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Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality

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Sun loungers
Pool
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality

MY SUPER SAVINGS MONTH is coming up -- check out the discounts offered for any week available in MAY -- It's time to book your Spring and early summer vacation. A well-reviewed FIVE-STAR property awaits you when you reserve your week(s) at Life is Golden". Here is your chance to enjoy one of the most family and pet -and pet-friendly homes in the Southern part of the Outerbanks. The early spring offers some of the best weather, fewer crowds, and our very affordable rates.

The Pool is OPEN for your arrival, and the staff is ready to welcome you to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Please INQUIRE NOW. Demand remains strong as the Summer is fully BOOKED. We offer the beauty and charm of the Banks at an affordable price. Our staff goes the extra mile to ensure you and your family will have a great time in our home. Stay at a comfortable location with recent * 5-star reviews*. The southern part of the outer banks offers a family atmosphere without the traffic and the crowds. I invite you to read what others have said about our well-maintained home, location, and hospitality.

Perfect location, a 5-minute walk to enjoy the wide beach. 2 minutes in the other direction you will find the "sound" where you can visit the Sail Shop, perfect for water sports enthusiasts. Sunsets over the sound are a sight to see while you are here.

Additions for this year include a remodeled living room. ALL of the bedrooms have NEW carpeting. Sirius XM radio system, new flat-screen TVs added, 21 bottle Wine cooler, and much more! Enjoy the ocean and sound on this narrow stretch of the island in the village of Waves. Our home is located on a quiet beautiful oceanside street just a short walk to either the ocean or the sound. Enjoy a magnificent sunrise over the beach and a great sunset over the 'sound'. All in one day without getting in your car! With a private pool and hot tub located in a screened enclosure, this home will please every member of your family. Keep the kids entertained on those rare rainy days with a large recreation room featuring a full-size billiard table.

Location, Location, Location! Shops, Restaurants, Dairy Queen & Sail shop within walking distance. A short drive to two famous lighthouses, Bodie Island (North) and Cape Hatteras (South),. Or perhaps drive south to Hatteras Village & take a short ferry ride to historic Ocracoke Island. Enjoy fishing in the Ocean Surf, the Pamlico Sound, or the Rodanthe fishing pier which is just 2 miles away. Drive either North or South and enjoy some of the best charter fishing on the east coast!

Plenty of space here :
The top Floor includes 1 King Br. w/Private bath, and 1 Queen BR with/Private Bath. Kitchen, Living room, & dining area w/powder room.

A Sliding door to an oversized deck with a Gas Grill (1 of 2) reveals views of both the ocean and the sound.

Lower level includes 1 King Br, w/ Private bath, Bunk Beds & pyramid bed. Full Bath, Game room w/Billiard table. Enclosed Washer/dryer unit.

Standard amenities include Central Air/Heat. Cable TV, WIFI Internet, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Microwave, Telephone. Bed Linens are provided by the Owner. Towels can be ordered from our Complimentary Concierge service which will also address your other needs when you arrive!

For your added enjoyment :
Sundecks w/furniture, Private pool with propane grill , 6 Person hot tub
7 TV's-DVD, Stereos/CDs, Game room w/Pool table, FAST Internet Service, Sirius radio, Gas fireplace, Books & games, Screened porch, Outside shower, and fish cleaning table,

Yes, we are PET-FRIENDLY.

Property manager

Steve G.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: OUTSIDE of Home ONLY

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Reasonable $50 Pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Note from host: max. occupancy of 12 people per fire code .
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Pvt.pool Hot Tub Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality
Pvt.pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality Rodanthe

About the neighborhood

Map
Rodanthe, NC

What's nearby

  • Rodanthe Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Salvo Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 19 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dough Shack - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Village Conery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beads & Beans Obx - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality located?

