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Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream

Family-friendly stay with water park in Rodanthe

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A sandy beach path leading to the ocean with overcast skies.
A living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white armchair, and a beige sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a couch with a patterned throw.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.
A two-story house with a porch and a staircase leading to the second floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Waves, NC
  • Place, Rodanthe Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodanthe Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Rodanthe

Seaside stay .With a stay at this South Rodanthe vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pamlico Sound and 2 miles (3 km) of Rodanthe Pier. Beach and Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rodanthe Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 10 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 17 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beads & Beans OBX - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hoy Lechon - Asian Inspired BBQ - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream

A rental agreement and security deposit hold is required to rent this property.

Four Seasons Rentals presents Whispering Pines—your coastal farmhouse escape in Waves, NC, just 30 minutes south of Nags Head in the Outer Banks. This oceanside retreat sits in the peaceful Tri-Villages (Rodanthe/Waves/Salvo) and is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking to unwind away from the busy tourist areas. The Pamlico Sound is a one-minute walk, and the wide Atlantic beaches are just five minutes away. (Ask us where to walk for ice cream!)

Nestled at milepost 40¾, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits in a quiet neighborhood ideal for relaxing, stargazing, watersports, and family fun. Offshore winds make this area a world-renowned spot for kiteboarding and windsurfing. Minimum renter age: 26+.

⭐ Highlights

• Oceanside location: 5-minute walk to ocean or sound
• Dog friendly: No pet fee for first 2 dogs (each additional $25; approval required)
• Coastal farmhouse design
• Fully stocked kitchen + starter supplies
• Linens & towels included (1 set/guest; beach towels not provided)
• Blackstone 28" flat-top grill + charcoal grill
• Free beach gear: chairs, umbrellas, wagons, boogie/skim boards, toys & more
• Fire pit + Adirondack chairs
• Surf fishing at the beach
• 5 TVs with streaming apps (no cable)
• 2 refrigerators (no ice maker)
• Walk to kiteboarding, jet ski rentals, restaurants & DQ
• Ring camera on exterior garage

🏡 Inside Whispering Pines

The main level features an open living area with a large TV, a well-equipped kitchen, and a spacious dining table—perfect for group meals. Grill outside, enjoy the fire pit at night, or let kids hang out in the downstairs entertainment area with foosball and a large TV.

Bedrooms

Top Level (3 Bedrooms + Shared Bathroom)
• Primary: King bed, TV
• Guest Room 2: Queen bed, Roku TV
• Guest Room 3: Twin bunks (sleep 4), Roku TV

Lower-Level Suite
• Queen bed, ensuite full bath
• Entertainment space + foosball
• 2 oscillating heaters for colder months

Linens Provided: Beds made, except top bunks (sheets provided).
Towels: One bath, hand, and washcloth per guest

☀️ Outdoor Fun

We provide everything you need for a beach or sound-front day—beach chairs, Shibumi, umbrellas, wagons, boogie boards, and more. You're close to:

• Surf fishing
• REAL Watersports + Waterman’s Bar & Grill
• Kiteboarding, kayaking, surfing, jet skiing
• Tri-Villages walkway for shops & restaurants
• Salvo Day Use Area (5–8 min drive)
• Short ferry to Ocracoke for fishing, shopping & dining

🧴 Starter Supplies

Laundry pods, dish pods, coffee pods, paper towels, dishcloth, dish liquid, soap, toilet paper, trash bags.
Not provided due to sensitivities: shampoo, conditioner, body wash. We recommend picking up extra paper products, toiletries, extra coffee, and any specific cooking items you may need.

✷ Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement within 48 hours.
✷ Security deposit hold of $500 taken 2 days before arrival
✷ Early/ Late checkout fees apply. If housekeeping can accommodate, it’s $120 for a 1 PM check-in or checkout.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,752 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

✷Renter Agreement sig req in 48hrs ✷Sec Deposit: $500✷Min age to rent: 26✷NO parties/events or RVs✷Max occup is 10 ✷ Remove trash ✷ Put up beach gear
✷No pet fee for up to 2 dogs. $25/dog after 2. Number of dogs must be pre-approved✷Close garage when leaving
✷ Pet stains, urine smell, excessive hair, damage, will incur a fee. ✷ No Smoking in house. Smoke smell: $1000 fee

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.9 mi (38-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi (9-min drive) from Outer Banks Beaches and 0.2 mi (1-min drive) from Rodanthe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream to downtown Rodanthe?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Rodanthe.

Family Retreat: Walk to Beach & Ice Cream Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bryce L.

Amazing stay beautiful home

House was clean in a quiet neighborhood right off highway 12. Being pet friendly is a true blessing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whispering Pines

David and Rebecca's house is wonderful and exactly as described. They were great hosts and the house was stocked with everything we needed and more! I highly recommended staying at Whispering Pines.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Especially for larger families. I felt like everyone had their own place. Great location to beach & sound. & close to everything there is to do! We will definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT family getaway!

The house was just a short walk to the beach and had everything our family needed. They even had beach toys, and a buggy in the garage to tote the stuff there! Our daughters loved bunk beds and our dog was able to relax and enjoy the breeze on the patio. Highly recommend staying here, the place has everything you’ll need with ample space for a family of any size! Thanks again for the great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy clean and convenient!

The property was very clean, organized, and set up efficiently. Perfect to use for our fishing trip! Communication with the owners was quick and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stevie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whispering Pines Waves, NC

Beautiful property with all the essentials for a week + stay. Lovely quiet neighborhood. Our group had children, parents and grandparents. There was plenty of space for everyone to sprawl out. We felt safe and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to the beach!

Stayed here for a week with the the whole family (two kids under 10 and five adults). The house was exactly what we expected and great for our trip. We especially loved the location just down the street from the beach and sound. We made most of our own meals while staying, utilizing both the kitchen and the Blackstone (though my husband notes the attached side pieces on the grill get hot so he needed a side table for plates). The hosts were very nice and checked in a couple of times during the week to make sure everything was going well. We would certainly stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Great Location

Great Location who doesn’t like walking distance to the beach and DAIRY QUEEN. House was what was advertised and the owners replied quickly to our needs. Had plenty of things to go to the beach. Great restaurants near by as well as adventure. Beach was awesome and the porch of the house was a great location to just plain relax. Thanks
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elisa D.

Great stay in the Outer Banks

Whispering Pines house in Waves worked out perfectly for my family which consisted of 4 adults and 1 dog. Many amenities are offered including linens at no additional cost. There was also no pet fee :) We appreciated the cleanliness of the home, the great location where you are able to walk to the sound or the beach, fully stocked kitchen, two coffee makers with all the 'fixings' and tv's in every room. The guest experience was great. The owners were super responsive and they communicated everything to us in an extremely timely manner. Rebecca was wonderful to work and correspond with. She took the time to ensure we arrived and had no problems, and then communicated with departure instructions and followed up after our rental was complete to ensure we were satisfied. Of course we were!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025