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Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

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Exterior
Exterior
Porch and Deck
Living area
Living Area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • OBX Laser Tag
    16 min walk
  • Destination Fun
    17 min walk
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve
    4 min drive
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    20 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Room`

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twins

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

*Please Read negative reviews first, this is a unique OLD house and location, and it's not suitable for everyone. If you have a tendency to need perfection, not read entry instructions, or want a quiet location, this is not the property for you.

The SeaWitch is 61 years old this year, and there is a chance, despite monthly treatment by Professional One Pest Control, bait and sprays, that a roach might find it's way in again - we had one incident last year I do NOT want to repeat. I don't want to ruin anyone's vacation, so please do not book if you or a family member has an issue with this possibility.

Dee takes a great deal of pride in keeping the house clean, but if food is left out, ants are also a possibility.

All future guest contact is being handled by Delores Woodard (Dee) my housekeeper. Her number will be at the top of the entry information which you will receive after the rental agreement is returned.

Short Description: 1960s cottage restored and improved in 2015 with new HVAC, new TVs, new Stainless Steel Appliances including induction range, quiet dishwasher; new beds & flooring, very dog friendly (we do accept multiple dogs) with 4' high welded wire COMPLETELY fenced yard, right on beach road, close to everything, 75 yards to beach access, NOT a quiet location due to beach road traffic! Sun-Sun changeover during summer season, check in any day with 2 or 3 day minimum during the offseason.

Full Description (please read before asking questions!):

*THERE WILL BE NO OCCUPANT ON GROUND FLOOR, JUST STORAGE*

The SeaWitch is meant for those looking for a classic, slightly worn cottage with modern conveniences - central A/C, stainless appliances, Dish Network DVR system with 65" TV, and reliable DSL WiFi. There are 3 bedrooms, the "Yellow" room with a soft foam king bed, the "Blue" room queen firm foam "Tempur-pedic" bed, and the "Green" room has 2 foam mattress twins. The bathroom has a tiled shower / tub, cabinet style vanity, and lots of hooks to make sharing easy. There is also a nice large outside shower, completely rebuilt and repainted with new controls and showerhead.

The house is very dog friendly - large yard completely contained with 4' wire fence (generally dog proof so far, but I'm sure a determined dog could dig out) with attached to wood fencing; we have fencing around the kitchen stairs so dogs can be let into the yard without having to go outside.

The beach access is located on the Kill Devil Hills / Nags Head town line, which means the rules are different if you go left or right at access - Nags Head allows dogs on leashes year round but KDH restricts dogs on beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day between 9am and 6pm. So, you basically have to turn right at the access to go into Nags Head during the summer.

Kitchen features an "Induction" range, and is fully equipped for fairly involved cooking with quality cookware, dutch ovens, pots, pans, sharp knives, roast pan, etc.

50 year old milled wood T&G walls in the great room would have some great stories to tell, some you can see just by looking at the scars. LVT floor throughout the entire house. A 3 ton central A/C.

We will only rent to adults over 25 and families, with families much preferred... sorry kids, no beach weeks.

Cleaning fee includes sheets and bath towels for each bedroom (enough for 6 people), dogs add a single $50 fee (paid to Dee for the extra sand and fur) for as many dogs as you want. You will need to bring your own beach towels.

When you exit the cottage driveway turn right to head towards 8th street that is an easy 1 minute walk to direct public access on the left (ocean side) and a boardwalk to the beach.

Under the porch there is plenty of space to store your fishing rods and beach accessories. There is a large outside shower as well.

Washer and dryer in utility room on ground level.

Beach Items: There are at least two chairs, coolers, a heavy duty beach umbrella like you get from the rental places, a fat tire beach cart, and some other odds and ends in the utility room.

Property manager

Dee Woodard
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 10 total)
Dogs only, $1 per pound fee for more than two

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$100 Cleaning charge for any butts left in yard

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is in the city center. Seaside Art Gallery and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Destination Fun and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Destination Fun - 17 min walk
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 4 min drive
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 4 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Surfin' Spoon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 10 total).

What time is check-in at Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard! located?

Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, OBX Laser Tag, and Destination Fun. Seaside Art Gallery and Dowdy Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ANDREJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, would come back!
Had a great long weekend, in town for a wedding and the location was absolutely perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Every room had TVs with a good channel lineup, though we didn't have much time to enjoy those, but good information for those who care about that. Host communication pre-stay was prompt. Would definitely come back to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

emma h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of summer get away!
Great 2 night stay, perfect for middle of the island. We were able to use as a home base to travel the rest of outer banks. Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot for a beach trip
This was the perfect little spot for our weekend getaway. We were drawn to this particular house for the proximity to the beach and the fenced in yard as we were traveling with our fur babies. They absolutely loved running around in the yard and we loved the peace of mind of having the fence. The inside was very spacious with 3 bedrooms and a good sized living room. The host has laminated cards with instructions and information about the area. We spent our mornings out on the porch enjoying the breeze from the ocean. There was a little mix up preventing check in due to us sending the required rental agreement to the wrong number, but once I reached out to Dee she responded within minutes and got us all taken care of super quickly. Thank you Dee!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OBX Getaway
We had a great weekend with our family at The Seawitch. Just know that this house is pet friendly so there are aspects that you can’t coverup as a result. We are dog lovers (though we didn’t bring any with us) so we weren’t bothered by those things. Great location central to everything and excellent communication with property manager. She even gave us a letter check out upon request!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Loved the property it was just a walk away form the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heaven P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always accommodating
I’ve stayed at this location on multiple occasions. The property manager is always so accommodating and pleasant. It’s the perfect place for our family and furbabies. Thanks again for sharing your home! Heaven
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Its a nice cozy house. I felt at home during my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Family Vacation Ever!
I can’t say enough good things! I don’t often get to vacation with my kids, but OBX has been on my bucket list for a few years. This house exceeded expectations. So clean and organized and well-stocked! Dee was immediately available and texted back with answers to any questions we had. At the end of our trip, no one wanted to leave…especially the dog who was overjoyed with her fenced-in yard and deck. We walked to the beach daily, took an excursion to southern points on OBX, saw the Wright Bros monument, ate out, ate in, picnicked, and it was all incredible from gorgeous sunrise to even more gorgeous sunset. The location is perfectly situated for any and all activities you could want to do. The only thing we needed was MORE TIME to do more things! We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, Great Location, Great Stay
We initially booked this house for its willingness to allow dogs. Unfortunately, about a month from our visit, our dog passed away. I explained the situation and the host was understanding and refunded our pet deposit. The location is prime for most visitors. It is a very central location with easy beach access and is close to a variety of places around town. The house was clean, we had no issues with any type of bugs or pests, the host was responsive and accommodating and it provided a lovely visit. My fiancé and I actually got married during this visit and the house brought with it a certain type of beach charm that only others of its era could. Lawn care showed up mid-week and mowed/trimmed the lawn. Pest care also showed up mid-week. The only bit of constructive feedback I could provide is this: I had left one morning to pick up Duck Donuts for breakfast. While I was away, Pest Control showed up shortly after I had left. The worker opened the door to the house and said "hello" which startled my wife as she knew it was not me and she was still in bed. I would suggest that if Pest Control is on a known schedule, it be made known to those renting the house so they are aware of the day/timeframe someone might be showing up. Even if someone were not home, it would be nice to have that knowledge so we could secure any items of value, etc. The price point on this rental for a week is spot on at ~$2,000. I hope the owners decide to keep the home right in that range. Will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage
My husband and I stayed with our three grandchildren for four nights at the Sea Witch. We loved the location and it suited us well. Had everything we needed and the yard was great for our dog. Beds were comfortable, plenty of space for everyone. Host was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot close to the beach
We stayed August 2023. It was perfect for us and our 3 dogs. The yard was great for our dogs; easy to let them out to run around. There was enough room for us inside to eat dinner as a family when we didnt want to go out and sit around and watch TV for when we were there. We spent the majority of our time at the beach which was only about a 5 minute walk if that. We did use the provided wagon and umbrella. It is a 2 wheel wagon with beach wheels (more like a wheel barrow) but it got through the sand very easily. It is not super fancy if that is what you are looking for, but it is not run down by any means. The owner was very easy to communicate with. The only thing I will say is that all of the reviews saying the beds were comfy must have different mattress tastes than us because we thought they were too hard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house near the beach
Excellent 3 night stay for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OBX Vacation
Great location! Steps from the beach. Home was clean and the fenced in yard was great for our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin, great location, dog friendly
Myself, 3 friends, and 5 dogs had the pleasure of staying in this charming cabin within a few minutes walk from the beach. Our stay was short but enjoyable. There are plenty of restaurants and shops near by. Also a Publix, Harris Teeter and Target within a 10 minute drive. The house is fully stocked with cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. Dogs loved the spacious yard. We will 100% be booking this place again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro Home Away from Home
Loved the rustic retro style just a short walk from the beach. The beds were VERY comfortable and the house VERY clean. The fenced in backyard for our Golden made his stay cozy. It was like a home away from home. The covered porch with large table was perfect for our morning coffee and the sundeck was nice when not at the beach. Loved this property. It made for a great relaxing stay in one of our favorite beach towns.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Stay
This property was perfect for us. Pet friendly, super close to the beach and restaurants, comfortable temperature. Beach items were provided, and that helped tremendously when packing the car. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Perfect little spot in a great location for myself and my three sons. Right in the middle of everything, walking distance to ice cream, restaurants, and most importantly, the beach. Will absolutely book again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FINALLY A VACA WITH THE PUPPERS
We had a wonderful stay @ the "Sea Witch". It was great to finally be able to take our rottweillers to OBX! Upon entry the property was neat, clean and clearly catered to dogs. Extra water bowls under the sink cabinet and large fenced yard! The deck also has a gate, so the girls were able to hang out in the evenings with us unleashed. Management was informative and friendly. We visit OBX annually and hope The Sea Witch is available for our next trip so our puppers can continue to be part of our Outer Banks adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Seawitch is a great place to stay
Title says it all; except Dee the property manager is awesome. Second stay at the property and will definitely book again! Thank you Dee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hezekiah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back
The house was exactly as the listing described. And it was great. Could not ask for much better distance to the beach access. Central OBX for restaurants, shops, etc. Several of which were walking distance. The backyard was perfect for the dogs. Kitchen equipment and supplies were good. Dee was super responsive. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy beds-Great location
Loved the large fenced in yard for the dogs. Beds were comfortable, house was clean, great porches for people watching and reading. Loved the character of the house. Great access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Ideal location,central to all that there is to do in the OBX! We lived in the area for a decade but recently moved a couple hours southwest. Family was getting married so we needed a place to stay for a few days- this was perfect. Property just as described and perfect for my small family and our dog! Check in and out simple as can be! Has everything you need and then some! When we return, we will rent this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome
Great holiday house. Across the road from beach, and the dogs loved the yard
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most relaxing vacation!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as described and very user friendly. We were very comfortable as well as our dogs. The yard, location and amenities were perfect. We definitely will return in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and amazing property
We loved staying here. We have never taken our beagle on vacation with us until now! The cottage is exactly as described and even better once you arrive. Our home doesn't have a yard so we enjoyed watching her run around like crazy enjoying more space than she ever had. We found out our dog absolutely loves the beach! We will be back again someday.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dee Woodard

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My wife and I have been in real estate, design, rentals, and construction on the Outer Banks for 20 years. I recently started thinking about designing and building "spec" homes again, and bought this property to rent to students and then tear down and re-develop.

Then I fell in love. Within a week of starting work on it, the plan changed from "student rentals for summer then tear down", to "restore and add modern touches to make a great weekly rental", bridging the way is used to be with the way people like things now.

I spent six months doing everything I could think of to improve the place while keeping the old charm. We took the bathroom down to the studs to make it the nicest room in the house. Added a huge TV, fast internet, surround sound system, best stove I could find, new flooring, new doors, stripped and painted the old drywall, all new bedding, and more.

My main goal with the house is happy travelers. I'm generally quick to give a refund if I make a mistake or can't fix an issue - however, if you consider yourself "picky", may I respectfully suggest booking another home as we are unlikely to be a good match.

If you're read this far... thank you! Creating clear expectations and meeting them is the key to a happy vacation rental home stay for both of us.

Why they chose this property

A unique combination of new and old make for an inviting, homey, comfortable stay that you just can't get in a house with no history. I can't tell you how many people have told me about the great times they've had in this house, back to the glory days when it was built in the sixties by someone named "Steponovich" which is how it came to be called the "SeaWitch". It's located right in the middle of everything and only steps to the beach.

What makes this property unique

This cottage is quaint and open, and is in walking distance to the beach, groceries, drug store, the new ABC store, nice restaurants, fast food, beach rentals, everything! We are also local owners, and very knowledgeable about the real estate market in case you might have questions. We own "The VanderMyde Real Estate Group" team at Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty, in the top 1% of OBX Realtors for more than a decade.

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