceptional sandy launch awaits for kiteboarding, wing foiling, windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and more. Located just minutes from Real Watersports, local restaurants, shopping, and beach access, you'll enjoy one of the most sought-after watersports destinations in the world while still being just a short walk to the Atlantic Ocean.
Inside, there's room for everyone. The three-level floor plan offers spacious gathering areas, private bedroom retreats, and incredible Pamlico Sound views from the top level. The great room features vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and panoramic water views that make this home truly special. The open kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a beautiful glass tile backsplash, ample counter space, and a breakfast bar, while the dining area is perfectly positioned to take in unforgettable Hatteras Island sunsets. A cozy sitting area provides the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise.
The mid-level features a king ensuite with private bath, deck access, and beautiful sound views, along with two additional bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath. The ground level offers two more spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and a recreation room that opens directly to the private pool and hot tub.
The current owners have invested extensively in the property, giving buyers peace of mind for years to come. Recent improvements include a FORTIFIED™ roof (2025), all new windows, a new pool liner, concrete pool deck repairs, a new Modern Flames fireplace, Trex decking on the second and third-floor decks, luxury vinyl plank and carpet flooring throughout, Bassett sofas, built-to-last deck furniture, a Tesla EV charger, updated bathroom vanities, two HVAC systems, surround sound, new washer and dryer, and fresh interior paint completed throughout the home from 2018 through 2024.
Outside, multiple levels of decking invite you to relax and take in the views, while the private pool and hot tub are the perfect place to unwind after a day on the water. Whether you're looking for a vacation home, investment property, or your own Hatteras Island retreat, 20 KNOTS offers an unbeatable combination of location, quality, and lifestyle.
An opportunity like this rarely comes along. The adjacent soundfront homesite (MLS #133537) is also available for purchase. Already improved with a boardwalk to the sound, a storage shed for watersports equipment, and building plans for a future home, it offers the chance to create your own private waterfront compound. Keep the lot as your personal launch site, build a second home, or simply preserve the open space beside you. Owning both properties would create one of the most unique kiteboarding and watersports properties on Hatteras Island.
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$829,000
3 bd
2 ba
Wake up to the sound of the Atlantic and enjoy panoramic ocean views from this beautifully updated oceanfront home in the heart of Waves. Offering three bedrooms with an additional sleeping space, this property comfortably accommodates guests while providing the perfect combination of coastal charm and modern updates.
The interior was completely renovated down to the studs in 2015, creating an open and inviting floor plan with soaring 11-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, custom cabinetry, and an updated kitchen designed for gathering after a day on the beach. The spacious primary suite features a private bath with double vanities and a walk-in tiled shower, while the additional bedrooms and bonus sleeping area provide plenty of room for family and friends.
Outdoor living is equally impressive with expansive wraparound decks, a screened porch, and a shaded patio beneath the home. An outdoor shower, under-house storage, and both gas and charcoal grills make enjoying life at the beach effortless.
The owners have continued to invest in the property with numerous recent improvements, including a new HVAC system and water heater (2024), rebuilt oceanfront deck, added gutters, sistering of 10 pilings, resurfaced south porch (2025), new washer, dryer, and microwave (2026).
Beyond its exceptional location and updates, this home has demonstrated strong rental appeal, generating over $82,000 in rental income in 2025 and already producing $75,000 for 2026, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking both personal enjoyment and investment potential.
Located just steps from one of Hatteras Island's most beautiful beaches, you'll enjoy easy access to surfing, fishing, shelling, kiteboarding, and all the shops, restaurants, and attractions the Tri-Villages have to offer. Whether you're looking for a second home, vacation rental, or a place to create lasting family memories, this oceanfront retreat delivers the best of Hatteras Island living.
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$699,000
5 bd
5 ba
Welcome to your place at the beach in the heart of Waves. Just one lot back from the ocean, this 5-bedroom home has the space, layout, and features that make it an easy choice for both second home buyers and investors.
