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★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71104 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

This vacation home places you next to Dowdy Park and within a 10-minute walk of Nags Head Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Dowdy Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seaside Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nags Head Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Seafood & Steak House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★

We are pet friendly + do not require the traditional "Saturday-Saturday" stay. If you are looking for less than the minimum required, feel free to message me and we can try to make it work! @StayCoastalOBX

★ "Our first time visiting the OBX and Amanda and Adam hit it out of the park. We had nothing to think about but relaxing."

This tastefully decorated, 3 bedroom/2 bath, oceanside home is the perfect getaway for family, friends or couples! Located on a quiet cul de sac only a 5 minute walk to Bonnett Street Beach access (lifeguarded beach access), the location can't be beat! We manage and clean the home ourselves - you will not find a cleaner rental home! Kitchen recently updated with quartz countertops, marble backsplash + black stainless appliances. Our new outdoor shower is the perfect way to end your day on the beach. We are considered "oceanside" which does not require you to cross a major highway to access the beach.

Carolina Dreaming is only a block away from the new, 5 acre Dowdy Park! There is a great playground for kids, basketball, bocce ball and pickle ball courts. In the summer, Dowdy has been home to a weekly farmers/artisans market.

In addition to this great new park - we are within walking distance to Tortuga's Lie, Lucky 12 Tavern, Galaxy Mini Golf, Morningview Coffee Shop, The Spot Ice Cream, Nags Head YMCA, Waveriders Deli and of course, the BEACH!

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Our home includes:

Keyless Entry
Bed Linens and Towels at no additional cost
3 Adult Beach Cruiser Bikes (helmets not provided)
Beach Chairs + Wheelez Beach Cart
Cable TV

Dog Friendly - 2 dogs max with approval - $125 PER dog fee - dogs must be crated when you are not at the house.

About Us:
Adam and Amanda live in Chesapeake, VA with their 2 young sons. We have always dreamed of owning a beach home and in 2016 our dreams came true! Adam's love of real estate and Amanda's passion for antiquing and interior decorating, make them the perfect duo to manage a vacation rental home. We want our guest to be as comfortable as possible when staying in our home.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. A Smart TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,104 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

**If you leave prior to 10AM, please send me a quick text/message (757-289-4648). Our cleaner is usually in the area and can start cleaning early for the next guest!**

Place linens (towels, bed sheets, kitchen towels) in the bathtub in the hallway. Please do not put blankets/quilts in the bathtub. If towels are wet, the dark colors bleed into the white sheets!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Dog Friendly - 2 dogs max with approval - $125 PER dog fee - dogs must be crated when you are not at the house.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere on the property

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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★ "The location + accommodations are simply perfect.” Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

Located steps from Dowdy Park, this vacation home is in Nags Head, and within a 10-minute walk of Nags Head Beach and Seaside Art Gallery. You'll also find Jockey's Ridge State Park and OBX Laser Tag less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is 12.3 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★?

Yes, every house at ★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★ comes with a patio.

★ "The accommodations are simply perfect.”★Oceanside★Walk to Dowdy + Tortuga's★ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

AnnMarie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place! Great proximity to everything you need for a great stay in OBX!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Nags Head! The home was clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed for a relaxing long weekend. The beds were especially comfortable, and we appreciated the excellent showers with plenty of hot water and great water pressure.The host was fantastic to work with, staying in touch before our trip, providing clear and detailed instructions, and making sure everything was ready for our arrival. The location was also a highlight—we loved having access to the bikes and being able to easily walk or ride to nearby restaurants, shops, and attractions without needing to drive everywhere. Beach access was convenient and easy to find as well.Overall, we had a great experience and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would absolutely stay here again and look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha R.

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

Wonderful spot and stay!

Outstanding location, wonderful communication with property owner and dog friendly! We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

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

Great trip

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew K.

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

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay! The property was very clean, well furnished, well stocked, and in a great location. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! We had such a wonderful time here with our family. This house truly felt like a home away from home—it's so welcoming and has such a lovely soul. We'll be taking some great memories with us.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five star rating in every category! Amanda is easy to communicate with; the accommodations are very clean and welcoming; the location is perfectly situated within a few minutes walk to the beach and beautiful park. Also, all of Amanda’s recommendations for area eateries/attractions are spot on! We very much enjoyed our stay at this well stocked and appointed home. Our dog gives it 5 stars too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Wonderful cottage that made relaxing easy!!

