Why Choose The Balcony?
The Balcony OBX is a no brainer! We had an amazing week this past July 2024! The house looks beautiful in photos but somehow it is even better in person! It has been redone incredibly! Everything is in pristine condition and the decor is so beachy and cozy. All the finishes are top notch, they didn’t miss out on anything. The pool is great, perfect for a family. The hot tub with a tv beside it was so nice and relaxing. Lounge chairs and floats available poolside. The nicest outdoor shower for after the beach. The bikes were in superb condition as were the Tommy Bahama chairs and other beach toys for their guests. We grilled a few nights, too. The balconies had comfortable furniture to lounge on any time of day. Our favorite was to catch the sunset after the kids went to bed; gorgeous views! The bedrooms had very comfortable beds, even soft sheets and blankets. Very good quality. The bathrooms were beautiful with high end finishes as was the kitchen, which was totally stocked with plenty of silverware, plateware and even containers! Every room had closet space and a fan if needed, easy to work fixtures and TVs. The house is just steps to the beach and in a very friendly, quiet and private community. Great location, across from Harris Teeter and just a quick drive to Timbuck II for shops, fun and food! Our family made amazing memories here and definitely plan to come back. It was by far the best vacation house we’ve ever been in. The owner was so incredibly nice and helpful before during and after our stay; always quick to respond with tips and insights to make our week the best it could be. The Balcony OBX is the best!
- Erin Kristin (July 2024)
It's so hard to gather a family together to enjoy a beach trip plus find that special home where you can make memories. We were fortunate to find the Balcony OBX to accommodate us. This home is absolutely beautiful and has everything that you need or want. The home is very well maintained and so close to the beach. The pool and hot tub was a bonus and the kitchen is so well stocked we never had the desire to go wait at a restaurant for a table. We just enjoyed every minute in this wonderful home and hope to return for another stay one day when all the busy schedules will allow us!
- Vicki Rudge (June 2023)
What a Beach House! My family has been staying at OBX in the summer since I was a kid and this house MADE the trip! The proximity to the beach can't be ignored. The "door to sand" walk takes under 2 minutes which makes bathroom breaks and snack trips really easy. The owners provide upgraded everything from the best beach chairs (Tommy Bahama- IYKYK) to really nice pots and pans to cook with. Beds and couches are really comfortable - the sheets were softer than the ones in our home! The deck was our favorite hang out spot- the deck boards don't get hot under your feet (I still don't understand how!) and they are upgraded to Trex (or something like it) so no splinters! We had a GREAT time and would definitely stay again!
- Dannielle Kinney (June 2023)
Beautiful, updated home. Comfortable furniture and beds. The owners have thoughtfully considered everything you would need for a family vacation. We had bad weather during our week but thanks to the heated pool, hot tub and games we made lots of family memories. Communication was top notch. You will not be disappointed!
- Melany Wayne (May 2023)
The Balcony OBX checked all the boxes for our family beach Vaca! This place is immaculate from top to bottom, every design selection well thought out to satisfy a renters needs! The kitchen layout, quality appliances, organization and supplies were a huge plus for our family that stays in a cooks every meal. The top balcony views of the ocean are a must and never disappointed, best place to start your day with coffee! The close location to the beach was perfect for vacationing with the grandparents this trip and made it easy for those quick trips back to the house for refills.
- Carly Gage (September 2022)
We spent a week at The Balcony! What a beautiful property! They have everything that is needed to enjoy your vacation without thinking about a thing! They are amazingly, centrally located to shops, grocery and activities! You cannot go wrong booking this home and the family is lovely and is so attentive! There is a lot of benefit to renting from a family instead of a management company!
- Lindsay Granson (August 2022)
Best rental home we have ever stayed at! Clean house, well equipped, great location to the beach and excellent host! Will definitely return if we are able to in the future!
- Celia Fremberg (August 2022)
We loved staying at The Balcony OBX. The house has everything we needed. It was so nice to have all the comforts of our home kitchens and we loved the beach chairs, umbrellas and sand toys that were there for our use. The layout of the house is perfect for two families—it gave us both enough privacy but we were able to be together and hang out too. The multiple outdoor areas were great too. We were even able to watch Fourth of July fireworks from the top deck!
- Amie Otto (July 2022)
My family had an amazing 3 night stay at The Balcony OBX over Memorial Day weekend and we've already added our names to the 2023 waitlist! This was the perfect spot for our two family mini-vacay (4 adult, 3 kids under 7) and it would still be comfortable for a few more kids or possibly a third family/couple. The Jones' clearly put a lot of time, thought, love, and money into making this space feel like a home away from home for their guests! The kitchen is stocked with high quality items, beds and linens are top notch as well, and everything just feels like it fits together. This place has definitely NOT been stocked with "left over" furniture and accessories like you might experience at some rentals. The pool, hot tub (with TV), and AstroTurf sunning area were amazing! The walk to the beach is super easy! I only wish that we could have made more use of the outdoor space on the two decks. All the thumbs up!!!
*Spacious rooms *Thoughtful amenities
- Mary Rich (May 2022)
Just got home from the best week at The Balcony OBX! I don’t even know how to describe the views from the top deck and on the lower deck we were visited by a buck and several rabbits. This house is BEAUTIFUL and let’s talk about not having to travel with your own beach chairs and umbrellas…..so convenient! From the small things like having linens, laundry detergent and trash bags to walking into a hand written note welcoming us to their home we felt right at home. Outdoor areas were beautiful and a short walk to the beach was nice but this home was made with love and you can feel it when you walk in! We will be back and I have already recommended this home to several people I know. they are so nice and easy to work with. It was a perfect, stress free experience!
