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DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Destination Fun - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint - ‬3 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.

DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!

Spend time at the cutest beach box in the Outer Banks!

If you’re looking for a PARTIAL stay, please contact me directly. I will be happy to try and work something out for you! If you were looking for a monthly rental in the off-season, please reach out for discounted monthly rates.

Located at Mile Post 7, this oceanside beach box cottage named ‘The Mermaid Shanty’ is located just 2 blocks from the best lifeguarded beach on the central Outer Banks of North Carolina. The first thing that will catch your eye is the inviting screened in front porch, just waiting for you to sit and watch the sun come up & sip coffee or enjoy an afternoon cocktail! Sunbathe on the back deck in the afternoon or grill food by the fire pit at night. This home is a perfect getaway for families with children, couples, or a guys/girls week! Quiet street, 2 blocks to beach access, 2 blocks to Goombay’s Raw Bar and Grill, Publix, Food Lion, Lowes, & department stores located within walking distance.

The interior was professionally remodeled & decorated with beach inspired furnishings. There are 3 bedrooms & 2 1/2 bathrooms. One bedroom with a king bed, another with a queen bed, & a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds, sleeps-4 (perfect for children or adults). There is a locked storage underneath the house where there is a full bath with an enclosed shower, toilet and sink (perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach) & washer & dryer.

Also Included:

Keyless Entry

Towels & Linens at no extra charge

Beach Cruisers (3 Adult Cruisers), Kids Bikes, Boogie Boards, Skim Boards, Beach Chairs & Towels, Umbrella & Beach Wagon

Welcome Package:

Paper Towels (1), Toilet Paper (2), Trash Bags (2), Dish/Hand Soap & Sponge

We are a pet friendly home, there is a $125 + tax non-refundable pet fee

Cleaning Fee $175 + tax

Refundable Deposit $150

Pets are not allowed in bedrooms or on beds/furniture.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Tonia Reed

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, under home, or on decks.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $125 PER PET non-refundable fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Kill Devil Hills is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. You'll also find Wright Brothers National Memorial and Avalon Fishing Pier within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

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 this vacation home?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is 15.8 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!!?

Yes, every accommodation at DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! comes with a deck.

DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway spot!

Nice house very close to the beach. Great outdoor spaces!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for a family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Shanty. Great communication from the owner. This house has everything needed for a week at the beach. Beds were super comfy! And we really appreciated having a washer and dryer available.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach chairs, air conditioning

Hello, we did enjoy our stay. Just would like to mention that we followed the air conditioning instructions but the room with the bunk beds didn't get cool enough. We were able to find 4 usable beach chairs but there were several that need replacing because they were broken {torn} & rusty.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Season B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway at the Mermaid Shanty

Our stay at the Mermaid Shanty was truly fantastic. Tonia, the host, has thoughtfully equipped the beach house with everything needed for a relaxing getaway. As this was our first visit to OBX, we had a lot of questions, but the house provided a sense of comfort and ease. With four kids and our parents in tow, there was plenty of space for everyone to feel at home. The front porch quickly became our favorite spot, and the backyard was a great size. The downstairs room, complete with a shower and extra toilet, was incredibly convenient. We absolutely loved the charming decorations, and everything was spotless and fresh when we arrived. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Had the best time at this cute place! Had everything you need! Loved having the bikes and beach wagon. Was also really nice not to have bring sheets and towels!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bridget

Great location. Very comfortable home. It had so many convenient beach supplies and bikes. The front porch was awesome to relax and read!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outer Banks Oasis

Property was perfect! Super cozy and convenient! Short walk to beach. Cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing beach getaway. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Property

Loved the location, the huge front porch, and our 4 kids thought they were in heaven in the room with 4 bunk beds! The house was very cute and you could tell the owner wanted it to be comfy and very inviting. There were so many things at the house it was extremely helpful and easy to feel at home. The kids tried out all of the games, read the books, and we utilized the awesome beach wagon, beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas. We had everything we needed and more. Tonia was so nice and quick to respond to any questions. She had a list of ideas for us on where to go and places to eat. It was just the best vacation and we hope to do this again next year. Thank you Tonia!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place!

Everyone enjoyed their stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for my little family!

My husband, 12 month old, and I loved our long weekend here. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t exactly beach weather for us so we loved being able to hangout on the large screened in patio. This location couldn’t be more perfect! Our favorite restaurant was Bonzer Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Was very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLY N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

The house is Absolutley perfect. It has everything you need, location is great, and it is clean and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little place to stay

This house was so cute and clean. We would definitely stay again. The host was so quick to respond to questions and so accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach getaway !

Close to beach access on a quiet street & close to attractions. Neat tidy home with great beds and everything you need for a nice beach trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach themed house

property was beautifully decorated with light and airy colors and accents. House was upper floor only and stairs to all entrances. Bedrooms were nice and comfortable. We enjoyed cooking some meals in well equipped kitchen.front enclosed porch was very breezy and our dog enjoyed playing there. . We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Long Weekend

We really enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Shanty! We came down on a stormy day and asked about early check in. We were able to turn a miserable beach day into a relaxing afternoon on the comfortable screened in porch. We’ve been having trouble finding rentals we like, but we will be back to Mermaid Shanty!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carson C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Vacation

We had a great long weekend vacation! The owners were in touch prior to our trip and very welcoming. She provided more info and suggestions than any other rental we’ve stayed in. The beach wagon provided was a small but wonderful touch- we can’t imagine not using one in the future. The hosts were extremely accommodating and provided everything we needed. The few questions we had leading up to our trip were responded to within a few minutes. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely place and good location

Great communication with the owner, and the place is exactly as described. Great location in OBX. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

The Mermaid Shanty was a great retreat for us before the school year started and a bonus that we could bring the dog on vacation with us too. The house was very clean and had everything we needed including a few things we forgot to pack (sound machine for thw kids) The location was great- a short walk to the beach, restaurants, grocery and moni golf. Communication with the owner was great. Looking forward to returning in 2024.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for the family

The house was great and came with everything we needed. Location is central to everything so you can easily explore entire outer banks. Shower under the main floor was super convenient for sandy kids. Wagon came in handy and beach was beautiful. screened in porch with string lights made for relaxing memorable evenings!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice family place

Great for the family. Short walk to the beach and good suggestions from the owners. Pea island was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Screened porch

The screened porch was definitely the highlight. We sat out there every night. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable cottage

A cottage like feel, adorably decorated a block from the beach. Wonderful screened porch with a nice breeze. Was a perfect get away for the four of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023