A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
On beach
Private pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer and dryer
Explore the area
Nags Head, NC
Jennette's Pier
Place, Jennette's Pier
6 min drive
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
Place, Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
7 min drive
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Place, Bodie Island Lighthouse
7 min drive
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
19 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Mid-Level Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
Mid-Level King Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Mid-Level Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Mid-Level Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Mid-Level Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Top-Level King Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Mid-Level Jack and Jill Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Mid-Level Jack and Jill Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Mid-Level King Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Top-Level King Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head
Mermaid's Lair is a great value for families that love the beach! Private pool has lots of room for the kids to play around the pool while adults soak up the sun. Best features are the view, decks and that great dune top deck. . .it's huge! Imagine sitting there with your morning coffee watching the sun rise. . .or relaxing with a drink watching the kids surf! What? You are going inside? The LCD TV in the Great Room is perfect for movies and all bedrooms have LCD TVs too for private quiet moments for you, or so the kids can play their games while you catch up on your reading. There is more than enough room for all to eat meals together and the top level has plenty of space for the whole crowd to mingle and enjoy just being together. The screened porch is calling you for board games or cards. . .this property is the one to bond, get plenty of fresh ocean air and enjoy all the beach has to offer.
Mermaid's Lair is a fisherman's paradise! Just a couple minutes from Oregon Inlet, or drive a few more to get to Pirate's Cove Marina. While you are at the property you are closer to the wide-open spaces of the National Seashore BUT just minutes from restaurants, shopping, groceries, historic sites and more.
Top-Level: Great Room with TV, DVD, Ocean View, Deck Access, Kitchen with Bar seats 2, Dining Table seats 12, Game Table seats 4, Access to Screened Porch, Half Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with TV and Deck Access.
Mid-Level: King Master Bedroom with TV and Deck Access; Queen Bedroom with TV and Deck Access, shares Jack and Jill Bathroom Queen Bedroom with TV and Deck Access; Bedroom with Duo Bunk has TV, shares Jack and Jill Bathroom with Queen Bedroom with TV; Hall Laundry with Washer/Dryer.
Ground-Level: Covered parking and Entrance.
Extras: Private Pool (32 x 11), Hot Tub, Wireless Internet Access, Gas Fireplace, Screened Porch, Gas Grill, Basketball Goal, Dune Top Deck, No Smoking, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Parking: 5 Cars, Milepost 19.5.
Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open starting the first weekend in May through the second weekend in October. Pool heat is not an option for this property. Hot tubs are available year-round. Gas fireplaces are shut down from May 15 until September 15.
All Outer Banks Blue vacation rentals include bed linens, with beds made prior to your arrival for convenience. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant, and 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per sink. Kitchens include drying towels. We also provide a starter supply of paper towels, dishwashing detergent, and toilet paper.
Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.
Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.
The use of the property is restricted to use by You and Your family, unless it is agreed upon, in writing, to occupancy by a non-family group. A “family” means parents, grandparents, children, and extended family members vacationing at the property. For example, the use of the property by fraternities, sororities, groups under the age of 24, or unrelated groups is prohibited.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.
Bed linens and bath towels are included. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels.
Please note: Additional convenience and cleaning items are not guaranteed, we recommend bringing any essentials you may need for a comfortable stay.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 7599550ha
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Nags Head
Located on the beach, this vacation home is in South Nags Head, a neighborhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Traveling with kids? Consider Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Jennette's Pier - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 7 min drive - 10.5 km
Bodie Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
Nags Head Fishing Pier - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Sea Chef - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 10 min drive
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 8 min drive
Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head?
As of Aug 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head on Nov 29, 2026 start from $527, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mermaid's Lair | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Nags Head located?
Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, Outer Banks Fishing Pier, and Whalebone Junction. Jennette's Pier and Tale of the Whale are also within 3 mi (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Outer Banks Blue Realty Services
Outer Banks Blue is a family-owned and operated rental management company that maintains 250+ properties from Nags Head to Corolla. Our team of experienced professionals has been providing competent and personalized service to our guests since 2005.
Please note: All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent. Kitchens are fully equipped with dishes, glasses, cookware and utensils, but be advised no spices, coffee, or coffee filters are included with the rental. Additional conveniences, cleaning items, and kitchen goods are not guaranteed.
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