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Grateful Waves: Semi-Oceanfront Investment Opportunity in Waves, NC

Turnkey Coastal Retreat with Ocean Views at 25270 Sea Isle Hills Drive, Waves

25270 Sea Isle Hills Dr, Waves
25270 Sea Isle Hills Dr, Waves

Looking for an Outer Banks investment property with incredible views, easy beach access, and proven rental performance? Grateful Waves may be the one. This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath semi-oceanfront home in Waves, NC offers the ideal combination of lifestyle, location, and income potential — right in the heart of the Tri-Villages on Hatteras Island.

With over 2,300 sq ft of well-designed living space, a brand-new Fortified™ roof, and the huge benefit of being located in an X flood zone (no flood insurance required), this home checks boxes that matter to investors and second-home buyers alike.

Semi-Oceanfront Location with Big Views

Grateful Waves delivers exactly what OBX vacationers are looking for:

  • Panoramic ocean views
  • Quick and easy community boardwalk beach access
  • Top-floor open-concept great room with vaulted ceilings
  • Sun deck with hot tub and a breezy screened porch

Properties with views and easy access consistently outperform on the rental market — and this one delivers both.

Strong Rental Performance & Turnkey Condition

This home is truly rental-ready. Recent updates include:

  • New Fortified™ roof
  • New dishwasher and refrigerator
  • New pool pump
  • All-new mattresses and new bed frames
  • Durable Polywood outdoor furniture
  • Thoughtful décor and updates throughout

With over $43,000 already booked for 2025, Grateful Waves offers immediate income for investors seeking a revenue-producing vacation rental on Hatteras Island.

Floor Plan Guests Love

Vacation guests prioritize space and privacy — and this one delivers:

  • Two king en suite bedrooms on the mid-level
  • Additional guest bedroom + hall bath
  • Ground-level bunk room and half bath
  • Game room with wet bar and direct access to the private pool

Multiple living areas and flexible sleeping arrangements increase booking potential and guest satisfaction — a major factor for repeat renters and positive reviews.

Location: Waves, NC – A Magnet for Water Sports & Relaxation

Waves is one of the most sought-after destinations on Hatteras Island. From kiteboarders and windsurfers to families looking for uncrowded beaches, the demand is strong and growing.

Nearby highlights include:

  • Salvo Day Use Area – shallow sound waters, picnics, perfect for kiteboarding and windsurfing
  • Rodanthe Pier – sightseeing and fishing
  • Popular local favorites — Good Winds and Waterman’s — with fresh seafood, live music, and sunset views

This is the heart of the Tri-Villages, and it’s exactly where many renters want to be.

Grateful Waves is ideal as:

  • a short-term rental investment property
  • a second home with rental income to offset expenses
  • a full-time coastal retreat

Opportunities like this don’t come along often in Waves. If you’ve been waiting for the right combination of location, income potential, and value, this is the one to see.

25270 Sea Isle Hills Dr, Waves

Trisha Midgett

Hi, I’m Trisha Midgett, broker-in-charge at Midgett Realty and the lead agent of Trisha Midgett & Team, a top-producing real estate team on the Outer Banks. I’ve been helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Outer Banks real estate market for over 30 years, with a strong focus on Hatteras Island and the surrounding OBX communities. From oceanfront vacation homes to second homes and investment properties, my team and I work across the entire Outer Banks, including Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Corolla, and Ocracoke. In 2024, our team closed 212 transactions, followed by 181 transactions in 2025, reflecting a consistent track record of results in a unique coastal market. I specialize in second homes, vacation properties, short-term rental and investment real estate, and seller strategy, helping clients understand pricing, rental potential, and long-term value. With decades of experience on the Outer Banks, I bring deep local knowledge of neighborhoods, rental dynamics, and market trends to every transaction. Clients often tell me they appreciate my honest advice, fast communication, strong negotiation skills, and laid-back, easy-to-work-with approach. I’m honored to have earned over 450 five-star reviews on Zillow, 220+ Google reviews, 171 five-star Homes.com reviews, 122 five-star FastExpert reviews, and a 5-star rating on Realtor.com, with verified transaction history publicly displayed. I’ve also been recognized as one of America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents™ for North Carolina, received HomeLight Top Producer and Top Negotiator Awards, and earned Outer Banks Coastal Life Readers’ Choice Best Real Estate Team honors. Whether you’re buying your first beach cottage, selling a vacation rental, or investing in a second home on Hatteras Island or anywhere on the Outer Banks, my team and I are here to guide you every step of the way and make the process as smooth and successful as possible.
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