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Sunday to Sunday Semi-Oceanfront 4BR on direct beach access with lifeguard.
| Sleeps | 10 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,400 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, sleeps 10
New renovations and updates make this sunny cottage a true “home away from home.” The open layout is light and airy. The beach access, directly across the street, makes getting to and from the beach a breeze! We often hear from our families that are house is neat and clean. Use the well-equipped kitchen for a nice meal. Relax on the covered porches and enjoy the evening sea breeze or take in the ocean view from the sun deck. Free WiFi and DirecTV for staying in touch. You will find this home is centrally located on the OBX and is convenient to all restaurants, evening entertainment, water sports and activities. Unlike some of the beaches in the OBX, we have a full-time life-guarded beach right out the front door.
UPDATE: The Town of Kill Devil Hills is beginning a program of Beach Nourishment during the months of August and September, 2017. The nourishment zone will taper and end at Prospect St., about 1/2 mile north of Cool Breeze. This means that sand moving equipment will not be used on the beach at Carlow Ave. this summer.
About Stephanie Estes
Three generations of the Estes Family have been vacationing in the Outer Banks for 60+ years. Howard, his wife Stephanie, and children Skip and Claudia, began spending so much time visiting the local beaches that they decided to make their plans permanent by purchasing a home right in the center of the Northern Beaches at Milepost 8. When we aren't at Cool Breeze, you can find us in Richmond or Williamsburg, Virginia, visiting our Alma Mater (all 4 of us!), William and Mary.
Stephanie Estes purchased this house in 2004
Why Stephanie Estes chose Northern Coast & Outer Banks
Every year since 2003, we have tried to make upgrades and listen to our guests’ suggestions. It’s been great fun to build relationships with our repeating guests as well as new ones. We have rented to families from coast to coast and international travelers from France, Great Britain and Germany.
Cool Breeze is our home away from home. We have furnished it with features that we enjoy and hope that your family will find as comfortable and relaxing as we do.
There are many houses to choose from in the Outer Banks. But we also know our house is very special and has created many wonderful family memories. We invite you to come stay.
What makes this house unique
With only one lot between us and the ocean, getting back to the house to take a break from the sun or refill the cooler is easy. Our residential neighborhood is located just a short walk from many conveniences like restaurants and shops. We love the open floor plan of our home that offers bedrooms on either floor and a central gathering area for meals and entertainment. We also offer both covered and open decks for outdoor enjoyment.
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The Outer Banks is a 200-mile long series of barrier islands on the coast of North Carolina that stretch from the Virginia/North Carolina State Line to Cape Hatteras. Well known for its temperate climate and expansive beaches, the Outer Banks is a favorite vacation destination for tourists from all over the world. The town of Kill Devil Hills is located in the geographic center of the Outer Banks and is most famously known as the site for the first heavier-than-air powered flight by Orville and Wilbur Wright, commemorated today by the Wright Brothers National Monument which anchors the town. In Kill Devil Hills, vacationers will find a rich history that ranges from the from the first English settlement in the New World to the dawn of the Space Age alongside the East Coast’s finest fresh seafood markets, cleanest beaches and most sought after destinations in surf and Gulf Stream fishing.
Other Activities: Climb Jockey's ridge, the tallest active sand dune system in the Eastern United States
Amenities
Kill Devil Hills House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1400 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 3:00 PM /
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 10
- Min. age of primary renter: 24
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed ...
- Non smoking only
- Beach ...
- Near The Ocean ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Tourist Attractions
- Activities Guide
- Air Conditioning
- Alarm Clock
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Heating
- Iron & Board
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Parking Off Street
- Sofa Bed
- Telephone
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- Free Wifi
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Kitchen ...
- Lobster Pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- seating for 12 people
- 2 Bathrooms
-
Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
combination tub/shower
,
1st floor
Outside shower - outdoor shower , changing room
Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower , 2nd floor
- The second floor has a Jack and Jill bathroom. The first floor has a full bath adjoined to the first floor queen bedroom. Or go totally local in our outdoor enclosed shower complete with adjoining changing room.
