Escape to The Sandpiper, a luxurious oceanfront retreat along the pristine Cape Hatteras National Seashore. This custom-designed island haven boasts a pool, hot tub, open living area with an electric fireplace and expansive kitchen perfect for cooking meals while enjoying quality time with family and friends.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14232 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$2,164
AU$2,164
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
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About this property
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14
Summary:
Immerse yourself in the soothing coastal breezes at this newly renovated oceanfront home, nestled along the pristine Cape Hatteras National Seashore. This custom designed island retreat is one of a kind - boasting luxurious touches that can be hard to find in the Outer Banks. Make a splash in the pool by day, stargaze from the hot tub at night and collect seashells in the morning under the ethereal pastel sunrises. These are just a few of the things that our guests love to do at The Sandpiper.
The Space:
The Sandpiper | Oceanfront Retreat on Cape Hatteras
Welcome to The Sandpiper, a beautiful oceanfront retreat nestled along the pristine shores of Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
*** Please Note: Due to high demand during the Summer Months (June 1st through August 30th), The Blue Moon only accepts 7-day bookings, either Saturday check in to Saturday check out, or Friday check in to Friday check out.
Designed for families and friends seeking the perfect blend of relaxation, comfort, and coastal adventure, this thoughtfully appointed beach house combines panoramic Atlantic views, direct beach access, and resort-style amenities in one unforgettable setting.
With five bedrooms, three king suites, multiple oceanfront decks, a private pool, hot tub, and accommodations for up to 14 guests, The Sandpiper offers everything needed for an exceptional Outer Banks vacation.
Oceanfront Living
Life at The Sandpiper revolves around the beach.
Step onto your private boardwalk and find yourself on one of the most beautiful and uncrowded stretches of shoreline on the East Coast. Spend your days swimming, surfing, fishing, collecting seashells, or simply relaxing with your toes in the sand and the sound of the waves in the background.
Each morning begins with breathtaking sunrises over the Atlantic. In the evenings, ocean breezes and star-filled skies create the perfect ending to another unforgettable day on the coast.
Resort-Style Outdoor Living
The outdoor spaces were designed to help guests slow down and embrace the relaxed rhythm of beach life.
Enjoy the private pool, unwind in the six-person hot tub beneath the stars, gather around the fire pit after sunset, or relax on one of four furnished decks offering spectacular ocean views.
Whether you're enjoying coffee at sunrise, reading a book in the lounge area, dining on the screened porch, or watching sailboats drift across the horizon, every outdoor space is designed to maximize the home's exceptional setting.
Optional pool heat is available to extend the swimming season beyond the summer months.
Designed for Gathering
The Sandpiper's open-concept layout creates inviting spaces for families and friends to spend time together while still offering plenty of room to spread out and relax.
The light-filled great room features soaring cathedral ceilings, coastal-inspired finishes, comfortable seating, an electric fireplace, and panoramic ocean views. The fully equipped kitchen includes premium GE appliances, large prep areas, and everything needed to prepare meals for the entire group.
Gather around the dining table, enjoy ocean-view meals on the deck, or linger over coffee as the sun rises over the water.
Comfortable Accommodations
Three private king suites offer peaceful retreats with ensuite bathrooms, Smart TVs, blackout curtains, and thoughtful touches designed for comfort and privacy.
Additional guest rooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements for children, teens, and extended family, making The Sandpiper an ideal choice for multi-generational vacations.
Every bedroom has been designed to provide a restful retreat after long days spent enjoying the beach and coastal activities.
Explore the Best of Cape Hatteras
Perfectly positioned in the charming village of Waves, The Sandpiper offers easy access to some of the Outer Banks' most beloved attractions.
Explore the natural beauty of Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, visit the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, take the ferry to Ocracoke Island, enjoy world-class fishing, or experience the watersports that have made the Outer Banks famous.
For those seeking a slower pace, the surrounding beaches, wildlife, and coastal scenery provide endless opportunities to relax and reconnect.
Highlights
• Direct oceanfront location with beach boardwalk
• Private pool with optional heat
• Six-person hot tub
• Fire pit and outdoor gathering spaces
• Four furnished decks, including screened dining porch
• Five bedrooms plus sleeper sofa
• Sleeps up to 14 guests
• Three private king suites with ensuite bathrooms
• Cathedral ceilings and open-concept living spaces
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with premium appliances
• Family-friendly amenities including highchair and Pack 'n Play
• Community tennis courts and neighborhood wildlife lake
• Linens and towels included
Some beach vacations help you unwind. Others become cherished family traditions.
At The Sandpiper, days are measured by sunrises, ocean breezes, and time spent together—creating memories that last long after the vacation ends.
Guest Access:
A newly generated door code is sent to guest the day of arrival.
The Neighborhood:
Enjoy the fun filled community of St. Waves in Waves, NC. While vacationing here you'll enjoy the use of the community pool, tennis court and boardwalk to the beach. Take a bike ride or stroll through the neighborhood and check out the lake that is home to some playful ducks and a turtle or two.
