Outer Banks, NC · Massanutten Resort, VA

Beach days.
Mountain views.
Resort amenities.

Four hand-kept homes across two of the East Coast's best escapes — booked direct with the people who actually own them.

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No platform service fees Best rate guarantee Direct to the owners 4 homes, 2 destinations

Why book direct

The same home.
A better way to book it.

Booking straight through us cuts out the middle layer — the fees, the hold music, the guesswork. You get the house, and you get us.

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Our direct rate is the lowest you'll find for these homes. Find it cheaper elsewhere and we'll make it right.

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Questions answered by the owners who know every light switch — not a call center.

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The Outer Banks Collection

Kill Devil Hills & Duck, North Carolina — three homes within minutes of the Atlantic, each with its own kind of water to get into.

View Home → Open living room with coastal seating

Second bedroom with peaceful morning light

Guest bedroom with calming coastal tones

Endless stretches of Kill Devil Hills beach

Aerial view straight down over the ocean

Oceanfront Complex

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Kill Devil Hills, NC · Croatan Surf Club

Salty Shenanigans

Two floors of your own, inside an oceanfront resort.

6Guests

2Bedrooms

3Baths

YesPet Friendly

A two-story townhome tucked into Croatan Surf Club, where the pool deck ends at the dune line and the beach access is private. Covered parking, three elevators, and a resort amenity list that keeps working long after the forecast turns.

Oceanfront heated outdoor pool
Indoor heated pool, year-round
Indoor hot tub + four outdoor hot tubs
Zero-entry splash pad for little ones
Private beach access & gazebo
Fitness center and covered parking

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View Home → Open-concept living space

Sectional and smart TV by the French doors

Kitchen equipped to cook for the whole group

Rooftop Ocean Views

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Kill Devil Hills, NC · Walk to Beach Access

Sandy Shenanigans

Sunset from the top deck. Shenanigans everywhere else.

9Guests

3Bedrooms

2Baths

YesPet Friendly

A coastal cottage with a rooftop sundeck, pink Adirondacks pointed at the Atlantic, and a backyard built for staying up late. Walk to the beach in the morning, claim the hot tub at night, and settle the ping-pong rivalry somewhere in between.

Rooftop deck with ocean views
Private hot tub
Fire pit under string lights
Game room — ping pong & foosball
Movie room with projector
Screened porch, grill & outdoor bar
Outdoor shower & beach gear included
Roku TVs throughout

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View Home → Aerial view of the home and its prime Duck location

Duck Town Boardwalk, a five minute walk away

Private Pool & Hot Tub

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Duck, NC · Bayberry Bluffs

Ocean Hideaway

High on the dune, with the whole village a walk away.

12Guests

5Bedrooms

3.5Baths

3Floors

Our largest home, set on a high dune in Duck with a fenced private pool below and ocean views from the third-floor deck. Seven minutes on foot to the beach, five to the Duck boardwalk and its shops and restaurants — the rare stretch of the Outer Banks you can do without a car.

Private fenced pool (seasonal)
Private hot tub, year-round
Ocean views from the top deck
Game room with PlayStation
7-minute walk to the beach
Golf cart available to rent

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Massanutten Resort, Virginia

The mountain, all four seasons of it.

Inside the gates of a true four-season resort in the Shenandoah Valley — where the same address gets you a ski lift in February and an indoor waterpark in July.

WinterSkiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and ice skating, minutes from the door.

SpringTwo golf courses, tennis, and the valley's hiking trails waking back up.

SummerIndoor and outdoor waterparks, the lake, mountain biking and the adventure park.

AutumnShenandoah's colors, long fire-pit nights, and the quietest rates of the year.

The Mountain Collection

McGaheysville, Virginia — a three-story townhome on a private knoll below Massanutten Peak, with full resort access included.

View Home → Living room after a long day on the slopes

Four-Season Resort

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McGaheysville, VA · Massanutten Resort

Slopeside Shenanigans

Fire going, jets running, mountain right there.

10Guests

3Bedrooms

2.5Baths

YesPet Friendly

Three stories on a private knoll, designed for two families travelling together — a bunk room and lounge the kids can claim as their own, a hot tub gazebo and fire-pit deck for everyone else, and resort access that turns one booking into a full itinerary.

Private hot tub in a deck gazebo
Fire pit deck with mountain views
Indoor & outdoor fireplaces
Kids' bunk room & lounge
Air hockey and foosball
Full resort, spa & gym access
Garage plus free parking
Keyless entry, linens & towels included

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Our promise

Every home is one we'd hand the keys to our own family.

We own and care for all four of these properties ourselves. That means the beds are made the way we'd want them, the kitchen has what you actually need, and when something comes up mid-stay you're texting the people who can fix it — not a ticket queue.

— The Simply Shenanigans family

Free planning guides

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Where to eat — the spots worth the wait, and the ones that aren't
Best beaches, trails and viewpoints by time of day
Rainy-day and off-season plans that still feel like vacation
What to pack (and what we already have waiting for you)
Seasonal events, festivals and the weeks to book early

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At Ultvare, we specialize in delivering a superior standard of vacation rental and property management services designed for discerning guests and homeowners alike. Our portfolio features hand-selected luxury properties, each maintained to the highest standards and supported by a dedicated team of hospitality professionals. From personalized concierge services to proactive property oversight, we handle every detail with precision so that when you arrive, your only task is to enjoy. At Ultvare the serenity and beauty of your mountain surroundings. At Ultvare, excellence isn’t an option it’s a promise.

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Whether you're traveling with family or seeking an extended getaway focused on comfort and rejuvenation, Ultvare delivers a luxury experience that goes beyond just a place to stay. We specialize in hand-selecting premium vacation homes each meticulously maintained, fully equipped, and designed with both elegance and ease in mind. As cohosts, not property managers, we prioritize your experience above all else, offering tailored service, seamless communication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting the value of every property. When you experience Ultvare, you’re choosing exceptional care, exclusive stays, and a level of hospitality that redefines what it means to feel at home.

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What Our Guests Are Saying

The views are spectacular! The top floor open concept kitchen, living and dining with huge windows and balconies on both the ocean and bay side made for a one of a kind experience. The beach access is private and other than a few neighbors, the beach is yours. The house has all the amenities you need and special touches you expect from a high end rental.

Tanya L

I couldn't have found a more perfect place to stay!! The home was beautiful and had everything we could possibly need....even things we didn't think of needing. The pool was absolutely amazing and we were so grateful that we opted to have it heated...there were a couple of chilly nights and the pool felt wonderful!

Ashley D

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful Banner Elk home. It is centrally located to shopping and restaurants. From the deck and kitchen/living room, we enjoyed wonderful views of the mountains (including Grandfather Mountain) and town, as well as the deer that passed through the front yard. The house is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed.