"Lovely place; comfortable for the three of us. The property had everything we needed for our weekend stay. The Mustangs did not disappoint; beautiful to see them in their natural habitat. Will definitely consider renting again if we return to the OBX area. "
"A good 4x4 vehicle is a must it’s a little farther down the beach. Great location for us. The house is perfect size for a small family. The front porch is so peaceful and the best stargazing. Seeing the wild horses is the best! Kitchen had everything needed. Laundry downstairs with beach chairs, boogie boards. Will be going back! Had a great time! Good communication with great host. "
The Natchez II - The Waterfront House on the Sound on Bells Island
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean! The host was easily reachable and very welcoming! Hot tub was a plus and I loved everything about the home. I loved that Virginia Beach was close by also! An amazing trip for my children and I! Thank you again!"
Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses
10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing stay at this amazing home!! The home was clean, spacious, and well maintained. The views were amazing and we were surprised we were able to see some horses out here during the winter! The initial drive in was intense if your new to beach driving, which we were, but after the first day we were going back and forth on that sand non-stop! James was an amazing host and responded quickly to our questions. We hope to come back and stay again, this was an amazing trip!!"
The Salty Seahorse!4x4 beach, private dock, hot tub, pool, Horses. Pet-Friendly
10/10 Excellent
"Winter getaway for me and my wife. Very quiet this time of year. We saw ponies every day and good birdwatching. The home was as advertised, and we needed to run the heater every day, which worked very well. The hot tub was very nice, but we didn’t use the pool. We recommend the short drive up to False Cape State Park for good hiking and birding. "
New in 2024 Carova Beach Canal Front Home!! 4x4 Required
10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely amazing house and property. Being tucked near the end of the road provided for a peaceful and quiet stay. Very relaxing being on the canal and though we did not use the kayaks and pedal boat due to being a very cold weekend, loved the options and would be fun to use during warmer stays. The house was so clean and new. Loved being able to walk on the back decks and enjoy the sights of the canal and the wild horses roaming in the backyard. The wild horses were very active on this road and one day as we were leaving the house, we saw a total of over 20 horses before we even exited the street the house is on. Rick and Casie were wonderful hosts with excellent communication on day of arrival and departure morning. We were in town for the Corolla Christmas Village and the festive touches of a Christmas tree in the home and string lights on the decks added to our Christmas spirit for the weekend. There was even a very cute ornament for each of us to commemorate our weekend at Sound Decisions. When searching for a home, we knew we wanted something clean, quiet, and relaxing with hopeful viewings of the wild horses throughout the stay. This place met and exceeded our expectations and we will be back. "
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martin Vineyards during your travels to Knotts Island. Discover the sunsets in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
You can take time to visit Pocahontas Marsh during your travels to Virginia Beach. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Simpson Island during your travels in Virginia Beach. Discover the great live music in this walkable area or seek out the jogging trails.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Mackay Island?
Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mackay Island.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mackay Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Mackay Island.
What can I see and do near Mackay Island?
You can enjoy nature at Swan Island, Buck Island or Knotts Island Ruritan Park. Stopping by Martin Vineyards, Pocahontas Marsh or Swan Island Tract is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Hog Island and Simpson Island.