Sojourn LLC Expands to the Outer Banks with Acquisition of Salt Coast Hosts, Elevating Coastal Hospitality

May 22, 2025 – Washington, D.C. & Outer Banks, NC – Sojourn, LLC , the premier hospitality brand for flexible furnished rentals, proudly announces its acquisition of Salt Coast Hosts, a beloved, family-run vacation rental company in North Carolina’s iconic Outer Banks.

This expansion marks a purposeful step in Sojourn’s mission to bring its human-centric, tech-enabled hospitality to discerning guests and property partners in one of the East Coast’s most treasured destinations. With this acquisition, Sojourn will partner with the Anies family through a newly created entity, Sojourn Realty OBX, to ensure that Sojourn can continue to build on the simpatico service that Salt Coast Hosts has built.

Sojourn, a woman owned business, was founded in 2019 by Dunniela Kaufman and Nicole Pace. It has grown from a Capitol Hill passion project into a hospitality brand recognized for operational excellence, exceptional guest experience, and deep respect for individuality. Its proprietary hybrid model maximizes value for property owners while meeting the needs of modern travelers—whether they’re vacationing, working remotely, or staying for the season.

Salt Coast Hosts was a natural fit for Sojourn as they share Sojourn’s core values: unwavering service, deep local ties, and a stewardship mindset. The team has earned trust by caring for each home as if it were their own. By merging with Salt Coast, Sojourn gains invaluable local insight and a portfolio of handpicked homes that already embody the Sojourn standard.

“This partnership is about more than growth—it’s about resonance,” said Dunniela Kaufman, Co-Founder and CEO. “Salt Coast brings a legacy of trust and care that perfectly complements Sojourn’s approach. Sojourn is not looking at growth for growth’s sake. We are thoughtfully expanding by looking for partnerships that reinforce our values and brand.”

Key Impacts of the Acquisition:

1. Strategic entry into the Outer Banks market, guided by local expertise
2. Continued commitment to high-touch, concierge-level service with scaled support
3. A unified platform for short, mid and long-term stays
4. Continued focus on honoring the dynamics of dual loyalty to guests and owners

Sojourn will continue to scale with purpose, in a manner that ensures every guest, homeowner and employee feels seen, heard, and valued. As the brand extends beyond the DMV and Tidewater Regions, its promise remains unchanged: delivering consistent luxury, powered by people and enabled by tech.

To learn more or request media interviews, please contact:

Dunnzy Kaufman

Dunnzy@sojourndc.com, 202-558-8619

www.sojourndc.com