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Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

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Exterior
Exterior
Porch and Deck
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Room`

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twins

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

I'm going to talk you out of renting this house before I give you reasons to do so - Please Read negative reviews first, this is a unique 1963 cottage and location, and it's not suitable for everyone. If you have a tendency to need perfection, not read entry instructions, or want a quiet location, this is not a good fit.

It is a PET FRIENDLY HOUSE!!! No fees, no limits on number, size or weights going forward. We have combined pet and cleaning fees - if you don't bring a dog, please realize we can't get every hair from under every bed between guests every time.

The SeaWitch is 62 years old this year, and there is a chance, despite monthly treatment by Professional One Pest Control, bait and sprays, that a roach might find it's way in again - we had one incident with a phobia last year I do NOT want to repeat. I don't want to ruin anyone's vacation, so please do not book if you or a family member has an issue with this possibility.

Dee takes a great deal of pride in keeping the house clean, but if food is left out, ants are also a possibility. Before knocking a star off - please let Dee know of ANY issues. She wants you to be happy.

All future guest contact is being handled by Delores Woodard (Dee) my housekeeper. Her number will be at the top of the entry information which you will receive after the rental agreement is returned.

Short Description: 1960s cottage restored and improved in 2015 with new HVAC, new TVs, new Stainless Steel Appliances including induction range, quiet dishwasher; new beds & flooring, very dog friendly (we do accept multiple dogs) with 4' high welded wire COMPLETELY fenced yard, right on beach road, close to everything, 75 yards to beach access, NOT a quiet location due to beach road traffic! Sun-Sun changeover during summer season, check in any day with 2 or 3 day minimum during the offseason.

Full Description (please read before asking questions!):

*THERE WILL BE NO OCCUPANT ON GROUND FLOOR, JUST STORAGE*

The SeaWitch is meant for those looking for a classic, slightly worn cottage with modern conveniences - central A/C, stainless appliances, Dish Network DVR system with 65" TV, and reliable DSL WiFi. There are 3 bedrooms, the "Yellow" room with a soft foam king bed, the "Blue" room queen firm foam "Tempur-pedic" bed, and the "Green" room has 2 foam mattress twins. The bathroom has a tiled shower / tub, cabinet style vanity, and lots of hooks to make sharing easy. There is also a nice large outside shower, completely rebuilt and repainted with new controls and showerhead.

The house is very dog friendly - large yard completely contained with 4' welded wire fence (generally dog proof so far, but I'm sure a determined dog could dig out) with attached to wood fencing; we have fencing around the kitchen stairs so dogs can be let into the yard without having to go outside.

The beach access is located on the Kill Devil Hills / Nags Head town line, which means the rules are different if you go left or right at access - Nags Head allows dogs on leashes year round but KDH restricts dogs on beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day between 9am and 6pm. So, you basically have to turn right at the access to go into Nags Head during the summer.

Kitchen features an "Induction" range, and is fully equipped for fairly involved cooking with quality cookware, dutch ovens, pots, pans, sharp knives, roast pan, etc.

50 year old milled wood T&G walls in the great room would have some great stories to tell, some you can see just by looking at the scars. LVT floor throughout the entire house. A 3 ton central A/C.

We will only rent to adults over 25 and families, with families much preferred... sorry kids, no beach weeks.

Cleaning fee includes sheets and bath towels for each bedroom (enough for 6 people) and includes as many dogs as you want - please do not abuse this, and tip Dee if you think she'll earn it.

You will need to bring your own beach towels.

When you exit the cottage driveway turn right to head towards 8th street that is an easy 1 minute walk to direct public access on the left (ocean side) and a boardwalk to the beach.

Under the porch there is plenty of space to store your fishing rods and beach accessories. There is a large outside shower as well.

Washer and dryer in utility room on ground level.

