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Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a kitchen in the background, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A large house with a tower-like structure on the roof, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A pool table with balls, a sofa, and a view of a balcony with outdoor seating.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and teal chairs.
A wooden deck with two blue Adirondack chairs, a wooden fence, and a view of houses in the distance.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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rodanthe, NC
  • Place, Pamlico Sound
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodanthe Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waves

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Pamlico Sound and within a mile (2 km) of Rodanthe Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Pamlico Sound - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rodanthe Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Salvo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 20 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waves Coffee & Candies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 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.

Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach

Dancing Gull is a 4 bedroom, 2 and 1/2 bath spacious home located in beautiful Waves, NC. The perfect location for relaxing and enjoying the tranquil beaches of the Cape Hatteras Seashore or walk over to REAL watersports and add some adventure to your vacation. The house easily accommodates 10 guests. Take a soak in the large hot tub or play a game of pool. Make your meals in the fully equipped kitchen or enjoy convenient local restaurants. Catch some rays on the expansive decks or spend some time under the stars. The home has 2 King size beds, 1 queen size, and 2 bunk beds(top bunks are for children ONLY). All bedrooms have flat screen tvs with Roku. Enjoy all the conveniences of home- comfy sofas, 50" flat screen tv, large dining table, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, high chair, port a crib,arcade table, board games, gas and charcoal grills. Don't leave the dog at home, the beach is a short walk away. Wash away the sand in the outside shower and use the fish cleaning table to clean off your beach treasures or catch of the day. If you are looking for the perfect getaway, make Dancing Gull the place to stay.

-Linens provided. We provide all bed linens(sheets/pillowcases/comforters) and towels(1 bath towel, hand towel, washcloth, per guest). Your beds will be made so you can jump right into your vacation!

Saturday Check in only during summer season Security Notice: For the safety of our guests and property, exterior security cameras are located on the premises. These cameras monitor only public outdoor areas such as entrances, driveways, and yard spaces. There are no cameras inside the home or in any private areas.

We are always available to answer questions before/during/after your stay, do not hesitate to reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

**Copy of photo id now required for booking. ID must match name on reservation AND person must be present at check in.*
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 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
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Over 2 Dogs req owner approval and extra fee. Dogs not declared at time of booking but brought on property will result in loss of deposit at minimum.
Please do not park in the grass
Guest must provide copy of drivers license to confirm age to rent.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 125.00 fee(up to 2 dogs)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 3366810266

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Affordable Spacious Oceanside Home! Pet Friendly

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the vacation home's walkable location in Waves, and it's within a short 7-minute walk of Pamlico Sound. You'll also find Outer Banks Beaches and Rodanthe Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a hot tub.

Does Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

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.

Does Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is about 27.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach?

Yes, every house at Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Hot Tub • Arcade • Pool Table• Oceanside• Linens inc• 5-7 min walk to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
House was clean and Amber was friendly and responsive. Kitchen was stocked with all the essentials! The Golden Girls room was especially fun! The beach was just a quick walk. Highly recommend walking across the street to Waterman‘s for the sunset.We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at Dancing Gull was exactly what our family needed: restful, relaxing, and fun. Dancing Gull was so clean and the living space was open so we could connect with one another when we weren't at the beach. The outdoor shower, hot tub, and ample games were great ways to wind down after a long day in the sun and ocean.As far and checking in and out, everything about the process was just easy and delightful. Amber is a wonderful and communicative host. We look forward to coming back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family-friendly home. My family had a great experience at Laughing Gull! The house is beautiful, clean and well furnished...had just what we needed to unwind and relax with a family of 6 and one dog. Amber was a very responsive host which was a plus. The hot tub was clean and enjoyable. Added bonus: the pool table, foose ball and arcade gaves us plenty of entertainment aroundthe house. We would definitely stay here again in the future. Thanks Amber
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and very nice hottub!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 3rd time staying at this property. Amber (the host) is helpful and responds quickly if you have questions. Between the bikes, pool table, foosball table, arcade game and hot tub there is always entertainment. It's well appointed and comfortable. The walk to the beach is about 5-8 minutes depending on how fast you want to get there. There's a Dollar General right down the street for more sunscreen and soda and Food Lion about 15 minutes away if you need more substantial stuff. Fill your gas tank in Nags Head or Manteo before you head to Waves. It was significantly cheaper.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice!

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. It was clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family chill

great house. close to good beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home Away From Home!

We had a wonderful stay!!! The kitchen had everything we needed! Hot tub, games, foosball, and pool table were perfect for evenings and nights after being at the beach all day!! Another fantastic week at the OBX!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly! The place is exactly as it is in the pictures! Very spacious! Beautiful home! At the house a lot of things were provided for us! Including things I didn’t think of! Chairs, boogie boards, sand toys for our kids even a wagon and umbrellas! Hot tub was amazing a clean! And she very well scheduled for cleaning!!! As we were leaving, the person that cleans the hot tub, was already there cleaning it! The host Amber was absolutely amazing! She was as much hands on as we needed her to be! We ran into a situation with one of our cars and I texted her right away and she reply instantly and was super supportive and understand of the situation! She also gave a recommendation on who to call. She was so polite! She definitely made our first family vacation a special one! Over all an amazing experience!!! If you are questioning whether or not to book with her, BOOK WITH HER!!! There will be no regrets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Laughing Gull

Great get away to the beach and not too far from the civilization of surrounding towns. Lots of room for activities and lounging.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay.

