As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views
Now booking the 2026 Season. Completed in 2024 - All new decks! Completed in 2023 - all new siding and windows.
The house was most recently featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt as Ocean Dreams.
This BEAUTIFUL Old Nags Head style home is oceanfront, with uninterrupted views of the beach and ocean with an affordable price tag!
The Sea Urchin Inn is located in a quiet area of the Outer Banks, yet is still close to great local restaurants, shopping, and family attractions.
This comfy beachy cottage is the perfect beach getaway and has everything you need for a great family vacation. You and your family will enjoy the large, uncrowded, and family oriented beach.
Our spacious floor plan includes a living room, a bright and sunny kitchen and dining area with plenty of seating for the entire family.
Relax with your morning cup of coffee on the sun deck with your ocean view - enjoying the cool breeze and relaxing ocean sounds. Spend your days sunbathing or splashing around with the kids at the beach. Come back and let your stress drift away under the stars while listening to the ocean sounds. Enjoy cooking your meals out on our charcoal grill or preparing them in the well stocked kitchen...and if you don't feel like cooking you're just a few minutes away from the best restaurants the OBX has to offer!
If your family has been looking to turn their vacation into wonderful memories, look no further because you've reached your paradise at the Sea Urchin Inn!
We hope you will make The Sea Urchin Inn the vacation house you return to year after year.
The Sea Urchin Inn is located on a quaint and quiet street at MP 20.5, close to many fishing piers and Oregon Inlet.
Property Layout:
4 bedrooms Master: 1 King Downstairs Master: 1 King 3rd Bedroom: 2 Twin Bunks - 4 total twins 4th Bedroom: 1 Twin Bed, 1 Pyramid Bunk - upper twin/lower full 2 full bathrooms Cable Free WiFi
Ground Level: Enclosed outside shower and charcoal grill
Bottom Level of Cottage: Second master bedroom with King bed, flat screen TV/Cable, sliding glass door opens to ocean. Bedroom with 2 Twin Bunks (4 total twin beds). Bedroom with one twin bed and one pyramid bunk (twin top/full size bottom), TV/Cable, sliding glass door opens to ocean. Full hall Bathroom with combination tub/shower. Laundry room with washer and dryer.
Top Level: Main King master bedroom with flat screen TV/Cable, in suite bathroom. Living room with flat screen TV/Cable and DVD player. Fully stocked large kitchen and dining area. Sliding glass doors open to top deck to ocean and beach.
Linens: Comforters, pillows, bath mats, and kitchen towels are provided. You provide your own linens (sheets, pillowcases, shower and beach towels) or they can be rented through a local company. Recommendations can be provided.
During Summer Season Turnover Day: Saturday (mid May to end of September). Off season turnover can be arranged for any day.
3 Night minimum stay during non peak summer season.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Rental Agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking. E-sign request will be sent shortly after booking. Copy of government issued ID required.
Non Smoking Only. Family Groups Only. $400 security deposit hold will be applied to the card on file 2 days before arrival.
Please read rental agreement below (blue link) prior to booking for all other terms and conditions.
Important information
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Property # 651752vb
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
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 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
Nags Head
Located in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Full Throttle Speedway. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and ecotours nearby.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 5 min drive - 8.5 km
Bodie Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
Jennette's Pier - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 9 min drive
KFC - 8 min drive
Sam & Omie's - 8 min drive
Sea Chef - 7 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views on 30 May 2026 start from £770, 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 As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views located?
This South Nags Head holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Outer Banks Beaches, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Pamlico Sound. Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Bodie Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
VIEWS! VIEWS! VIEWS! Out every window except 1 back bedroom-even the laundry room! The only concern is the steep steps and banister with couch up against for small children-fear of falling either down steps or over back of couch. But if constantly aware/watching (we moved couch away so if kiddo went over back would just hit floor not down steps) it’s doable The house had such old charm and was just perfect. Open floor plan-kids doing puzzle on the table, sitting on the couch drinking cup coffee with the most GORGEOUS ocean soothing your cares away. Incredible sunrises. Incredible sunsets behind you! Hide tide literally came under the house. I seriously could move in forever!
Kim T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2026
The couch upstairs by the banister is normally kept a couple of feet away so no one can climb over. It looks like someone moved it, so we put it back for safety. Thanks for understanding!
