OBX Beach Life Oceanfront cottage in Rodanthe - Vacation rental home in Waves, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

OBX Beach Life is an oceanfront bungalow that sits on the Atlantic Ocean in Rodanthe, NC. Our chic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, nonsmoking, pet complimentary home comfortably sleeps 6. The open floor plan is filled with natural light throughout. Have your morning coffee, read a book or play a game on the screened in porch all while listening to the waves crash below. Choose from multiple locations for family meals or beverages. Step off the porch directly in the sand to savor the beach. Your vacation awaits!

Guests have access to the whole home with the exception of the locked Owner’s closet on the ground level.

We completely appreciate communicating with our guests via e-mail, messaging and phone. We make ourselves available to assist if needed.

Sea Oats Drive is a dirt road leading to and ends directly at the beach. You will pass other fun beach homes on the road. Each home is elegantly different. The road is private, when it rains there can be huge puddles. We recommend a high clearance car.

The bungalow sits in a location that accepts you to run on the beach and around the neighborhood or walk and bicycle to the local stores and restraunts via the path along Route 12. It is a very fashionable and safe way to travel if not traveling in a car.

We are a Sunday to Sunday weekly rental only.

Our oceanfront bungalow is ready for you! Fresh paint inside and out, decor, new comforters, pillows, silverware, dishes, glasses, new picnic table, deck seating, 6 beach chairs, 2 charcoal grilles and more! As you can see on the on the blueprint, laundry is on ground level, queen master, kitchen, living and eating areas are conveniently located on the first floor. The second floor has 2 bedrooms. The first room has 2 single beds, Jack and Jill bathroom joining the second bedroom with a queen bed. The wrap around deck and screened porch both have unobstructed vistas of the Atlantic Ocean giving you the opportunity for the most marvelous sunrise every morning. Kick up your feet and relax or play on the beach, surf fish, prepare dinner and eat right on the beach and enjoy a beach fire in the sand all right on site (fire permit required).

Helpful tip:
Due to the pandemic, we do not provide any food, spices or perishable cooking supplies. We do provide a starter pack of cleaning and paper products for your arrival. Convenient shopping is available close by however, bigger shopping orders are available prior to coming to Rodanthe. In addition, Food Lion is located in Avon (15mins) and Conners in Buxton (25mins) further South. Cameras are onsite and outside, they are turned off during any booking. They are on while the home is empty.

New for 2022!! As some of you know, we purchased this property last year. We immediately painted and repaired the entire exterior, with new furnishings in multiple areas of the home. One of my favorites is the screened in porch. Towards the end of the season, we added beach chairs and equipment for our guest's enjoyment. This year we are focused on the railings, new shower fixtures, and a continuation of painting and updating this cute little bungalow that stands proudly right on the Beach!!

Please leave a fun memory from your week in our guestbook!

Due to Covid 19, we are continuing to offer a linen package for guests to order or select to bring your own. The linen package includes comforters, pillow, full bed linens, bath towel,hand towel and wash cloth. All beds and pillows have bed pads and pillow protectors. Linen package is $150. Please send us a message letting us know if you would like the linens included in your rent.

If you choose to bring your own linens, we will provide protected beds and pillows only.

About the Area

Located in Rodanthe, this vacation home is on the beach. 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.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect rental home experience:

Get the most from your rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Hatteras area. Reserve your vacation home in Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Hatteras area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Hatteras area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides contain offers and deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to choose the perfect rental:

• Start by selecting a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group requires. OBX Beach Life Oceanfront cottage in Rodanthe has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property owner before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is best for your group.
• If there's a certain Hatteras beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Tips for a great stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• During check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let thieves spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to stimulate more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.