- Jennifer Clark (September 2021)
We just got home from a week at The Balcony OBX. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this beach home. The short walk to the beach as well as the private pool and hot tub were huge hits with my whole family. There were beach chairs, boogie boards, skim boards, beach umbrellas, and even beach cruiser bikes provided for our use. The house is beautifully remodeled with an amazing kitchen and beautiful, clean bathrooms. The bedrooms are spacious and delightfully decorated. We enjoyed games and meals around the large kitchen table and movies on the comfortable couches. We had lunch daily on the outdoor deck, and we also saw the sunrise and sunset on the top balcony. We can’t wait to go back again!
- Donna Malpeli (August 2021)
We had an amazing time at The Balcony. The home was clean, the view was amazing and it was truly just steps from the beach. With several kids, the walk to the beach was not an issue at all and with backing up to the nature preserve, the beach wasn't crowded. The home is incredibly well equipped with kitchen items, comfortable & luxurious bed linens/towels/blankets in addition to beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, bikes. You truly just need to pack your clothes and enjoy your vacation at The Balcony. Our children LOVED the hammocks and often chose to hang out there and chit-chat and play games. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! Go Hokies!!
- Kerri Nardone (July 2021)
Amazing!! The Balcony truly has everything! Steps away from the beach and the house remodel is absolutely gorgeous!! Highly recommend and will recommend to friends and family traveling to OBX in the future!
*Thoughtful Amenities *Spacious Rooms
- Bailey Angelinaa (July 2021)
Our stay at The Balcony was fabulous! The house was fully equipped… kitchen…beach umbrellas, chairs and even bikes! There was nothing that was missed! And the remodel, including the kitchen and bathrooms, is stunning! The views from the upper deck at sunrise snd sunset are amazing and it’s the perfect place for morning coffee and family dinners. We chose to bike to the seafood market to pick up the fresh catch of the day for dinners…way better view at The Balcony than eating out! One of our favorite places to sit was in the hammock swings on the lower balcony! Perfect place for an afternoon snooze! Very comfortable beds. 2 minute walk to the beach and house is located in a quiet neighborhood with a grocery store-Harris Teeter- within walking distance. Convenience abounds! We loved our stay and have already booked next summer!
- Darcy Eid (June 2021)
This was my first trip to The OBX and I must say it set the bar high. The house is so well equipped and right by the beach access with an awesome view. I cannot think of one thing we didn’t have during our stay that I wish we did have. The bed was super comfortable with tons of fluffy pillows and my kids loved having the pool already open in early April. Would recommend booking The Balcony any day!! Great job on the remodel!
I should add that this house is right by a grocery store with a Starbucks in it which was the topping on my cake since the Dunkin was not open yet in the area!
- Amy Drews (April 2021)
The Balcony OBX is in the perfect location and house! It’s just steps from beach access, walking distance to stores and restaurants, and has beautiful views of the ocean. The five rooms are all very spacious and comfortable. It was so nice that each room has access to one of the three full baths. There were also several amazing amenities, such as a pool, hot tub, beach cruisers, beach chairs, and beach toys. Anything you could possibly want or need at a beach house has been provided at this incredible rental! Our family cannot wait to go back!
- Amy McLaughlin (April 2021)
The views are incredible. To the north the house has an unobstructed view of the ocean at a fraction of the cost of an oceanfront rental. The quiet private beach is just a few steps away. The owners have been very meticulous in the recent, elegant renovations and trappings. It is obvious that this is their “baby” and not just any old rental. The home is very well equipped and hospital grade Covid clean. I very much enjoyed my stay and highly recommend this property.
- Bob Slaski (April 2021)
We cannot recommend this house highly enough. It certainly gets 5 stars. Book it if you can, you will never regret your choice. We liked it so much that our family rented this home before it was transformed into The Balcony for 19 years—sometimes staying twice in the same year!
Why This House Is So Special?
Oceans Sands F borders a tract of undeveloped land that is like a park. It is private property and neither the owners, renters or guests have access to it. The next Ocean Sands community is on the other side of this huge tract of undeveloped land. The back of The Balcony looks out on this park-like setting. Sitting on either the lower or upper deck you can look at the natural scene. From the top deck you get unobstructed views of the ocean and the “park.” From the bottom deck you can get peace, privacy, and a green space to look at. From either deck you can watch birds and other wildlife during the day, and in the evening on the upper deck, you get to watch incredible sunsets across a natural vista that looks out towards the sound.
It is hard to not over-emphasize the effect of this undeveloped land on your stay at the beach at this house. From the decks you are treated to an unspoiled view of nature. Once on the beach you quickly realize that there virtually no beach goers to the left of the beach access walkway for a considerable distance because the land of the “park” that fronts the ocean has no houses on it. This scarcity of people makes your beach experience so much nicer than a conventional location where you would be surrounded by houses on the land side and people on the beach side.
During the heat of July and August the top deck of The Balcony offer the sun worshipper openness, access to strong sunlight, and a breeze from the ocean and the lower deck offers cooler shade and privacy. The recreation area of the first floor is a natural gathering place where children can play games and hang out. The bedrooms are well appointed, and all have access to the bathrooms from the bedroom without having to leave the bedroom.
The house has a private pool right next to the driveway that is completely private, and you can enter the pool area right from the deck stairs. The pool is a game changer for any beach house. Even with the ocean being two minutes away, if the surf is too rough, a pool offers a way to cool off with a minimum of effort—no packing up for the beach— just open the gate and jump in.
- Kevin C. (January 2021)