AVKS163 Twin Dunes #63-1

We loved the location, 2 minutes from Food Lion, by car, 6 minutes walk. 10 minutes to beach, right beside public access, boardwalk. Beware, final dune to beach could be a challenge, if you have mobility issues. Very high, no steps on it. Great ocean views from deck, even though Oceanside, from decks, you can see ocean down to waves coming in. Kitchen was nicely stocked, big. Convection stove. New, stack washer, dryer. Private house, back in the trees. Love Vacasa’s welcome bag. Everything you need. Paper, detergent, dishwasher detergent, soap. Sheets and towels. We picked this house up Friday night for next week stay, great value!

Anonymous -

Twin Dunes is a lovely beach house! It had everything we needed and the owners have responded to concerns from previous reviews. The washing machine and sofa seem new. The sliding doors between the two main bedrooms that share a bathroom were a little tricky, but will close properly if done “just so”. The main rooms only have sheer curtains and could use some blinds for privacy. Otherwise we had no complaints and truly enjoyed our stay! We were two couples with two teens and it was a nice size for us. We also appreciated the easy beach access and the hot tub with a view. Thanks for the attention to detail!

Anonymous -

Twin Dunes is a lovely beach house! It had everything we needed and the owners have responded to concerns from previous reviews. The washing machine and sofa seem new. The sliding doors between the two main bedrooms that share a bathroom were a little tricky, but will close properly if done “just so”. The main rooms only have sheer curtains and could use some blinds for privacy. Otherwise we had no complaints and truly enjoyed our stay! We were two couples with two teens and it was a nice size for us. We also appreciated the easy beach access and the hot tub with a view. Thanks for the attention to detail!

Peter T. -

Hi Peter. Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're happy to hear Twin Dunes met your needs and that the updates made a positive difference. It's great to know the space worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the beach access and hot tub views. We'll pass along the note about blinds in the main rooms. We appreciate your feedback. We're glad you had a great stay and hope to host you again!

Hatteras Realty staff

We really enjoyed our stay at Twin Dunes! It had everything you could possibly need with easy access to the beach, grocery store, and restaurants. The sand spurs and cactuses are something to watch out for especially with pets.

Michele D. -

House/kitchen is wonderfully stocked. We cooked in every night and the house had everything we needed! All the cookwear is non-stick so if you want to use stainless you will have to bring that. Bring dish towels to use (my mother in law had the brilliant idea of bringing Christmas ones so we always know which are ours). Beds are comfortable! The two queen rooms have east facing windows so if light is bothersome to anyone I recommend bringing black out curtains. Porches are wonderful to hear the waves and see the water. House is on a cul-de-sac so no neighbors directly on either side, feels very private! Love this house and can't wait to come back next year!

Anonymous -

House/kitchen is wonderfully stocked. We cooked in every night and the house had everything we needed! All the cookwear is non-stick so if you want to use stainless you will have to bring that. Bring dish towels to use (my mother in law had the brilliant idea of bringing Christmas ones so we always know which are ours). Beds are comfortable! The two queen rooms have east facing windows so if light is bothersome to anyone I recommend bringing black out curtains. Porches are wonderful to hear the waves and see the water. House is on a cul-de-sac so no neighbors directly on either side, feels very private! Love this house and can't wait to come back next year!

Catherine K. -

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Twin Dunes is a gem. There were plenty of kitchen items -even a crockpot! Lots of furniture throughout the house (couch could use an update and some dining chairs need repairs) but we were impressed with the cleanliness and overall how the home was furnished. The beds were comfortable. I am picky about my pillows and I found the pillows lacking but that was probably just me. There was plenty of space for our family of 7 (5 adults & 2 kiddos / 4 & 6) the view of the ocean is great from the deck and hot tub. The walk to the beach took maybe 4 minutes tops, the boardwalk path is literally across from the driveway. The dune you must navigate to get down to the beach is treacherous for anyone with mobility issues. This was my biggest complaint…not Vacasa or the homes fault.

Anonymous -

We loved the view and it was the perfect size for a family of 4. We would definitely book again!

Anonymous -

The home was perfect for our family of 4, but could have slept 3+ more easily. The views of the ocean from the top deck were great. Been staying at OBX most of my life and have been to many different home, this was the first one without a pool, we went late in the year so the the cute, clean, cozy set up with a hot tube was perfect for the chilly nights. The hot tub gave us some issues the first few nights with not staying hot enough, the temp kept dropping even with the settings set correctly. We contacted Vacasa and they said they would send someone out but unfortunately they didn’t come until the day we checked out. Thankfully though- with some fiddling with it, and leaving the cover on for 24 hours we got it up to our desired temp. The lights in the hot tub didn’t work but that wasn’t a huge concern of ours. The kitchen was well equipped, bed were comfortable, the only thing I would say I’d change in the home is the front loading washer. Very full of mold around the rubber pieces which is common for that kind of HE loader, also clothes came out musty often, not to mention, with no agitator, they barely get clothes clean. I attempted to clean it and leave door open to help with must smell. The volleyball net downstairs was a nice touch, charcoal grill with sitting area under the house, lots of board games in the living room, lots of beach chairs, boogie boards, etc. We clean and mop every day on our stays so hopefully that made it easier on the cleaning staff. This was a beautiful home, close walk to the beach, would definitely stay again.