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
-
Bedroom 2 -
1 double + pull out twin trundle, flat screen TV (1st floor)
Bedroom 3 - 1 double + twin bunk bed. (2nd floor)
Bedroom 1 - 1 queen, flat screen TV (1st floor)
Bedroom 4 - 1 queen, flat screen TV (2nd floor)
- Our Family Room has a sleeper sofa with a pullout queen bed.
- Books
- Books for Adults
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Games for Kids
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Video Library ...
- Balcony ...
- Fish Cleaning Table
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Porch / Veranda ...
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Wood Deck
- bay/sound
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- marina
- museums
- restaurants
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- fly fishing
- golf
- jet skiing
- paragliding
- pier fishing
- roller blading
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- surf fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(17 traveler reviews)
Great beach house for a great price
My family just came back from a week stay here. The location is fantastic, the beach is just a short walk away. The house was very clean and Stephanie was very responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. The beds were comfortable and there were new tvs and plenty of amenities. It's a great house, no complaints.
Perfect!
Such a cute well maintained house. Couldn't ask for anything more.
My Favorite Week of the Year!
This is the second time we've stayed here and it might've been better than the first (which was pretty perfect!). We had great weather, the beach wasn't too crowded, and a friend of our family came with her two kids and we were so thrilled at how baby safe this rental is! There aren't excessive nick knacks, there was a high chair and a baby gate! There were even sand buckets and shovels to play with at the beach! We LOVED that there was a full time life guard at the beach, as the surf was rougher than usual this week.
Everything was just as described and everything was gorgeous and spotless. The manager is one of the best we've ever dealt with - a pro at customer service! She went above and beyond for us. We would absolutely recommend this place to family and friends, so you better book it before we take all of the available spots!
A Fantastic Week!
My family and I had a fantastic week at Cool Breeze. The property is exactly as described and the owners are more than helpful. We love the easy beach access, and the cottage is very clean and freshly decorated. This trip was our second stay, and I'm sure we will return on our next visit. Thanks for a wonderful place to call home for our week at the beach.
Wonderful family vacation!
We had an amazing week at your lovely home. Since I have 4 grand babies (3 of which are 1 and under), the convince and close proximity to the beach was exactly what we needed. The kitchen was well stocked and all the beds were extremely comfortable. We were close to all the main attractions and the restaurants we love. Thank you for sharing your home and I so appreciate the easy rental process!
Definitely home away from home!
This house was so great. We were expecting it to be wonderful and were still impressed at all of the personal touches. The owners definitely take great care of this place.
The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you could want on vacation- wine glasses, pancake griddle, seafood steam pots, you name it! The views from the decks are gorgeous and it's just a 2 minute walk to find your perfect spot on the beach. The house is on the beach road and all you do is cross the street and walk down the boardwalk ramp to the sand. And there's an outdoor shower WITH HOT WATER so you don't track sand all over. That definitely came in handy.
You can even see the ocean from the upstairs bedroom window! The house had plenty of space for us to spread out and not get in each other's way. There are board games and books and direct tv in case you need to spend a day/evening inside chilling out.
The location itself is so convenient. You can get anywhere you want to be on the outer banks in 15-20 minutes. We spent a lot of time on the beach and didn't even pack our lunches because it was just a 2 min walk back to the kitchen!
Definitely loved this place and it will be the first place I ever check availability for when heading to the beach. It's been a while since I had been to the outer banks and this house has absolutely set the bar. Yes, it's that great!
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Rates & Availability
- Available
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Additional information about rental rates
| Refundable damage deposit | $250 |
| Tax Rate | 14.0% |
Security Deposit: $250.00
Cleaning fee is included within your rental cost.
Reservation Deposit: 50%
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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