Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome provides amenities like an arcade/game room and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
5 bedrooms6 bathrooms298 sq m
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.
This spacious five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath home is located in Salvo on the oceanside! This home includes an elevator with beds made and towels provided seasonally.
Sprinkled throughout are colorful aquatic creatures swimming about decorating the walls on the top floor. The roomy living room area features a coffee table that contains additional seating for all your friends and family to gather. Outside is the wide top deck perfect for soaking up some rays or taking in the early morning sea breeze. Inside, the trendy kitchen features subtle coastal touches, like the starfish drawer handles, enhancing the island appeal. The four breakfast bar seats and a large 10-person dining room table are available for large families to enjoy every feast!
One of the main bedrooms is located on the top level and features a large nautical king-size bed, a step-in shower, and access to a private outside deck. Below are two more main bedrooms with queen-sized beds and a third main bedroom with a pyramid and single-sized bedroom. As an added bonus, there is an additional lounging room with a large flatscreen TV and massive couches to unwind indoors. The final bedroom has two single-size beds for maximized sleeping accommodations.
After a long day on the beach, step inside and get in touch with your group's competitive side in the lower-level game room. There is a large foosball table, skeeball table, Ms Pac-Man Arcade machine, a game table with barstools, two TVs, and a large refrigerator to house all your game-room snacks and drinks. If the competition gets too intense, simply step outside and relax in the home's private hot tub under a cool shaded deck.
However you choose to spend your vacation, this home encourages you to play hard, take big cat naps, and roam with your pride when you relax like a Lion in the Sun!
THINGS TO KNOW Guests have access to the Club Hatteras Pool Facility, located at the Avon office address: 41156 Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915. The pool is generally open from May 24 to September 8, from 10 AM to 6 PM. Please note that the operation of community pools is subject to the discretion of the state inspector, management, and/or the HOA. As a result, the availability schedule may change without prior notice.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Birdwatching 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
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)
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
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Hatteras Colony, a neighborhood in Salvo. 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 horse riding and hiking. Visit our Salvo travel guide
Is Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome located?
This family-friendly Salvo vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Salvo Beach and beach. Rodanthe Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Spacious oceanside home w/elevator, private hot tub, grill-Dogs welcome Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Good location. Nice to have separate bathrooms. The reviews are correct.
Greg L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Victoria F.
9 July 2024
Good Experience Overall
Plenty of rooms and beds. Nice/large kitchen. Nice hot tub. Some things could be updated, but still a nice experience overall. The 1st and 2nd floors take a while to cool down on hot days.
Victoria F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Stephanie S.
19 April 2024
Lion in the sun 718
Having bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone! Balconies everywhere! Elevator! Comfortable beds and furniture. Easy access to main road.
When we first got to the house, nothing was cleaned, which was very frustrating after driving all day and waiting until the confirmed check in time of 5 PM. The cleaning staff did show up about an hour later, and I thought it was weird that they had their kids in the van in the high heat temps while they did the cleaning. It was also upsetting that the house was advertised to have a skeeball and foosball table, but the skeeball table was broken my son was very upset after a 12 hour drive to see that, and the foosball table was missing balls. Also noted some of the chairs that were out on the decks were broken so thankfully, we had thought ahead and brought our own chairs to sit in and the screen doors for the balconies did not stay on track so we couldn’t keep doors open if we wanted to. Everything else in the house was great, there was plenty of room. Everyone had their own bathrooms. I will give Eric from Vacasa a shout out. He was very helpful and a great asset to your team. We did leave the house cleaner then when we showed up.
Very nice stay me and my family had a great time. First beach house I’ve ever booked and the experience was nice. Check in and check out went smooth, friendly neighborhood but not very much things to do around there. Most of the restaurants were closed and not many shops but other than that the house was great.
Great location that could fit my family of 10 2 dogs near the ocean! The elevator is a welcome addition for my elderly father. The kids loved the game room and the adults loved the hot tub. There was no need to fight bathrooms, since each room had its own plus the half bath. Would stay again!
MJ D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jared B.
7 June 2025
Nice home but showing some age.
We enjoyed the size of the home and convenience of the elevator. The kitchen is well stocked and the kids loved the game room. The ice maker does not work but with 2 refrigerators keeping bags of ice was no problem. We had a wonderful week.
Jared B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy P.
27 September 2022
Great home for famalies
We loved our stay here. The only issue was getting my mom up the steps outside to the first floor but the elevator was great once we got her there. Kitchen was stocked well.
The house was absolutely great, communication about kitchen utensils wrong house has everything you need for utensils was told they had none, other than that i would highly recommend this property.
Gary B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Rachel P.
