Heaven's Edge Cottage, outdoor shower just behind this lattice! Try it!
Location: Salvo, Hatteras Island, Northern Coast & Outer Banks, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (Just south of Milepost 42 -Middle of Hatteras Island.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
"Welcome to our cottage by the sea! Relax and share time with family and friends on the beautiful Outer Banks. We know once you come, you will return time and again. We are sisters, JoEllen and Mary, and we own the home with our husbands, John and Mike. We have 5 boys between us. It is a home filled with love! Come visit!"
The very personally decorated and well-loved family cottage is located in Salvo, North Carolina which is on Hatteras Island about 30 miles South of Nags Head on Highway 12 just South of mile marker 42. One of the sisters, JoEllen, is an interior designer, and Mary is a calligrapher, and artist, so lots of extra touches not found in most rental properties....you'll love it.
The cottage is on the ocean side about a block from the beach. BEACH access is only a short 5 minute walk down to the end of the street, across the dunes, and There It Is! A very private and unpopulated beach most weeks. The sound is a 12 minute walk West. You can enjoy sound access on a dock across the highway for special sound sunset watching! We bring a bottle of wine, and a camera!
Heaven's Edge holds six adults, or four adults and four children, comfortably. We have three bedrooms (queen, queen, and two sets of bunk beds) and two full bathrooms, one with a bathtub/shower combo the other shower only. All of the bedrooms have color cable TV with VCRs(yup), clock radios, and the bunk room also has a Nintendo 64 (yup) game player and games. There is a radio warning system for storms. We have WIFI.
The family room has a 37" color, digital cable,1080 dpi (We hope to have HDTV on Hatteras this summer, cable not there yet), with a Sony Sound Bar providing surround-like sound, and CD/DVD/VHS and ipod dock. The digital cable TV has all the music channels available for your enjoyment. There are many CDs and DVD/VHS movies available for your use, and books galore for beach reading. There is an indoor sunroom with a new in '08 ultra large pillow-filled banquette fondly named "The Pit". It is sooo perfect for lounging, reading or napping as the sun comes in and the breeze from the open windows gently wafts by.
The home has a washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven, and all major appliances which makes "cooking in" and keeping up with beach towels and laundry, a breeze! There is a boom box for use on the deck.
We also have a full service spa/gym on the Island now...SPA KORU in Avon...for a wonderful massage, work out, pedicure or manicure...ahhhhhh! Our guests have loved it....so have we!
You will find a lovely little gift upon arrival to say thank you. And of course, the house is pre-stocked with trash bags, soaps, and dish detergent to get you started.
Outside of the cottage there is a very large sunny deck with comfy deck furniture that you will probably be spending most of your time enjoying. On the deck is a 4-6 person Hot Tub that is great to relax in after being on the beach all day. There is an outdoor shower that is perfect for using after coming off the beach with those sandy feet. You can rent any beach chairs, bikes, and baby paraphernalia just steps north of us on Highway 12.
Another popular family activity is to take the free Hatteras Inlet Ferry from Hatteras Village to explore the quaint fishing village on Ocracoke Island or climb the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse only a short drive away. Ocracoke was named the Nations #1 beach for 2007! From Heaven's Edge, you are only 45 minutes away from the free ferry to OCRACOKE! And watch for the new Nicolas Sparks book-to-movie "NIGHTS IN RODANTHE" which features our Hatteras tri-villages, and was filmed in a house in Rodanthe. (and also Richard Gere and Diane Lane)! Come and see what all the fuss is about! Watching it being filmed was a treat for locals. You can read the book at Heaven's Edge.
We feel you will be pleased with our Heaven's Edge, and will love our inviting cottage by the sea! We know you will take good care of it, and treat it like your own! Thank you for looking. Email using link with any questions, and date inquiries, we will respond promptly. Our prices are as listed below on the website. Don't settle for a bare bones "rental machine", retreat to the best.... to Heaven's Edge! Enjoy!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: All linens provided. Clean sheets will be at the foot of your beds when you get there!! Bath towels, and beach towels too!
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed (4)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Digital cable in living room, new 37", 1080 dpi HDTV. New Sony stereo sound bar with sub-woofer gives "surround like" sound. No HDTV on island yet, but bring your HD DVD's! We have a large collection too. All guest rooms have cable TV and VCR's.
