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Smart TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Kitty Hawk Beach
    1 min walk
  • Children at Play Museum
    11 min walk
  • Paradise Fun Park
    12 min walk
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    30 min drive

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About the area

Kitty Hawk

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Kitty Hawk cottage, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Beach. Also, Children at Play Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Paradise Fun Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Holy Redeemer Catholic Church - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Pelican Seafood Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bean Baja Grill - ‬2 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.

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage

Step into Beach Retreat and get brought back to the 1970s Vintage Nags Head. Small 2 Bedroom Bungalow with updated kitchen, fresh white cabinets and butcher block countertops. New floors and ceiling. New light fixtures and New Stainless Steel Appliances Fridge w/ Ice maker. The Master Bedroom is Oceanfront with new furniture. Complete Tranquility listening to the Ocean from the back porch and Master Bedroom. The back porch also features a private outdoor shower with hot and cold water and bench. The back porch and walkway is pet friendly with dog gates. The front bedroom has a full and bunk beds. The bathroom is situated in the middle with updated Porcelain tile and new toilet. All fresh paint throughout. Cottage is clean well maintained.

May 2022 Renovation:
New white kitchen cabinets
New stainless steal appliances, added dishwasher
New LVP waterproof flooring
New tongue and groove ceiling
New carpets in the bedrooms
New ceiling fans throughout
New light fixtures throughout
Fresh paint throughout

Best Features:
View is amazing from covered porch.
Great location!
Private outside shower with hot water
New single stack washer/dryer
New walkway deck, direct access to the Beach.
Dog Friendly 🐕
New retainer wall with LED lights, plants.
Parking for 3
Great Location!!! Near Hurricane Mos, Black Pelican and Johns.

Cottage Reminders:
- Be sure to bring linens and towels
- Charcoal Grill on premise
- Wifi info on side of fridge
- Checkin after 3pm, Checkout by 10am

Cottage includes: Mr. Coffee and keurig, blankets, comforters, pillows, and dishware. Housekeeping will leave 1 roll of TP for emergencies.

*Please email me if the cleaning staff missed anything and I'll send them back over.

Several 5 Star Reviews. Must stay cottage!!!!

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Property manager

Mark Cochran

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

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

General

  • Unit size: 810 sq ft (75 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Retreat Oceanfront Kitty Hawk
Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Kitty Hawk
Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Private vacation home

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carrie E., Washington DC area

Disliked: Cleanliness
Renter Beware - it's a dump
Stayed 2 week, actually left early it was so gross with NO response from owner. Main issues: 1) Seriously overpriced. Property is 2 star at best as it is old, run down and needs serious maintenance. Decks are dangerous and wobbly with rusted screws sticking up, boards coming up, outdoor furniture too dangerous and wobbly to use. Plants growing up through grill, filthy rooms, smelly carpets and musty closets. There are huge wood roaches that come out at night in the bedrooms, ants all over kitchen. etc. Furnishings old and sticky. I have photos and videos which I am happy to share. Contacted the owner after first week with these issues and NO response so I left 2 days early.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James B., McMurray, Pa

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beach Retreat perfect for beach lovers.
Perfect location. Great accommodations for us. Very disappointed with the housekeeping. The floor was sandy and there was pet hair in many places. I swept the floor with a broom and ran the vacuum. I could not believe how much debris I picked up. Both coffee makers were badly in need of cleaning. Especially the Keurig. The cottage was very welcoming in size and comfort. The back porch was terrific. It had an excellent view of the beach and the ocean. The short walk to the beach gives the feel of a private location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delores H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another memorable holiday!
Another memorable holiday at the Beach Retreat. This is our go-to OBX getaway. The recent upgrades make it feel like a brand new place, while retaining that original beach cottage charm! And speaking of charm, Mark is one of the most gracious hosts you will ever meet. I can't say enough, except that our best kept secret is secret no more!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious views and many updates to cottage
I felt like I was back in time. The cottage is so warm and inviting. The views are perfect. Private yet the view is fantastic. The kitchen is beautiful. I love the cafe curtains. The master bedroom mattress is very comfortable. I love hearing the ocean roar while going to sleep. So peaceful. Also so dog friendly. The deck has doggie gates. It was so nice to relax and not worry about them escaping. Mark is warm and quick to respond. I want to come back year after year. Make time to see the most Beautiful sunsets ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!
My second stay here, and the view from the porch can't be beat. Literally steps from the water. The house is clean and cute, perfect for those who need a smaller space. Nice cold AC. Responsive and friendly owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
We absolutely loved our stay at the Beach Retreat. The view and location was amazing. It had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This property was great and probably one of the best places I stayed at while visiting OBX. Right on the beach - it was perfect for drinking coffee and watching the sunrise and hanging on the beach all day. It’s also super close to great restaurants and shopping. The home was clean and perfect size for my husband and pups. We will have to make another visit back as the weather didn’t quite cooperate, but we loved everything about this place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking piece of heaven
We wanted to take a last minute vacation and heard the OBX was an awesome place to go. Within minutes of finding this place, Mark was responding and we had it booked. The pictures don't do it justice...the view from the covered deck is amazing. We were able to watch a few surfers and dolphin pods while watching the ocean waves crash. Long work weeks...we deserved a chance to take a breath and got more. Our breath was taken away by the views. The cottage was clean and larger than we thought. The new stove and microwave made it easy to cook at our leisure. The sandbar is small so mobility issues are not as much an issue to get to the beach. In fact, if you can do 5 or 6 stairs, once inside you never have to leave because the deck overlooking the ocean is exactly what it says it is, close to water! Bring binoculars as it is fun to watch the dolphins and birds dive in the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
The house is a great little 2 bedroom, perfectly located to step off of the porch and into the sand. A beach lovers dream. Mark was quick to respond with any questions or concerns. Definitely recommend for that old outer banks feel. Close to good restaurants
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Spot
For clarity and transparency, my wife, my dog, and I were the only occupants. This house was PERFECT. I know on occasion people are fooled are by photos or vague descriptions, but this was the opposite of that. The home was exactly as described and even better upon arrival. Right on the beach with a gorgeous deck to see the sunrise and sunset, perfectly furnished with a plenty of room for a family of 4 to 5. Professional and clean I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in February/March
We had a great stay. Loved the house, very comfortable. Had everything we needed. Thanks for allowing pets. Mark was very responsive on the single question we had. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
This is an amazing place, steps from the water. With a covered and completely enclosed deck it's a fantastic place for our pup and to watch the spectacular sunrise each morning. Comfy beds, great shower, and plenty of room. The owner is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Beach Retreat is a great cottage, very convenient to everything we wanted: nice restaurants, antique stores, Duck, etc. We loved being able to just walk out the back porch and onto the beach! The property was well stocked with everything needed for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall vacation
Enjoyed! Everything we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

shelby f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location!!
Right on the beach! The cottage was cozy and comfortable. Hurricane Ian just made us shorten our stay by a day, but can't control the weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Ranson WV

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great location...nice house. Mark is great to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage, perfect location!
We could not have loved our stay more! The cottage was perfect for our family, kids, dogs. The recent updates were a great bonus. We felt at home and also perfectly relaxed on the back deck watching the sunrise and enjoying the best view! The deck was dog friendly and enclosed so we could all sit out there together. The location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Needs maintenance and basic updates
The location is superb-right on the ocean and close to restaurants. The check in was frustrating as we expected a lock box on the door and it was elsewhere and we could not locate. No instructions to show how to operate the lock box. There was a major water leak under the kitchen sink that flooded the floor. There were two buckets under the sink for the water leak. The shower rod is rusty and towel rack missing. The vents for the ceiling duct work look as though they could fall. The heating/air was inconsistent for each room. The recliner was not stable and does not stayed reclined all the way. We expected an older property but not the condition it was in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Solo Getaway!
I headed to the beach in search of solitude, and this cozy home delivered. The sunrise and sunset views were killer, and proximity to the beach doesn't get any better. The kitchen was well-appointed for home cooking, and bed was comfy. The home could use a little TLC but has all the basics covered. Mark was responsive when a small maintenance issue popped up, and I appreciated his quick communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R., Lexington VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Mark is an excellent and very responsive host. Property is an older cottage but has a prime location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view
We had a wonderful stay at the beach retreat. Everything was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

John C., Denver

Great location, needs work
Easy renting . Older house that needs repairs ; however the location made up for everything else. Great location could use some beach furniture for guest use or tell guest to bring their own
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

QIMING M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location for sunrise and beach
We enjoyed our 3 nights stay in this cozy comfy house right on the beach during Christmas break. Weather was warm and beautiful. We walked a lot with our dog. Everything in the house was just for us, basic needs are met! Beds are so comfy… thank you Mark! We will be back soon:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
The house is a prefect small cottage. Loved everything about the location and the house. Very much enjoyed a relaxing day on the beach with my puppy dog and boyfriend. Thank you for sharing your vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021