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Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball

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A beachside pier with a lifeguard station.
A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a pool.
A balcony with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a residential area with houses and trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a wooden countertop, and a sink.
A wooden Adirondack chair with "ITS 5:00 SOMEWHERE" and "AFTERNOON DELIGHT" carved into it, positioned by a calm lake with a house in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Avon, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hatteras Island Boardsports
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Fishing Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Avon

Located within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Hatteras Island Boardsports. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Surf's Up - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hatteras Island Boardsports - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Avon Fishing Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Avon Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Froggy Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball

It’s Island Time! 3 story beach house w gated level for pups. Every room has its own deck where you can read in a hammock, practice yoga or relax under the stars. Fishermans delight- Under the house is a refrigerator, an outdoor shower, park style grill, picnic table and a pressure washer.
Wanna get out? Walk to the beach in 5 minutes, 4WD Ramp 38 is 5 min away, Kite-board in the Pamlico Sound, visit Hatteras Light (visible from the rear deck) or catch a ferry and day trip to Ocracoke.
Renters enjoy shared (Olympic-sized) pool and court access. New for 2026- two pickleball courts! OBX favorites are all within walking distance- Duck Donuts, LaFogata, Dicks Crab house. Or restock at Food Lion, Ace Hardware or Island Pharmacy.
New for 2026! New carpet plus enlarged new deck and patio furniture.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Avon is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Hatteras Island Boardsports, and Surf's Up. You'll also find Pamlico Sound and Avon Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a jetted bathtub and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball?

Yes, every house at Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Soundside, 5 min walk to the beach, 6 private decks, shared pool and pickleball Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reina M.

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

Awesome Family beach week

The house had everything we need for the stay and Dawn was an amazing host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annelise K.

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

Great vacation

This property was clean, close to the beach and accommodated my family well. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Family Fun

My family and I had a lovely time and enjoyed your home and all you had to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

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

Lovely stay at Sweet EmOcean

Had a lovely stay at Sweet EmOcean. The property was nice and roomy and very close to Food Lion and other places that was super convenient. We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marina G.

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

Perfect Location and super helpful host

This is a beautiful property in the perfect location. Slept 7 Adults very comfortably and was very clean and well maintained. The Host John was very responsive to messages before our arrival and very accommodating. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin K.

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

Family vacation

Sweet Emocean is a quaint home located in a beautiful, clean and calm neighborhood. Our family loved all the different views from each deck. The short walk to the beach was just perfect for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frederick V.

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

June stay

Property is older but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Absolutely Amazing

Communication with homeowners was perfect! Property was very clean, stocked with everything you would need for the week +, and spacious! They are pet friendly as well and my doggo loved it. Will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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

Sweet Emocean

We had a wonderful stay in this house! Great communication with the owners who made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Close to the beach, shopping and the pool. I loved the special touch of a dog bowl just for our little pup!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theanna O.

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

Sweet EmOcean

The property was clean & updated. They had everything you need for a beach stay. It is very accessible to the beach and the community pool & tennis courts were equally nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

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

First timers at Outer Banks

The property was great we spent most of time on the top floor. Started the week with rain but eventually the weather turned around. Spent every minute on the beach, it was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Great neighborhood

This home was perfect for our family of four and dog. It is located in a private, quiet neighborhood on the sound side but still within a short walking distance to the beach. It has a unique reverse floor plan with everything you need for a great vacation. The owner is super friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

relaxed

Just Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyndall Y.

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

Perfect home away from home

We enjoyed the booking process from start to finish. This beach house felt so special. It was close enough to walk to the beach, the pool and the grocery store. It was super clean. I can’t wait to come back again and again. The owners put a lot of effort into making the home special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Paradise ❤️🏝️

Our first time staying in Avon. It was amazing!! SweetEmOcean is a beautiful home and exactly as pictured. Spacious, clean, with great views. John was so wonderful answering all of our questions. Awesome host!! We will definitely be back ☀️
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica R.

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

Nice Family Vacation

Had minor issues which were addressed as soon as I reached out. The house was as nice as pictured. Not quite as close to the beach as we though but close enough. The bridge on the path to the beach had TONS of turtles which we all enjoyed watching them swarm when they saw people. Overall happy with stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandy V.

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

Best vacation yet!

The house mouse was everything we expected.. and even more, but what made the stay even more enjoyable is the communication with the owners, knowing they were right there for any questions or concerns. Also, with hurricane Debby trying to come through, the owners made sure we were safe, and had additional help if needed. Most certainly a 5 star rating! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Perfect for our group

Great place to stay with all the amenities that you would have at your own house! Great communication between me the host. It’s close to everything you need. House was clean and stocked with the necessities you need to get started! Perfectly setup for your pet also. We will definitely keep coming back .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

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

Stay at sweet em ocean

We had a nice vacation here! Loved that the beach was right across the street. Avon is a nice town the beach was our favorite part even saw some dolphins and loved collecting shells on the beach and the bridge to get to the beach got to see a few turtles.The outdoor decks were nice to sit outside and relax and could see the ocean from a couple decks. My teenage kids loved that an ice cream truck came through the neighborhood every day. Hosts were very responsive. Thank you for stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Donna S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We stayed last week in this house. I will say that it looked like the photos which had multiple bedrooms and decks that my family enjoyed.We had multiple issues with this property though. There were a handful of items listed on the website that it had, but that were not there; one of them being as important as a pack and play which is one of the reasons we rented this houses making it seem like it would be young children friendly. The host was able to get one dropped off, but there was a lot of back and forth to get it. We also had issues with pests the whole time. We did bring this up and it was mentioned that the property needed to be pest sprayed again, but since we had children there they pushed it. Overall the place was not clean and comfortable. It had a burnt food smell that we could not get to go away and it was not a nice place for young children which the items listed on the website made it seem like it would be. We did stay an extra day only because of a discount given and another family group was staying longer. If these two things didn’t happen then we would have not stayed longer. This property has so much potential, but overall it really needs to be deep cleaned.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Easter 2022

The house was really nice and inviting. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Beautiful views from decks on each level and all sides of the house, could see the ocean from the top deck which was nice since it was cool and very windy on Easter Sunday. The yard under the house if fully fenced-in which was great since we had dogs with us. The owners were incredible and extra responsive to our needs and requests. We highly recommend this house and if you are there in warmer weather, everything needed for a beach day was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike l.

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

Location location location

This place had it all! The location was great. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly. It was a short walk to the beach but get the 4x4 pass because there are a lot of beach access ramps to choone from. We mostly went to ramp 44 because at the point there were lots of shells and we could watch people fish. We saw dolphins, turtles, and spinner sharks jumping completely out of the water. The owners were helpful with any questions we had. The place was very clean and comfortable. We saw many shooting stars right from the back deck. I would highly recommend this rental
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JC S.

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

Avon Calling!

Sweet Em-Ocean is a light, spacious property located close to the beach. We spent at least half of every day at the beach and the waves were so fun! The top floor of the house-where the kitchen and living room are, is flanked by three balconies so you feel like you’re on top of the world! The beds were clean and comfortable and everything was in good working order. Beware of the fridge door, however. It’s low to the floor and we all scraped the tops of our feet at least once! Would definitely return to Avon and Sweet Em-Ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenni B.

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

Fantastic week in OBX

This house was perfect for my family of 3. We had never been to OBX and were looking for a quiet area with easy beach access, and this fit the bill perfectly. It's a quick 5 minute walk to the beach, Duck Donuts (try the pina colada donut!), Food Lion and several other small stores. The home itself was well equipped, with plenty of cooking utensils (we cook 2/3 of our meals on vacation, so this was HUGE), and enough paper products to last throughout our whole stay. There were a couple of cooler nights where we were able to sit on the deck and enjoy the peaceful neighborhood. We had several deer visit the yard which we loved, but our dog was less enthusiastic lol (the neighborhood is extremely pet-friendly and everyone we met was so kind). We only had to contact the owners once, but they were lightning fast in their communication. The house has everything you need for a great day at the beach, including a cooler, beach chairs, body boards, etc. If we decide to come back to the Avon area, we would choose Sweet Emocean in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Wonderful time

We had a wonderful time during our stay here. The property is in a cute neighborhood that is very nice for walks with a stroller. A few minute walk across the street to the beach made trips back and forth with little ones very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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