We enjoyed our stay. House was fine. Bicycles were an unexpected surprise. Much thanks to our host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream House

This house was PERFECT for our family of 7. We each had our own space and plenty of shared space to play games, plan activities and share meals. The location is convenient to all the OBX has to offer. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun with Friends

Amber was a great host super responsive to any questions we had. The property is as described and a short walk to the beach. We will definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even better the second time

We've enjoyed this house twice now and will likely be back. Quiet, clean and well appointed and only a short walk to the beach. A short walk the other direction and you can watch the sunset over the water on the sound.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful & tranquil!

Beautiful beach house in a tranquil community! Short walk to beach and beautiful sunsets from deck. House had everything you need for a comfortable stay & was beautifully decorated. Hot tub, pool table & foosball table were a plus! Amber is a great host! Very responsive communication & provided information on area attractions, restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect layout and location

Our stay was nothing but amazing. Amber was extremely responsive and communicative host during our stay. The layout of her home was perfect for our family and we were able to create some great memories this year. The huge dining table made mealtime perfect where we also had some great laughs as well! The location of the home is perfect, we walked to the beach using Amber’s directions and we drove to the sound when we needed quieter days. Would definitely recommend staying when visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

This place was so nice for 4 teenagers and 4 adults! It was a nice walk to the beach and easy for the kids to bike to local attractions. Amber let us know that there were new cleaners, and it was noticed! Very clean and well kept! While it was rainy while we were there, Amber left lots of recommendations in the books! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would stay again!

We loved our stay! Amber was great when communicating with us , she was super on top of things, and everything in the house was accurate with the listing. If you’re looking for a quiet, beach focused vacation and don’t mind a short walk to the beach then this property is perfect. It was easy to carry our beach gear up to the access point, though the dune is a bit steep (not the house’s fault) and the house was well stocked for preparing our meals when we didn’t want to eat out. We also loved the HUGE variety of games in the house. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at a clean and well-equipped home!

We enjoyed our week at the Dancing Gull! The house was spacious enough for everyone to lounge, cook, etc. and the kitchen was well-equipped. The 2 large balcony-facing bedrooms were very roomy! The neighborhood was quiet and had plenty of friendly neighbors. Walk to the beach (about 10 minutes) made us grateful for our off-road beach cart with balloon tires due to tree roots and tricky terrain along the way. The outdoor shower was roomy and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walk to beach in under 10 minutes

The house was spacious and had lots of amenities such as pool table, hammock, fooz ball and games for kids. Nice wrap around deck. Best thing for me was walking to a beautiful beach in less than 10 minutes. Beach was not at all crowded even on July 4th weekend. You walk back to house for lunch and take a break from sun and walk right back when you want.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

5 min walk to the beach!

Dancing Gull was a perfect solution for our last minute beach vacation! Amber was more than accommodating to changes in pet requests and check in time! Able to bike to ice cream shops and restaurants nearby! The house is stocked with everything you need to enjoy a nice relaxing week away! You can tell the owners are making updates as they just purchased in 2017. Thank you for opening your home to us Amber!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

First OBX vacation

This house is in a quiet, not overpopulated area of OBX. It’s great when you really want to get away. Although there were a few minor issues, the house was nice and the locals were nice. Especially the neighborhood cats! Walk to the beach. Beautiful sunsets! Not negative, however if you have tall/larger people in your family, the one shower is a little snug.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Dancing Gull

Really enjoyed our time. There wasn’t a lot of places opened close around for food or for young kids to do but only 30 to 45 minutes to Nags Head & Kiddy Hawk. Friendly people around & the sound side was great for the little ones. Hot tub was great! All bedrooms are on 2nd. floor so if anyone gets up early you hear them. All in all it was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Beach Week

Our end of summer stay at the Dancing Gull was such a treat! Our family of 5 plus one set of grandparents were very comfortable with the rooms and overall setup. The lighting upstairs is wonderful, and the open setup was great, because the whole family could hang out while making dinner, playing pool, watching tv or doing their own thing while still together. The hot tub was really nice and the overall location was good too, just a short drive to the beach access and shops. The beach access trail was neat for the kids as well, since they could head up there on their own. Amber was very responsive and friendly. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing trip

Overall it was a nice house. It had a ton of activities to do while it rained or while escaping the heat i.e pool table, bikes, darts, and games. The walk to the beach was easy but the sand dune to get onto the beach was very steep and made it difficult if you were to have any type of breathing issues or even to much gear. Its a good location if you plan on staying on the beach majority of the time because it takes about 35-45 min to get closer to touristy spots and restaurants. The beds were comfortable. The hot tub worked great, but the mosquitoes were thirsty this past week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023