We spent three nights and two days here for a post-grad mini vacation. If you're looking for a small place in an empty beach town, this is perfect! Do know that the guest house is very close to the main house, so if there are renters next door it can sometimes be noisy in the mornings or when cars are coming in and out. The living room is a great size, the kitchen is well-stocked with cooking supplies, and the house is across the street from the beach. Overall great experience, we would definitely stay again if we visit Rodanthe!

Perfect little spot that was very clean. Had everything you might need. And it was in a great location. Dawn was also super helpful!!

Awesome place in a perfect location. Dawn is a fantastic host. I will definitely stay here again.

Very good stay you can beat it very good

Such a wonderful little place! Cozy and cute and right by the ocean. We enjoyed our stay so much, we wish we could have stayed longer! Perfect for a couples getaway weekend. And our hosts could not have been more accommodating and sweet. Would recommend to anyone!

Dawn was incredibly accommodating and communicative - by far the nicest host we've had through Air BnB. And the house is adorable - VERY clean, spacious rooms, comfortable bed. The "shack" is right across the street from one of the most beautiful beaches - such a gorgeous place with nothing but sand and water and dolphins for miles.

We enjoyed our short stay, including walking over to the beach to see the sunrise.

The Beach Shack was charming and clean, as advertised. We will be back.

Jared house, Kiteborn was an absolute treat. Located right on the sound on the Northern part of Rodanthe it was perfectly located in the middle of the OBX. We didn't spend much time at the house as we toured all of route 12 from Corolla to Ocracoke. The room and house was amazingly clean and organized with anything you would ever need for a stay. We will definitely be back and hopefully spend more time at the house next time!

Both Jared and his bed and breakfast are amazing. Location is perfect, with access to both the sound and the beach (short walk). The hot tub was phenomenal as well as the amenities such as kayaks and bicycles to use. We especially loved the community room. We were able to meet other guests and enjoy their company. There's also a pool table! Highly recommended!

Jared is an incredible host because he offers lots of information about the area and it is clear that he cares about all the guests happiness and experience. It is a great value for its price; considering the bikes, the hot tub, the beach access, the kayaks, own private dock and coffee 24/7 :) We couldn't have enjoyed it more.

Wonderful location in a quieter part of OBX. The king size bed was a real treat and very comfortable. Donna was great! She stayed in close contact with us via text, was very responsive, and graciously accommodated our very late arrival. Highly highly recommend!!

We had a great time in our (too short) stay in Waves. Donna was a good and gracious host. The room was excellent. My wife and I enjoyed our time there greatly.

Donna was a wonderful host. She kept in touch as we were entering town, but was flexible on check-in time and available whenever we arrived. She gave us a quick tour and some recommendations for food in the area, and then left us to enjoy the space. The house was beautiful- clean, functional, nicely decorated, and located right on the sound. The shared living room and kitchenette was comfortable and quiet with a great view of the sound. For the price and the area, we were very impressed. We very much enjoyed our one-night retreat with Donna.

Our host Donna was welcoming from the get go! She was there to greet us when we arrived and was always accessible by phone when I needed something. Everything was accurately described in her listing and the accommodations were beyond our expectation. Waves is a beautiful area on the sound and Donna's place is in the perfect location, accessible to everything.

Donna very patiently set us up there even though we arrived quite late. Lovely place just on water with art Donna and Patrick have made. Pointed us to some of the best spots around. One of our best stays ever.

Everything was exactly as expected. This place is brand new ! The bed is quite comfortable and the whole stay was superb. Donna and her husband make sure you have all you need for a very pleasant stay....would definitely go back ! Michael PS the food at all the local restaurants was very good I must say :)

Donna & Patrick are wonderful hosts and lovely people. Our stay was a brief two days, to attend a nearby ashes dedication of our 12 year old nephew. This was our first visit to the OBX. It was sentimental to visit our nephew's favorite vacation spot. The beauty of the house, the Sound, and watching Donna & Patrick kiting off their pier, inspired new memories and plans to return. The rooms and common living room area worked great in accommodating myself, 2 young children and grandmother. This would be my first pick of places to stay again.

We were personally received at arrival. The house was on the sound with a nice peir to the water. The neighborhood was quiet,residential,a short 1/2 mile walk to the beach, ideal.

Thank You God for Birgitta, she is awesome! She and Jim greeted us even though we arrived at midnight @_@ how many other hosts can say they've done that?!? We got situated quickly and I couldn't wait to go to the beach. The whole space is clean and comfortable. I appreciate how the access to the beach is for residents and guests only, meaning the beach is not crowded. Highly recommend this place. The space and location is on point. Also highly suggest going to the beach at night and watch the stars. (Take something to lay down on and just gaze...we could've slept out there, if we were prepared) I have never seen the sky so lit and amazing in my life! I am forever changed. God is so awesome!

Birgitta and her husband were incredibly attentive and helpful throughout the entire stay. When we realized we forgot beach towels, Birgitta came to the rescue! They gave us everything we needed to have a great time in the outer banks and we look forward to returning next summer!

Hosts are super sweet and helpful! They checked in to make sure we had everything and were always a quick message away. Super responsive throughout. Everything is perfectly set up and the beach is about a 4 minute walk away. I would absolutely recommend you stay here. Very quiet, secluded, beach was walkable, and they had bikes/chairs/towels/grill. Thank you!!

Birgitta and Jim were exceptional hosts right from the beginning. When you arrive you are greeted with complimentary waters and fresh watermelon in the fridge. You get a quick tour and then you are on your own to enjoy your stay. The room has its own set of steps and a porch that is great for coffee in the morning. The bed was enormous as was the bathroom with a walk in shower and jacuzzi tub. There is a mini fridge so you might want to bring an extra cooler if you plan on bringing food. Although they do provide a cooler and chairs for the beach. The bike they provide helps out a lot if you want to make a quick trip the stores which are pretty close by. If you are into working out, you can do that too. There is a weight rack and bar with bumper plates to use. It was an excellent experience overall and I enjoyed getting to meet Birgitta and Jim, will definitely look into making another trip.

Fantastic place! Birgitta and Jim met us when we arrived. The room was great, few minute walk to beach. No detail was forgotten! Mini fridge in room with watermelon, water and snack bars. Bikes available to ride about 1/2 mile to a great restaurant (Watermen's) for dinner and sunset. Breakfast places close also. Private deck with a table to sit at and all items for beach available for your use. We did this as a last minute getaway and didn't have anything we needed for a beach vacation besides our bathing suits. Everything was provided including beach towels. Birgitta gave us bug spray for our stop at Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station on our departure. Stop looking and book this room! It is perfect.

Birgitta's place was very nice! Her and Jim were great hosts. We enjoyed riding their bikes and using their hot tub. The room was very clean

Birgitta is lovely. She gave us excellent tips and directions before we arrived and was waiting for us when we pulled in. There was watermelon in the fridge and Birgitta and her husband, Jim, mentioned the meteorite shower that was happening that evening. My husband and I took the provided beach chairs out to the beach at midnight to watch the shower - gorgeous! The room was very clean with little amenities like shower gel, keurig coffee, and many towels. We could not have found a better place to experience the Outer Banks! We hope to return to Terrapin Flyer soon!

Birgitta and her husband were great hosts, very friendly and accommodating - I felt very welcomed. the listing was exactly as described; great neighborhood and very close to the beach. loved the hot tub and the wrap around deck - very spacious.

Friendly, welcoming, warm and responsive hosts. The place itself is right on top of my favorite wind/kite surf shop in Waves, NC. Stands on the very edge of the water. Lots of gear to rent. A gem for windsports enthusiast. I will definitely be back!

James, Vela, Barton and Reider were particularly warm, helpful and super laid back hosts...exactly the type of people you'd like to interact with on vacation! :) they're locals who know all the best surf spots, restaurants and worthwhile attractions. Additionally, Barton and Reider are seasoned watermen themselves offering paddleboarding, surfing and kite-surfing lessons as well as kayaks and boards for rental. It couldn't have been more convenient in this respect as well as by way of location. The unit is located right on the sound (which is perfectly shallow for SUP and kite-surfing) and right across the street from the beautiful beach. It was our first experience in Hatteras and the general Outer Banks area and we couldn't have asked for better hosts!! The cozy apartment was great and the sunset from its deck was to die for. We'll definitely be back and when we do we'll stay here again.

