For an all-inclusive and casual resort environment that’s complimented with exceptional beach access, Kill Devil Hills’ vacationers can head to the Sea Ranch Resort. Located on the edge of the oceanfront along the laid-back Beach Road, this central motel features plenty of amenities and ways to have fun, and is just minutes away from a variety of enticing activities, shops, restaurants, and world-famous attractions like the Wright Brothers Memorial.
The motel has plenty of reasons for visitors to park their cars, stay a while, and simply relax, starting with the prime setting that is steps away from the sand. Visitors can rent beach cabanas to enjoy full days on the shore, or can spend some time off the oceanfront at the indoor pool and exercise room that features complimentary and seasonal yoga classes. There’s also an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, (as well as a lounge for evening drinks), and the comfortable rooms boast pull-out sofas, microwaves, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi. Private balconies may also be available to enjoy those ocean views, and two bedroom suites can be reserved as well for ample space with separate dining and living areas. All in all, the Sea Ranch Resort provides a fully accommodating stay for beach lovers, inside and out.
October 9, 2025
This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set against the stunning backdrop of the Currituck Sound. It’s a fusion of past, present, and future, where the timeless traditions of jazz intersect with the vibrancy of new, innovative sounds. Just as the sound of jazz flows and adapts, so too does the landscape of Duck where the rhythm of the music harmonizes with the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding environment.
Ask any crowd of visiting kiteboarders about Kite Point, and they'll readily give you exact directions to this unmarked but internationally renowned soundside beach. Located in between Avon and Buxton villages abutting the Pamlico Sound, Kite Point literally went from deserted strip of sandy soundfront to world-class kiteboarding Mecca within the span of a decade.
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Beacon Rd. . You’ll be ALWAYS DREAMING of this roomy six bedroom home just steps from the beach and offering impressive ocean vistas from the top two levels. Appreciate watching the waves break against a striking sunrise just past the famed “Nights in Rodanthe” home from the top deck. In the evening, sip your favorite drink while taking in the sunset over the sound. With a fast walk from the ocean to your private outdoor shower, your day at the beach has never been easier. The kids will also appreciate splashing in the pool, equipped with solar heating, and you will appreciate soaking your cares away in the bubbly hot tub. Constructed to entertain, the first level of this home features a TV, pool table, casino table, and wet bar with a full refrigerator and microwave for late nighttime snacks. A queen bedroom with a sliding door to the shaded deck shares a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with the double-over-double bunk bedroom. The second level has three king master bedrooms each with a TV and attached bath. Two of these rooms open onto a shaded ocean view deck. Savor your morning cup of coffee as you watch the waves break and take in the invigorating breeze. The washer and dryer are conveniently located on this level. On the third level, the open living area features elegant ocean vistas throughout. With an 8-person dining table and additional breakfast bar seating, there is plenty of room for the whole family to savor a Carolina-style seafood feast. Unwind with a good book in the peaceful loft then retire to your queen master bedroom to reflect on the precious memories from the day. A half bathroom completes this level. Ocean vistas and summer sun will occupy your dreams until you book ALWAYS DREAMING. New for 2024: New carpet in the great room and new ceramic tile floor between the great room and dining area. New furnishings in the loft including accent chairs and a puzzle table. New double-over-double bunk bed and new bedroom décor in three bedrooms. New 75" TV and tiled feature wall in the great room. Freshly painted dining table and chairs. New gas grille. New light fixture over the dining table and new blinds throughout. New for 2023: New pool liner.The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.