Have a whale of a good time on your next vacation at The Knotty Whale — an oceanfront home with 180 degrees of water views! This bright, modern, beachy home offers stylish comfort for the whole family, pets included! Four bedrooms plus a bonus area with extra sleeping and working space for larger groups. The Knotty Whale also provides three and a half bathrooms, wraparound decks, a hot tub, and a private heated pool — all steps from the beach. Modern luxuries include Bidets and EV charging.

The same Knotty Whale is moving under our personalized management starting December 2026. We are bringing a consistent 5 star history to our loved Knotty Whale. More pillows, personalize touches and service, same great location and modern bright open living areas that guests have consistently raved about for over 8 years. As always, the sound of the Atlantic Ocean's waves breaking against the shoreline soothes in the background.

On the first floor, you'll find plenty of room to find your own private escape in one ocean view queen primary bedroom, a second ocean view queen bedroom, and a twin bunk bed with a trundle room. The queen and bunk bedrooms share a spacious full hallway bathroom. The kids will also love the open bonus area with an additional set of twin bunk beds. All four of these rooms open out to the first-floor deck, and all three bedrooms have TVs. The hot tub on the beach-facing deck just outside the second queen bedroom for year round enjoyment There is also a full sized stacked washer/dryer in the hallway laundry closet a

As much as you'll love the first floor, the main floor will have you hooked in no time. Wall-to-wall views of the sparkling blue waves are reflected in the fun and chic nautical style of the open living room, kitchen, and dining area. Here you can spread out but still spend plenty of time together with comfy couches around the living room fireplace, a dining table for six, and a neat island bar with seats for four. Make your way outside to the top deck for the perfect spots for dolphin watching or a cup of coffee as the sun rises over the ocean.

The main floor is also where you'll find a primary en suite with a TV and a private deck. This spot is ideal for soaking up those Hatteras Island sunsets over the sound. Back on the sandy ground level, enjoy The Knotty Whale's refreshing private pool or an easy walk to the beach. An elevated outdoor shower makes rinsing off easy after a day in the sand and sea. And complimentary EV level 2 charging so you will never need to search for a charger. This home is sure to be your family's new favorite vacation spot, so make a splash and book The Knotty Whale today!

All bathrooms feature updated rainfall/handheld combo shower heads and TOTO or BioBidet bidet seats, bringing a spa-like retreat to every guest.

Pool schedule:
The private pool will open seasonally from 04/01/2026 and close 10/10/2026. Dates are subject to change.