Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny”

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A deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking a grassy area and the ocean.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel sink, and blue cabinets. There are shelves above the countertop holding kitchenware and a vase with flowers on the window sill.
A window with a view of a grassy area and trees, a cushion with text, and a white pillow on a chair.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, a sink with a faucet, wooden countertops, and a window with a view of the outside.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchair, a wooden coffee table, and two lamps.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Manns Harbor, NC
  • Place, Albemarle Sound
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Lost Colony
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master bath

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About the area

Manns Harbor

Manns Harbor is home to this holiday home. Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Island Farm are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island and Dare County Arts Council. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Roanoke Island Festival Park.
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Manns Harbor, NC

What's nearby

  • Albemarle Sound - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Lost Colony - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Fort Raleigh National Historic Site - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Elizabethan Gardens - 9 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vicki B's Restaurant & Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Darrell's Seafood Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Poor Richards Sandwich Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Firetender - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny”?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny” on 7 Nov 2026 start from AU$4,351, 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.

How much is parking at Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny”?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny”?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Waterfront Sanctuary “Always Sonny” located?

Situated in Manns Harbor, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Albemarle Sound and within 6 miles (10 km) of Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and The Lost Colony. Elizabethan Gardens and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Always Sonny was such a amazing home for our family vacation ❤️ Location, cleanliness, comfort and scenery...this place has it all. We will definitely be back! This was our 1st visit to Outer Banks and we really enjoyed ourselves! May even look for our own VRBO ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay at “Always Sonny”

Our stay at “Always Sonny” was a wonderful experience! The home was clean and beautiful and stocked with basic necessities. The view off the back deck was amazing. Communication with the host was easy and the instruction's prior to arrival and upon departure were complete and clear. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommended highly. Only two issues warning washing machine turned our whites with red stains from minerals in water . Was fixed but not until after incident occurred. Wasp nest under deck but again as taken care of by neighbor without asking . Owner offered to provide solution for removing stains from clothes but we were leaving early following morning .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for a New Year

All the cozy feelings as soon as we walked in! This home was welcoming and more beautiful in person. The view is peaceful. We enjoyed breakfast on the new deck. There is plenty of seating for everyone. The kitchen had everything we needed, plus some. No detail was left out when thinking of guests. The bedrooms are beautifully decorated and the beds are comfortable. The weather was not on our side while we were there but the den with the water view and fireplace made up for it. It was a joy to ring the New Year in at your home Sarah. Thank you and thank you for sharing Sonny’s story.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2021
Michelle I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. We really hoped it would be a peaceful getaway for our guests. I hope you can come back and stay again during the warmer weather. Blessing in the New Year to your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than the pictures!

This property is beautiful and peaceful. Many hours spent in the living room reading and enjoying the views of the sound. The kitchen is well-stocked with everything needed to cook a family meal. The beds are very comfortable and the shower in the master bath is big and gorgeous. We definitely plan to come back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing View!

Loved the view from the back room every day and the very well-equipped kitchen. Great location with easy access to Alligator River National Refuge, Roanoke Island, and Nags Head. We had a lovely and relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Beautiful spacious home on the Croatian sound. Great outdoor space, perfect for fishing. This home is very cozy and comfortable. Had so many extra things that you might need and just forgot. Can’t go wrong with this spectacular home. The owners are great. Thank you so much for a fantastic vacation week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing for family vacation with all ages!

We really enjoyed our stay at Always Sonny! The house is beautifully decorated and had all the necessities and more. The view from the living room and dock were amazing, and are probably the best part of the home. The layout and was very open, but all the bedrooms offered plenty of privacy which was nice. Both bathrooms were very large and the hall bath had access from one of the additional bedrooms which is nice if you have more than one couple staying. This home was also great if you have would like to avoid stairs typical of most rentals in the area and also want to have bedrooms on the same level. We had three generations on our trip and everyone really enjoyed this house! Beds and furniture were all very comfy which was also a big plus. It was close to plenty of shopping, restaurants, and short drive to the beach. We took trips to the nearby aquarium and lighthouses which were a reasonable drive from the house. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone, and would stay here for future trips as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Setting

Sarah's place was spectacular! We loved the view from the living room and deck. The recent addition of the bench on the dock was our most favorite place to be. Sarah had it stocked with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Vacation house

Great place with historical value, liked the view and ambiance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This gem of a property is all that is promised in the description and more!!

My husband and I stayed for a month and were joined during the last week by our adult children and grandson. None of us wanted to leave at the end of our stays. The view of the sound was breathtaking from the moment we opened the front door on arrival and every day after which is one of the many reasons it was difficult to leave. The entire outside of the property is - as advertised - a sanctuary. The fisherpeople in the family enjoyed a number of relaxing afternoons casting out from the dock (though the osprey were more successful than they were at catching fish). The house is well-appointed and very comfortable. The local and themed art in every room added to the pleasantry. A good book, the gas fireplace in the sun room and the beautiful views inside and out made even stormy days relaxing and enjoyable. We had all the cookware we needed for the month (including excellent knives!) and there was more than enough dinnerware and glasses. We were fortunate that last week to have a night when the wind was low and blowing in the right direction which meant we could have a s'mores making fire in the firepit...that evening looking through the fire out to the sound was priceless. sara is an excellent host and provided lots of helpful information about the best places to eat, kayak and hike in the area! If you are looking for a beach vacation, it is a quick drive to the Nags Head beaches. We would come here for that season as well. However, we were looking for an off-season experience and the many, many nature trails in the Alligator River, Roanake Island and Nags Head Woods Refuges provided us with lots of opportunities for manageable hikes. If you are a geocacher, this is also a great location for many fun finds in beautiful settings. Can you tell we liked "Always Sonny"?!! I could say more but frankly I don't want too many people to discover this gem and make it difficult for us to rent again ;-)
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for the kind words. We enjoyed hosting you and your family! I hope the stay brought peace, relaxation and beauty. Please come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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