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Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock

Vacation home near Outer Banks Beaches in Nags Head

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61345 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Hospital
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

Seaside stay .You'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Outer Banks Hospital within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Outer Banks Mall and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Outer Banks Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grits Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga's Lie - ‬6 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.

Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock

Discover the perfect Outer Banks getaway! Our waterfront home offers an array of activities including fishing, crabbing, birdwatching, and water sports from the dock, all with stunning sunsets. We provide top-tier amenities to ensure your comfort and enjoyment. Enjoy a fully equipped, gourmet kitchen, luxurious bedding, powerful showers, and all the beach and fishing gear you need. Relax on our multiple decks and soak in the beautiful surroundings. As our guest, your experience is our priority!

We lovingly call our house Sounds Groovy OBX! For over 30 years, this was the home to the coolest, most loving grandparents ever! They were wonderful free spirits! Sounds Groovy is a tribute to them and an acknowledgement of all the beauty and kindness they shared while they were with us. They enjoyed fishing, the beach, and love and laughter. We are confident you'll experience that and much more when you visit Sounds Groovy!

Our home was beautifully renovated in 2018. Which included a brand new kitchen, new floors throughout, new showers, and new deck. Our philosophy is that if there's something we would need when staying there, our guests will need it too. You will find a kitchen completely stocked for cooking, baking, and grilling (with appliances, such as a split double oven convection range, a microwave, a crockpot, griddle, hand mixer, popcorn maker, rice maker, Keurig, coffee maker, electric tea kettle, etc.). Plus, access a variety of games, a sewing kit, a first aid kit, iron and ironing board, luggage racks, a chair in each bedroom, and many other amenities. After a long day enjoying all that the Outer Banks offers, you can sit back relax and watch shows on the 75" Smart TV. The home offers WiFi and the television is equipped with an Amazon Fire TV Stick, there is no cable television.

The house sits on the main canal off the Albemarle Sound with a dock for fishing or boat tie-up. If you are a fishing fan (like us!), check out the fish table/cleaning station! Boat dock has electricity, water, and lighting. We provide fishing rods and a simple tackle box. The house also offers an enclosed outdoor shower, which in our opinion is the best part of any beach house. We also have an outdoor entertainment area underneath the house, excellent for Crab Feasts and other group activities. One of the main highlights is the view! Take in the scenery either from the decks and from many of the expansive windows inside.

During your stay you will have complete and uninterrupted access to all areas of entire home (excluding owner's closet) including Access to the storage room (key to the right of the front door) with beach supplies, fishing gear and a second refrigerator and freezer.

WASHER AND DRYER: Available and free for your use.

OUTDOOR SHOWER: The home has a shielded/semi-private outdoor shower with excellent water pressure.

SEWING KIT: Have a mishap? Fix it in a snap!

IRON & IRONING BOARD: Provided.

FISHING RODS: Are available in lower storage, you'll need a NC fishing license.

FISH CLEANING STATION w/ RUNNING WATER: Available on dock.

NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE: Our home is equipped with a NEST smoke and carbon monoxide detector for your safety. It's super sensitive, so it will alert us if it detects smoke in the home.

There is a community pool for $3 fee per person per day, charged by the Homeowner's Association.

There is also a community boat ramp, key required. The key fee is $30.00 per week with a $10 refundable key deposit, charged by the Homeowner's Association.

Your enjoyment in our home is our PRIMARY concern. We have family in the community, so if you have any issues during your stay, we will have somebody there to assist you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • 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
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,345 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parking on the front lawn/ septic field area

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Outer Banks Beaches and 9.4 mi (15-min drive) from Kitty Hawk Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock to downtown Nags Head?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi away from Nags Head.

Sounds Groovy OBX: Waterfront Home with Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, house and neighbors! Will definitely book again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at Sounds Groovy for a quick weekend getaway and I have to say that all of the positive reviews you will read for this listing are spot on. I truly wish we could have stayed longer. The location is great. A very quiet, seemingly safe neighborhood near shopping, beaches and great restaurants. The house presents as pictured in the listing but when you get inside you begin to fully appreciate its uniquely pleasant design. All of the furniture and beds were comfortable for our tastes but I will note that if you simply prefer or have a medical need for a firm bed (e.g back problems ) the beds may present a challenge.Kudos to the owners who took the time to label the kitchen cabinets, climate control devices as well as the doors and locks with many helpful ‘tips.” This value add is something we haven’t experienced in other VRBO homes and it helped take a lot of the guess work out of navigating an unfamiliar home. All communications with the owners were pleasant and responsive. We would definitely consider Sounds Groovy for future OBX trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Fun.

Peaceful and beautiful location. We had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and house was clean and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Right on the canal. Plenty of space to fish. Well lite, clean anything you need is there right down to an extra toothbrush.....Well located, easy access. Nothing but great recommendations. Will stay there again, actually have stayed there before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Comfortable and Convenient.

Great property! Very clean, comfortable beds, plenty of parking, and all the amenities you need. Location is just right for shopping, restaurants, etc. Canal in the backyard and a view of the sound just a stones throw away. Super easy check in and check out process. Communications with the host was on point without being invasive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing propery and location

Everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!!!!

It was everything you could possibly want in a vacation rental!!!! Clean, well stocked, excellent communication with property owners. Loved our stay. Totally recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely week

This is a lovely property in Nags Head near everything. The house has everything you could possibly need and the owners and caretaker are on top of everything. The community pool is lovely. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacay

Great property! Convenient location to the beach and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good trip

Quick fishing trip. The house was clean and a good location for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful getaway

Beautiful inside and out nice scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, quick communication, comfortable home!

This property is one of the best we've enjoyed over the years! The owners have thought of everything to make their guests comfortable and knowledgeable about the property. All of the drawers in the kichen are labeled so that one can find what is needed, but also to be able to return it to its proper place. The TV is huge, and streaming worked great. Alexa is there to play music when desired. The living area is very comfortable with plenty of seating for a family who is working a puzzle, playing a board game, watching TV, or working remotely. The location is excellent! Beautiful views from the numerous decks, and very close to Jockeys Ridge, Wright Brothers, many restaurants and stores. The beds are soft...not good for a finicky back. Communication with owner was quick. We knew the location and how to get into the house without having to ask! We really enjoyed our time at Sounds Groovy!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

One major issue

This is a difficult review to write. We've stayed in dozens of Vrbo's and have never left a three star review. Overall, this is a wonderful rental. Convenient location, safe neighborhood and watching the boats on the canal was nice. Pictures are accurate, very clean, comfortable indoor and outdoor furniture, massive TV and the kitchen is great. However, as advertised, we rented a property with a king size bed. That is our #1 priority filter on Vrbo. The king bed was broken and the owners knew about it for weeks. Needless to say, the first night was uncomfortable (the frame is bent making the head lower on one side). They never mentioned it until we did. From the owners perspective, they want to repair and keep the bed. We get it! From our perspective, we wanted a king size bed and didn't get it!! Even after acknowledging the problem there was no apology or resolution. Sleeping in separate bedrooms for 13 nights was not what we expected!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house

Great house with all the amenities needed. Everything was labeled and instructions on how to use everything were clear. The property was clean and nicely updated. The location was great and in a very quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Groovy OBX

This is a quaint home in a neighborhood that is under construction. Overall nice place to stay. Master bedroom frame needs to replaced- head lower than the foot. Very nice to have beach umbrellas provided. All instructions and signs were helpful. Cable package for tvs should be provided- for local news.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to stay

Comfortable, well furnished, clean, great view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

OBX trip

Short family trip to the Outer Banks
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We only had two nights and chose this location for our first visit to Outer Banks. We were very happy with our choice. With limited time, we even managed to catch a few crab right from the dock to add to our seafood feast for dinner one night. That was a fun experience we can now add to our list of new things we’ve tried. We also enjoyed having the beach chairs and towels available for our day at the ocean too. Definitely a well stocked and appointed home. Wished we had more time to stay but very thankful to have been able to enjoy our brief time there. We hope our first visit won’t be our last!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 night stay

We enjoyed our 2 night stay in your cottage.. it is very well equipped/stocked. Beautiful views, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

OBX Gem

The house was lovely and had absolutely everything we needed. Hands-down, the best rental we’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for boaters

We loved it! The canal and dock is perfect for boaters. Easy access to explore lots of areas. The house was as advertised and very clean. The host was very friendly and responsive. We would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot

Beautiful house. Amazing location. Quiet neighborhood. An absolute pleasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

First time visit to Outer Bank

We were very impressed with the property. It was stocked with every product that we needed. EXTREMELY clean. The owners were very attentive to our needs and responded in a timely manner to any questions. We would rate this home a "10"
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect OBX Spot!!

This was the absolute best place we have ever stayed in OBX! Mark & Michele were so friendly, easy to communicate with, and gave clear and easy check-in/check-out instructions. We all agreed that the beds were some of the most comfortable ones we’ve ever slept in 😂 We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023