- DVD
- VCR (4)
- Video Library: CD's, DVD, and VHS...many choices for adults and kids!
- Video Game Console: Nintendo 64....coming back into play with the kids now!
- Video Games (5) : Nintendo 64.
- CD Player (2)
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Lots of CD's...good mix for vacation sound. Bring your ipod..it might intersect with the new Sony sound bar with the right cable! (not sure)
- Private Hot Tub: Hot tub holds 4 adults comfortably.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Go to our private concierge....www.shoredetails.com for your private chef. They will stock groceries for arrival too.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Sunny on one side and shady on the other depending on time of day.
- Balcony: House is on pilings.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Oceanside of Highway 12, short five minute walk to ocean or sound. Beach chairs, huge sunny deck. Close to restaurants, water sports, almost private beach, drive on beach, drive to sound for water sports, stars, stars, stars, casual "beachy" decor.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Minimum age of 25 for renting, unless accompanied by a parent. Not rented to groups of college students...sorry.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Please do not smoke in house or your security deposit must be used for in-depth cleaning.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
The Weekly Rates Are as Follows:
Prime Season .. Jun-Aug ........... $1700./week.
Mid Season .... Mar-May, Sep-Nov. .. $ 950./week.
Off Season .... Dec-Feb............ $ 650./week.
Discounts Given for WEEKENDS ONLY or Monthly Rentals. Email for Those Rates.
Sorry,no rentals to college groups. Families with kids welcome!
Rates do NOT include the $200. refundable sec. dep. Cleaning and Linens Included.
TAXES ARE INCLUDED IN WEEKLY RATES!!!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Some Weeks Still Open! Heaven's Edge! Salvo! Concierge!
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Salvo
When sister Amy and her husband Jim purchased a home in Salvo, Jo and John and Mary and Mike got serious about buying! The dream finally came true, and the 3 sisters and hubbies have been enjoying their cozy cottages ever since. They come with all of their families for vacation, and as well...an occasional "girls weekend" too! You will loved this little gem, and see why it is such a special place.
The Unique Benefits at this House
While staying at Heaven's Edge you will enjoy beach, sun, water, walks, sunsets, and lots of relaxation. Bring a book...and leave the world behind. Enjoy the hot tub too! Eat, drink, and be merry.....'cause we do!!
Our beach access is only a 5 minute walk from our house...across the dunes, and there you are...at the Atlantic Ocean!
A short walk away brings you to the Sound, where you can watch the sunset as only found on the Outer Banks of NC!
Owner's Map of Salvo
Two sisters, JoEllen and Mary, and their husbands, John and Mike, purchased this home, in 2004 and have been in love with it ever since. The sisters vacationed on the Outer Banks as children, and dreamed of owning a home there someday. The photo shows Mary in the middle, and JoEllen on the left....our sister Amy is on the right. Come and visit our beach cottage, and see why we are smiling!
Property Photos
- Heaven's Edge Cottage, outdoor shower just behind this lattice! Try it! - Hatteras Island Vacation Rental
- Large Deck and Hot tub.Many days/nights spent here. Stars are incredible!! - Hatteras Island Vacation Rental
- Master Bedroom, in a soft green with quality linens (in all rooms). - Hatteras Island Vacation Rental
- Private full bath in master bedroom.
- Kitchen with all the comforts of home. Everything you need. If not, tell us!
- Dining area, seats 8....food, candles, wine, dinner? Private Chef?
- Large hall bath with tub and beautiful shell mirror. Double pedestal sinks.
- Queen Guest Bedroom in shades of Periwinkle
- View from the East side of house...breezy deck for afternoon reading!
- Our beautiful beach, very few people....large sandbar at low tide.
- View of Hatteras Harbor...a short drive away!
- Sunset on the Sound! A walk away, just across Highway 12!
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Blackburn Family , Raleigh, NC
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Thank you! Please continue to come back...every year!!
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Thank you for your kind words...wow,as a busy Boston attorney and commercial/residential broker...you have your choice of many properties...we're glad you chose Heaven's Edge!! Very much appreciated the visit!
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Kathy Allen , Richmond, RI
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Kath, thanks. I found the picture Paul did for us on the fridge. So cute. Thanks a lot!! Glad you enoyed it....Jo
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Derek , New Bern
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Thanks Derek!! We appreciate the kind words.JoELlen and gang