Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly
Note: 2025 - we have a new cleaning company
This Oceanfront vacation rental home has 3 Bedrooms and 2 baths. Short walk(about 200 steps) over the dunes to ocean from backyard of the home. Watch sun rise, stars and ocean from rooftop deck and enjoy your quite and relaxing vacation time.
Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin over Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Full over Twin bunk bank, 1 Twin Sofa bed Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2(1 of the bath has Jetted tub), 2 outdoor Showers with Hot & Cold Location: Oceanfront Town: Salvo, NC Parking: 4 spaces(back to back parking) Check-In: Saturday Length of Stay: Weekly, Mini Vacations Property Type: Beach Classic
Features: 2TVs, DVD, VCR, Stereo/CD Central A/C & Heat Wireless Internet Park Style Charcoal Grill Rooftop Deck Picnic Table Sun Deck Ceiling Fans Non-Smoking Pet Friendly Bed Linens and Dish towels provided
We are the new Owners of this property. We are constantly updating this Property, We will add more Photos as we finish upgrades.
some of the upgrades for this year so far are, new roof, new furniture, new fridge and some wall arts, new beds & bedding, private pool.
This comfortable and appealing holiday rental home located in the dunes of Salvo, Hatteras Island, is sure to please with its unique character and appeal. Wireless internet access is supplied to keep you in touch, that is if you want to.
The first level of Family Affair is complete with laundry facilities, great room with an eat-in kitchen, living area with sofa bed, and King bedroom with a full bath. Outside on the first level outdoor space is even a convenient picnic table for the family to adore a meal.
The second level has two bedrooms and one bath. 1 bedroom with queen bed and other with 2 bunk beds(full over twin and twin over twin). For a little experience, climb the two ladder-like stairways up to the enormous rooftop outdoor space for sea and sound vistas of Hatteras Island.
Don't forget to get up early one day with your camera to see one of the most handsome sights around, sunrise vistas from the rooftop outdoor space will amaze you and make a lifetime memory. Family Affair is a holiday rental home on Hatteras Island that will bring your family together and create lasting memories.
Lots of restaurants and stores close by. Enjoy the great food and amazing sunsets at Good Winds Restaurant on the sound, or let your hair down and enjoy Karaoke at String wrays on Thursday nights.
Boat and kayak rentals are right up the street. Dollar General and Waves Market and Deli are great places to pick up groceries, they also make great breakfast and lunch sandwiches!
This house has SlingTV which will have about 100 live channels and on-demand contents.
Due to COVID, We are taking extra precautions to properly disinfect the rental. Here below are steps taken.
Expect our homes will be clean, sanitized, safe and that we are adhering to CDC regulations. Here is our protocol for each department. • Housekeeping Protocol:
◦ Housekeepers wear masks and disposable gloves when cleaning and disinfecting items and surfaces. Gloves will be discarded after each cleaning and cleaners will wash hands immediately in warm soapy water for 20 seconds after gloves are removed
◦ We use EPA-registered hospital grade disinfectants that provide CDC recommended antimicrobial chemicals – We provide all housekeepers with these chemicals
◦ Housekeepers will be focusing additional attention on high-touch surfaces, including but not limited to: doorknobs, elevator buttons, keyless entry pad, TV remotes, light switches, stair handrails, cabinet drawer pulls, appliance handles such as fridge, microwave, & oven, laundry machines, washer/dryer knobs, and thermostats. All hard surfaces, kitchens, and bathrooms will be thoroughly sanitized
◦ Housekeeper will use disposable cloths, sponges and mop heads for each home. Vacuum cleaners will remain in the house and will be emptied after each use
◦ All windows and slider doors will be open while cleaning and left open to remove and disperse the droplets and reduce the amount of virus in the air – which will reduce the risk of infection for others
◦ Beds will be made with freshly laundered sheets and pillowcases. Pillows, mattress pads, and comforters will be misted with sanitizing product
◦ Supervisors will follow cleaners with a spray to ensure all surfaces have been correctly sanitized
◦ We will have no more than two cleaners in a home and family members only
• Laundry Protocol:
◦ All bed linen, pillow cases, towels, and etc. are laundered at our facility in commercial washers and dryers at high temperature to help kill coronavirus.
◦ All Laundry staff wear masks and disposable gloves when cleaning and disinfecting items or surfaces. Gloves will be discarded after each handling of a load and the laundry attendant will wash hands immediately in warm soapy water for 20 seconds after gloves are removed.
◦ While transferring items from the bin to the washer, our team has been trained not to shake the laundry, which could disperse the virus through the air, according to the CDC.
◦ Sanitizer is also used between each folding task to keep all surfaces clean.
◦ After the dirty laundry is placed in the washer, our staff disinfects the surfaces in the laundry area such as the knobs and the door pull on the washing machine and dryer.
◦ Laundry bins that hold dirty and clean laundry are kept separated and washed between uses with bleach or other EPA – registered disinfectants.
◦ Once linens are bagged by laundry staff, it is placed on the porch for pick up at a certain time and cleaners will pick up bags and all supplies one at a time.
◦ Housekeepers will return the laundry bag at the end of the day and it will be washed and ready for the next turn day.
There is a pack and play available at the the property though if you need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, and safe baby gear Visit any of the below sites to make a reservation. https://www.babyquip.com/a/ts57uw https://www.babyquip.com/outerbanks?a=dd4246a
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Salvo
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Hatteras Colony, a neighbourhood in Salvo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Salvo Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Rodanthe Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Jennette's Pier - 34 min drive - 52.0 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Dough Shack - 4 min drive
Waves Coffee & Candies - 5 min drive
Mirro’s Cafe - 3 min drive
Tina's Poolside Cafe - 4 min drive
Beads & Beans OBX - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly ?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly on 15 Aug 2026 start from AU$690, 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.
Is Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly located?
Nestled on the beach, this Hatteras Colony holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of beach and Salvo Beach. Rodanthe Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our second time staying at the property, and we really enjoyed it again. Comfortable home, with a nice deck and pool, and a short walk to the beach.
The place was in a great location. There is a lot of work that needs to be done. The upstairs shower leaked to the master bedroom below. We messaged the owner, he sent the property manager and plumber over and we just stopped using the upstairs bathroom. When we were leaving we noticed that the kitchen sink was leaking below. Other than this the place was good but don't expect anything extravagant except the stereo which was awesome! We did have a great vacation!
Anthony E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thanks for the feedback. You could have used the bathroom as long as you don't overfill the tub. I talked with the plumber, and he said there was no leak, but someone overfilled the bathtub, which caused flooding in the bathroom and the bedroom below it.
Loved the house. Pool was great. Beds where very nice to sleep in. Only downside was a little far from things. Grocery store is about 20 mins south to the food loin. Would stay again.
shannan s.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Andrea B.
28 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The location/access to the beach and pool were wonderful. The home, however, was mold-ridden, musty, and in poor repair. We learned from a maintenance worker that the upstairs tub had been flooded by previous tenants and ran through to the downstairs bathroom and bedroom. I reached out to the property owner to see if an air purifier could be provided and got no response. The advertised beach chairs and wagon were rusty, broken and not usable. The area around the pool was littered with weeds and old cigarette butts. The experience was overall very disappointing and will not return to this property due to the mold problem and lack of upkeep to the home and property. Salvo, the beach and locals are delightful and will definitely go back for vacation!
Andrea B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Sorry, Andrea, for your experience. We do maintain the property, as we also visit it with our kids and I will look into everything you mentioned here. However, the previous renter flooded the upstairs bathroom, which probably caused your experience.
FYI, I did not receive your messages otherwise I would have definitely replied.
Just what we needed! Centrally located between Avon/Hatteras and Nags Head. Easy access to the beach. The beach was clean and quiet.
House had the basic amenities needed. They are in the process of updating and the owner was open with upgrades and work being done.
It was dog friendly and we appreciated the fenced in yard!
Looking forward to next year!
The house is perfectly situated and sized for us, a family of five, with a private pool and direct access to the beach. The interior is nothing fancy but clean and functional - actually nicer than what we saw in the pictures provided. It's clear that the owners are invested in keeping the house updated and were responsive to questions we had during hour trip. Overall, it was an excellent house to spend the week. We plan on going back.
We had clean the pool it was nasty in the house the filter was nasty under the couches very nasty
Not happy ,no ocean view ,over price but we made the best of it going back to Holden beach ,at least they Should have clean The pool for us and everything was not clean very disappointed never got internet access
Douglas H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Interesting, You sent me a text saying “nice place”. Did you not mean that? Or are you mad because something happened during your checkout like the house keeping told you to leave when you tried to overstay? I see a 5-star review from the guest who stayed the week before you so really trying to understand our first 1-star review :(
Guys, we have a professional management company who cleans and maintains the property. If you are not satisfied with their service, please call them and they will address your concern.
Our family of 4 (+1 dog) spent a nice relaxing week at the house. It has everything you need, particularly in the kitchen which even had an air fryer. The pool was nice, a little cool in April, but great to have it right next to the house. The beach is a short walk through the dunes and can't be seen from the house, but the ocean can be seen from the rooftop deck. There were extra sand toys, beach chairs and a wagon under house. Check in was super easy with the door key pad and a clear and informative email from the owner. Otherwise, it was clean and functional like you'd expect and we didn't have any issues while we were there. Thanks again for a great week!
We stayed for a week mid-May, family of 5. Property was as described and pictured. Classic beach/lake house vibe. Plenty of kitchen utensils and appliances. New towels. Great pool with plenty of loungers. There is a very short walk over thru the dunes to the beach, right behind the house, the beach is very quiet and clean, lots of wildlife, crabs, birds....We visited some other beaches further north and this one was much cleaner and much less crowded. Maybe one group of people every 300-400 yards, so much space. This is right before the official season begins, would guess the neighborhood was maybe half occupied There were a couple of broken chairs on the rooftop, we laid down a blanket on the rooftop as we didn't feel comfortable moving the furniture to the top deck. Loved watching the sunrise and stargazing from the top deck and afternoons spent in the shade of the house in the pool. Bedding needs updating and dishes needed cleaned off before use, maybe first stay of the season. We thought it was a great location for visiting the Outer Banks and we thoroughly enjoyed the stay. We would stay again. Thank you!
Lauren
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Penny B.
31 Oct 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location
The location was nice. The layout of the house was good.
The house was too short to see the ocean, so that was disappointing. The dangerous ladder stairs to the roof were impractical. The house was not very clean. The living room furniture was stained. The master bedroom had moldy water stained walls and was in the worst shape. Outside lighting was too little and not all of them were in working order.
Penny B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2022
Thanks Penny for your review. We now have new walls in that bedroom and also added additional lightings outside of the house. We have a professional property management company to clean and maintain our property and I always share their number with our guests. I know they had staffing issues last year but that is no excuse for not cleaning the property properly. We live in Ohio so heavily depend on them to take care. Please always call their house keeping to make sure they come back and clean if you are not satisfied.
New mattresses were much appreciated. Property owner is making many efforts to improve this property.
If you’re not familiar with the dune situation in OBX be prepared for crossing to be a challenge, not a reflection of the property owner just something I wasn’t quite ready for.
Currently there wasn’t a good seating choice for older guests that need to put their feet up, again not a reflection on the owner just something I should have realized when booking, hopefully new living room furniture will be in the future.
*house was no longer brown, but rather a beautifully updated turquoise!
We had a great experience renting this property for our family of 5 and the family dog. The week was sunny and warm, it was nice to have the air conditioning inside after a long day at the beach or pool. The pool was a huge hit, perfect size for the property and the fenced in yard was great to keep track of the dog. Some extra pool and beach toys under the house with a wagon came in handy as well. The house was well cleaned prior to our arrival and having the towels in plastic wrap gave us that extra clean comfort. All kitchen appliances we needed were there and plenty of options in the area to order from as well. Having the outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach was nice, and the 3 levels of deck were appreciated. We got some beautiful views of both sunrise and sunset from the top level, and seeing the boats on the water was also nice. The house will need continued TLC as it is showing age in some areas, but it has everything you need to have an amazing week in the Outer Banks! We would definitely stay here again when we come back to the area in the future!
Overall our vacation was a 5, but this house is more like a 3. The property has great potential, but has not been maintained. The pool was fantastic, but was surrounded by weeds and included a pile of broken and rusted pool toys. The pool loungers(3) were all broken and unusable. It was nice to have direct access to the beach, a short walk over the dunes for a day in the sand. However, the fence door was not secure and with a dog and small child, this was a concern. The host was informed and was responsive, but the issue was not resolved. The house itself worked out great for our group with plenty of room to spread out inside and out. It could have been cleaner(walls and floors) and just needed more attention to details like clogged bathtubs and broken blinds. With a little effort, this property could easily be a 5.
Location was perfect! And we loved the pool tho it wasn't heated, but one warm day it was tolerable. While we were fans of the house, the furnishings seemed haphazard and convenient. The furniture doesn't fit the house and the linens were of poor quality(think cheap hotel). But we liked the layout and design of the house.and the decks! I wish there had been a table and more visit-friendly chair sets on the many decks. We were able to cook no problems. There was no extra anything tho, not paper towels or toilet paper or trash bags. The hand soaps were nearly empty and no dish liquid or powder/pods. Not even salt and pepper. Some kitchen towels would have been nice also. I sound as if i am complaining however i can honestly say we enjoyed our time here and would stay again. Just want the owners to know it could be even better!
One last thing- when we arrived, we found and envelope asking for a gratuity from the cleaner. I leave a tip for outstanding service. This was not. There was trash behind the nightstand, which i left, and there are crumbs in the silverware holder.
Just doing a few things could make this house into a more comfortable home.
Michelle H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
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21 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not a clean property
My husband, 3 month old and close family friends with kids ages 4, 6 & 10 stayed at the Family affair. We arrived at 3:45 and the cleaning company arrived at 4:00 & stayed a total of 25 minutes. She came in with a bottle of Clorox and a rag only. There is no way someone was able to clean a two story house up to covid protocol as stated or any cleaning protocol whatsoever. When we got in, the floors were filthy with dust and hair balls / crumbs all over the floor (we ended up vacuuming and just the living room carpet alone filled up half the vacuum), the kitchen table and counters had crumbs and smudges all over them, the bathroom mirrors were not cleaned, the back slide door was covered in handprints and dog drool, the coffee pot was not clean, the AC did not keep up (it got to 78 everyday before noon), the fans were completely coated with dust & the main living room fan did not work, the deck had rusted nails sticking up. After waking up the first morning, my 3 month old daughter had a swollen eye and green goo coated. We spent all day Monday at urgent care in Kill Devil Hills to find out she had conjunctivitis (bacterial infection) most likely from the dirty environment. Not to mention there looked to be black mold on the ceiling on the main floor bathroom. When I reached out to the owner, he told me the lady who came to clean when we arrived was only there to wipe down the door knobs and surfaces and that a cleaner came at noon. Overall, we took it upon ourselves to clean the property so we didn’t have to pack our belongings back up and have more people coming in and out of the property. I’ve never been to a rental so filthy. The location was nice but if you have small children or like a clean environment, this is not the property for you.
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2022
Really sorry for your experience at our property. We never want any of our guests to have this experience though I believe your review is not a completely honest review. First of all, your check in time was 5pm and you checked in early, which is fine though I clearly stated in my check in instructions that do not enter in the house early if it’s not ready. The house must be clean and ready for guests to enjoy before they arrive though there could be some unfortunate situations where it could get delayed. I also shared the property management company’s phone number and you could have resolved all of your issues by simply contacting them on that day. It also took you over a day to even contact me, you contacted me the next day around 5pm about cleaning issue and asked me what I can do about it, you also did not mention about your child’s conjunctivitis due to this either, I don’t think conjunctivitis can happen because this property was not vacuumed. This is a rental property though we also stay at this property multiple weeks every year with our kids, also most of our guests come with their children and we would never ignore this property and put it in a condition which could put any kids at risk. We always try fix any issue we know or have been brought to our attention by guests or anyone right away and that is why we get positive reviews from our guests. you mentioned that living room carpet filled half the vacuum, this property has vinyl plank flooring in the living room and the carpet it has is the normal 8x10 area rug, there is no way it can fill half of the vacuum. You mentioned about fan not working and nail popping up on a deck but I don’t see guests after you complaining about it so must be resolved during your stay.
Ocean was visible from 2nd and rooftop balconies Pool was nice and clean easy access to the beach There were some ant issues in the kitchen if you left some thing on the counter overnight
We absolutely loved our stay in Salvo. This property was perfect for our family and we hope to visit again soon. The property owner is very friendly and responsive. My kids loved the lights in the pool and it was nice being able to relax in the living room and see the kids playing upstairs.
The house is located on the beach with a beautiful pool in Salvo, NC. The house is spacious with three bed rooms, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. It also has a washer and dryer which is perfect for a beach house. It also has a roof deck! The pictures are exactly what we saw when we arrived. We enjoyed our week in Salvo.
This was the perfect get away for my family. The house was very comfortable and this is probably the first vrbo I have rented that actually had decent TV service and reception (Thank you). The pool felt wonderful and clean and well kept. The beach was beautiful and not crowded. I enjoyed greatly being able to wake up and walk out through the dunes to watch the sunrise. In the same breath I was able to catch some amazing lightning from the storms which luckily rolled through in the evenings and overnight. There was great communication with the owners or rental management as they were truly wanting to make sure we had no issues with the house. I truly appreciate their concern on my behalf.
The only thing I would suggest to future renters (no fault of the property/owners) grab your milk and eggs and other necessities before getting to the property. There is a run on those items with everyone else coming to their vacation rentals. The closest grocery is 20 min. South in Avon.