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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to beach near Old Nags Head Cove
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Nags Head, NC
beach near Old Nags Head Cove
Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
5 min walk
Jennette's Pier
Place, Jennette's Pier
2 min drive
Outer Banks Fishing Pier
Place, Outer Banks Fishing Pier
2 min drive
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away
Welcome to Any Excuse – our family beach cottage located in South Nag’s Head, NC (milepost 17.5). We named our cottage “Any Excuse” because, quite honestly, we will use any excuse to spend time in the Outer Banks! Our cottage is furnished with lots of personal touches and modern amenities to make you feel right at home. Public beach access is just a short walk from the cottage (1/2 block).
Any Excuse is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage. The downstairs bedroom is furnished with a queen bed and has a screened in back porch. Upstairs, there is a large bedroom with a king bed as well as a smaller room with a queen bed. Linens are provided. Both upstairs rooms have private decks. Several air mattresses including a toddler size one are also available for use. There are two full baths, one downstairs and one upstairs with tub/shower combination in both.
We are equipped with free high-speed WIFI, 3 smart TV’s, and 2 blue ray players. The kitchen is equipped with stove/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, Keurig and a traditional coffeemaker. Dishes, cutlery, glassware, pots, pans, etc. are also supplied. The dining area accommodates 6 and additional seating for 2 is available at the kitchen bar. Washer and dryer are located on the main floor. Our comfortable den area includes a full size couch, oversized chair with ottoman, recliner and single swivel rocker. There is a large deck off the dining/den with 2 porch swings, and 2 chairs. This deck faces the ocean and is great for relaxing at any time of the day.
There is a nice storage space on the ground level where you will find beach chairs, beach toys, outdoor games, bikes, and boogie boards. A propane grill is available for your use. There is an outdoor shower with hot/cold water for easy and fun clean up after a day at the beach. Our extra-large driveway allows for room to enjoy the hammock or create an outside entertainment area.
This is a smoke-free cottage.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Nags Head
Located near the beach, this cottage is in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Consider Tale of the Whale for a night out or Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf if you're travelling with kids. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Jennette's Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Whalebone Junction Information Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Whalebone Junction - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - 8 min drive
Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at "Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Any Excuse" - great cottage, great views, great beach access, great get away located?
This family-friendly Nags Head cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Whalebone Junction, Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Tale of the Whale. Outer Banks Beaches is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Tim & Donna Robertson
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests