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DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 8 1000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kill Devil Hills, NC
- Wright Brothers National Memorial2 min drive
- Avalon Fishing Pier2 min drive
- Nags Head Woods Preserve7 min drive
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Full bath downstairs
Toilet · Shower only
Full bath upstairs
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Half Bath in Master Bedroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!
Spend time at the cutest beach box in the Outer Banks!
If you were looking for a monthly rental in the off-season, please reach out for discounted monthly rates.
Located at Mile Post 7, this oceanside beach box cottage named ‘The Mermaid Shanty’ is located just 2 blocks from the best lifeguarded beach on the central Outer Banks of North Carolina. The first thing that will catch your eye is the inviting screened in front porch, just waiting for you to sit and watch the sun come up & sip coffee or enjoy an afternoon cocktail! Sunbathe on the back deck in the afternoon or grill food by the fire pit at night. This home is a perfect getaway for families with children, couples, or a guys/girls week! Quiet street, 2 blocks to beach access, 2 blocks to Goombay’s Raw Bar and Grill, Publix, Food Lion, Lowes, & department stores located within walking distance.
The interior was professionally remodeled & decorated with beach inspired furnishings. There are 3 bedrooms & 2 1/2 bathrooms. One bedroom with a king bed, another with a queen bed, & a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds, sleeps-4 (perfect for children or adults). There is a locked storage underneath the house where there is a full bath with an enclosed shower, toilet and sink (perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach) & washer & dryer.
Also Included:
Keyless Entry
Towels & Linens at no extra charge
Beach Cruisers (3 Adult Cruisers), Kids Bikes, Boogie Boards, Skim Boards, Beach Chairs & Towels, Umbrella & Beach Wagon
Welcome Package:
Paper Towels (1), Toilet Paper (2), Trash Bags (2), Dish/Hand Soap & Sponge
We are a pet friendly home, there is a $125 + tax non-refundable pet fee
Cleaning Fee $175 + tax
Refundable Deposit $150
Pets are not allowed in bedrooms or on beds/furniture.
If you were looking for a monthly rental in the off-season, please reach out for discounted monthly rates.
Located at Mile Post 7, this oceanside beach box cottage named ‘The Mermaid Shanty’ is located just 2 blocks from the best lifeguarded beach on the central Outer Banks of North Carolina. The first thing that will catch your eye is the inviting screened in front porch, just waiting for you to sit and watch the sun come up & sip coffee or enjoy an afternoon cocktail! Sunbathe on the back deck in the afternoon or grill food by the fire pit at night. This home is a perfect getaway for families with children, couples, or a guys/girls week! Quiet street, 2 blocks to beach access, 2 blocks to Goombay’s Raw Bar and Grill, Publix, Food Lion, Lowes, & department stores located within walking distance.
The interior was professionally remodeled & decorated with beach inspired furnishings. There are 3 bedrooms & 2 1/2 bathrooms. One bedroom with a king bed, another with a queen bed, & a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds, sleeps-4 (perfect for children or adults). There is a locked storage underneath the house where there is a full bath with an enclosed shower, toilet and sink (perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach) & washer & dryer.
Also Included:
Keyless Entry
Towels & Linens at no extra charge
Beach Cruisers (3 Adult Cruisers), Kids Bikes, Boogie Boards, Skim Boards, Beach Chairs & Towels, Umbrella & Beach Wagon
Welcome Package:
Paper Towels (1), Toilet Paper (2), Trash Bags (2), Dish/Hand Soap & Sponge
We are a pet friendly home, there is a $125 + tax non-refundable pet fee
Cleaning Fee $175 + tax
Refundable Deposit $150
Pets are not allowed in bedrooms or on beds/furniture.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
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 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$125 PER PET non-refundable fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside, under home, or on decks.
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Kill Devil Hills
Located in Kill Devil Hills, this holiday home is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Glazin' Go-Nuts are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Travelling with kids? Consider Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Full Throttle Speedway.
Kill Devil Hills, NC
What's nearby
- Wright Brothers National Memorial - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
- Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
- Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
- Destination Fun - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
- Nags Head Woods Preserve - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Jolly Roger Restaurant - 15 min walk
- Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive
- Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint - 3 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
- Slice Pizzeria - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tonia Reed

We are a family of 5 that love to travel! Our oldest two are in college in AR. My husband, Robbie, our youngest & I live in the DC area. We fell in love with OBX on our first trip there. We are both from small towns, so we loved the small town feel! We have been dreaming of this house for years & are excited to be sharing it with you!
Why they chose this property
The cottage is within walking distance of the beach, Goombay’s Raw Bar & Grill and Publix. You can also take a leisurely bike ride to feel the breeze & explore the town!
What makes this property unique
Roku on TV with Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and HBO Max subscription INCLUDED!!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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