The waves are consistently high on Hatteras Island. Vacasa has just designated this area as one of the top 10 in the country for investing in a holiday house by the beach. However, even if you do not engage in the activity of surfing, this exquisite barrier island in North Carolina will enchant you with its vast beaches, relaxed ambiance, and delectable seafood. The elevated ocean temperatures in this location provide an ideal environment for engaging in fly-fishing or just indulging in a day of phrazle aquatic recreation.

"Hatteras Island remains largely reminiscent of the Outer Banks you recall from your childhood, with minimal residential and commercial expansion and an abundance of beach," said Randy Jones, a broker affiliated with Howard Hanna Outer Banks Realty, Luxury Portfolio International.

The Cape Hatteras lighthouse attracted over three million visitors in 2021, making it an ideal location for vacation home rentals.

"The values of homes in this area are lower than those in the northern Outer Banks. However, the rental returns are frequently just as robust, and in certain instances, even more so." "To illustrate, we recently sold a residence in Rodanthe for $1,100,000, which is projected to yield nearly $130,000 in rental income in 2022," said Jones.

Rockaway Beach, located on the Oregon coast, has always been a sought-after destination for vacationers due to its expansive seven-mile stretch of sandy beaches. However, unlike well-known places like Cannon Beach, Manzanita, and Seaside, this picturesque part of Oregon has successfully remained relatively unknown, resulting in fewer crowds for tourists and second homes.

Engaging in crabbing, whale-watching, hiking, and kayaking are the favored recreational pursuits during daylight hours. As night falls, a multitude of individuals congregate around beach bonfires to relish the celestial beauty of the starry sky.

"Rockaway Beach offers an exceptionally affordable second-home market, with an average sales price of $439,000, in contrast to Cannon Beach's average of $930,000," said Abbas Atwi, a broker with The Hasson Company, Luxury Portfolio International. "We are pleased to observe that Gulf Shores is being acknowledged by individuals looking to purchase second homes, who appreciate the same aspects of the area that we, the locals, cherish: a charming small-town atmosphere, extensive stretches of pristine white sandy beaches, and a variety of suitable shops and restaurants for a beach vacation," stated Frank Malone, a representative from Bellator Real Estate & Development, Luxury Portfolio International.

Previously, this picturesque area of the Gulf of Mexico coastline was popular with vacationers from the southern region. However, Malone clarified that an increasing number of individuals purchasing second homes are now arriving from all parts of the nation, particularly the West Coast. However, as Gulf Shores becomes more famous, the value of its real estate also rises. In February 2022, the average sales price for residential properties grew by 19% compared to the previous year, as reported by Malone.