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Dog-friendly, idyllic beachfront house with private pool, hot tub, AC, & deck

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Reviews
8.6 out of 10 Excellent
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Rodanthe, NC
  • Popular LocationChicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRodanthe Beach1 min drive
  • Popular LocationRodanthe Pier3 min drive
  • AirportManteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Other

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Dog-friendly, idyllic beachfront house with private pool, hot tub, AC, & deck

The Knotty Whale 120

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Have a whale of a good time on your next vacation at The Knotty Whale with water views from every window! This bright and beachy ocean-side home offers plenty of stylish comforts for the whole family, pets included! You'll have four bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, wraparound decks, and a private hot tub and pool, all just steps from the beach.

On the first floor, you'll find plenty of room to find your own private escape in one queen primary bedroom, a second queen bedroom, and a twin bunk with a trundle room. The queen and bunk bedrooms share a spacious full hallway bathroom. The kids will also love the open bonus area with an additional set of twin bunk beds. All four of these rooms open out to the first-floor deck, and all three bedrooms have TVs. The first floor is also home to the stacked washer/dryer in the hallway laundry closet and the hot tub on the beach-facing deck just outside the second queen bedroom.

But as much as you'll love the first floor, the main floor will have you hooked in no time. Wall-to-wall views of the sparkling blue waves are reflected in the fun and chic nautical style of the open living room, kitchen, and dining area. Here you can spread out but still spend plenty of time together with comfy couches around the living room fireplace, a dining table for six, and a neat island bar with seats for four. Make your way outside to the top deck for the perfect spots for dolphin watching or a cup of coffee at sunrise.

The main floor is also where you'll find a primary with a TV and a private deck. This spot is ideal for soaking up those Hatteras Island sunsets over the sound. Back on the sandy ground level, enjoy The Knotty Whale's refreshing private pool or an easy walk to the beach. An elevated outdoor shower makes rinsing off easy after a day in the sand and sea. This home is sure to be your family's new favorite vacation spot, so make a splash and book The Knotty Whale today!

Things to Know
The private pool is open seasonally from April through mid-October. Dates are subject to change.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the nightly pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting "Yes" to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The nightly fee ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
2 days notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 60 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay.



Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Rodanthe

Located in Rodanthe, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rodanthe, NC

What's nearby

  • Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 9 min walk
  • Rodanthe Beach - 1 min drive
  • Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive
  • Salvo Beach - 7 min drive
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - 3 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 4 min drive
  • Watermen's Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Lisa's Pizzeria - 19 min walk
  • The Dough Shack - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, idyllic beachfront house with private pool, hot tub, AC, & deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Family Vacation
The Knotty Whale became our home for spring vacation. My husband and I, our children and grandchildren stayed for one week. We had an amazing time and have so many wonderful memories. The home was beautiful and the view of the ocean from the decks was spectacular. Thank you for allowing your house to become our home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, great views but needs a few minor repairs
We enjoyed our stay The house clean and presented like the photos. There are a few minor repairs needed. The stove top cooks on high all the time. Corner cabinets doors in the kitchen are coming off the hinges, blinds in the master bedroom and bath on the first floor are incomplete, table in master up stairs is broken and the dryer takes two cycles to dry anything, There is limited large pans for cooking for a larger group, number of towels provided are enough for a day so your doing laundry daily. There’s a trick to locking the doors which we don’t know the first night, you have to lift on the handle in order for the lock to turn. I know I listed a number of items but they are all minor things and can be easily addressed and did not have a negative impact on our stay or opinion of the rental. Other rentals we’ve stayed in had a guest book. This would be a great idea as previous guest and future can write in it and leave tips and experiences for new guests. Items of restaurants, must see or do’s etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Total Escape!
If you are looking for a peaceful get away on a beautiful beach this is a great place to visit. The home was clean. Had a great view. Right on the beach. We were the only ones on the beach most of the time. There is a convenience store walking distance if you need to grab any items.
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10/10 Excellent

Eva B.

Beautiful & Relaxing
This home is simple & elegant with amazing views. We were delighted with dolphins and birdwatching every day. The house was clean and well equipped for our holiday getaway. Highly recommend you book the Knotty Whale for your next OBX adventure.

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn P., Oxford, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House
This house was beautiful and we loved the quiet location. It was spacious and had a great view of the ocean and stars. Only thing I would say that needs improvement were the washer and bedroom comforter. The washer smelled very funky and had black stains in it.. and the comforter was very stained and had fur all over it. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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