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The Smiling Sea Horse SS-146

4.7778
4.8 (9 Reviews)
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7 & 3 Half
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You've found the perfect Outer Banks vacation home for your next family getaway! The Smiling Sea Horse is packed with amenities, offers a spacious layout, and is filled with coastal hospitality. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the Atlantic or your afternoon cocktails at the cabana bar. The large private pool (14'x26') is the perfect place to cool off after a day at the beach. The family is also sure to love the full volleyball court, pool table, hot tub, wireless internet access, and large decks. For your convenience, all bedrooms offer private bathrooms and TVs. Another extra at The Smiling Seahorse is the homeowner provides complimentary bed and bath linens on all reservations.

Located in between Kitty Hawk and Duck, the beach community of Southern Shores is close to everything yet maintains a unique and tranquil style of its own. The beaches in Southern Shores are private – meaning you’ll only have to share with residents and other guests. You and your family can spread out and enjoy the peaceful, uncrowded shore. Getting to the beach will be easy (only 300 feet to beach access w/pedestrian crosswalk), Enjoy the walking or bike path right in front of the property.

Pool is open from May 4th through October 5th, 2024.

2 parking passes are available with a $15 + tax deposit per pass for Southern Shores amenities in 2024. Amenities include beach parking, tennis, and community parks.

Layout:
Outside: Half bath, pool and hot tub, volleyball area, private park grill.

Ground Level: Game room w/ pool table, pyramid bunk en suite, en suite with 2 twin beds, half bath.

Mid Level: King en suite, 3 queen en suites, washer and dryer.

Top Level: Kitchen, dining area, living area, king en suite, half bath.
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Amenities & Beds

  • Ocean view
  • Private Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Keyless Access
  • Linens Provided
  • Game Room
  • Screened Porch / Lanai
  • WiFi
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Amenities

  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Dryer
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Fireplace
  • Ironing Board / Iron
  • Smoke Alarm
  • Washer
  • WiFi

Outdoor Living

  • Cabana
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Covered Deck
  • Deck Furniture
  • Gazebo
  • Open Deck
  • Outside Shower
  • Screened Porch / Lanai

Kitchen and Dining

  • Blender
  • Cooking Ware
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Keurig Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Toaster Oven

Entertainment

  • Cable / Satellite TV
  • DVD Player
  • Game Room
  • Pool Table
  • Smart TV / Streaming Device
  • Television(s)

Pool and Spa

  • Hot Tub
  • Private Pool
Top Level En Suite 1
1 King
Mid Level En Suite 2
1 King
Mid Level En Suite 3
1 Queen
Mid Level En Suite 4
1 Queen
Mid Level En Suite 5
1 Queen
Ground Level En Suite 6
1 Pyramid Bunk
Ground Level En Suite 7
2 Single / Twin

Top Level En Suite 1 Full Bath
Top Level Half Bath
Mid Level En Suite 2 Full Bath
Mid Level En Suite 3 Full Bath
Mid Level En Suite 4 Full Bath
Mid Level En Suite 5 Full Bath
Ground Level En Suite 6 Full Bath
Ground Level En Suite 7 Full Bath
Ground Level Half Bath
Ground Level Outdoor Half Bath

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  • Over 44 years of experience and expertise in Outer Banks vacation rentals.
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Reviews

very nice house

Reviewed on 2022-10-10 by Shirley W.
Overall
5
The house is very nice. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Great house with lots of open areas in which to relax! Bedding is very nice. Sheets and comforters are good quality. The kitchen is well equipped; however some of the cooking utensils need replaced especially the can opener.

great big house

Reviewed on 2022-09-23 by Gregory W.
Overall
5
Great big house with lots to do to keep the kids happy! Well equipped kitchen. All the bedding and sofas were comfy and clean.

Girls Week Out

Reviewed on 2022-08-30 by Karen P
Overall
5
The home was awesome! Comfortable spacious fun and close to everything we wanted. Shopping beach bike rides great restaurants. We will definitely return next year!

Smiling Sea Horse

Reviewed on 2022-08-28 by Susan OConnor
Overall
5
House was perfect for a week of fun in the sun. Bedrooms all have bathrooms which is super convenient. Loved the views from the many decks ate lunch on the deck and enjoyed the ocean views. And many days after the beach we ended up in the pool/bar area for further relaxation and fun. Also have to mention the hot tub and fire pit area were appreciated by all! We rented bikes and explored the nearby bike path and rode to Duck for shopping. Great trip!We hope to come back again soon!

great place to stay

Reviewed on 2022-08-05 by Erin S.
Overall
4
House needs some TLC and updating but overall was a great stay for the cost and location. The beds were firmer than what we were used to. Kitchen dishes and cookware were adequate.

perfect vacation

Reviewed on 2021-10-09 by SHIRLEY W.
Overall
5
Everything for a perfect vacation was there. The bedding was comfortable and stylish. Each room had its own distinct personality. The kitchen was spacious with lots of counters and cabinets plenty of plates utensils and cookware.

very well equipped

Reviewed on 2021-08-07 by David T.
Overall
5
This home was very well equipped. Loved having a quality pool table too! Very rare in rental properties. All beds and sofas were very comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped and spacious. Loved having a bathroom in every bedroom plus 3 half baths. The pool was well equipped and very clean.

close proximity to beach

Reviewed on 2021-07-11 by Marilyn B.
Overall
4
Nice close proximity to the beach and shopping/restaurants. There were two drip coffee makers but only one had a glass pot; there was an electric griddle but no cord for it otherwise it was fairly well equipped. Would suggest adding a crock pot. Beds were comfortable. Sofa and chairs in living area did have a body odor.

excellent

Reviewed on 2021-06-29 by Brian F.
Overall
5
Excellent house!
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