Beach Items: There are at least two chairs, coolers, a heavy duty beach umbrella like you get from the rental places, a fat tire beach cart, and some other odds and ends in the utility room.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this holiday home is in the city centre. Seaside Art Gallery and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Destination Fun and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Glazin' Go-Nuts are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Destination Fun - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 288 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay with our dogs. They loved the big back yard and the Less than 2 min walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice stay for 4 nights, the rental is just as described, great location for our stay for the Hot Rod Festival. Dee was great in communicating on our questions before we booked the stay. nice yard for the dog and plenty of parking . Will like to stay again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. A 2 minute walk to the beach, good places to eat in walking distance, great big fenced in yard for the dogs, deck was phenomenal to sit on, tvs in each room, nice dining room table, sofa, kitchen and bedrooms. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was just as described, kitchen wonderfully stocked, rooms were comfortable and the backyard was great! The location was perfect! We could walk to the beach, walk to grab coffee, just great. We had one hiccup with a hairdryer that didn’t want to cooperate. We reached out to the property manager and she was so nice and came out that day to bring a new hairdryer. 10/10 will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house and the amazing porch and fenced in yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this house last minute for my kids spring break the house was perfect and In a great location. The owner and manager were very responsive and we even got to check in a little early! I would recommend this 100 to my friends and family. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place to extend our stay for our April week in Frisco. The house is very comfortable and very clean. Our dogs loved the huge yard. We ate breakfast at Sam and Omies which was fantastic. Our dinner was at Noosa’s beach grill and I can’t say enough positive things about the fabulous food and specialty drinks! The staff was very welcoming. We bought treasures from local artists at The Artsy Octopus and we visited and bought treasures from the Shipwreck on the Causeway. This house is conveniently located to just about everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place! Clean, comfortable, quiet, and great yard for our pup we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SeaWitch is a wonderful house! It's light and bright with lots of space. The beds were incredibly comfortable, which made for a great nights sleep. The fenced yard was huge and my dogs loved playing out there. The kitchen was the most well-appointed kitchen of any house I've stayed in. The pots and pans are high quality, the knives were sharp and there were plenty of utensils and dishes. We had a wonderful time sitting on the uncovered deck and when it got warm, we moved to the covered deck. The house was clean and there was no odor. Check in and check out were seamless. I highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location! Dogs loved the yard and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is much nicer than the pictures. Really quick walk to the beach. Centrally located to all OBX. Well stocked kitchen appliances and utensils. No issues at all. This place and the owner live up to all the great reviews we read!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable home with lots of character. Very convenient location and super easy walk to the beach. Friendly, responsive hosts and the backyard was awesome for the pups. Our family had a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect home base for our winter birding trip. Josie the dog loved the big back yard. It was close to several good restaurants and public beach access. It wasn’t fancy and that was fine with us. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and you found everything accommodating
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Instantly comfortable and accomadating. Exactly what we were looking for! Dogs loved it as well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danielle a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great yard for the dogs. Perfect area for beach access. Plenty of kitchen ware. Sheets and towels were a plus. Easy entry. lots of parking. Great porch views. My kids wanted to buy the white couch. They fought over it over the whole time we were there! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

garrick h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and couldn't have asked for more. Everything was clean and welcoming, beds comfortable and our fur babies loved the HUGE fenced backyard. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avery W.

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

Awesome stay!

Extremely clean place! Cleanliness is a top concern for us and this place was excellent. Awesome location and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size for my family and I, sweet balcony/deck situation. My family wants to make this an annual trip and I would love to use this place again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in town with a big yard!Clean and comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Thank u for your review. We so enjoyed your visit. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great. Property was clean, in a great location, and very accommodating. Everything that was needed was provided, felt very homey, was not loud, and was extremely convenient location. Property manager and owner was very responsive, and we had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed from July 9th to 13th, 2025, and had a wonderful time. We loved the SeaWitch cottage's location, and the fenced backyard was perfect for our dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great! Perfect for spending time at the beach. I liked that it was close to beach access and had an outdoor shower with hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Great location and comfortable

We spent a week at the house and we were comfortable. Each day we would load up the beach wagon and take a very short walk across the road and over to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our needs. We loved the yard for our dogs. The beds were very comfortable and the shower is nice. I also appreciated the little things, like hooks in all the rooms and the beach wagon. We had everything we needed and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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