The top level is where everyone ends up. Vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and an open living, dining, and kitchen area that all flows together. The kitchen has granite countertops, bar seating, and plenty of room to spread out. Step outside to the decks or screened porch and you’ll catch ocean views and that steady breeze that makes you want to stay awhile. The king en suite is also on this level with its own private deck.
The mid level offers three more en suite bedrooms, including two queens and a bunk room, plus a laundry area right where you need it. Everyone has their own space here, which makes a big difference for guests and rentals.
Downstairs is all about fun and function. Game room with a wet bar, extra hangout space, a queen bedroom, and easy access out to the pool area. Two outdoor showers make beach days easy, and the setup down here keeps sand where it belongs.
Outside, you’ve got a private pool, kiddie pool, plenty of deck space, and a cargo lift to make unloading simple. And the beach access is just a short walk away, so getting to the ocean is quick and easy.
Sea Isle Hills has a great feel to it, and you’re right in the middle of Waves close to Real Watersports, the Salvo Day Use Area, and favorites like Good Winds and Waterman’s.
This is one of those homes that just works, whether you’re using it yourself, renting it out, or doing a little of both.
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$750,000
5 bd
4 ba
Welcome to your beach getaway in the heart of Waves. This fun coastal home is just a short walk to the beach access plus REAL Watersports and Watermen's Bar & Grill where you can grab dinner, enjoy live music, watch incredible soundside sunsets, and experience some of the best kiteboarding, winging, and watersports on the East Coast. With approximately $50,000 in annual rental income, this property offers the perfect combination of beach house and investment opportunity.
Outside, the private pool area is made for vacation mode with plenty of room for lounging in the sun. The heated pool and brand new hot tub in 2025 help extend the season for owners and guests alike. Multiple decks offer great spots for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or unwinding after a day at the beach. The beach access is nearby, and you are also just minutes from the Salvo Day Use Area, a favorite local spot with shallow sound waters perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, picnics, and sunset watching. The Rodanthe Pier is close by too for fishing, sightseeing, or grabbing a bite at the pier house.
Inside, the home has a bright, relaxed beach feel with updated flooring, spacious gathering areas, and an open-concept top floor designed for entertaining. The kitchen flows easily into the dining and living areas surrounded by windows and deck access that bring in tons of natural light. The lower-level den with wet bar creates a second hangout space guests love after long beach days.
With 5 bedrooms, including multiple en suites plus bunk rooms for extra sleeping space, this home comfortably accommodates large groups and keeps renters coming back year after year. The mattresses have all been recently updated, appliances are within the last 3 years, and the home has been well cared for and rental ready. Located in the heart of Waves near restaurants, watersports, fishing, and beach access, this is the kind of property buyers wait for on Hatteras Island. Whether you are looking for a second home, investment property, or both, this one is ready to enjoy from day one.
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$799,000
4 bd
4 ba
Welcome to Ireland Parish, a spacious oceanside retreat in the heart of Waves offering ocean views, easy beach access, and plenty of room for family and friends. Located directly across from the pedestrian beach access, this 3,784-square-foot home is designed for making memories while also delivering the features buyers look for in a successful vacation rental property.
Outside, you'll find ample parking, a fish cleaning station, park grill, private pool with furnished sun deck, hot tub, and a tiki bar complete with a half refrigerator, perfect for enjoying long summer days after a trip to the beach. The home is equipped with an exterior luggage lift serving the second and third floors, making unloading groceries and luggage a breeze.
The first level is all about fun, featuring a large game room with a full-size pool table, wet bar, microwave, TV, sleeper sofa, and direct access to the pool area. A dedicated theater room with a 106-inch movie screen creates the ultimate movie-night experience. A full bath is also located on this level.
The second floor offers four comfortable bedrooms, including an oceanside ensuite. Several bedrooms enjoy deck access, and the west-facing deck is a favorite gathering spot with comfortable seating, and stunning sunset views over the sound.
The top floor showcases an open-concept great room with soaring cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light, and expansive east and west sundecks that capture both sunrise and sunset views. The spacious kitchen features a breakfast bar, center island with wet bar, and easy flow into the dining area, making it ideal for entertaining large groups. A cozy tower room provides an additional getaway space with panoramic views of the ocean, sound, and village of Waves.
Located close to Real Watersports, the Salvo Day Use Area, Rodanthe Pier, and local favorites including Good Winds and Waterman's, this property offers easy access to some of the best kiteboarding, watersports, fishing, dining, and beach experiences on Hatteras Island.
Whether you're looking for a second home, investment property, or a place where generations can gather at the beach, Ireland Parish offers the space, amenities, and location to make it happen.
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$799,900
7 bd
6 ba
Welcome to Beauty on the Beach, a stunning 7-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom retreat just two homes back from the oceanfront in the charming village of Waves. Spanning nearly 3,892 sq. ft., this home is a proven rental performer, doing over $79,000 in rental income for 2024—a testament to its exceptional appeal! Thoughtfully upgraded in 2022, this home features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, new back stairs to all levels, a new HVAC system, and a fortified roof. Fresh interior paint and two new exterior doors in 2025 ensure this home is move-in ready. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by first-class amenities and effortless beach access. Enjoy your private oasis with a saltwater pool(equipped with solar pool heat), a Tiki bar, and a hot tub. Inside, the spacious game room promises endless fun with a pool table, foosball, and a kitchenette complete with a microwave, smooth-top range, oven, refrigerator, and ice maker. Just off the game room, a cozy media room is perfect for family movie nights. The main level features an expansive living area, a well-appointed kitchen with two dishwashers, and a king master suite with a jacuzzi tub. For those who love to entertain, the fourth-level sky deck offers breathtaking ocean-to-sound views—the perfect backdrop for sunrise coffee or evening cocktails. On the mid-level, you'll find two king en suites, including one with a spacious sitting area and bar fridge. Two additional bedrooms share a bath, and a comfortable family den/lounge completes this floor. Step outside to enjoy spacious sundecks and a shaded screened porch, ideal for unwinding after a day on the water. Located in the heart of the Tri-Village area, this home is close to everything! Kiteboarding and windsurfing enthusiasts will love the nearby Salvo Day Use Area, offering sound-front beaches, picnic spots, and a playground. Rodanthe Pier, a local favorite, is just minutes away for fishing and sightseeing. When it’s time to dine, head to waterfront favorites like Good Winds and Waterman’s for fresh seafood, spectacular sunset views, and live entertainment. Don’t miss your chance to own this incredible beach retreat. ‘Beauty on the Beach’ is ready to create unforgettable memories—make it yours today!
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$1,349,500
5 bd
3 ba
With close to $200,000 in rental income showing a consistent ROI hard to match, welcome to your dream coastal retreat at 25263 Sea Isle Hills Drive in Waves, North Carolina. This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom oceanfront home has undergone a large renovation over this past offseason, adding fantastic new amenities and updates to all bedrooms/living areas. A new set of decks highlight the most recent update. Since 2024, the growth in rental income has been consistent and impressive. Starting at $190K gross and $160K net in 2024, the numbers have since increased to $207K/$177 in 2025 and as of this writing on 5/26, the numbers are at an astounding $209K/$177K YTD. You'd be hard pressed to find a better price to rent ratio anywhere on the OBX.
The five generously sized bedrooms provide ample space for family and guests, with the semi private master suite offering a private sanctuary complete with an en-suite bathroom and balcony with both ocean and sound views.
Entertainment is at the heart of this home. The newly added theater room promises countless movie nights in style, while the custom arcade room provides endless fun for all ages. Outside, the expansive deck and beach access invite you to soak up the sun and enjoy the serene ocean waves.
Additional highlights include hardwood floors, updated bathrooms with new fixtures, fresh paint and furnishings throughout. Located in the desirable Waves community, this home offers not only a stunning beachfront lifestyle but also close proximity to local shops, restaurants, and outdoor activities both on Hatteras Island but also not far from the central beaches of Nags Head north.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own this exquisite oceanfront property, perfect for a permanent residence, vacation home, or rental investment. Contact us today to schedule a private showing and experience coastal living at its finest.
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