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SEA HORSE A Charming Beach Cottage

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Salvo, NC
  • Salvo Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Rodanthe Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

SEA HORSE A Charming Beach Cottage

Sea Horse is a sweet beach cottage on a quiet court in Salvo. This cozy cottage is the third lot back from the community beach access. Relax and listen to the ocean waves while enjoying your morning coffee on the comfortable screened in front porch. The open living room is well equipped with plenty of seating for the whole family. WiFi, Netflix, DVD player, movies, books and toys are provided. The kitchen has everything you will need to cook your favorite meal.
There are two bedrooms, a queen and a twin, both with a big closet and a dresser. Linens are provided. There is an outside shower with lights under the house. From the ocean side crow’s nest, enjoy the sunrise over the ocean and the sunset over the Pamlico Sound.
The quiet neighborhood is a perfect place to walk or ride your bike . The local ice cream shop is in walking distance for your after dinner treat.
Sea Horse has been completely remodeled. It has been completely repainted inside and out. There is new flooring in the entire cottage. The oven and microwave are new. A washer and dryer are provided.
Sea Horse is pet friendly to well behaved pets with an additional pet fee. A medium sized dog crate is provided .
This adorable cottage is perfect for your next family vacation!!

Property manager

Sally
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are allowed. 4 people total
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well behaved approved pets only, $100 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking please

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Salvo

Located in Salvo, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Salvo, NC

What's nearby

  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salvo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rodanthe Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 27 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hatteras Bowls - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect size and distance away from beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Relaxing Stay

Enjpyed our relaxing stay at Sally's as usual! Close to all the fun amenities of the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our week at the Seahorse! A very cute place with close beach access, and perfect proximity for a nightly ice cream stop at the Village Conery. Sally was so responsive prior to our trip. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to Salvo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage, very nice and clean. Sally was very nice to work with, answered questions quickly. It was however a bit different than described. There was no tub, just a nice large shower.The veiw from the crows nest was not as described. You can not see the ocean nor do you have a clear view of the sound side..There weren't supposed to be fireworks around the subdivision but the 3rd and 4th of July there were and scared my dogs. Its still a nice home in a nice area. I would still recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stay in Salvo

Property was clean, location was good. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leigh E.

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

Hidden Gem

This was our second summer staying in this quaint little cottage. Perfect location, away from the chaos of the busier northern OBX. Sally is easy to communicate with via text, answering any questions promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amberlee M.

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

Perfect Little Cottage

I've been to the Outer Banks many times, and this little neighborhood in Salvo might be my favorite place to stay. Sally's cottage was quaint and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the dead-end street and the screen porch. The walk to the beach is short and very pretty, with trees forming a tunnel across the path at the entrance to the dunes. I was a little wary of visiting in June, as I've always come in the off season to avoid the crowds. The beach was still surprisingly quiet, just how we like it!The cottage was well-equipped. The outdoor shower was incredible and I don't think anyone showered indoors all week! We did miss some courtesy supplies, such as a starter roll of TP and things like trash bags and hand soap. Definitely grab TP to have with you if you're arriving after a long drive! The Dollar General is close by and has all you'll need, though. There was also an odd smell in the bathroom - possibly cat urine - but Sally was very responsive and gave us instructions for cleaning the floor. I think that was an oversight on the part of the cleaning company rather than the owner. Overall, we were thrilled with our stay and had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta C.

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

Perfect obx experience

The property is clean, private, attractive, and a short walk to the beach. The neighborhood is peaceful and located in a beautiful part of the Outer Banks. The host is very nice and very responsive. Overall a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

5 year wedding anniversary

We had a much needed relaxing week in Salvo with our dog.Sally was very nice and communicative with us.The extra dog leashes were a special touch when taking the baby out to the beach.The neighborhood was very nice and quiet.The hot water in the shower outside was very appreciated by us and the furrbaby coming off the beach.We had a nice visit at the neighborhood ice cream shop.All in all a great pleasant trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Studley R.

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

Sweet Simple Perfect Place

My husband and I just wanted a long weekend getaway and The Seahorse Cottage was absolutely perfect! The location to the beach is ideal. The neighborhood is peaceful and well maintained. The trees and shrubbery around the property made it feel so secluded. We had plenty of room to play our corn hole without bothering the neighbors. The cottage itself was a perfect size. The kitchen was well equipped. The decor was simple and tasteful. I absolutely loved the outdoor shower with hot water! So nice to get all the sand off before heading inside. Overall, a great place. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Lynchburg, U.S.A.

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

Classic cottage on Hatteras Island

My family and I have stayed in the Salvo area for the last 8 years and picked this little gem this summer. The host was lovely and very responsive, and the house is as described. It's small, but the main area has vaulted ceilings that give it the feel of a much bigger space. For anyone thinking of trying the Salvo area for the first time, the beach access is very close by (the street is actually in between two nearby access points), but the walk through the dunes can be strenuous. We're used to it, but just something to keep in mind if you have anyone in your party that has trouble getting around. The uncrowded and beautiful beach is absolutely worth the extra effort!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Amazing Journey

Our first trip to the Outer banks was an amazing journey. The cottage was everything described in the listing and so very cozy. Just the right amount of everything for the two of us. Everything was so well organized. The beds were comfortable. The community was quiet and welcoming. The beach was perfect. Sally was exceptional, 10 out of 5 stars. We needed to extend our stay due to car trouble. She worked with VRBO to make it happen, recommended resources to contact and kept us informed to conditions on Hwy 12 due to stormy weather. What could have been a nightmare was a memorable experience thanks to Sally. We explored both ends of the islands. It was everything we hoped for and more. We're already planning our next trip. Carol
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nese S.

