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Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days!

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A house with a wooden exterior and a balcony.
A directional sign for Merrimac Lane Beach Access with an additional sign for free bags and a clean-up request.
A covered porch with a ceiling fan, a red door, and a row of black chairs with patterned cushions.
A living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, a television, and various wall decorations.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a dining table with a laptop, and a kitchen area with a microwave and toaster.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • 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
    Walk to Salvo Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Salvo, NC
  • Place, beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Salvo Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Pamlico Sound
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days!


Mo's Cottage is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage conveniently located in Hatteras Colony of the Tri-Village area. Only 3 houses back from Merrimac beach access, this nostalgic cottage has everything you need to enjoy your stay.

* Included is a fully stocked kitchen to prepare meals, laundry, beach toys, beach chairs, bikes, and a beach umbrella. Mo's Cottage is complete with a comfortable screened porch and an open living concept. The cottage has 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds. Linens are provided for the beds. After a fun afternoon at the beach or the sound enjoy the outdoor shower.

ALL BED LINENS AND PILLOWS ARE PROVIDED

*** You will need to provide all beach towels as well as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and any food/condiment items for your stay.

**** 1- 50lb dog or less will be considered for a non-refundable fee of $150.00.

** PLEASE NOTE: Hatteras Island is a fragile island, and we cannot control Mother Nature. We strongly recommend you purchase the traveler’s cancellation protection through VRBO as we have a strict cancellation policy. Our policy is 100% refund 30 days before stay cancellation, 50% refund 15 days before stay cancellation. Purchase the traveler’s cancellation protection policy if you need more protection than this. Thank you!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties or large gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$75.00 non-refundable deposit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property
You will be charged for all damages that occur during your stay. Our Cleaner/PM takes pictures of before and after stays.
You may not have more than 4 overnight guests at the cottage. You will be removed from the property if there are more than 4.
If you are caught breaking any of the rules or policies for the property, you will be removed immediately and not refunded.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2108263vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No parties or large gatherings
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Salvo

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Hatteras Colony, a neighbourhood in Salvo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting.
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Salvo, NC

What's nearby

  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Salvo Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pamlico Sound - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rodanthe Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 21 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Good Winds Seafood & Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waves Coffee & Candies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Original Hatteras Beach Box! Family-owned & loved; flexible check-in/out days! located?

Located in Hatteras Colony, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Salvo Beach and Pamlico Sound. Rodanthe Beach and Waves Village Watersports Resort Adventure Activities are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. The property was very clean. All amenities worked, had everything we needed. Thanks for the experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Mo’s Cottage and it did not disappoint!! We just love it there…the cottage is clean, very comfortable, convenient beach access and the screened porch is the icing on the cake…perfect for morning coffee, perfect in the afternoon after the beach and perfect in the evening. We can’t say enough good things about Mo’s and we look forward to coming again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mo’s Cottage is our favorite home away from home! It is lovingly taken care of and well-maintained. We really enjoy the quiet neighborhood and easy walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay had this small cottage. This place is great for a small family, and the location is great. Very clean, and a nice yard. We would definately stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little beach box, has everything you need and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

The house was as described and fit our needs very well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for a couple. Nice neighborhood and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for two and a pup. Super close to the beach access point.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing vacation

Love the island life!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great small family place

All around great rental. Well worth the price and we will rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific location, terrific house!

We had a great time in this charming cottage, a 1 minute walk from the beach. It's super comfy, and the wrap around deck is wonderful. We'd definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you, Wylie! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay! We hope to have you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The house had everything we needed and was only a short walk to the beach. I spent a lot of time reading on the screened in porch. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet stay in salvo

The weather was perfect, place was great and easy access to the beach. Would rent there again thanks for a fun stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2024
So glad you had fun and the weather was great! We would love to have you back! Have a great rest of your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Good location. Had everything we needed and was very clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Pleasant stay with good location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

This was in such a great location, very peaceful for me and my family and my dog. Place had everything you need including beach stuff. My children enjoyed the vacation! Will be returning forsure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing week!

This place was so nice for the week. It was cozy and we enjoyed the outside porch for sitting and reading in the evenings! The location was pretty quiet and the beach was so peaceful because it wasn't crowded! We loved staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at MO’s. We hope to have you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Stay was nice, house was close to beach. Property manager was responsive to requests and questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
We are so happy that you had a great stay. We look forward to having you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Our first family vacation was a big hit! MO’s cottage was the perfect size place for our family. It had everything we needed to get by for the week. We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

Very nice, small cabin feel. Just enough space for us. A short walk to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing

House was exactly as described Our vacation was amazing didn’t want it to end Got to meet a lot of nice people. Went on walks. Got to enjoy the beach the weather was fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location

This was the ideal place for me, my spouse, and our dog! Thanks for sharing your special cottage with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was fine for my wife and I and our dog
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break in Salvo

This was the perfect little beach hit for me and my two boys - equipped for everything we needed, very comfortable and homely, super close to the beach, and provided us with a great base to explore much that OBX has to offer. Superb value for us, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tony and Jamie

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Our Grandparents, Mo and Laurie, fulfilled their dream of building a family beach cottage on Hatteras Island in 1972. They enjoyed many years of fishing, exploring empty beaches, and bird watching with their two daughters and grandchildren. Our family treasures Mo’s Cottage with many fun filled beach memories. Mo’s Cottage was an Island favorite for visitors, many families returning year after year. We would like to once again invite visitors to enjoy “Mo’s” as we do.

Why they chose this property

Quiet Street and Quick access to the beach.

What makes this property unique

Smaller property with a home away from home feel.

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