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28 Jun, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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Historic Old Nags Head Cottage
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Nags Head, NC
- Jockey's Ridge State Park5 min walk
- Nags Head Fishing Pier3 min drive
- Jennette's Pier7 min drive
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1 -on wing
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2 - downstairs east
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3- downstairs west
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4- upstairs, north
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5- upstairs south
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Historic Old Nags Head Cottage
Step back in time in our family Nags Head cottage. Situated on a quiet stretch of beach, the ocean is steps away. Much along our strip of sand remains unchanged over the past 100 years when you look out front to the ocean. The beach is never crowded, never loud and you feel like you have a private beach. Our house was built in 1928 and although we have made updates along the way, you will enjoy a quiet get away here whether playing board games or rocking on the porch which wraps around 3 sides of the house. Join our family in making your memories here.
Please note that rentals run Friday- Friday.
Please note that rentals run Friday- Friday.
Property manager
Katherine Kerns
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
About the area
Nags Head
Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is on the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
Nags Head, NC
What's nearby
- Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Outer Banks Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Nags Head Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
- Jennette's Pier - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Blue Moon Beach Grill - 1 min drive
- Surfin' Spoon - 5 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
- Duck Donuts - 3 min drive
- Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Katherine Kerns
I grew up in NC and spent my summers in this house. Though I now live in Virginia, I cherish any time I get to spend at Nags Head. We have rented our house privately for over 60 years and to this day have 30+ year renters. Their children are now becoming renters on their own! We love this house and this special historic area and feel blessed that we can share it with others.
Why they chose this property
Much of Nags Head has developed over the years but our little strip of houses remains as it did 100 years ago. My great great grandparents first built on the beach and we love that every generation since has been able to enjoy many traditions, 3 swims a day, coffee and cocktails on the porch, leisurely dinners on screened eating porch. While there were no restaurants around when I was growing up, we are fortunate to be able to walk to a number of good ones and Jockey’s Ridge is a short walk away.
What makes this property unique
We have tried to maintain the historic nature of our cottage but also strive to make it a comfortable place to stay. The wing of the house has central heating and AC. The bedrooms in the main house each have window AC units. The kitchen is very up to date and brimming with dishes and cookware (we love our times around the table!). There are two indoor showers but we usually shower under the house where there is a his and hers enclosed outdoor shower.
Languages:
English
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