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Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road

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Smart TV
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road

Seahorse Cottage is a semi-oceanfront, classic beach cottage located in South Nags Head less than 30 yards over the dune line. Enjoy a 2-minute walk to the beach on a private access road THIS LISTING IS FOR THE DOWNSTAIRS GROUND FLOOR UNIT ONLY. 1 Bedroom and 1 bath with shower. This is a BASIC, older apartment - nothing fancy - on the ground floor (below sea level). It has baseboard heat and a window unit air conditioning and a basic kitchen - probably not suitable for cooking extensive meals but great for basic needs. A good place to unwind after a day at the beach, fishing, or other outdoor activities. It is listed with a max occupancy of 2 people, but families with up to 2 children can be accommodated on a case by case basis if providing own bedding and with advance permission. Permission MUST be given IN ADVANCE. No exceptionsA separate detached three-bedroom unit upstairs is available on its own or with the downstairs as one house.

Please read the entire listing before booking!

The space
THIS LISTING IS FOR THE DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT ONLY. Smell and hear the ocean just over the dune. This is a classic Old Nags Head beach cottage with two separate units - upstairs three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and downstairs one bedroom, one bath - both with full but older kitchens - and living areas. THIS IS DOWNSTAIRS ONLY. Please note that parking is very limited. The downstairs unit has only 1 dedicated parking space if the upstairs is occupied.

Guest access
This listing is downstairs ONLY. Outdoor common areas (hose and outdoor shower) and laundry room may be shared with other guests if the upstairs is occupied.

This unit only has parking for 1 car or regular size SUV or truck. No on-street parking.

Other things to note
2 adults maximum. Please message us beforehand if you are a family bringing children (2 maximum). Permission must be given in advance. If you were instant booking, please do not book with more than two adults without our permission. We will not allow the booking . Again. If you are more than two adults and are bringing children, you must ask for permission in advance No additional bedding will be provided, but there is space for you to bring your own air mattress(es).

You may have to clean the grill if the last guests did not clean it as is courtesy. Our cleaners do NOT clean the grills. Charcoal is NOT an amenity we provide, but many guests leave some behind as a "pay it forward" gesture, so you may find some but you are responsible for your charcoal needs. In

The unit has baseboard heat and an older window style a/c setup. - nothing fancy! It also has a dehumidifier that you may have to empty if full. We thank you in advance for your assistance with this.

Please note that the wood paneling and the age and proximity to the ocean can have a unique "cottage" smell. We do run a dehumidifier which you may have to empty during your stay. We assume you read this note before booking. Thank you!

PLEASE BE COURTEOUS OF NOISE AND PARKING WHILE OTHER GUESTS ARE IN RESIDENCE. We do have a camera on the house that is motion activated and has a spotlight to monitor parking. The only area that can be seen with the camera is the parking area.

Property manager

Annette ODonnell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not child proof

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Seahorse Cottage Downstairs Beachside Living
Seahorse Cottage Downstairs - Beachside Living Apartment
Seahorse Cottage Downstairs - Beachside Living Nags Head

About the neighborhood

Map
Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road located?

Located in South Nags Head, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Whalebone Junction and Jennette's Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Semi-Oceanfront Ground Level Apt🌊 Basic, Beachside Living⛱Private Access Road Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin A., STAUNTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and everything you need
Great location, great beach access, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin A., STAUNTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location basic cottage everything you need
Great location and the place had everything we needed for a three night getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location pier fishing or surf fishing,
Great time fishing, Fish Heads fun spot
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend
Place was great! Very clean and just steps to the beach! Would definately stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Short walk to beach, comfortable bed. Quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

morganlee p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We were very happy with the location to the beach. Bedroom was big enough to put a mattress on the floor for our daughter. Exactly what we wanted for a week stay at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This is a small older cottage. But the location is great. They had lots of beach equipment including a small umbrella, which was very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Time in Nags Head
We enjoyed our stay. The location to access attractions and resteraunts is excelent. The ceiling is to be replaced and the bathroom is rather dark. Everything else is satisfactory.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PJ
Annette was very helpful, she always replied back to our messages , the beach was virtually in there back yard, just 1 house after there
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage - Great Host!
We stayed on the 1st floor of the Seahorse Cottage. The cottage was exactly as advertised. It was perfect for us and our dog. Location is great, beach access is right out the door. The cottage was very clean and comfortable; we had everything we needed. The outside space was very nice as well. Checking in was seamless and the hosts offered great communication. Very pleased with our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Cottage was perfect, right on the beach and super cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Constance G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Beach
The location was very good and the cottage very clean. We enjoyed our stay but did think the cottage decor is a bit tired and that all the clumsy homemade furniture detracts from the overall impression. That said we would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lonnie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach birthday!
Perfect 5 days. 2nd house back from oceanfront. Visited many local sites. Lighthouses, Wright Brothers, Pea Island. Great restaurants. Grilled out. Communication with hosts was so easy. Couldn't have asked for more. Thanks, Annette and Greg
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desarai D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
Most beautiful place I've ever been to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Basics
Clean and simple. Could use some updating and comfort touches but gets the job done. Close to the beach, dining and other activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect spot near beach
Property was exactly as described, great spot right behind dunes near beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Zoe Ann W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lower apartment of house.
Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scarlet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easiest experience for renting in the OBX
Lovely place to stay. Quiet easy access
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 Day trip to the OBX
My wife and I vacationed at this property in mid June of 2021. The owners of the property were over the top helpful and responsive. The home was very well kept and it takes 2 minutes to walk to the beach access. The outdoor shower was fantastic for coming off the beach. And is private enough to actually shower outside if you desires a I did as I am 6’3 sometimes it’s easier. It was quite warm during our visit and the AC window unit kept the bottom floor quite cool and the humidifier was a great touch because you could actually feel dry after coming inside from a day on the beach. I cooked 3 meals and breakfasts in there and had everything I needed. The laundry room was great and worked fantastically. You’re minutes (.4 miles) from a beach bar that’s really great atmosphere suggested by the owner of the property I highly suggest renting this location. 10/10 rating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right next to beach
Great location, cute apartment. Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint beach cottage
Very clean 1-BR cottage with main room containing kitchenette and sitting area. There is enough room to add a second bed to the bedroom. AC didn't reach bedroom as much as living room, but fans in bedroom helped. One fan is broken but fan over the bed was working well. Bathroom is small but not bad for family of 4. Lots of shelf space in bedroom. Not fancy but works well for a casual beach trip. I'd stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Super great place! The location couldn’t have been any better, super close to the beach and a lot of restaurants close by! Annette was also very accommodating

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in Nags Head
This was our first time to Nags Head, NC and we had a wonderful time. It is a short walk to the beach, which was so nice as we were able to come and go all day long. The room is a nice size for a 1 bedroom and it felt very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020