You also happened to visit during a very unique time. We are truly oceanfront, but the ocean only reaches under the house for about a week each year during a nor’easter. It’s definitely unusual to see! Normally, even at high tide, there are about 50 yards of beach out front. The town of Nags Head also does beach renourishment every couple of years to help maintain the shoreline.
We’re so glad you loved your stay and described the views and the fun so beautifully. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us — we’d love to host you anytime!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amanda E.
7 May 2017
Great family vacation
We loved this house! The location was perfect. You can't beat the front deck view! Would definitely stay here again.
Amanda E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your time and look forward to having you back. We agree the view cannot be beat! Thanks for being such great guests.
Just what we were looking for, and the location is amazing!
elizabeth s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stephen T.
21 Feb 2017
Awesome
Off season in the OBX rocks and this place was perfect for my family.
Stephen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your time. We love the off season and your family definitely was blessed with wonderful weather! We'd be glad to have you back anytime!
Wonderful beach front property, kitchen very well equipped. Loved waiving the sunrise from the upper deck.
Brian E.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Brian, we would love to have you back. Thank you for being such a great guest.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
lindsay b.
29 Jul 2023
Stunning Views
Location is great and the views are stunning! You seriously cannot get better views. Looking forward to coming back!
lindsay b.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David S.
1 May 2017
Lovely views, amazing location
Beautiful home, we would see dolphins in the morning swimming by. One evening we saw a whale. All while sitting on the deck of the house.
David S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks for the kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your time and appreciate the beautiful photos you sent us. Dolphin and whale watching are always great from the deck. We've even been blessed to see them in the winter from the comfort of the couch and dining table. We look forward to having you back again.
We had a wonderful time at The Sea Urchin! You can’t beat the location - it is right on the beach which we truly enjoyed.
We were there with four adults and a baby. We had plenty of space for everyone. It was nice they had a high chair and a gate to block the stairway for the baby.
We had a wonderful time and would love to stay there again. Thank you!
Cindy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Roy S.
27 May 2017
We loved it!
We have stayed in Nags Head many times over the years. This is our favorite location yet. We fell asleep every night to the sound of the waves, and woke up every morning to dolphins swimming right in front of us. Elizabeth was very helpful. We will definitely be back!
Roy S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your time and look forward to having you back again! We agree the location is wonderful and love falling asleep to the sound of the ocean.
Our stay at the Sea Urchin Inn was incredibly relaxing! The sound of waves crashing against the shore, the salty breeze, and the stunning ocean views made for the perfect family getaway. The house itself was spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed a few lazy days on the beach, reading from the upper and lower decks, watching three amazing sunrises, and hunting for shells. Overall, it was a wonderful and rejuvenating experience!!
Didn't find the home to be very clean. Much evidence of dogs having stayed there previously. Owner was very responsive to needed repairs. Found kitchen to be very well equipped. Overall our family enjoyed the home and had a great time.
Larry P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Shelley L.
30 Mar 2016
Beautiful Beach Vacation
Great place for the price, a few little things that the owners quickly responded to, like a broken coffee maker that they brought in a back up for, and deep sand covering the parking area (They told us where we could park one of our vehicles, but we had to work with the neighbors to use their parking when the 4-wheel drive went out on our truck). Totally worth every little quirk though! We loved being RIGHT ON THE BEACH! Great being there off season too with so little traffic and a nice quiet time with family in this spacious house.
Shelley L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Things do malfunction from time to time but we are glad it was just a coffee maker and were able to have it replaced quickly. We provide two coffee makers, a standard and a Keurig, which was not malfunctioning. Our neighbors are typically very easy to work with on parking, as a few of us will have issues from time to time from strong storms that roll in during the off season. We received our permit to have the sand moved a few days after your stay so the parking area is now clear of any deep sand and completely parkable.
This house is located right on the ocean. If you choose, you can wake up as the sun slowly rises over the ocean. First, you'll see the horizon appear out of the darkness, then you'll be treated to the beauty of a sunrise, all from the comfort of a bed, again if you so choose. Everything else about the rental was fine, easy to eat, sleep, wake up, relax, and stay in this house. Memorable. Whalebone seafood nearby was excellent place to find what to cook in the well-equipped kitchen.
