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Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!

Cottage on the beach, with water park

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pelican, your beach retreat in Kill Devil Hills. Step into this charming 1955 surf shack apartment and unwind with smart TV and AC/Heat control in every room. Enjoy private beach access across the road, a covered porch with propane grill, or relax on the L-shaped leather couch.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!

This unique place has a style all its own! Completely renovated ground level surf shack apartment located conveniently on the Beach Road in Kill Devil Hills yet literally a stone throw away from the Kitty Hawk line! View the surf and sand from inside your bungalow apartment kitchen & living rooms! Skip across the road to private beach access! Knotty pine throughout in this 1955 year old one of a kind space! Easy access to all the OBX has to offer!
The space
This space adopted a Green Turtle - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful endangered species! No steps to contend with! Covered porch and propane grill greet you at the entrance which leads into full size kitchen and dining area for four. Spacious living room with smart TV, large L-shaped leather couch! Two bedrooms with closets & ceiling fans plus your own controlled AC/Heat in every room! One king bed and one queen! One full bath with tiled shower!

Enough parking for 1 vehicle preferably.
If your group is larger then 4 there are two other spaces that are available to be rented separately! Inquire with your host if you are interested in these spaces as well!
Guest access
Everything in your space is for your enjoyment including the propane grill and outdoor hose at entrance. Inside is all yours except for the locked owners closet.
Other things to note
One bath towel, wash cloth, beach towel, and beach chair provided per person !

Private beach access for all Pelican guests is directly across from driveway.

Nearest public beach access is Arch St!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Gather Used towels: Leave in a pile in hamper or bathroom. Leave beds alone - do not strip!
Throw trash away: Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house. Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away. 
Turn all lights off. Set AC to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure. Lock all doors & windows at your departure. If a key was used please put it back in lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Detailed house rules will be sent to you via message once your reservation is confirmed. If you have questions prior to booking please ask your host!
Thank you for your interest in our home, please include a list of names and ages in your party and what brings you to the area. 
Any violation of outlined house rules can result in loss of damage deposit to canceled booking with no refund

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Paradise Fun Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children at Play Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Pelican - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! on Nov 23, 2025 start from $118.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills cottage is just steps from Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Beach. Avalon Fishing Pier and Paradise Fun Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayden A.

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

June 1-3rd

Wonderful property! Very clean inside the house and short private access to the beach! Property manager/owner will work with any concerns or problems that may arise! Mentioned a set of batteries were dead and within 20 mins there was brand new batteries on the door step!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025