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Near the sea, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features 5 bicycles, a patio, deck, and porch. Enjoy bodyboarding and water sports, while the property remains pet-friendly. Explore attractions like Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Games are also available for family fun.
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
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Kill Devil Hills, NC
beach
Place, beach
8 min walk
beach
Place, beach
20 min walk
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Place, Wright Brothers National Memorial
2 min drive
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
29 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.
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$125 PER PET non-refundable fee
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside, under home, or on decks.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2462173vb
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.
Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Wright Brothers National Memorial - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Glazin' Go-Nuts - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
The Jolly Roger Restaurant - 16 min walk
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint - 3 min drive
Circle K - 2 min drive
Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive
Slice Pizzeria - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?
As of 30 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! on 18 Sept 2026 start from £683, 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 at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! located?
This family-friendly Kill Devil Hills holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Jolly Roger Restaurant are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests