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A cozy living room with a brown wooden wall, a grey sofa, a green sofa, a small wicker coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a wicker coffee table, and a striped armchair.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, and a striped sofa with a pillow.
A wooden dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and a shelf with glasses.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kitty Hawk Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Scape Golf Links
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Pirate's Quarters

Come enjoy your stay in our Historic "Beach Box" across the street from the beach. This 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage is just steps away from a very exclusive and beautiful beach. We have central heat/air, washer/dryer, High Speed Wifi, Smart 65" TV and plenty of off street parking.

Our beautiful little cottage is fully furnished and stocked. It features two queen pillow top beds and two twins. We have a full size kitchen with all that's needed to cook a full meals.

We hope you will love the original wood plank walls and ceilings. This is the way they built these original cottages years ago. Even the cabinets are built from the same wood and by the same carpenters. A very Historic Outer Banks Beach Cottage. This beach cottage can be described as Rustic. We are making improvements to our new addition and you may notice a few minor imperfections. We hope you will love the fabulous location as we are focused on providing a clean and comfortable respite for you and your family.

Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 85 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
This is a residential area only - No Parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets must be house trained - Pet Fee of $99
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extra Charges: Early Check-In $75 (if available) Late Check-Out $75 (if available)
Pet Fee is $99 If not disclosed prior to your stay, the pet fee is $300 plus your security deposit Pets must stay off of bedding and furniture
Check Out is 10 AM. A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM (We can not keep the cleaners waiting)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9246761
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
Note from host: This is a residential area only - No Parties
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 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 Kitty Hawk, this cottage is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Glazin' Go-Nuts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children at Play Museum and Sea Scape Golf Links. Ready for a night out? Consider Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar and Jolly Roger Restaurant.
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Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Children at Play Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Holy Redeemer Catholic Church - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sea Scape Golf Links - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sandtrap Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bean Baja Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pirate's Quarters pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pirate's Quarters?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pirate's Quarters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pirate's Quarters?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pirate's Quarters located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Kitty Hawk Beach, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and Children at Play Museum. Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar and Sea Scape Golf Links are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

TJ M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Over all was ok, but what was bad was really bad (in my opinion). The fact that there was no washer and dryer when the photos and amenities said there was. I’m not real picky but I wouldn’t have rented it if I knew there wasn’t any. The host did not offer to compensate for that omission. I didn’t ask but it would have been thoughtful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
The listing does not list a washer/dryer as an amenity. We are so sorry that you were so inconvenienced. But we would suggest, especially if an amenity like this is so important to you, reading the listing would have saved you such angst. Also, reaching out to the host prior to making the reservation could have assisted you as well.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Danny W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Overall, the property was adequate - dated and dark but comfortable for the four of us staying. We were staying Fri-Sun, and the problems arose when the AC went out at some point Saturday afternoon. The host was responsive (at first) and had us check several things but left it with "trying to get someone out as soon as possible to check on it". That was the last we heard from the host as we spent the rest of the afternoon, and all night, sweltering in an 85 deg house with about 90% humidity. Never were we provided any sort of update - good or bad - just radio silence. I reached out to VRBO to attempt to get a partial refund, and the host told them that he had the AC checked and it was "working properly" and offered me 100 for my inconvenience. I told him to keep the money - I'd rather be out 100 than be called a liar after dealing with that experience. I work in HVAC, but you don't need to work in the industry to know that 85 degrees on a 70 deg setpoint is not "working properly". Please be cautious with this listing - this may be why the other listing that appears to be the same host has such low reviews. Things go wrong, and I understand that, but this was not handled properly once the issue was identified, we spent our own time troubleshooting for the owner, received complete radio silence afterwards, and after pursuing through VRBO were told that even though everything was fine here's 100 for your inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
What a silly review from this "victim" of circumstance. Our technician arrived, and after checking, the unit was working fine. And continues working fine. This was an attempted scam, and it did not work. Apparently he did not think that we would respond so quickly - same day within 2 hours - to his claims and have our tech at the home so quickly.
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard D.

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

The property worked for the (4) us, we only stayed for (1) Night

Great location, the House needs some updates but we saw the pictures so no surprises.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

David P.