What a delightful beach house! I took my kids and family for spring break and, while too cold to enjoy the water and occasionally too windy to even go outside, we enjoyed the sight and sound of the ocean from every window!!
There is a lot of sand and you have to walk through it after using the outdoor shower (which has hot water - nice surprise!!!), so I recommend keeping a bucket of water near the door to rinse your feet after a walk on the beach.
Overall a really amazing experience. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
We did not get to enjoy the beach as high winds made it impossible/painful to be on the beach. Blowing sand buried the first few steps to the house (and caused damage to our car). But once we got unpacked the panoramic views of the crashing waves, the pelicans navigating the winds and the constantly changing clouds awed and entertained us!
Mary L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sarah O.
5 Mar 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Needs TLC - we left a day early
The location is nice - easy access to lots of OBX sights and activities and right on the beach. Unfortunately, the place is very run down. Every lamp was broken in some way. The slip covers on the sofas don't fit and looked very "used". Painting doesn't seem to have been done in a long time - giant chips off of the woodwork. Fireplace didn't work. Dirty windows. Rusted metal accessories. Towel bars falling out of the wall. No wifi. The kitchen seems to have been updated somewhat, but overall the place was just not good. We left a day early.
Sarah O.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We truly want every guest to have an amazing beach experience. That being said unless a guest reaches out to us we can not be given the opportunity to meet each persons individual expectation. Our cleaning company arrived to our house after this rental to find every room rearranged during her 3 day stay. Nothing was left in its original place to include new shower curtains that were purchased and installed without liners, new pillow cases, and new bedspreads. While we respect each individual guest’s taste we have our house decorated a certain way for a reason and would prefer guests did not rearrange the home. We say multiple times in our listing the fireplace is inactive as the town of Nags Head does not allow propane fireplaces on oceanfront properties for safety reasons. All lamps are functional but on switches which seems to be confusing for this guest. We painted the entire house less than 5 years ago as well as having WiFi since that time. The WiFi password is posted upstairs and downstairs and on the refrigerator as well as the counter. The windows are cleaned between each rental but the house is oceanfront so sea spray will always accumulate on the glass. The only communication we received from the guest was to say she was leaving a day early because the weather was poor. We wish she would have brought the other points to our attention so we could walk her through some of her challenges with our home.
Verified
8/10 Good
Julia J. B.
27 Jul 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
great location and owners, house needs some love
We loved the location of the house and the owners were responsive to our concerns: we bought a hose to hose down the dogs and help with filling a water bucket as the outdoor shower requires a walk through the sand. The owners reimbursed us. We also bought some door hooks and hangers for the closets which they reimbursed us for. There were a number of other items that we provided direct feedback about to the owners that they said they would work on, most notably the safety concerns of the old deck, which had loose railings, protruding nails and some missing pieces that could lead to a serious accident. Less imperative items we let them know about include discomfort of the mattresses, needing to have light bulbs in the lamps, having lamps near outlets, having more outdoor furniture to actually enjoy the view and installing some sort of gate on the porch so dogs don't run off and away (my husband made one with rope that worked for our stay). With a little bit more love and care, this house has the potential for a five star review and I hope to see a review imminently that states the aforementioned concerns have been remedied, as promised by the owners.
Julia J. B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
4/10 Poor
sandy j.
7 Oct 2016
Great view and location, but that's about it, expected better for the price.
Although the owners are very nice and were in touch with us during our stay due to other issues, I would personally not stay here again. Your home is only as clean as you keep it, or in this case, pay someone else to do it. Of course I vacuumed before we left even though my dog does not shed but I am sure no one would have noticed if I didn't. When I checked under the beds to make sure nothing was left behind. I found numerous wads of "dust bunnies", a band-aid a sock(not ours) and tissues. The beds were a joke, mattresses were awful, felt like I was sleeping in a hole and forget the conditions of the mattress pads,gross. My daughter spotted a shirt between the couch and the wall that someone left. The kitchen, yes, recently upgraded, but it wouldn't hurt to get a broom between the counter and the refrigerator once in awhile.These are all things I would expect the cleaning person to take care of and notice especially for the price we paid. I planned on cooking there, but could not bring myself to do it, so instead we had take out. They offer a grill, but you can get a better grill at your local park. So honestly, the view and location can't be beat, but I can't help but feel we were taken advantage of because this is all they have going for them. I am sure there are plenty of CLEAN houses that have the same,maybe even better, views and beach access. Maybe some vacationers don't mind some of these things, which may be why it is the way it is, but I do mind and expect a little better for the price, especially when you hire someone and expect them to keep your house in good shape.