We loved our stay at Reider and Gage's place. It was everything we needed... close to everywhere we wanted to go, clean and comfortable, right on the water, low stress, good vibe. Know that this place has some character, so if you're used to the immaculate conditions of a hotel or more high-end rental, this may not be for you. We happened to love it, and would definitely come back if we can. Gage and Reider were both extremely helpful and friendly. They helped my boyfriend with rentals for surfing, gave us tips on the best spots to eat (the breakfast and steak burritos at Waves down the street... do it), checked in on us whenever we ran into them... It was perfect and we hope to make it back!

Great place to come back to at the end of the day! Unfortunately for us, it was too early in the season so it was very cold, but it was a great place to make dinner and play board games with friends regardless. Thanks Reider!

Reider and Barton were great hosts! The upstairs suite is a cozy barebones apartment with a great sunset view over the bay. It's a good place to crash for those low maintenance folks on a budget. They offer great discounts on equipment rentals. My husband took a kiteboarding lesson with Reider and it went great! They are very flexible, generous, have a wealth of experience, and offer a unique personalized style that appealed to us compared to some of the more corporate establishments.

Our host met us promptly at check-in time and gave us a detailed walk-through as well as suggestions for good beach spots! They were super accommodating and easy to talk to.

Pretty awesome for kiteboarding

We are greatly satisfied with our experience. The place was exactly as described: not a Ritz Carleton but rather a small basic apartment at an unbeatable location right on the Pamlico Sound. You are in the front row to watch sunsets from your terrace. Reider and Barton are great easygoing people always delivering what they promise and more. They run an excellent kite/surf/paddleboard shop, especially for kiteboarding. Reider is a world class pro kitesurfer and a great teacher, I got several wonderful lessons from him. As an added bonus we got to meet many friendly interesting people from various places that this welcoming place seems to attract.

My mother, grandmother, and I took an impromptu Mothers Day vacation to the OBX and could NOT have stayed at a better place with such AMAZING service. Sarah's place is beautiful, right on the coast, easily accessible, super clean and very safe. It has an elevator (which was perfect for us), carts to help carry your luggage in and out of your suite, and great parking. All the neighbors are families or quiet couples enjoying a weekend of sand and sun -- very polite and respectful. Sarah is a wonderful hostess - attentive to our every need and very reachable. We loved the area, we loved the hostess... we can't wait to book another weekend! Thanks again Sarah!!!

Great location for a relaxing family vacation. Close proximity to the beach, shops and restaurants.

Great place for a beach vacation! This condo had views of both the ocean and the sound. You can access the beach from the condo and the pool is also great! Many great places to eat and activities to do on the island! Sarah was very helpful in suggesting places to visit ahead of time and was very helpful all throughout the stay!!

Sarah is an excellent host. She communicated with me every step of the way so that I had no questions or issues when arriving. LOVE the keyless entry... no waiting for host to meet you with the keys and no keys to keep track of! The condo is conveniently located for day trips to Hatteras Lighthouse or Island, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge (a birder's paradise!), Bodie Island Lighthouse, and any other Outer Banks sights you'd want to see. A few restaurants are within walking distance, but we liked the taco truck in the Sting Wray's parking lot. Really good, authentic Mexican food. Very short walk to the beach (like 1 minute) and the beach was not crowded at all for the weekend before Memorial day. The condo is very clean and well furnished. Very comfortable, cable TV, and internet (it's not the fastest, but what do you need when you're on vacation?). All in all, a very positive experience, and will definitely book again for my next trip.

We had a wonderful time at Beach Break!! Cheryl was an excellent host! We had all that we needed and more, from everything to prepare full meals to technology in every room, to bikes and mud boots for getting around. We love the location and will certainly visit again!!

“Beach Break” is without a doubt the most amazing place on the planet. No. Seriously. It is. An old college buddy and I decided to take a few days' break from the rat race to head to the Outer Banks in an effort to relive our gonzo, Kerouacian, road-warrior days of past decades… when we were young… when R.E.M. was still a flash in the pan on the Athens music scene. When we didn’t care and we slept in my car in the mosquito-infested nighttime schoolyards along desolate stretches of rural eastern North Carolina byways. But now we’re old. I’m a husband and a dad and a university professor. And my buddy can quote the cost basis of his stock portfolio easier than he can quote the obscure R.E.M. lyrics he once inserted into virtually every utterance. So time passes. But Beach Break made me feel young again. Cheryl and her surf buddies, the fabulous Yellow Labs “Bunker” and “Minnow,” welcomed us like long lost family into her spotless, quiet, comfortable, private abode and created for us the time and space to do that which none of us ever gets to do enough – relax, talk, bond and renew. Thanks, cuz. Your hospitality, generosity and salt-infused wisdom will carry us through another year. At which time we’ll be back. If you'll have us. Peace -

A great place to stay! Everything was ready by the time we arrived and was as promised. A cozy sound side apartment with great beds, a full kitchen, and easy Beach access.

Cheryl has been absolutely fantastic to work with. Communication was flawless and she was always available by phone/txt if we needed anything. The house was extremely clean, everything labeled along with a binder full of local establishments and activities. She provided multiple pairs of rubber boots to walk to the sound side when it's mucky and perfect place to enjoy the sunset. I would definitely want to stay there again.

The perfect location for an Outer Banks stay with a wonderful hostess! The apartment is exactly as described and our check-in couldn't have been easier.

Great stay at Beach Break! We couldn't have been happier with the location and amenities that came with the rental. The quite beach was a short (5 minute) walk and the sound was right in the yard. No better setting to enjoy the sunsets. Cheryl even provides the lawn chairs! The mosquitos were out, but not unbearable and the view made it worth the sacrifice. The apartment has fantastic cross ventilation and we were able to sleep with all the windows open, which was an added bonus! Our stay at Beach Break made us fall in love with the the OBX and we can't wait to visit again soon. We will definitely be looking to rent this gem time and time again! Thank Cheryl!

Cheryl is a wonderful host. Her home was very clean, organized and exactly what we were looking for. The location is fabulous. You have the best of both worlds- if you're looking to go to the beach, it's right across the street. If you're looking to sit quietly and read a book, the sound side (backyard) is just the place. I loved the fact it is a pet friendly place as well. Our family dog accompanied us and thoroughly enjoyed the beach too! An amazing place for the right money. Will be going back for sure

Our trip to Cheryl's Beach Break was truly one for the books. We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves more. Cheryl is an extremely knowledgeable local who had plenty of tips on where to eat/shop/etc. The apartment itself was perfectly located in Rodanthe; 30 seconds from the sound in her backyard and a 3-5 minute walk across the road to the beach. The beach was private, so not crowded at all. Every local we met there was either surfing or walking their dog and were so incredibly kind. Cheryl was very responsive to any questions we had during our stay. The bedrooms were bright and clean and the kitchen was stocked beyond expectation. I can't recommend this place enough if you're wanting to visit the beautiful OBX but escape the touristy spots and enjoy the sand, sun and views. We're already planning our next trip to Beach Break.

We loved the tiny house for our weekend get away! It was the perfect size for me and my husband and right across the street from the beach! The place had everything we needed from towels to utensils!

Really wonderful apartment!!!

I really enjoyed my stay at the tiny house. The location was great and the house was exactly as it appeared in the listing.

My boyfriend and I took a two day trip here and it was beautiful. If you have been in a tiny house before and love them this is the place for you! If you've never tried a tiny house, I thought this was a great first impression! Being able to have access to their pool was very nice and a very quick walk to the beach! The chairs were a little uncomfortable while watching tv, we thought a couch or futon would have been better. If you don't like heights the bed also isn't for you! But it is super cute and we had a great time! The hosts are very friendly and very responsive!

Fun little place--it's small but that's point! Dawn was friendly and a clear and frequent communicator.

Dawn's place is great! Perfect for a couples getaway. The lofted bed was cool, but the ceiling is a little low, so be careful. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. It was a short walk to the beach. And we enjoyed using the paddleboard on the bay.