Dustin B. -

Hi Dustin, thank you for sharing your positive feedback during your stay. We are pleased you appreciate the home's suitability for families and its appealing features. It's great that you found our home spacious accommodations, great ocean views, a cozy setup with a hot tub, a well-equipped kitchen, and convenient beach access. We take guest feedback seriously and have forwarded this information to the local staff so they can review and update the home as needed for future guests. We're thrilled to hear that you will stay with us again. Thank you for your stay, and we look forward to your future stay.

Hatteras Realty staff

Loved the decor. The kitchen was well stocked and still in great shape even though we were at the end of the busy season. Close location to the boardwalk. Lots of beach chairs available and several boogie boards. Loved the sitting area under the house, very private and a good place to get out of the rain but still be outside. We would definitely stay here again!!

Anonymous -

This house was, by far, the best equipped house we have ever stayed in after decades of going to the Outer Banks! Coffee maker, plus Keurig coffee maker plus beach chairs, outdoor hose, foot spigot, enclosed hot shower, badminton style net, basketball backboard, basketball, soccer balls, TV, Internet, washer, dryer, dishwasher, quality can opener, etc. But… back doors don’t lock easily (or at all), only thin curtains on several windows most of which face other houses. The sliding door on a shared bathroom does not close all the way without extreme effort (if at all). The dumb waiter only goes to the first floor (and started making a lot of noise on our last day, but I assume that will be repaired). The Internet also stopped working, but I presume that is an electrical issue related to the storm and I assume will be repaired. If all the beds were occupied, the place would feel very cramped. Good view of the ocean, very close crossover to the water. Overall, excellent except for the privacy concerns.

Anonymous -

From the amenities, to the location it could not be beat. We have stayed in the OBX many times and mostly with the former Hatteras Realty and now Vacasa. The home was just as described. It was perfect for our group and I think 2 couples with multiple children would find this a perfect fit. This home is dog friendly but you’d never know it is. There was no hint of animals in this property so if you are not bringing your dog, you’ll enjoy this home!

Christopher M. -

From the amenities, to the location it could not be beat. We have stayed in the OBX many times and mostly with the former Hatteras Realty and now Vacasa. The home was just as described. It was perfect for our group and I think 2 couples with multiple children would find this a perfect fit. This home is dog friendly but you’d never know it is. There was no hint of animals in this property so if you are not bringing your dog, you’ll enjoy this home!

Anonymous -

Location of this house is by far the best we have had. Incredible views. Looking at the ocean while in the hot tub is hard to beat. Great walking north or south and the beach is not packed at all. Great expo

George X. -

Location of this house is by far the best we have had. Incredible views. Looking at the ocean while in the hot tub is hard to beat. Great walking north or south and the beach is not packed at all. Great expo

Anonymous -

Twin Dunes provided us a nice vacation. The couches and beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The house was clean. The location is great with a beach access nearby. The luggage elevator was very nice to have for unpacking and packing. We have already booked another stay at this house!

LeAnn M. -

Twin Dunes provided us a nice vacation. The couches and beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The house was clean. The location is great with a beach access nearby. The luggage elevator was very nice to have for unpacking and packing. We have already booked another stay at this house!

Anonymous -

This was our first stay in this beautifully decorated home. We checked in on time and the house was very clean. Management checked in with us via text shortly after arrival and the following day to see if we had any concerns, which was much appreciated. The view was great and the location was convenient. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. The luggage lift was a big benefit. It is a short walk from the beach, but there are more stairs to climb. There were lots of amenities that we did not use, but were available. The only negatives were the cactus growing in the front yard and along the driveway and no blinds in the bedrooms. We had to make sure that our dog did not go in these areas. We were expecting sand spurs, but not cactus. Neither of these would keep us from returning. We had a great stay.

Anonymous -

This was our first time staying in Avon. Have been booking this week for awhile in various places. The house is in an outstanding location; not ocean front but fabulous views and just steps away from beach access. Was so happy to find an affordable house that is pet friendly. We rescued a sweet little hound in the Spring that is afraid of everything that by weeks end came away a different little guy. So happy he was able to meet and greet other dogs and people. Communication with VRBO/VACASA was so easy and timely. We received notice in the afternoon that we could check in early. So appreciated. Communication prior to our visit and while we were there was again timely and much appreciated. The lift outside was a delightful surprise given the number of steps accessing the house. We found the house delightfully clean and equipped with everything we needed including a starter supply of paper products, toiletries, and cleaning supplies. There is a deck outside of the first floor where bedrooms are located and someone had left cigarette butts in an ashtray. Not so pleasant but we took care of it. Only other thing we found was cracks in ice cube trays in the freezer; again, no big deal. We did not use the hot tub but having the option was great. The weather was terrific! Highly recommend!!

Teresa T. -

We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!

Hatteras Realty staff

This place is awesome. As close to beach front as possible, clean, nice beds, everything you need in the kitchen. Best spot I have stayed at in the Outer Banks.

Bruce S. -

The location was great, the house had everything I needed. Great ocean view and easy access to the beach.

Anonymous -

Great location, fully equipped.

Noel P. -

Nice decor. Close to the beach.

Anonymous -

This was our 6th trip to OBX and we usually stay in Avon. We always share a house with my brother’s family. There are 4 adults and 4 kids ages 11-16. This house was the best we’ve had so far. It was very clean and literally had everything we needed to make this a perfect stay. The walkway to the beach was basically at the end of the driveway so it was only about a 3 minute walk to the beach. There was a nice view of the ocean from the living room as well as the hot tub. It was also great that they supplied beach chairs and a nice umbrella. Also loved the area with the volleyball net which provided some extra fun for the kids. I would absolutely recommend this rental! Thanks for making this another memorable OBX vacation!

Penny S. -

This was our 6th trip to OBX and we usually stay in Avon. We always share a house with my brother’s family. There are 4 adults and 4 kids ages 11-16. This house was the best we’ve had so far. It was very clean and literally had everything we needed to make this a perfect stay. The walkway to the beach was basically at the end of the driveway so it was only about a 3 minute walk to the beach. There was a nice view of the ocean from the living room as well as the hot tub. It was also great that they supplied beach chairs and a nice umbrella. Also loved the area with the volleyball net which provided some extra fun for the kids. I would absolutely recommend this rental! Thanks for making this another memorable OBX vacation!

Anonymous -

Loved the kitchen, comfy high patio chairs, extra equipment and outdoor shower!

angela B. -

Loved the kitchen, comfy high patio chairs, extra equipment and outdoor shower!

Anonymous -

Best view we’ve had in a second row house and the beach access is so close! The location in Avon is great and you’re literally two minutes from shops and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked. There were beach chairs and even a sun shade provided. Overall we loved this house and our stay. There were a few small issues we had. The hot tub jets only worked consistently on one side of the hot tub, one of the upstairs doors doesn’t lock, there was only one fan remote (despite three different fans), there is a lack of rugs and lamps, and the beds weren’t super comfy. However, none of these issues would prevent us from returning. Twin Dunes is a great place to stay in Avon.

Anonymous -

This gave us everything we were looking for. Super close access to the beach, great views and comfy living area, big kitchen for cooking meals. Highly recommend, and a great price for what you are getting.

Megan G. -

This gave us everything we were looking for. Super close access to the beach, great views and comfy living area, big kitchen for cooking meals. Highly recommend, and a great price for what you are getting.

Anonymous -

Great location, very well stocked. Beautifully decorated!

Sara L. -

Great location, very well stocked. Beautifully decorated!

Anonymous -

Great location and property

Christie R. -

Stayed in this house comfortably with my family, another family, and father-in-law and grandmother-in-law and dog . The house was clean with updated furniture and appliances. There was a great view of the ocean as well! The house was also in walking distance to food Lion which was really convenient. Would stay again!

Thomas D. -

Great beach house. Excellent location

Anonymous -

Great beach house. Excellent location

Scott S. -

Tastefully Decorated. The kitchen is well stocked except for Tupperware containers. Nice deck with ocean view. Comfortable beds.

Anonymous -

This house was wonderful! It was very clean and had a stocked kitchen for all of our cooking. The hot tub was also great.

Anonymous -

This house was wonderful! It was very clean and had a stocked kitchen for all of our cooking. The hot tub was also great.

Jennifer G. -

We stay often in VRBOs, and this was by far the best equipped house with everything you would need in a kitchen, comfortable beds, quality deck furniture. Our family of 6 had plenty of room, could have fit up to 4 more easy. The house is located in a wonderful neighborhood with very little traffic, its on a culdesac surrounded by trees...you are not oceanfront, not first row back...you are halfway in between with a small house in front of you so you can see the ocean really well. The place seems to have been updated, nice appliances and comfortable furniture. Beach access is literally just out of the driveway. The only "but" I would add is that this isn't a true "by owner" as its 100% managed by a property mgmt company. We like dealing one on one with owners thus why we use VRBO. This property mgmt company was not responsive at all. In fact we sent emails with reasonable questions to better prepare for our visit and they literally didn't even respond. Had another question on day 2 so I left voice messages with both maintenance and customer service...once again, no response. Super frustrating. With that said, we do hope to stay here again, but really would like to deal with the owners.

Steve P. -

This large beach home was not only beautiful from day one but it had any amenity we could have asked for. Very well stocked, clean home! Always such a blessing when we can take our two dogs with us to make our vacations even more memorable.

Laura P. -

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are thrilled to hear your were able to enjoy the home, its location, and its amenities. We look forward to having you back as repeat renters.

Hatteras Realty staff

Seamless, enjoyable, lacking nothing.

Aaron S. -