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OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!

Beach holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Pool

Place, Outer Banks Fishing Pier
Place, beach
Place, Jennette's Pier
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!

Summary:
Come see why guests keep coming back to OBX Life Vacation Rental Properties!
OBX Life I is a classic, oceanfront Outer Banks cottage with over 100 FIVE-STAR reviews—and counting!

Freshly Painted & Ready for You
Both the interior and exterior have just been painted (updated photos coming soon). This charming beach cottage offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, making it the perfect retreat for families or groups.

Sleeping Arrangements

Upstairs:
• Master bedroom with king bed & private full bathroom
• 2nd bedroom with queen bed
• 3rd bedroom with twin + full bed (shared hall bath)

Downstairs:
• 2nd master bedroom with king bed
• Bunk room with two bunk sets
• Full hall bathroom

Guest Favorite Feature
A high-capacity ice maker to keep your coolers full and your beach drinks icy cold—perfect for long days in the sun!

Unbeatable Views & Relaxation
Enjoy unobstructed sunrises from the rear covered deck with a 6-person hot tub, and relax in the evenings with gorgeous sunsets from the front screened-in porch.

Steps from Outer Banks Pier & Fish Heads Bar
Just 300 feet to the Outer Banks Pier—fish, stroll, or enjoy live music and drinks at Fish Heads Oceanfront Grill, voted Best Beach Bar on the OBX 5 years in a row!

Private Pool & Beach Access
Take advantage of your private pool (open May 15 – Oct 1) and private walkway to the beach for easy sand-and-surf access.

Quiet, Scenic South Nags Head
Located in a peaceful residential area with bike and walking paths, only 3.2 miles to outlet shopping, and 10 minutes to Oregon Inlet Fishing Center—be there by 4:00 PM to watch the charter boats bring in fresh tuna, dolphin, and wahoo.

Perfect for Summer Vacations or Off-Season Getaways!
Whether you're planning a full summer escape or a cozy off-season weekend, OBX Life I is the perfect home base.

Linens Included
All rentals include bed linens and bath towels—just pack your beach gear!

***** This house DOES NOT have a elevator*********

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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Private in ground 12x24 pool, maintained weekly

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Charge may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

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

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

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.

About the area

Nags Head

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. While the natural beauty of Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Jennette's Pier. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Jennette's Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Outlets Nags Head - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Bodie Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬1 min drive
‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head holiday home is just steps away from Outer Banks Beaches and Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Jennette's Pier and Whalebone Junction are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

20 Oct 2025

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

Every room was very clean! We were very pleased with this rental. Location was great! Right next to Fish heads pier! Loved it!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

10 Oct 2025

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

My friends and I had an awesome time here. The house was clean, spacious, and you can't beat the location. I'd love to come back again sometime.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

11 Oct 2025

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

Everything was perfect including the weather!!!!Unbelievable . . .

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

13 Sept 2025

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

Loved this classic OBX house. Plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen well stocked. Location was awesome right on the beach and next to the pier. Owner was very responsive and honest. We left some items in the home at checkout and he notified us right away and agreed to mail them to us! Would stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

31 May 2025

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

Awesome beach location

Our family loved the house- the location on the beach was perfect for the kids, and the adults spend hours on the porch watching the sunrise, dolphins and waves.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

8 Apr 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

4 out 0f 5 stars

We had a great time. The rental is in a great location and has lots of room. It wasn't as clean as we thought it should be, but we had our own cleaning stuff with, so we cleaned the dirty areas up ourselves.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

21 Aug 2024

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

Great Beach House

Great Beach house; easy check in process and perfect location. Owner was easy to reach as needed. We had a wonderful trip

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

24 Sept 2023

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

Vacation

Fun vacation, great location

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

16 May 2024

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

Great get away

Had a great time house has a awesome veiw seen plenty of dolphins from the back deck of house and the hot tub was a nice bonus.My only regret was not booking a longer trip.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

10 Jul 2024

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

Incredible beach house with a wonderful host!

We had a family reunion at the Outer Banks and Mike’s house was perfect to accommodate multiple family with the ages ranging from 1 to 68. We were traveling from California and Mike was always very quick to respond to all the questions we had leading up to the incredible trip. The house was beautiful and the location was amazing. We will be back for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

1 Nov 2023

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

Perfect Family Vacation House

This house was wonderful for our little family getaway. The location was walking distance to a great bar with food at the pier. Great private access to the beach. Beautiful view of the pier and ocean. The owner was readily available for a few small questions. Highly recommend this house!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan C.

25 Jun 2024

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

Nice place close to beach

Dryer damaged some clothes. Lint trap pocket in dryer needs to be removed and cleaned up so that trap can be placed all the way in.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

17 Sept 2024

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

lousy weather

We were bummed with the weather. We also thought it was weird you didn't supply just a few basics so when you get in late at night you don't have to find a store and buy toliet paper and hand soap. We left some for the next guests. PS We forgot to start the dishwasher. Sorry!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin M.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointed in the condition of the house and lack of amenities

The location of the property is 5 star. The house was worn and needs to be updated. All beds are extremely uncomfortable and had a piece of foam between the mattress and mattress cover. One piece of foam was torn into two pieces. Most of the furniture was a hodge pod; some looking like it was purchased from a used furniture store. The family room furniture was new and comfortable. We picked up bedding from a container outside the house and had to make the beds. We were surprised by a last minute email from the owner that we had to buy all supplies, trash bags, soap, dishwasher pods, etc. Total nightly cost of the stay was about the same I pay for a 5 star condo in Maui but it felt more like a Days Inn level property. When we contacted the owner about need for more towels, he responded quickly and accommodated the request. While we had a good time in the Outer Banks, the accommodations were disappointing.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heather H.

28 May 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

ROACHES!!

Unfortunately we were unable to enjoy our stay here. Coming to celebrate my parents’ 50th anniversary, we were disappointed after a 9-hour drive to find several German cockroaches as soon as we arrived. I immediately contacted the property owner with pictures of the roaches we found, and he put me in touch with another property coordinator, Doreen. Although Doreen was very nice and sympathetic, they were unable to accommodate us at any other beachfront property nor did they offer to refund us. If it weren’t for my elderly parents who came only for the beachfront experience and were too exhausted to move, I would have left immediately. Even after an exterminator was sent out, we continued to find multiple live roaches daily throughout the entire house (even in the bedrooms!), which truly made for an unpleasant experience. The house is dated and in need of small repairs, but most importantly they need to stop renting for a while to handle the roach problem. For a place this expensive, dealing with a roach infestation is just unacceptable. Do yourself a favor, and pick one of the dozens of other beachfront rentals available along the Nags Head strip.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

1 Jun 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not a good experience

A roach crawled out of the stove when we turned it on the first night so we looked around & found several more roaches- living & dead. We messaged the Host who promptly scheduled pest control. They pulled out the stove, saw roaches, and sprayed. They said the existing bait in the cabinets was still good. We killed roaches all week in the fridge, on counters, and in bedrooms. SO STRESSFUL! Also had dark/murky hot tub water due to no chlorine in the dispenser & very dirty filter. Maintenance had us drain & refill the water. Host was again responsive & apologetic. He offered a refund “14 days after the review period is over” and wrote: “we hope that you do not leave a public review about the roaches.” It’s hard to say if any amount of money could make up for roaches in your vacation rental, but we thought maybe we could feel satisfied that the owner had made things right with us. We naively asked if we could know how much before we would forego a review. We now understand this can be construed as extortion since Vrbo emailed telling us “the host has contacted us regarding your messages, saying that you requested a refund in exchange for a good review.” I felt terrible reading that email bc I was just innocently trying to decide whether I could say ‘this place was awful & I’d never go again’ or ‘there were issues but the owner totally made up for it.’’ But to be clear - refund or not - our honest review is that our whole vacation was really tarnished by all the roaches & drama :(

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myla S.

16 Sept 2025

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

This house was great & had everything we needed for a vacation! We loved the hot tub & the covered front porch. The chairs on the back deck were really nice too. The weather was cool so we didn’t use the pool but we looked at it & it was good. There are beach chairs under the house which was perfect for us since we didn’t have extra room to pack ours. There’s a water hose on each end of the house as well to was your feet & in our case spray off the windows of our vehicles bc they got terribly dirty from all the sand blowing. It’s a straight shot to the beach & I loved the view of it from the back deck. The owner was responsive anytime I messaged which I appreciated. I’m sure anyone who stays here will be well satisfied! Thank you for allowing us to use your home!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

16 Aug 2025

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

There was not one thing that I could say that is negative about our stay. Everything was so so great. Our host was incredible. The house was perfect. We will book this place again. We had the best vavation ever !!! Thank you so much.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

22 Jul 2025

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

Absolutely relaxing

The location and comfort of this home is everything OBX. The spaces are comfortable, the amentities sufficient, the response form the owner was quick. The pool is in a great location for keeping sand out of it! The hot tub overlooks the dune for early morning sun rise soaks. We had a wonderful time and experience in this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry V.