8 September 2024
Lion in the sun
This house would have been great if it had been cleaned properly and if the hot tub would have worked
Rachel P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Anna E.
13 March 2022
Overall a good stay
The hot tub was amazing! Super close to the beach, we literally walked which was awesome. Not enough towels even though it says they’re provided with the house, select kitchen items (bowls, mugs, knifes etc.). Lots of games to play. Some of the boards to the decks were loose and unsafe, one of the sinks was leaking. Minor things, overall a fun stay! Would definitely come back!
Anna E.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kelly D.
23 July 2022
Great layout and location
Truly enjoyed our stay at Lion in the Sand. Having a bathroom and deck with every bedroom is a game changer. Enjoyed the hot tub, short walk to the beach, and quick drive to the public sound access. We really enjoyed the empty lot behind us, giving more privacy. The shared living spaces are open and allow for separation or togetherness.
There are several things that need to be improved/repaired but they wouldn't keep us from staying here again. There are beautiful decks, but only five outdoor chairs and there are no cups, only coffee mugs. I'll put others in the private feedback, because it truly is a wonderful home.
Kelly D.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Chris H.
20 July 2025
Lion in the sun
I recently stayed at this house in Salvo. The looked looked great when we first got there, but there were some quirks to it. The first thing that we noticed is, some of house did not looked clean. The carpets looked liked the were not vacuumed. No biggie until we tried to vacuum the rugs. The vacuum did not work, so that's why floors were not done. The next thing we notice was the ice maker in the kitchen. When I opened it it was filthy inside, It also did not work. The kitchen has a big hole in the one wall that was there when we arrived. The burner on the stovetop had a big crack. It did still work. We went to use the hot tub, but it had a leak. It was fixed by the end of the week, the day before we left. Do not take the mattress covers off. I will just leave that one alone. Even with all the quirks, we made the best of it. When I did get a hold of vacasa, they resonded as quick as the could. The house itself was nice and in a great location. I just believe with so many rental properties they some times get neglected which happens with big companies. This is not a complaint review. We did have a great time.
Chris H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bill S.
4 May 2022
Not happy with Vacasa
The house is great but was NOT cleaned to what we have had with Outer Beaches.
Sink in one of the master bedrooms on 2nd floor was leaking and had a bucket catching the water (not sanitary). Asked for it to be fixed when arrived and it was never fixed all week. The kitchen / living area floor had not been cleaned. The kitchen needs some new pots, pans, regular drinking glasses and storage bowls.
Again the house is good! We were very disappointed in the lack of cleaning, things not being fixed and need more supplies in kitchen. Have stayed with Outer Beaches for years and never had this kind of experience.
PLEASE THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU RENT THIS HOME OR DEAL WITH VACASA REALTY
Overall, the home was dirty and in need of general cleaning;
the rugs look like they have not been cleaned in months and were full of sand; the windows were visible dirty and had not been cleaned in some time; we had to go purchase two shower liners because two of them had mold on them;
there was a huge pile of dirt in the middle of the floor when we arrived that we had to clean; the dishwasher had not been emptied and we had to do it; bottom drawer of dishwasher was broken; Refrigerator was dirty and one of the vegetable drawers was broken; three beds had not been made and we had to do it; there are holes in two of the walls of the bedrooms; the washing machine did not work and the repair man told us he had been here three times for the same problem but no one would authorize him to order the necessary part; there are water stains on many of the walls;
there were cockroaches in one of the bathrooms; one of the downstairs bathroom floors looks like it has mold on it;
the refrigerator freezer opens every time you open the refrigerator; many of the kitchen cabinet doors don't close properly; door of oven was dirty, with visible stains running down it; the handrails in the house were dirty and sticky;
one of the basement walls has stains all over it; all of the outside decks need sanding, as many people got splinters while walking on it; the house only had two wooden Adirondack chairs on one of the decks, both of which were broken and had screws sticking out of them (they were so bad that when management came to view them, he threw them over the deck onto the ground below as they were way beyond salvaging - and never replaced them leaving us with 3 plastic chairs for 8 people to sit outside); many of the overhead fans look like they haven't been dusted in years; two of the toilet paper holders fell off the wall while in use; one of the toilets stopped flushing half way through our stay. Management was extremely unresponsive, and once I was able to convince management to come to the house to look at all the issues, the representative admitted no one from Vacasa had been in the home EVER to inspect it and that they simply relied upon their guests to identify issues. MY ADVICE TO ANYONE THINKING OF RENTING THIS HOME IS TO FIND ANOTHER ALTERNATIVE - DO NOT RENT THIS HOME OR DEAL WITH VACASA MANAGEMENT.