DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! - Vacation rental home in Kill Devil Hills, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

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 prices.

Located at Mile Post 7, this oceanside beach box bungalow 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 appreciate an afternoon drink! Sunbathe on the back deck in the afternoon or grille food by the fire pit at nighttime. This home is a ideal hideaway for families with kids, couples, or a guys/girls week! Quiet street, 2 blocks to beach access, 2 blocks to Goombay’s Raw Bar and Grille, Publix, Food Lion, Lowes, & department stores located within walking distance.

The interior was professionally modernized & 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 (ideal for kids or adults). There is a locked storage underneath the home where there is a full bath with an enclosed shower, toilet and sink (ideal for rinsing off after a day at the beach) & washer & dryer.

Also Supplied:

Keyless Entry

Towels & Linens at no additional 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-returnable pet fee

Cleaning Fee $175 + tax

Refundable Deposit $150

Animals are not allowed in bedrooms or on beds/furnishings.

About the Area

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Glazin' Go-Nuts are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Traveling with kids? Consider Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Full Throttle Speedway.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your rental in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Kill Devil Hills vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Kill Devil Hills area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to select the best vacation rental in Kill Devil Hills:

• Choose dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is often accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. Call the host right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.