Beautifully decorated, meticulously clean, and had everything we needed both at the cabin and within easy walking distance. Very welcoming and responsive owner, made our stay great. Especially enjoyed the cute screened area and swing underneath to relax in the afternoons.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Perfect beach house!

Was blown away by how wonderful this home is and how well the owners communicated with me. Hope to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan Sayers

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

Great House & Location

We had a great vacation. The house is in a perfect location with close proximity to the beach but also in a quiet neighborhood. Amanda was great to work with. We would stay there again if traveling to Nags Head.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Great house

Good location in Nag's Head, which is central to all of OBX. Easy walk to the beach. Appreciated the sand cart and other beach toys available.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN M.

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

NICE GETAWAY

We have a very relaxing time at this cottage!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Lovely Getaway

We had such a wondeful time! The house was spotless and also had so much warmth and coziness, you could feel the attention and love. Perfect location! We will definitely be back. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed everything about this lovely property. Amanda is such a kind host, the location is great, our kids loved playing there, and we had a blast. We especially enjoyed walking to Galaxy Golf and playing their two mini golf courses. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Excellent

House was very clean and had all the necessary things to make our beach stay comfortable including beach chairs and bikes. It is tucked away in a quiet location but still close to lots of OBX activities. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Outstanding location

Communication was great right from the start! Very accommodating and super nice. Location wise, center of everything & 5 minutes to the beach. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Great quick beach trip

Great protperty, exactly as advertised, lovely location close to beach but with a more secluded feel then typical beach house given wooded lot. Tons of restaurants and activities nearby. Very clean and cozy, felt like a well-cared for and updated home. Would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great beach vacation spot!

This beach home is very clean, and very well-cared for, with lots of nice touches. Inside, there are lots of comfortable places to be; and outside, the home is in a quiet neighborhood just a short walk to the beach. The owners made us feel right at home, and were super well-organized in providing us information, giving us tips, and being available if we needed. We had a great time, we enjoyed our stay immensely, and we can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Lovely stay

We could tell this home was cared for and loved. Amanda and Adam were responsive and so helpful. The house was so clean and just the right amount of space for our family. We particularly loved the screened porch and walking to The Spot for ice cream and coffee. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Great for families.

We had a wonderful long weekend at Amanda’s house. Everything was extremely clean and comfortable just like the pictures show. Short walk to the beach, park & restaurants. Really nice location. We had a great time and enjoyed our trip even in off season. Neighborhood is nice and maintained. Kids loved the bunk beds and the toys & books that were provided. Plenty of places to explore nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Steph

We needed to book a last minute long weekend, and this home was perfect! It was easy to check in and out. The house had everything you would need to stay in and cook or go out to the beach. Great size and layout for a family. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Charming Home

Spent a long weekend here with some old friends from high school and we had a wonderful time even despite some iffy weather. The place was extremely clean and cozy, with many thoughtful little touches throughout. The walk to the beach is not too far, and we enjoyed being able to walk/bike to some nearby restaurants. Amanda was a great and communicative host. Definitely would stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Perfect house in a perfect location.

This was the perfect house for our family of five, outfitted for a week of beach time. It was HOT a few of the days while we were here, but the AC kept us cool. We cooked most of our meals in, and the kitchen was well-equipped. The street is a dead end, so it’s quiet, which is really nice. I was able to walk to Food Lion for little grocery purchases, and the beach wagon was a godsend for the short walks to the beach. There is also a farmers’ market on Thursday mornings about a block away. All in all, the owners are responsive, and it was a great vacation rental experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

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

Great cottage in Nags Head

The cottage is adorable and just roomy enough to fit our party of six. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking gear. Cottage was a short walk to beach which is one of the ones with bathrooms and showers, which was nice. Also it was in a great location for us to do other activities - Jockey's Ridge, mini-golf and go karts, and lots of ice cream/custard treat options! Plus Amanda was awesome to deal with - super helpful and very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

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

We didn’t want to leave

The home was exactly as pictured, clean, cozy and beautifully decorated. My family had a wonderful spring break. The location was convenient, 5 min walk to the beach, less than 10 minutes to the coffee shop, ice cream and restaurants. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking family meals. Loved little details like white noise machines in every bedroom and children’s books to read to my kid every night. We also really enjoyed having access to the bikes to ride around the neighborhood, especially to the park nearby. We’d absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025