5 May 2025

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

Nags Head Getaway

Spring break with my wife and daughter and our grandson. Great quiet location on the beach. All shopping and restaurants within a 5 - 10 minute drive. Early morning sunrise with coffee was amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

14 Apr 2025

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

Beautiful home and location

The house was beautiful and spacious with plenty of room for 9 adults. The location was perfect with the view of the ocean from the house and the bar and grill just down the beach. The hot tub was simple to operate and worked well. It was perfect for an early season stay. We spotted dolphins swimming in the ocean from the porch. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils. Convenient location with short drive to plenty of restaurants and shops.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

22 Mar 2025

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

Great Location!

The location of the property is perfect for a family vacation. Beautiful view and close to restaurants and other attractions. Communication with the host was great! We had an issue getting into the house when we first arrived. I messaged Mike and he got back to me right away! We enjoyed our stay and have been talking about a trip back!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Randall B.

12 Nov 2024

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

Quiet and close to beach and pier

this was a nice house. we enjoyed the beach views from the porch and hot tub. walking distance to pier and pier restaurant. beds are really showing their age but we were not picky sleepers. Had to make our own beds but I think we read this in the listing. I would stay here again but would hope the beds are refreshed by then.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

3 Oct 2024

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

An Amazing Time on the OBX

Our family of eleven -- with five grandchildren (ages 8-12) -- stayed at the OBX Classic Oceanfront from Monday afternoon through Saturday morning, September 23-28, and were well accommodated by this lovely Vrbo with its private access to the beach. We enjoyed this homebase immensely as our primary vacation experience with the sand, the waves, and the rising of the sun always available -- and with the hot tub and outdoor pool as pluses. Then we took our trips out to lovely experiences -- two lighthouses, The Wright Brothers National Monument, NC Aquarium, the sand dunes, laser tag, and of course wonderful restaurants. We enjoyed making meals together, morning coffees on the deck, and family movies in the evenings. As noted above, everything about our stay was exceptional!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

4 Sept 2024

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

OBX 2024 Family Vacation

We all had the best family vacation ever. Location was perfect and the house was amazing. We were missing a tv remote in the master bedroom and our host had a new one delivered within a few hours. The ice maker was a game changer! If we don't have any additional people next year, we will be back for sure! The only reason that I gave it four stars for cleanliness was because my son in law, who is an HVAC technician noticed some mold on some of the AC registers. I would have never noticed!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Olson

Meet the Olsons!

Mike and Renee fell in love — both with each other and with the Outer Banks — during their college summers here. Renee worked in local shops and the iconic Captain Frank’s, while Mike was a lifeguard with the Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head beach teams.

Now living in Chesterfield, VA with their kids, Meganne and Max, and dogs Bo and Boomer, they still spend as much time as possible at the beach they love.

Their vacation homes, OBX Life I, OBX Life II, and OBX Life IV all reflect that same passion for the coast.
🏖 OBX I: A 5-bedroom oceanfront home with incredible views and private beach access — classic, roomy, and full of charm.
🌊 OBX II: A 3-bedroom family favorite with a pool, just steps from the beach, restaurants, and Jennette’s Pier.
OBX Life IV A 6 Bedroom 7 bath with elevator in the heart off Kill Devil Hills and a block from the beach

Mike and Renee love sharing their homes and helping guests create their own OBX memories.

All the houses are reasonably priced and offer great value for the premium locations that they are in.

Come and create some great memories in the Outer Banks!

"everyday's different at the beach"

Why they chose this property

Our guest are in love with the house because we try and keep the house a traditional beach cottage feel. Sitting on the back porch watching the sunrise or the porpoises play in the surf. Oceanfront offers it all. South Nags Head is away from all the heavy traffic and the beach is less crowded.

What makes this property unique

SO MUCH TO DO! Sitting in the hot tub overlooking the ocean is incredible. Or grabbing your fish rod and walking down the beach to the pier. Or taking a break from the beach and relaxing in the hammock at the pool. This house has it all.
"traditional beachfront cottage!!"

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10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Lynn D.

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Ian D.

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Marilyn W.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Pamela D.

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

Awesome beach location

Meg L.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

4 out 0f 5 stars

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Great Beach House

Richard M.

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Vacation

William S.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Great get away

Shannon C.

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Incredible beach house with a wonderful host!