I loved my night in the Rodanthe tiny home! What a beautiful area. The space was clean, spacious (for a tiny home), and well-appointed. It even had an electric fireplace! Thanks so much for everything. Dawn was a great host.

We had an amazing time! Dawn is an amazing host and made herself readily available for any questions. The tiny house was the perfect little beach get away.

Donna and Pat were wonderful hosts for our long-weekend getaway for our anniversary the first weekend in May. When we arrived, we were greeted by Donna who had a warm smile and a cute little chipoodle named Elsie. Donna showed us where we were going to be staying, made sure we had everything we needed, showed us how the Apple TV worked, and even gave us a few suggestions for dinner. The house and property are gorgeous. As Donna told us, the house is brand new, it actually looked like they were still working on finishing touches. The house looks out onto the sound and there is a beautiful dock that leads right onto the water. The rental rooms are on the bottom floor of their house and Pat & Donna live on the top two floors. We rarely heard them during our stay and when we did see them they were polite and not overbearing. The listings show there are three private rooms on the floor, all with their own bathrooms, which open up into a main living area. We were the only people renting the weekend we stayed, but we can imagine that having other guests in the other rooms would not be intrusive at all. It’d be perfect for three couples or several friends to rent out all three as well. The bedroom, bathroom, living area, and kitchenette were immaculately clean and were exactly as described in the listing and photos. Our room had a king-sized bed and opened up onto the large porch that looked out onto the sound, where we spent every evening watching the sun set. We enjoyed lots of things about our stay at Pat & Donna’s as well as in Waves. Pat & Donna are kiteboarders and we got to watch Pat go out one early afternoon. Waves is the perfect location as it’s nestled south of busy Nags Head and Kitty Hawk, but there was still plenty around as far as shops, restaurants, and gas stations. From this location we were able to drive south to Ocracoke one day, north to Kill Devil Hills another, and one day just walking the 5 minute walk across the street to the ocean-side beach. Waves is relatively quiet which allowed us to sleep in each morning and wake up to the breeze of the sound. We were able to research and plan our days out thanks to the Wi-Fi in the house and were able to bring back leftovers thanks to the fridges in the kitchenette. Overall, Donna & Pat were wonderful hosts and we would certainly stay here again and recommend it to anyone. They were gracious hosts who wanted to make sure we had everything we needed. The house was beautiful and was a perfect retreat when we wanted to be in as well as a secure place for us to leave our things while we were out. You won’t find a better price for a better place with such nice hosts.

We definitely enjoyed our get away to the outer banks and Donna was a great host. We had a good balance of privacy and communication when we needed it. Things were exactly as they were described and the room, house and common areas were lovely! Would definitely recommend staying here! Thanks, - Tom

Everything went perfect - the accommodations were very comfortable and Donna made everything very easy. Area was very peaceful and centrally located - perfect!

Donna was very nice! The room was private and clean, and the location was perfect for any activities you can think of in the outer banks. Hopefully next time it won't rain 6 inches!

Donna was super easy to work with and made us feel right at home. We absolutely loved the location and the space itself was exactly as pictured, if not, better! I would recomend this space without a doubt.

A must stay. Very relaxing.

Donna and Pat are such great hosts. Their house is great, well thought thru and our room was spacious so was the bathroom. The balcony and pool Terrasse are cool and launching the kite from the garden just makes it perfect. We will visit again!

My girlfriend and I had a great time with Donna and Patrick. The place was magnificent, we really enjoyed hanging out on the dock and canoeing. We definitely want to come back again.

Jared has a beautiful home, which is very accommodating. The layout is gorgeous, the bed slept great, and he communicated very well. The private balcaony is nice, as well as the view. The jacuzzi was a plus!

Viel mehr als nur das schöne Zimmer. Billardtisch und Gemeinschaftsbereich, Whirlpool, Außengrill, und Ton-Zugang.

Great views and close walk to the beach. Jared was helpful with everything and the room was amazing. The hot tub was also very nice!

The house is directly on the sound and the walk to the beach takes minutes. Our room was clean and the guest area was comfortable. Coffee was provided which was really nice, and there was a pool table in the common area. The hot tub was great and we enjoyed using the kayaks provided! Jared was really nice and easy to talk to. We stayed for a whole week and had an excellent trip. I recommend staying here if you want a quiet vacation on the water!

Ottima posizione per kiters in una casa molto pulita e organizzata. Jared è un host calda e accogliente. Grazie. Non vedo l'ora di tornare.

Jared ist ein toller Gastgeber. Schöne Heimat auf einer Sackgasse. Walkway 3 Minuten zum Strand. Jacuzzi auf der Terrasse. Pier von Deck aus, um den Klang. Ausgezeichnete Lage in Mirlo Strand für Surfer, Kitesurfer. Der Nähe Einlass Fischereizentrum Oregon. Ich werde wiederkommen.

Jared is considerate and helpful. He provided a lot of useful local info, especially if you are a kite boarder!

There was nothing not to like about my stay at Kiteborn! Perfect communication, great house with spectacular sunset views, safe neighborhood, excellent restaurants nearby, gorgeous beaches, comfortable room and bed, hot coffee available every morning, and especially Jared's friendly welcome and availability, if needed. I will definitely recommend Kiteborn to friends and family!

They made us feel so welcome. It was my fiance's birthday, and they had a bottle of wine and a balloon waiting in the room. The town is perfect, the room is perfect, the whole trip was perfect. We slept with the door open (there's a screen) to hear the sounds of the ocean. We sat on the deck and just watched the water enjoying their bottle of wine. Plenty of things to do in the area as well.

Scott and Cindy greeted me at the door of their beautiful ocean front home! The bedroom was clean & spacious with a private bathroom, private entrance off the deck and comfortable bed. The coffeepot in the room was a nice addition. You can hear and see the ocean from your room. I found Scott and Cindy to be friendly and interesting to talk to. They definitely made me feel at home! Hope to be able to visit again!

We were traveling back home from a visit with my sons in the Carolinas when we decided very last minute to spend a couple of days in the Outer Banks. I found Scott and Cindy's place on AIRBNB and was amazed it was available (just a little good luck I suppose.) Everything about our little ocean front oasis for a couple of days was perfect. The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable. There was even coffee for first thing in the mornings. Pictures don't do the view justice. We left our door open so we could hear the roar of the ocean all night -- and we slept like babies. We walked on the beach, picked up sea shells, rode bikes all over the island, climbed the famous lighthouse, and ate delicious food in the nearby bistros and restaurants. Cindy was a fabulous hostess! She was fun, friendly and kind. We enjoyed this visit so much that we will most certainly come back again.

Our stay was amazing! Cindy was the perfect host! Always willing to answer our questions but gave us plenty of privacy. The location of the house is perfect! Sitting on the deck drinking coffee was the perfect start to every morning!

Scott and Cindy’s place was exactly as described. Leave the sliding glass door open and sleep to the ocean’s waves all night long. The deck was a great place to read and large enough to do my Tai Chi exercises in the morning. As is said in the mountains, the ocean was only “spitting distance away.” Cindy was always available for needed information about the OBX yet was not intrusive. If one needs only a bedroom and want to be on the oceanfront, Scott and Cindy’s place is definitely one you should consider. Sit on the deck with a cup of coffee and enjoy the sunrise. Tony and Jennie

We had an amazing time staying with Cindy and Scott in their stunning seaside home. They made us feel very welcome from the start and falling asleep to the sound of the ocean was wonderful. The Outer Banks, especially Rodanthe is a wonderful area and we would love to come back. Thanks and hope to see you again! Malin & Linus

I have been going to the Outer Banks for over 30 years and have always rented a whole house. We decided on the fly to see if there was something available and had little expectations with our last minute booking. It was an awesome view and the room was great. Not having a kitchen was a little trying but we managed. The hosts were very kind and responsive to what little needs we had. The only gripe was that it was too short lived. It always is.

Awesome! Cindy was a great host. We loved the flare that the house had along with even a step up from all the comforts of home because the beach was literally out my bedroom door! We appreciate your hospitality and direction! We will stay again in the future when we go back to that area, if you will have us! I highly recommend you join them if you will be in the area if you want the beach just a "shell's" throw away!