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

Perfect location, great host, we loved it!

We traveled as a family. 2 preteens and 1 dog. House was so nice, clean and right size for 4 people and a dog. Sally was a great host. She gave us all the info. So, my kids rented a bike, walked to the ice-cream place and enjoyed it everyday. Beach was so close by and huge. Yes, there is a dune part, but you can easily walk through. We walked our dog at the beach every morning. There are restaurants or little markets, very close by. Food Lion is 20 minutes drive. It is a very convenient and safe place. My kids had so much fun. They were so tired from swimming, riding a bike and walking to ice cream place. House has everything. Games for kids, books, cooking utensils. You need to bring your towels and bed sheets only. it was a home away from home. Special thanks to Sally. I wish I have a neighbor like her. She was very helpful. We will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Holly Springs

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

Nostalgic Beach Cottage

Visiting Sally’s cottage took us back in time. The decor, location, and screened front porch was nostalgic. Everyone in our small family took showers all week under the house in the outdoor shower and we found no issue having only one bathroom all week. It took us back in time. The kids rode scooters on the quiet street and enjoyed putting together a puzzle from the game chest. I will say - while this was a block off the beach… there is a slight “trek” through thicker dune sand to get to the beach. Our beach wagon wouldn’t work and we ended up taking less items (not a bad thing) to the beach. Our rule with the kids was - if you can’t carry it, it’s not coming to the beach. The wagon was pointless on that thick sand. But oh what a treat coming over that dune to a wide, beautiful private beach!!! It was awesome! Not crowded at all on July 4th - to give you an idea. And, the proximity of the house to the sound side beach access was very convenient. The kids loved swimming in the sound. If you are seeking an affordable, comfortable cottage in a quieter area with a wider, private beach - this is the spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff E.

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

Short getaway

A wonderful house, perfect location to area attractions and beach. Very clean and neat. Would def. Recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Studley R.

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

Our Second Time Around

We loved this place so much we came back! It is absolutely perfect for a couple to get away and bring their furry friend 😊The cottage is a perfect size, the neighborhood is friendly and quiet, and the beach is just a few minutes away. My favorite thing about the place is still the wonderful outdoor shower with hot water. It makes getting all the sand off a MUCH more pleasant experience. The owner rocks, too. Promptly answered all our questions. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devon E.

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

Amazing House in Amazing Beach Area

Words can't describe how this trip made me feel. Perfect homie spot, a home away from home. Perfect for me and my small family (wife and toddler). The beaches were clean and not crowded. The shallow water on the side of island was perfect for baby girl to learn how to work in the water. Just overall couldn't have been happier. And Sally was absolutely wonderful to work with leading up to the day we left and anything we needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace M.

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

Charming little cottage in great community!

Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Wonderful Trip

Great location, short walk to the beach. The property was perfect fort husband and I. The host was very helpful with providing information prior to our trip to prepare us for our stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Love this place

Our second time staying at this property and just as great as first. Love the location and the “quietness”. Close to beach and short walk to ice cream shop which we used regularly. Can’t wait to return next year. Sally was great and checked in on us to make sure all was well. Would definitely recommend this place for a family of 4 and a dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Cozy Cottage for a relaxing stay!

My family stayed at Sally’s cottage for the week. It was a relaxing cottage with comfortable beds, close to the beach on a quiet dead end street. It is the perfect place for a small family to relax, spend time at the beach. The outside shower at the property comes in handy with great water pressure. The neighborhood is quiet and the beach wasn’t crowded at all. From the start of the rental to the end Sally was in communication offering advise with things to do and letting us know that she was there is we need her. We will definitely rent from Sally again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C., Charleston WV

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

Cozy Clean Beach House

We loved staying in this cute beach house! It had everything we needed and more. The screened-in porch was a big hit with kids and dogs, and the outdoor shower was so handy to have for after the beach. The beds were SO COMFY- even the kid beds! The kitchen had everything we needed, and the stacked washer/dryer combo was very convenient. We were able to walk to the beach in five minutes with the kids which was great. The neighborhood is quiet and close to all the amenities. The yard is very big and was perfect for our dogs. There was no dog poop in the yard when we arrived, which was terrific because we have stayed at places where you have to pick up all the old dog poop left over from the previous person, which is such a hassle. Great yard for dogs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Relaxing Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Sea Horse Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Relaxing and Cozy at the best Cottage at the beach

My husband, our dog Cole, and I had the best time ever at the Seahorse Cottage. Sally was wonderful at making sure we had a great stay at the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

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

Perfect for our small family!

We loved staying at this cottage, it was my wife and I, and our two toddlers. Very quiet neighborhood, with very little traffic. The beach here is amazing, and was not crowded at all. We loved using the brand new charcoal grill at the cottage. The large screened in porch was awesome. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sally

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My husband and I live in the Shenandoah Valley in VA . Our family vacationed in Nags Head when I was little. In 1974 my parents built their own little cottage in Salvo on the next block from here. In 2017 this sweet cottage was for sale and we decided to buy our own. A dream come true.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is on a nice secluded and quiet court and a very short walk to the beach. It is the perfect size for a fun family vacation. You can ride your bikes or walk around the neighborhood. We ride our bikes to the stores that are close to the neighborhood.

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English

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