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Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!

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A man standing next to a bicycle with a basket, on a paved path with trees and a wooden structure in the background.
A German Shepherd dog on a leash on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
A room with a wooden wall, a window, a bicycle, a red chair, and a white table.
A two-story house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a fenced yard.
A two-story house with a front porch, a driveway, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located near the sea, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 16 guests and features 3 bathrooms. It includes 1 hot tub, 1 outdoor pool, and 1 bicycle. Enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and swimming, while the property offers a patio, porch, and balcony. Nearby attractions include Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve and Sea Scape Golf Links.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • 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.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Yard
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Scape Golf Links
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Beige/Pink

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Blue

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Guest Master

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Rec/Bunk Room

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Outdoor

Outdoor shower

Powder Room

Toilet

Shared

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!

Welcome to The Beech House, a spacious and family-friendly retreat tucked beside Sea Scape Golf Course and the beautiful Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve. This rare, heavily wooded area of Bodie Island offers a peaceful setting while keeping you close to the beach, shopping, biking trails, and walking paths.
Inside, the main living area is both comfortable and inviting, featuring a large-screen TV and surround sound. The well-equipped kitchen and spacious living and dining areas make it easy for everyone to gather, relax, and enjoy time together. The surround-sound system also extends to the screened porch, where you can conveniently adjust the volume.
The recreation room offers even more space for family fun with a large-screen TV, pool table, two queen bunk beds, and a futon for additional sleeping accommodations. Guests can also enjoy a collection of games, books, and toys for younger children, located in the china cupboard and inside the ottoman.
The primary bedroom includes a large TV, and HDMI attached device for viewing movies. It has an expansive private bathroom, and private back patio access to both the pool and the hot tub.
The guest primary bedroom is the only bedroom overlooking the pool, and has a rocking chair, and a large TV.
The two bunk rooms each feature a small DVD-ready TV and offer plenty of sleeping space with a full-size bottom bunk, twin-size top bunk, and twin-size trundle underneath. Please return items moved during your stay to original location before departure. DO NOT MOVE POOL TABLE
Outdoor Fun
The private pool area includes plenty of lounge chairs and several pool floats. A speaker connected to the home’s surround-sound system allows you to enjoy music outside, with the system and volume controlled from the screened porch.
The outdoor spaces also include a screened porch, hot tub, outdoor shower, and patio table. Beach supplies and yard games are stored in the garage for guests to enjoy. The porches and garage and the guests responsibility to maintain tidy, returning items to orderly location, and keep clear of debris, sand etc.
Umbrellas are also available poolside only — and may be used for short periods when ATTENDED with low wind and the weather conditions allow. A multi-color underwater pool light can be turned on from inside the home — for enhanced evening charm during the open-pool season.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are no baby items such as high chair, etc
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 fee per well-behaved pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ONLY permitted outdoors.
Do NOT miss trash days (Monday/Friday). All trash and recycled items MUST fit in the three containers, else excess trash fee of $50 will be imposed
Provide pictures on arrival and departure: Grill must be cleaned before departure to avoid a grill-cleaning fee. All dishes, pans must be cleaned.
Linen Fees if towels unlaundered, or comforters soiled. Use outdoor shower to remove swimsuits after returning from beach to avoid excess sand fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 299087
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: 16
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, 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

Kitty Hawk

Located in Sea Scape, a neighbourhood in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Monument to a Century of Flight and Wright Brothers National Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Paradise Fun Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider H2OBX Waterpark and Nor'Banks Sailing. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea Scape Golf Links - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 17 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bad Bean Baja Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach! on 11 Oct 2026 start from £547, 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.

