Experience the gentle pace of life at THE LAZY WHALE, a 4-bedroom oceanfront haven with 180-degree views from multiple decks. Lounge by the private pool and hot tub, enjoy an alfresco meal on the picnic table or charcoal grill outdoors. Inside, unwind in a great room with cathedral ceilings and Smart TV or challenge your family to foosball in the upstairs game room.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
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About this property
Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room
OCEANFRONT Salvo — Ocean St. — With a sandy beach and 180-degree views to greet you from multiple decks, it’s easy to lean into a languid lifestyle at THE LAZY WHALE. This four-bedroom/two- and one-half-bath home has everything you need to settle in, slow down, and connect to that elusive gentler pace.
There’s no need to part from your four-legged family members ... two dogs are welcome to join you on your family retreat. They’ll love sunning themselves alongside you on the oceanfront pool patio that showcases a new private swimming pool, picnic table, charcoal grill, outdoor shower, and a 6-person hot tub ready to deliver a soothing respite. Nothing but a natural sand dune separates you from the ocean when you’re ready to build sandcastles and play in the waves.
All of the home’s bedrooms are located on the first level and include a master king with an ensuite bathroom and oceanfront deck access, two queens, and a room with two bunk beds. All of the bedrooms feature new mattresses and TVs. There is also a full hallway bath and a laundry room on this level. The level above it reveals a warm and welcoming great room, with a half-bath, cathedral ceilings, and a wall of window sliders offering multiple access points to the oceanfront deck. Settle into the comfy sectional to catch a show on the Smart TV or perhaps let the more natural one outside grab your attention instead. Enjoy the gleaming white kitchen thoughtfully stocked with everything you need to prep meals that can be served at the five-stool breakfast counter or eight-seat dining table. Another four-seat table is available for meals but is also perfect for starting a puzzle or accommodating a card game. Looking for a little more active competition? The upstairs ship’s watch offers a game room with a foosball table and electric dart board. This space also features a queen futon sofa bed and a slider to a deck with gorgeous views of sunsets over the sound. If THE LAZY WHALE is singing your song, heed the call and book it today.
New for 2024: New mattresses in all bedrooms.
(1 master) 1 king, 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 single bunks, 1 futon (game room) Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths provided May 23 - September 4, 2026. Additional linens and towels available for rent.
Non-smoking/vaping 4 Smart TVs 2 TVs DVD players 6-Person hot tub Private swimming pool (Open March 28 - October 30, 2026; heat available) Game room with foosball table Outdoor shower Grill – charcoal Workstation Electronic keyless door lock WiFi Welcome bag Pillows and blankets Dog friendly
Dogs are welcome for a fee of $200/dog/week. If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the $200 weekly fee will apply for each dog and will be added once your reservation is finalized.
*Please note that this property has a pool that can be heated for $600. Pool heaters, when pool heat is purchased, are set to 80 degrees, but pool temperature cannot be guaranteed.
This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.
More payment options are available after booking.
Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-refundable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy, or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your email. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Foosball table
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling 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
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Salvo, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Traveling with kids? Consider Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. Visit our Salvo travel guide
Does Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room?
Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room located?
Nestled on the beach, this Salvo vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of beach, Salvo Beach, and Rodanthe Beach. Outer Banks Beaches and Pamlico Sound are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Oceanfront Dog Friendly Home in Salvo with Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Game Room Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
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Great house and location. We enjoyed the views and the pool was perfect. Loved the walk to the beach. The area was great and perfect for just relaxing. The people in the area were very friendly too. If you want to go to the Outer Banks and don’t want all the busyness, this area is perfect.
Ryan R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
L S.
15 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location, dirty and outdated, bug-infested home with lacking basic rental home amenities
Salvo itself is stunning, but the Lazy Whale’s poor upkeep, broken amenities, and lackluster service turned our long-anticipated getaway into a series of frustrations and extra expenses. We cannot recommend this rental for families seeking a worry-free, clean, or relaxing beach vacation.Pulling up, the cottage’s coastal feel and dune backdrop looked exactly like the photos. But inside, reality quickly unraveled. So unkept. Surfaces were sticky, floors were dirty, and cupboards grimy. I spent our first two hours driving to Dollar General for cleaning supplies and scrubbing rather than relaxing. Just what you want to do on vacation, right?We’d prepaid 600 to heat the pool, to find it bone-chilling cold. The manager assured us it was warming up, but even days later, it remained frigid. Meanwhile, the kitchen’s filthiness and missing basics and others poorly kept, forced us to rely on paper plates and costly takeout, blowing our meal budget.The game room contributed to fizzling our fun; a dartboard without darts & a foosball table without balls. After requesting, some foosballs dropped, but no darts. Then it got nasty. Just 36 hours in, we discovered a bug infestation; pest control confirmed months of cleaning neglect in the kitchen cupboards. We spent vacation time cleaning up bugs each day. On day five, we learned from the pool provider that the pool heater had never been activated and the jet filters failed from irregular maintenance. No refunds or remedies. Don't book.