Situated in Rodanthe, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Rodanthe Pier, beach, and Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum. Salvo Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Pvt.Pool, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly = Southern Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vincent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Great location perfect place for family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Life at Life is Golden
The house was perfect for 6 adults and 3 kiddo’s. Full kitchen was a must. The proximity to the ocean and sound were great. Kids enjoyed the pool and hot tub! Yes we would rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The proper ty was great close to everything the fishing was good . Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The property was amazing and was setup perfectly. We enjoyed the pool and the hot tub!! We can’t wait till next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and a great time!
This is your typical ideal beach house with everything you need. The caretaker, Misty, lives next door and is wonderful! Plenty of outside deck space to relax. The pool and hot tub were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shauna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was nice
Short walk to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R., Ellicott City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun getaway
Great location near enough of life’s conveniences, but quiet at the same time. House has a very well appointed kitchen and comfortable beds. Great views of the ocean and sound from the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Third time at this house and always satisfied!
This is the third time we have rented this house. Location is perfect! The home had everything we needed and more. I look forward to more trips here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Life IS GOLDEN!
Our family had an amazing stay at this property! Cleanliness, location, pool, hot tub, pool table, all the amenities, close to beach access and pier. Walking distance from DQ, Mirros cafe, and paddle-boarding. Pet friendly! Our Golden fur-nephew and our two chihuahuas also had the BEST time! Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas, Jr. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family get away
We took our family, 13 in all, and we all had a great time. With 7 grandchildren, 15-2yrs of age, the room set up was easy to sleep all. Had easy access to beach, great decks to relax, quite neighborhood. Would go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we expected and more
Everything was just a described, wonderful location, nice spacious house with plenty of room for our family. Short walk to the beach. Great communication would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Life is Golden
Another great stay at Life is Golden. Although the weather didn’t cooperate we still enjoyed our vacation in the OBX . The house was just as shown in the listing , Grill and deck furniture have been upgraded since our last stay. No complaints and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waves Family Vacation
The house had plenty of space for our party of 7 adults, a teen and two infants. The pool, hot tub and billiard room were great for when we were not out and about. Kitchen and grill were great for meal prep. The central location of Waves makes it more convenient to visit north and south OBX attractions. Sunday check-in/out avoids the Saturday rush. Had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D., PITTSBURGH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip
The house was very clean when we arrived. Plenty of space for all 10 adults and 1 dog. We enjoyed our stay very much and had a long overdue family beach trip. The pool was nice to cool off in after a long beach day, two outdoor showers to rinse the sand off. Neighborhood was nice and quiet with that small town feeling. Beach was not overcrowded like some of the commercialized beachs. It was so peaceful. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
House is beautiful! Communication with owner was excellent. Our only issue was the weather- but because the house was great it still made our stay enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
The area was perfect for our beach trip with extended family. There were plenty of beach fun accessories available to use which we also left a few additional things behind for the next guests since they will not be used. I really loved the pool area very relaxing. I had no issues at all and it was a nice stress free time with my family. Alex shrimp shack was phenomenal yum. Check it out Also so much to do and see there and the beaches are stunning. Thanks for making the house Available we loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tracey m.

Great house
We had a blast. My parents drove from Florida. It was so nice to have everyone together. Plenty of space. Kids loved DQ being right across the street. We rented bikes the area was perfect for the little one to ride on. I would absolutely rent this house again. Thanks Steve!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Home has lots to offer
Home was nice and large enough with plenty of room for our party of 12. Kids loved the pool while others enjoyed the hot tub. Views were great from the top deck and beach was only a 5 minute walk. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and appliances. Overall everyone enjoyed and had a great time. I would rent Life Is Golden again on any future trips we may take.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B., Rockville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than expected
We were more than happy with our stay here and would be so happy to book it again. The pictures do not do the house justice, and it was so well stocked with everything we needed from the kitchen to the linen to the pool and beach supplies. The proximity to the beach was great, and of course Waves Market—a must for us multiple times each visit. The hot tub and pool were perfect and very well kept. Steve was very responsive to all of our questions almost immediately. All in all a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

June Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Life is Golden
The naming of your home is very appropriate. We went to Hatteras for a destination wedding. The weather held up for us and everyone had a very quiet and relaxing vacation. The beach was just a short walk as was the DQ. We rented a Dune Buggy while we were there. The weather was also perfect for flying kites. Thank you again for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory C., Hickory, NC

Wonderful place to stay!
The house impressed us beyond our expectations!! It was nice to have the linens included. The pool was a definite plus!!! The location is great. The walk to the beach was not too far (especially with 2 little girls). The outside decks were nice to watch the sunrise and sunset. There is PLENTY of room in this house and almost every room has it's own bathroom. Easy walk to the Dairy Queen and a couple of restaurants. We had a wonderful time. Thank you for allowing us to stay here!! We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home away from home
This was a great home to stay in. I have spent many summers in the OBX area and have always stayed in the Nags Head and KDH areas. This was our first time further south in the Hatteras area, and I can say we fell in love with the area. Steve was available at anytime as well as it was nice to have the care taker next door as well. The home is beautifully laid out the teens were able to their own floor while the adults had theirs. The pool table was great for night time activities and when the weather didn't allow for us yo go outside. The home is located perfectly between the sound and the ocean. I would recommend this location to anyone. Will for sure book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Salvo/Waves Vacation
Life is Golden was a very nice stay for our family and two Grandchildren (9 adults, 2 kids and 2 golden retrievers). Plenty of room, well-appointed kitchen, cozy living room and dining area for the family to get together, eat, play games. Nice decks on two levels and we liked the screened in hot tub. Five minute walk to a nice beach, and a short drive to the ORV access beaches between Salvo and Avon. Steve was easy to communicate with for questions prior to our trip and provided good suggestions where to go and what to do. The decor and theme of the property we enjoyed; you can tell this is a home and not just a rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S., Cedar Island NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
My family and I spent a week at Life is Golden. We had a great time. The kitchen had just about everything you could think of for cooking. We had plenty of room in the house. The pool and hot tub were great. Both were super clean and well maintained. The area is quiet and the sunsets from the upper deck were fantastic! My family had a great time every evening gazing at the stars. We rented a beach cart that was a big help. If you decide to rent one make sure you rent the ones with 16 inch wheels. Thanks to Steve for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Nathan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Messy and railing missing on deck
Upon entry our friends child found a condom and underwear. The house looked like it had no house keeping done besides sweeping everything under the beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022