Is Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the 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 is parking at Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to the Beech House: A Wooded Family- Friendly Retreat Close to the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve, Kitty Hawk Beach and Sea Scape Golf Links. Monument to a Century of Flight and Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar are also within 2 miles (3 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. 208 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 238 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for the family!! The host was amazing and communicated very well. Will stay again for sure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our total family of 14 that stayed here for a week and everyone had a great time. The house was clean, very roomy and plenty of amenities for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Craig was amazing. He was very communicative and was very accommodating. The stay was wonderful everyone enjoyed the house would 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home to stay at. Close to everything and the pool is a huge bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2026
Thank you and your family for coming back for a summer time visit - and for the lovely review. We are happy you enjoyed the pool this time, as you already got to know the charm of our unique neighborhood, and distinct home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation at OBX North Carolina. The house was in a perfect location to the beach. We enjoyed every morning watching the sunrise on shore and afternoons at the pool. Thank you for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at your vacation home! It was the perfect size for our family! You were easily accessible by text, and quickly responded! I would highly recommend your place to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well equipped and comfortable. The hosts were easy to reach and responded quickly regarding any questions we had. We hope to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Thank you ! You were a joy to have as guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing!! My family and I had a wonderful stay here. Craig was quick to respond when I had a question. The house was exactly as described, clean and spacious. The pool and hot tub were a popular place to hang out. We would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property for a family. Plenty of room to spread out. The teenagers especially like the third floor all to themselves. The pool was so refreshing and we enjoyed it every evening. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you would need to cook for a crew. It is a three minute drive to the beach where we easily found parking every day on Luke Street. There is a lifeguard right at the Luke Street beach access and porta potties there too. The owners were super communicative and helpful. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2026
We too are big fans of the Luke Street beach access also. The Eckner Street is SO convenient and also has great 'amenities' if commercial/retail options are preferred, but Luke Street is more our jam too. The "color" options with our pool lights make for an elevated evening experience, and so we were glad to hear your family enjoyed the pool area around the clock as we do.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonder place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you so much for the compliment. We have a unique home and neighborhood and were glad you could stay with us. Late August is indeed a wonderful time to come to such a wonderful place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craig and Judy were great hosts and very responsive! They communicated well before our stay, during our stay and even afterwards. The house was perfect for the families we had and our kids. Everyone had a great time and it was in a great location! Definitely will stay here again if we go back to visit the outer banks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you ! We would love to have you return. Location, location, location -- we TOO love our location. Far enough from beach to be safe in times of stormy weather, yet close enough for a quick bike ride, or daily stroll. In the summer time, that "coastal woods" we live in creates a nice shady and cool escape from the hot sand and hard surfaces. Let us know if you wish to find a window available for a return visit which we will discount -- as calendar does not seem to be very user-friendly with finding those openings.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!! Craig and judy have an awesome setup and are always a phone call away. Third time staying and will return again! Home away from home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very homey feel and relaxing. Plenty of space. Yard great fpr dogs. Neighborhood quiet and noce neighbors. Our stay was cold and windy, so we did not use jacuzzi, but would love to return in warmer weather. Loved the screened in back porch. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you and your family! It was a pleasure to have you and appreciate your comments about our neighbors. They REALLY are a major part of how wonderful the experience is for our guests to "Live like a Local" in what we consider the best neighborhood in OBX. Our guests will effectively live in a "Coastal Woods Reserve" for their stay. Hope to see you come back - we will give discount just let us know. There are some openings coming up - it doesn't look like it is easy for guest to "see the openings" so let me know if interested and we can waive the #days depending on the particular week but we do have at least some availability for each month - but mostly May, June & August, September.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great stay! Super accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
You chose a great time of year to enjoy to enjoy the area, our neighborhood and home. Quite the peaceful setting - thank you for choosing to stay in our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful and hosts were so far above expectations there are no words. Have never had a better experience! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Wowie zowie that sure is a nice report to hear ! We were also rather enamored with you as a guest — the housekeeping report was EXCELLENT. We were happy to support our 1st responders in the state. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great! House was wonderful and everything but food and beach towels furnished! Pool and hot tub were amazing! Will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you -- we too are faithful plungers in both the hot tub and pool. Even on chilly days the pool is a nice refresher after the hot tub.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outer banks

Great place to stay! Everything was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Wonderful to hear! Perfect? wow -- thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice neighborhood to walk my dog and ride bikes. Close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you -- although we love our home and amenities, it is the neighborhood that is the big draw when it gets right down to it, as it is extremely unique in the Outer Banks to have such a private, quiet, and SHADY location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot.

We had a great time at the Beech House. It was a wonderful home and everyone was completely satisfied with their bedroom. The house is comfortable and super clean. We loved the pool and screened in porch. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us - we are happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice home

Great location, nice neighborhood we've really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay in a great location

Wonderful house in a private and quiet neighborhood with lots of woods and places to walk. Beach is only a short, straight-line drive to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2021
Thank you Paula -- I think of you often, and your soothing words regarding reviews, etc. We look forward to your return next year, and glad you are able to make it a longer stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home!

We loved the pool! Good location and neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Thank you Kristen ! We hope to have you visit us again -- we may retire to that home though after 2022 season, possibly after 2023. In any case I can hardly wait !! We are very happy to hear how much you enjoyed our home and neighbors -- they really are awesome neighbors and many are very dear friends.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Great place always recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2024
Thanks so much Marco - it was our great pleasure to host your family and we hope you will choose to return again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beech House

Great house. Great location. Over stocked kitchen.Everything you could ever need!!We had a great time!! Pool was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Wow, thanks Cheryl -- we do try to keep well-stocked !

About the host

Hosted by Judy & Craig Miskill

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Home is our future retirement destination and is a replacement of the original home lost to tragic July 4th 2008 fire. Only the pool and portions of driveway remain.
The new construction was completed June 2009.
Golfing, surfing and gardening are the key activities that we enjoy. While at “The Beech House” we love swimming on the pool, evening lounges in the hot tub, and to go for daily bike rides and walks through neighborhood and along trails.

Why they chose this property

Sea Scape community offers easy access to EVERYTHING yet remains protected from storm systems coming from either the Atlantic Ocean (.5 mile), or the Albemarle Sound (2 miles). The mainland is a short jaunt for access to the water park, and potentially less-costly shopping and entertainment.
Kitty Hawk is a very family-oriented pet-friendly beach town with easy access to lots of fun things to do (surfing, fishing, boating, kayaking, biking, etc.), and interesting things to see (wild horses, lighthouses, bird watching, coastal woods and waterways, etc.).
Our friend/neighbor owns Corolla Jeep Adventures and the Wahoo charter fishing (as featured on 1st season of Wicked Tuna: North v. South). NOTE: Discounts may be available upon request.
The Beechwoods Resort is adjacent to the neighborhood which connects to miles of bike and walking trails through Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve, and offers short-term gym membership.
Avalon Pier offers bath house option just several miles south.

What makes this property unique

Walking/hiking and biking trails run through Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve. Private location among locals, well-protected from storm systems.
Neighborhood is “dead end set of cul de sacs” filled with congenial full-time residents. Although neighborhood has no pass-through traffic there is lots of pedestrian and pet traffic.
Satellite viewing from hot tub has a peak time surrounding 8pm - lots and lots of them!

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