sandy j.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are really surprised by this review as the only communication we had with this guest was to send back out the cleaning company because they wanted new shower curtain liners put in the two bathrooms. We have plenty in stock for them to change out so this was no issue and our cleaning company did come back. We are always happy to send them back if a guest feels something was left inadequate but this was our first request this entire season. At the time of sending the cleaning company back I told the guest to keep them as long as they wished if they found anything else they were not happy with as we do pay very good money for a cleaning service and do expect things to be turned over in a clean condition to the next renter. I did speak with this guest directly after the cleaning company left to verify she was happy and she voiced no other concern. The master bedroom mattress is a king size pillow top Sealy mattress that we personally had put in the house in January of this year to the tune of $3000. Maybe it is too soft for some people, but I did put it in for my comfort in mind as it is the same type of mattress that I prefer at my home as I like to feel like I’m sleeping on a cloud – you cannot please everyone with your choice of mattress unfortunately. If the kitchen was dirty to the point she did not feel comfortable cooking why did this guest not have them re-clean it when they were sent back? No one really wants to cook on vacation – I get it – but do not blame it on a cleanliness issue. We actually had two grills at the location so I’m again not sure what that comment is about. We also keep a brand new grill in storage at the location because of the extreme oceanfront location we have to replace them multiple times a year due to the elements. If she had voiced her displeasure in the grill I would have had a new one brought out of storage. Overall, we cannot please everyone and had no problem sending back the cleaning company when this guest contacted us. The house has a great location - you will not get better views or closer to the ocean without being on a boat which is why we have many happy and returning guests.
The pictures do not do justice to the amazing views from this beachfront house. Check in was so easy; house was clean. Owner was very responsive via text. Excellent off-season getaway!
we rented the property for the week of my son's wedding. Other than Tropical Storm Ian and the wind gusts is was a fantastic stay.
It was very hard with the wind and sand to enter and exit to our vehicles. But otherwise it was very good.
We really enjoyed our week at the Sea Urchin. The house is literally on the beach. The kitchen was sufficiently equipped with pots and pans and we cooked in most nights, and rarely left the beach!! Thank you so much!
INCREDIBLE ocean front location and EXCELLENT customer care!
The ocean front location of this property and the care provided to us by Lucas and Elizabeth Munn (owners and rental agents) were fantastic! The property is older and is showing signs of the wear and tear: we had several major maintenance related issues but Lucas was easily accessible by phone (and email) and responsive to every need. A priority was placed on the repairs and ultimately they were done to our complete satisfaction. The views and access to the beach are unmatched: the neighbors (owners and renters both) were lovely to meet and share the (almost private!) beach with. It is challenging to keep the sandy environment outside of the home. It is also a pet friendly home.
Dennis M.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Elizabeth & Lucas OBX Beach Paradise Vacations
My husband and I both grew up vacationing every year in the Outer Banks.
My family was the beach bum type. My mom has always been a lover of the beach so we spent every vacation on the beach as much as possible. From building sand castles, swimming, floating, boogie boarding, and having a nap on the beach...we knew how to relax! To this day my favorite thing to do is pack a picnic and eat lunch by the ocean. Seafood was always on the menu while at the beach so my dad would catch fish for us or go get us steamed crabs and shrimp!
My husbands family was more about the experience. They enjoyed visiting the aquarium, finding the best local restaurants, and playing putt putt. They knew how to find an adventure!
The two of us together are a pretty good mix of the two. We enjoy going and finding adventures but also love a good nap by the ocean.
Why they chose this property
The views out of every window are breathtaking. We love Nags Head. Here we really feel like we are away from it all - yet can still drive to everything within a few miles.
What makes this property unique
We consider this house our Tahiti in Nags Head. It's not an over the water bungalow - but it's as close as you will get!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests