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Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!

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A cozy living area with a blue leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
Room
A sea turtle swimming near a rocky underwater surface.
Outdoor dining
A kitchen with a wooden table and two bar stools, a radiator, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This cottage offers space for 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features beachfront access and is pet-friendly. Enjoy nearby activities such as surfing, motorboating, and bodyboarding, while golf options cater to sports enthusiasts. Attractions include Kitty Hawk Beach and Paradise Fun Park.

Highlights

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Kitty Hawk Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kill Devil Hills Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!

This unique place has a style all its own! Completely renovated ground level surf shack apartment located conveniently on the Beach Road in Kill Devil Hills yet literally a stone throw away from the Kitty Hawk line! View the surf and sand from inside your bungalow apartment kitchen & living rooms! Skip across the road to private beach access! Knotty pine throughout in this 1955 year old one of a kind space! Easy access to all the OBX has to offer!
The space
This space adopted a Green Turtle - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful endangered species! No steps to contend with! Covered porch and propane grill greet you at the entrance which leads into full size kitchen and dining area for four. Spacious living room with smart TV, large L-shaped leather couch! Two bedrooms with closets & ceiling fans plus your own controlled AC/Heat in every room! One king bed and one queen! One full bath with tiled shower!

Enough parking for 1 vehicle preferably.
If your group is larger then 4 there are two other spaces that are available to be rented separately! Inquire with your host if you are interested in these spaces as well!
Guest access
Everything in your space is for your enjoyment including the propane grill and outdoor hose at entrance. Inside is all yours except for the locked owners closet.
Other things to note
One bath towel, wash cloth, beach towel, and beach chair provided per person !

Private beach access for all Pelican guests is directly across from driveway.

Nearest public beach access is Arch St!

**PET POLICY**
We welcome dogs with prior host approval. Dogs are the only pets allowed, and a maximum of one dog is permitted per reservation. Please contact the host immediately upon booking and provide your dog's breed and size for approval. Due to the close proximity to other guests, aggressive breeds are not permitted on the property. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside of the room, and owners are responsible for picking up and disposing of all dog waste in the outside trash bins. Please keep dogs off all beds and furniture. Additional cleaning required for pet hair, stains, odors, or other pet-related messes on bedding or furnishings may result in an extra cleaning charge. Thank you for helping us keep this home pet-friendly and people-ready!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pet fee/pet. No pets on furniture. Clean up.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Gather Used towels: Leave in a pile in hamper or bathroom. Leave beds alone - do not strip!

Throw trash away: Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house. Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away. 

Turn all lights off. Set AC to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure. Lock all doors & windows at your departure. If a key was used please put it back in lockbox.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Detailed house rules will be sent after booking. Questions? Ask your host! Any violation of outlined house rules can result in loss of damage deposit

Thank you for your interest in our home, please include a list of names and ages in your party and what brings you to the area. 

Dogs only; max 1 dog. Host approval required. Breed/size must be provided. No aggressive breeds. Leash required outside room.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3221730vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monument to a Century of Flight and Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse. Ready for a night out? Consider Jolly Roger Restaurant and Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

As of 11 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! on 9 Nov 2026 start from £291, 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 Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Kitty Hawk Beach and Paradise Fun Park. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Avalon Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Gia Nicole Palacorolla

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HELLO There! I moved to the OBX from Ellicott City, MD in 2013. I studied Human Nutrition, Foods & Exercise with an emphasis in Exercise & Health Promotion at Virginia Tech & put that knowledge to work on a daily basis as a Pilates Instructor at the only classical Pilates Studio in the OBX, The Presidio of Pilates! In addition to my education, my love for business & entrepreneurial spirit led me to Hosting! I CoHost multiple spaces in locations throughout the United States and as a Professional Referrer of hosting I take great joy in teaching folks how to start their own business hosting by themselves or with assistance. I have taught a course at the local church - The Path To Financial Freedom! I LOVE to TRAVEL - so reach out if you would like me to teach a course in YOUR home town in the US or Internationally!
Things that bring me great joy:
1. My relationships with my K9 Medusa, kitties Oli & Sassy, close friends & family, clients & guests!
2. Water (referring to all large bodies of water....not the beverage! ;)
3. Beach walks & Podcasts!
4. Meditation
5. Pilates
6. Quotes!!
I am grateful for every guest, & potential new host, I correspond with! I look forward to hosting YOU, your loved ones, and many more in the months and years to come...truly a labor of love! Should you need assistance in hosting your own property, I would be delighted to help you with that AS WELL!
Travel quotes that inspire:
~A good traveler has no fixed plans, & is not intent on arriving.
Laozi
~Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends, but is played out over & over again in the quietest chambers, that the mind can never break off from the journey.
Pat Conroy
~All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.
Martin Buber
~Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -- I took the one less traveled by, & that has made all the difference.
Robert Frost
~Remember that happiness is a way of travel - not a destination.
Roy M. Goodman

Why they chose this property

Completely renovated space from the 1950's with modern updates - steps away from your private dune to access the beach and Atlantic Ocean!

What makes this property unique

* Knowledge of local area

* Discounts with local businesses

Languages:

English

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