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

Pirates Lair

NICE PROPERTY BUT NEEDS ATTENTION ESPICALLY THE PORCH RAILS ARE VERY LOOSE AND COULD BE HAZARDOUS
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

First time to OBX

Kathleen was super responsive and great at communicating. The location is amazing, about 50 yards from the sand dune, up over and you are at the beach! The rate we were charged was in my judgement misleading. I have used VRBO numerous times before, and have never been “had” for extra fees like this one! I am sure we could have gotten significantly nicer accommodations for what we paid. The Pirate’s Lair has plenty of character and charm, and is also a bit run down. No doors closed in the house, bathroom was “honor system.” Roof leaked during crazy wind and rain and we had to use a towel to keep water from coming in under the door. All the appliances worked great especially helpful was the washer/dryer. Kitchen was equipped enough, we had six total so cannot hold that against them. It was nice to have access to Netflix and Prime on the big screen. I was SUPER frustrated with the property manager when I asked to have later check, she was going to charge us $75 extra, when I balked, she said how about $45. That is what I mean! I said we will leave at contracted time. We were ripped off on extra fees and she tried to screw us again for a later check out. NOT the way you treat people and get any repeat business, recommendations or positive reviews!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Cute and affordable half block from a great beach

Exactly as advertised. Simple, no-frills, pet friendly beach house in a very nice neighborhood. When we arrived the water had been turned off (for the winter?). We messaged the host and she had the water co there in 30 mins! Great host, very responsive. Big TV. Stack W/D is great to have. Everything works. We spent 5 nights and would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tyler H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not very pleased OK

The property was not well-maintained either inside or outside. I had to wipe everything down before we could use anything there were ants and roaches. Additionally the downstairs shower was growing its own set of plants it was not very pleasant at all. Would not recommend this property
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Faith L.

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

Perfect for short breaks

Tiny cottage but caters to everything you need for a quick short breaks. It’s location was what nailed it for us. Though not on the beachside but it was only a few meters away from it. You can have a quick swim and back to rinse. Owner was very responsive and the whole check in and check out process was seamless. We had a great stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gail B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

No response from manager; property in disrepair

I would like to start out by saying that you cannot beat the location of the property, the AC works great, and the appliances all were in working condition. But the place is in need of some repairs. I grew up on the beaches of NJ and am perfectly happy with the beach cottages and understand this is a rental property. That being said, there were things that are easily fixed but we’re left in disrepair. There is a missing piece of carpet trip that leaves exposed tack board that was covered by a piece of rope, which constantly got stuck in door and exposed the tacks. None of the locks worked except on one closet. We fixed the lock to our bedroom because we didn’t think it would be nice to lock our son in the closet just to get some privacy (joking). The door to the outdoor shower came off and was just thrown on the side. Easy fix to just take a bungee cord and hang a shower curtain but we chose to give the neighbors a show (again joking). We went use a glass and there was still red wine in the glass that was put away, also dirty bowls with food particles. We didn’t complain, we enjoyed our stay regardless. But what made me angry is that shortly after departing I sent a message to the manager concerning an item we left behind. She did not respond after to attempts at contacting. I get maybe item wasn’t located but returning a message is not much to ask. We did fix a broken lock after all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla F.

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

Kitty Hawk Home Away From Home

The stay was great, and the property manager was very friendly. Everything was very clean, and it was a very cozy place to stay. It is in a wonderful location, right next to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

JORDAN L.

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

Grandmas House Near the Beach

If you imagined your grandparents retiring to a small spot by the beach you’ve got the right idea for this place. It’s a quaint spot within walking distance of the beach. We all really enjoyed it. The only improve I’d say is that none of the doors (including the bathroom) had working locks for their doors. So privacy won’t be a factor if you stay with multiple people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Nice weekend getaway

I really liked the cottage. It was cute and quaint. I had total beach vibes the entire time. My dogs enjoyed it as well. I couldn’t believe how close to the beach was. And when it was time for check out, there was a public beach access right down the street, so we were able to park down there and still enjoy the beach. Perfect location, close to everything, and a lot of places were able to deliver to the cottage. Owners responded quickly when messaged. Pet friendly friendly place with a quiet neighborhood. Only thing I wish was functional, was the gate at the tip of the steps so the dogs could walk around and not go down. I will totally stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Heath H.

