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OBX Escape: Waterfront Condo Near Downtown - Vacation rental home in Manteo, NC

OBX Escape: Waterfront Condo Near Downtown
  • As low as $444 - $444/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
OBX Escape: Waterfront Condo Near Downtown

General Features

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Elevator
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Golf privileges
  • Heating
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Oven
  • Property does not allow children
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Stovetop
  • Swimming nearby
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1553 sq ft (144 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer

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VRBO
OBX Escape: Waterfront Condo Near Downtown map location
About this Property
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Condo
  • Approximately 1553 square feet
New to Oceanside for 2025!

Sweet Retreat – Waterfront Comfort in Manteo
Sound Vistas, Pool & Central Roanoke Island Location
Welcome to Sweet Retreat, a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom condo in the sought-after Shallowbag Bay Club community of Manteo. Overlooking the shining waters of the Roanoke Sound, this classy getaway blends comfort, convenience, and impressive scenery. With elevator access, community amenities, and a location just mins. from downtown Manteo, Sweet Retreat is an ideal Outer Banks hideaway for families and couples.

Open Living & Scenic Sound Vistas
The main level features a bright, open-concept living space ideal for gathering. Unwind in the living area with sizable windows framing soundside vistas, prepare up favorite meals in the gourmet kitchen with counter bar seating, and share them in the comfortable dining area. A half bathroom adds convenience, while a private balcony invites you to step outside, sip your morning coffee, and savor the waterfront breeze.

Bedrooms & Layout
Sweet Retreat comfortably accommodates a variety of families with three bedrooms and flexible sleeping arrangements:
Primary Suite: Queen Bed • Private Full Bathroom
Second Bedroom: Queen Bed • Shared Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
Third Bedroom: Pyramid Bunk Bed • Shared Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
Total Linens: 2 Queens • 1 Pyramid Bunk
Community Fun & Resort-Style Perks
Guests of Shallowbag Bay Club appreciate a host of amenities designed for fun and relaxation. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, stay active in the exercise room, or enjoy some downtime in the recreation room. Boat lovers will especially enjoy the marina setting, while everybody can admire the ever-changing colors of the sound at sunrise and sunset.

Central Roanoke Island Location
One of Sweet Retreat's greatest assets is its unbeatable location. Located in Manteo, you'll be just mins. from the beautiful stores, galleries, and eateries of downtown Manteo, all set against a beautiful waterfront backdrop. History and culture lovers can discover Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, the Elizabethan Gardens, or take in a performance of The Lost Colony outdoor drama. Families will enjoy a trip to the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island, while lighthouse enthusiasts can visit the cozy Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse.

When you're ready for a beach day, it's a short drive over the causeway to the sandy shores of Nags Head, or take a breathtaking day trip north toward Corolla or south toward Ocracoke. Whether you're craving adventure, history, or pure relaxation, everything is close at hand.

Conveniences & Extras
Private Balcony with Sound Vistas
Access to Community Pool, Exercise Room & Rec Room
Intelligent TVs & WiFi
Washer & Dryer
Elevator Access
Keyless Entry
Location & Sound Access
Located in the heart of Shallowbag Bay Club, Sweet Retreat offers striking sound vistas and painless access to both Roanoke Sound and Albemarle Sound. With downtown Manteo just mins. away and the beaches of Nags Head within a fast drive, this home offers the best of both worlds—soundside serenity and ocean adventures.

From poolside afternoons to exploring the history and culture of Roanoke Island, Sweet Retreat is the ideal backdrop for your next Outer Banks escape.

Shallowbag Bay Community Conveniences: Community Pool; Exercise Room; Recreation Room; Elevator

Property Layout:
Main Level: Living Area; Gourmet Kitchen w/Counter Bar Seating; Dining Area; Half Bathroom; Queen Master Bedroom w/Full Bathroom; Queen Bedroom; Shared Jack-and-Jill Bathroom; Pyramid Bunk Bedroom; Washer/Dryer
*Note: While this is a first-floor condo, stairs and/or elevator use will be required to access.

*Pools are subject to availability.

About the Area

Located in Manteo, this condo is near a water park and by the sea. Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Island Farm are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall. Dare County Arts Council and North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Nearby Restaurants

Nearby Activities

Nearby Shopping

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