Interaction with Guests:
Our goal is for you to have a wonderful vacation. Should an issue arise - we can dispatch our team of cleaners, pool maintenance tech, HVAC techs and handymen to help.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Jet skiing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
The guest making the reservation must be at least 25 years old.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 28
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Waves, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as jet skiing. Visit our Waves travel guide
Does Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14?
As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14 on 28 June 2026 start from AU$2,164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14 located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of beach and Rodanthe Beach. Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat | Pool with Optional Heater, Hot Tub + Sleeps 14 Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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WONDERFUL STAY from check in to check out! This home delivers in a big way: location, hot tub, pool & truly marvelous beach access! Clean & Comfortable with great hosts! Truly a 5 Star stay on the outer banks!
Spacious home with great location and love the heated pool for the fall weather trip that we had, Jacuzzi under the stars was also enjoyable overall, a great experience!
Great beach location, nice place and amenities. Enjoyed the small town feel and made friends with a few of the locals while out enjoying the walkable bars at night.
My extended family and I had a wonderful time at The Sandpiper. Even off season, you simply can’t beat just being steps from the beach. The heated pool and hot tub allowed us to enjoy the water, even though the weather was a little cooler. We would definitely stay here again!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Sandpiper in March 2025. The house layout suited our group really well (three kids, five adults) and had everything we needed. It was the off season so the neighborhood was sleepy, but we enjoyed the quiet and unspoiled sunrises, sunsets, and beach and (heated) pool time in between.
This property was in fantastic condition, had a great layout and decor, was very clean and the location was amazing. Communication with the owners was crisp, reliable and very helpful. We will return to this property again!
Great location!We (2 families: 4 adults, 5 kids) enjoyed a wonderful week at The Sandpiper in July 2025. The location is great and has direct beach access. The house fitted our needs perfectly (accurate listing) and was the perfect homebase for exploring the region and relaxing afterwards in the pool and the hot tub. Furthermore, we enjoyed the nearby HOA facilities (tennis court & pool). Communication with the owners was very essy. Overall we had a great time!
Great location on OBX for a week long family celebration! Convenient to many OBX activities the length of the island, as well as good restaurants within a short drive (Buxton's Orange Blossom Bakery is a must!). The Sandpiper fulfilled our needs with lots of space, both inside and out, an equipped kitchen, pool and hot tub and doggo friendly. Thanks again Josh and Kimberly.
This was the perfect place for my daughter’s birthday weekend! The home was great, the neighborhood was quiet and safe. Josh was super helpful and quick to get a hold of! Would highly recommend and stay again!
A fantastic location with easy access to the beach. The layout of the house is perfect for families; it was very clean and well equipped. We loved having the pool; it was super clean and sheltered. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. Would return!
Beautiful home, great access to the beautiful dunes and beach. Great communication with the host. We had a wonderful time. Home renovations and upgrades were perfect. Great location.
This house is beautiful, clean, and so inviting! The hosts were quick to respond to any messages. The star gazing, sunrises, and sunsets (through the kitchen windows) were amazing!
Lovely home and owners who were very communicative and helpful. The living area and kitchen are great, although the kitchen is not as fully equipped as some other rentals we've had. The house also felt a bit worn from the summer season with little repairs needed throughout the house (closet missing, chair arm falling off on deck). We did our best to keep sand out of the house and pool, but it wasn't completely clean when we arrived. Loved the location and proximity to the beach.
This house was amazing overall and exceeded expectations. Clean, spacious, organized, and comfortable. Not to mention very very beautiful inside and out! My family fell in love with this house and we can’t wait to come back! The pool and hot tub were definitely a nice touch to the house and the outside seating was our favorite.
Wow what a house! We enjoyed our stay immensely with such close access to the beach in a newly renovated house. While it has clean and modern appointments in all the rooms, what really makes a vacation house great is all the small details like the turkish towels, board games, and the waterfall faucet for washing off sandy feet in the outdoor shower. I hope we get to rent this house again next summer!
Brian B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Deb C.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Winter Trip
The house could have been cleaner. The towels were small and thin. Only decaf k cups. One trash bag and 2 dishwasher pods. We enjoyed the beach and walks. The house is nice but for the money we expected more luxury.
Our stay at this property was amazing! The house itself was perfect for our family. Everything we could possibly need was provided. The location was ideal with shopping conveniently located. The “walk-across” to the beach was great making access to the beach easy especially for the Littles as we had a baby and a 3 year old. We rented a beach wagon making taking beach toys and chairs a breeze. We also rented beach towels as we were all at the beach and pool all the time! Having the washer and dryer in the house was greatly appreciated as well! Communication with the owners was prompt and very helpful! They were never “put out” with our questions! We all had a VERY enjoyable stay and wish to thank our hosts for sharing their absolutely beautiful home with us for the week!
Our family loved staying at this oceanfront home. The house was perfect for our vacation needs and very clean. We all liked the layout of the home from the open kitchen and living space which is great for entertaining to essentially having three master bedroom-sized rooms is a big bonus. Access to the beach from the home is great and the home is nestled nicely in a great community. The owners also nicely renovated and decorated the home - great job there. During our stay, we had a major storm come through with high winds and the home was super sturdy during the entire event. We really loved staying there and kudos goes out to the hosts for their quick responses to our inquiries. Our entire group rates this property as 5 stars, well done.