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

Short Walk

Great location to the beach. The cottage rental served our needs. It could use some updating. Worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve C.

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

Great location, clean and the managers were friendly and helpful

Everything was great. The location is perfect. The place was clean. The only thing for me was that I arrived in Feb, so the place must have been vacant for a while. It was soooo cold the first day. Even with the heat cranked up. It was fine after that. If there is something I would suggest, is that for the off season rentals, maybe check on the place the day before, and turn the heat on. Other than that, Kathleen was very responsive to my questions, and overall helpful. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robert J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Need of Repairs and Over Priced

Property is in desperate need of repair. - Fire alarms missing - Heating did not keep up on the cold nights - Shower head is duct taped together. - Bathroom door does not latch closed (must hold with foot). - Bedroom doors do not close. - Gate at top of stairs is off hinges and set to the side. Accommodations worked to stay out of rain, but wasn't very welcoming. Property manager answered questions promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2021
Thanks for letting us know. We've made the repairs to the issued mentioned. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nellwyn B.

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

Charm!

This little cottage by the sea is full of charm. We spent 2 nights here with our grandson. We ate in for several meals; enjoyed Netflix on the TV. The weather was super cold, so we didn't do much outside, but we did walk down to the beach just over the dune and picked up a few shells. It was a nice quick respite for our little family. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila p.

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

A real beach cottage

Great place to stay not to many places left like this at the beach . Great location and my furry buddy had a great time .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

OBX Stay

No wife, kids, dogs or cats - just me for the first time in 20 years. If you’re expecting The Four Seasons keep scrolling. If you want an exceptionally clean, accurately described beach cottage in a great location look no further. It’s about 300’ to the beach access; Under 3mi to Publix or Walmart; tons of restaurants close by. The house itself is small. Typical for the layout of that time, bedrooms and bathroom are small - if you are a big person (tall or wide) the shower will be a tight fit. Full kitchen (incl. microwave and enough stuff to cook a meal. LR seats 6 and had a 60”(?) Smart TV. Also a big plus was a covered porch running the length of the house. Enough space for 2, maybe a third car. If I had to list one complaint it would be the Internet doesn’t reach the west bedroom with any degree of reliability - worked well enough for me everywhere else. Communication was superlative - got replies within 10min without fail. Checkin/checkout was easy - lockbox on site. Bottom line? I would recommend without reservation and would certainly rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Great little beach house!

Just steps from the ocean, this is a perfect little cottage for a getaway. The smart TV was nice for a rainy day during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

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

Great location

This house is in an awesome location! Easy to communicate with owner, easy check-in and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Lovely Beachside Cabin

Amazing location, cute cabin with basics. Charcoal grill, no microwave, if that’s a problem for you. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ryan S.

Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Why leave a review? This guest wanted to cancel the day prior to their reservation and requested a full refund. Unfortunately reservations don’t quite work that way. He seems to be a mad self entitled victim who did not even stay at our property.
Verified

8/10 Good

Carly B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pamela K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen

Host profile image
Kathleen and I are very new to the hospitality business. We are so proud to share our little beach cottage with your family. The beach is wonderful here and I hope you will come and make lifetime memories here in our little Pirate's Quarters.
It will be fully stocked, clean and comfortable - We will stock it with all bed linens, towels, paper towels and toilet paper - just bring your tooth brush!

Why they chose this property

This beach cottage is just across the street from the beach, in between the highways. The beach itself is very seldom populated with crowds. It's a great place to fish and surf or just relax and enjoy the beach and sun!

What makes this property unique

If you love the original architecture of the "Original OBX Beach Cottages" you will love our Pirate's Quarters. Perfectly constructed with moisture and insect resistant Birch Wood, these cottages are being lost to the large Modern Vacation Homes. This is one of the few remaining originals and we hope you will love the character and stress free living as it was intended here on the OBX.

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