Hatteras Island NC Vacation Rentals

Welcome to the windswept beaches and natural grandure of Hatteras Island, NC. Once you experience the pristine coastline of Hatteras Island, you'll agree that there is no other place like it on earth. Time moves a bit more slowly here...Sunny days are spent playing in the waves and starry evenings entail fresh seafood, a warm sea breeze and quality time with family and friends. You can't help but relax and unwind on the shores of Hatteras Island, NC!

On Hatteras Island, Mother Nature is the top attraction; over 70% of the island is protected through the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. You'll find vast areas of pristine seashore, lush maritme forests and abundant wildlife. The breathtaking landscape and laid-back beach lifestyle are what make vacationers fall in love with Hatteras Island, NC.

Our Hatteras Island vacation rentals range from quaint cottages, to affordable condos to luxury oceanfront retreats. Hatteras Island rentals are available in every price range and many offer amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, game rooms and internet access. We also offer a wide variety of Pet Friendly Hatteras rentals. Oceanfront accommodations offer easy beach access and gorgeous views, while soundfront homes boast stunning sunsets and some offer direct access for kiteboarders, kayakers and windsurfers. If you're looking for an outstanding value on a Hatteras Island rental, check out our wide selection of oceanside and soundside vacation properties!

What you won't encounter on Hatteras Island are "big box stores" and fast food joints. Instead, you'll find an assortment of locally-owned shops and restaurants. Vacationers will also find grocery stores, tackle shops, seafood merchants, mini golf and a variety of shops catering to watersports enthusiasts. Hatteras Island offers everything you need for a comfortable Outer Banks vacation, yet the natural beauty of the area always takes presedence.

As you drive south on Route 12, you'll see cars with surfboards or kiteboarding equipment stacked on top. You'll also pass countless trucks loaded with fishing poles and coolers. These are your first hints to the activities that rein supreme on Hatteras Island!

Hatteras Island Activities & Attractions

Fishing is serious business on Hatteras Island. Cast your line into the surf, reel them in from a pier or take a seat in the fighting chair on a charter boat - Hatteras Island fishing is outstanding! Spring and fall, in particular, offer some of the best fishing conditions on the east coast. But don't worry if you're not an experienced angler; local tackle shops will be happy to set you up with the right equipment and provide you with tips. Additionally, most Outer Banks charter boat captains welcome novices and families. 

"Outdoorsy" folks will find Hatteras Island to be a haven for kiteboarding, surfing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and windsurfing. If you'd like to try your hand at watersports, numerous rental shops, camps and classes are available. REAL Kiteboarding recently opened their flagship store in Hatteras because the island is widely recognized as the #1 place to kiteboard in the world!

Of course, the most recognizable feature on Hatteras Island is the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.  However, there are many other Hatteras Island attractions to experience, including the Chicamacomico Life Saving Station in Rodanthe and the Graveyard of the Altantic Museum in Hatteras Village.

Hatteras Island Villages

The northern part of Hatteras Island is dotted by the villages of Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo.  The southern part of Hatteras includes the villages of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Village. The island also includes numerous communities, some of which offer pools, tennis courts and other community ammenities.

Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo

You can feel the pace of life slow down as you cross the Bonner Bridge onto Hatteras Island. The trio of Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo lie at the northern end of Hatteras Island, just past the Pea Island Wildlife Refuge. No matter which Hatteras Island village you choose, the natural beauty and tranquility is unparalleled. These three northern Hatteras villages offer many small shops and restaurants, a water park with go-carts and a soundside day-use area.

Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Village

These 4 villages lie at the southern end of Hatteras Island. This area is rich with a history of lifesaving, boat building and fishing and is world-renowned for surfing and windsurfing. Canadian Hole, between Avon and Buxton, is famous for its strong, reliable winds and gets its name from the large number of Canadian windsurfers that frequent it. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, located in Buxton, has been called the "Wave Magnet" because it is close to such a great surf break. Buxton's Cape Point is a terrific spot for surf fishing, or check out one of the local piers. Hatteras is also very close to the Gulf Stream, so an offshore fishing trip is a great way to spend a day. You also won't want to miss a visit to Buxton Woods, Hatteras Island's beautiful maritime forest. You won't be disappointed, no matter which Hatteras village you choose.

Hatteras Island offers a wealth of natural beauty. Locals and visitors alike relish the serenity and tranquility of this peaceful island. If you're truly looking for a get away from it all vacation, the stunning beauty and solitude of Hatteras Island are well worth the extra driving time.