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Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!

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Enjoy the ocean views from a shaded spot under the beach umbrellas.
Enjoy an outdoor space with a picnic table and staircase leading to a scenic platform.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, oven, and coffee maker.
Situated on sandy terrain, this beachfront property features a wooden deck and staircase leading to an upper level.
Relax in this inviting living room with a plush sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!

Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!

Unique layout-Upper level features 3 bedrooms 2 and ½ baths. Ground level area features 1 bedroom with only 3 steps to enter. Ground level also features ½ bath and 2 enclosed outdoor showers. Please note there is a separate outside entrance from Ground level to Upper level.

Upper level features a Gourmet kitchen with 3 ovens and plenty of work space. Living area offers a separate wet bar area with sink along with a large picture window overlooking the ocean and beach. Just off the kitchen is the dining area with plenty of seating.

There is a ½ bath down the hallway along with a full size Washer and Dryer. Just off the hallway is Bedroom #1 with a Queen bed and access to a Private Bathroom. Bedroom #2 will have a Pyramid Bunk (Double on the bottom, Trundle underneath. Bedroom #3 is the Master Bedroom and is located on the Oceanside of the home. It offers a King bed and has a Master Bath with a full sized Jacuzzi whirlpool tub.

Bedroom #4 is located on the Ground Level and has a Queen bed, vanity/sink, microwave, coffee pot and mini refrigerator.

All bedrooms have ceiling fans 2 fans in living/dining area. Enjoy plenty of beach 200 feet of private access. NO SMOKING, Sleeps 10. The turnover day for this home is Saturday. Guest must bring their own bed linen, towels, paper and soap products. Beds all have mattress pads, pillows and bed covering. Pet fee is per dog if you have two dogs there is an additional pet fee of $250

Property manager

Terry Cargill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only $250 per dog pet fee 2 dog max

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: FOR A FEE
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sea Scape Golf Links - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Paradise Fun Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Pelican Seafood Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bad Bean Baja Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk cottage is just steps from Kitty Hawk Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Children at Play Museum and Holy Redeemer Catholic Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

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

Great Vacation

The house was exactly as listed and had everything you could want or need in a vacation rental. The location was perfect. We watched dolphins from the deck almost every day. Our dog loved hanging out on the large deck and the gate kept him safe. We ate dinner on the deck several nights as the sun was setting- lovely. Terry’s house is perfect for an OBX vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell N.

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

Amazing location

Such a relaxing trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Best OBX vacation ever!

House was right on the beach with an amazing deck overlooking the beach and ocean. Best part of every day was enjoying morning coffee pre-dawn through sunrise on the deck. Second best part of the day was cooking in the best-stocked kitchen I have ever encountered in a rental house. The downstairs room was perfect and private for visiting family members. Owner was friendly and responsive to all inquiries and requests. We would stay here again without question.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

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

Awesome house, awesome location! Mermaid is our favorite beach house!!

House is always immaculate and ready for us when we arrive! Perfect stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Bequi H.

Great family stay right on the beach

We had a great stay right on the beach. House is located in a very central area. Beach was not crowded at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amber K., Port charlotte, fl

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

We loved the house and location

Everything went smoothly and we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Great ocean deck and view!

Property was as described, location was great, and communication/checkin with host was easy and efficient. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Great representation of Outer Banks

Great representation of Outer Banks - Lovely beach home in Kitty Hawk, nicely decorated with Great deck to watch the sunrise every morning. Plenty of information about local restaurants and attractions supplied by the owner. Great Stay for our first visit to the Outer Banks.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita J.

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

Great stay in Kitty Hawk

We had a great time staying here. Kitchen is well equipped and there was plenty of space. Very quick walk over a dune to get to the beach and great views from the upper deck. The younger kids had a great time playing on the lower level under the deck too. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen C.

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

Best House Ever

We came off-season and the weather wasn’t the best but the house was cozy and comfortable. Everything was beautiful and there was everything we could possibly need. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cristopher L.

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

Our second stay

This was our second stay at this property and it was a great place for our family vacation including kids, grandparents, and a dog. We had a minor maintenance issue which the owner handled immediately. Very pleased with the experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Wonderful

Beautiful house right in the beach! We loved spending our evenings on the huge deck with our pups. We can't to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

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

The Perfect Beach Location

This was the perfect place for our beach vacation. The large front room overlooks the ocean, pictures don't do it justice. The extra large deck was where we spent our evenings sipping wine and watching the waves. The home was clean and well stocked, the property manager was accessible and attentive. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie W.

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

Ocean front is the way to go!

The home was very clean and it was so nice being Ocean front and not having to drag all the necessities for a day at the beach across roadways. We enjoyed Beautiful views from inside the home as well as the top deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

terri s.

Amazing!

This is our families 2nd year staying at the Mermaid house! The views are breathless! The house is beautiful and very clean and the owners are so nice and always make sure we are satisfied. Cant wait to be there next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan O.

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

Great

You can't beat staying right on the beach. Large deck highlight of the property. Also nice to find a house with a king size bed. Private beach access, an abundance of chairs (beach and deck), and plenty of seating for outside or indoor dining. Awesome spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

Best Beach House Ever!

This house is as close as you will get to the surf without being in a boat! Great accommodations located in the heart of Kitty Hawk - close to some really great locally owned restaurants! Other great points: terrific deck, comfortable furniture and beds, and plenty of kitchen space! Property owners are awesome and the house was spotless! We love, love, love this place and will definitely rebook for next summer!

10/10 Excellent

beth a.

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

Wonderful

Everything just as it was shown
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Mermaid Cottage

The house has one of the best views of the ocean of any oceanfront house we have ever stayed in. Stocked well, appliances were in excellent condition, and the outside and inside of the cottage were spotless. House is bigger and brighter than photos.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

tonya f.

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

Relaxing Family Getaway

We had a wonderful week at the Mermaid! The house was so cute and charming. The location was everything! The beach being so close made it so nice going back and forth to the house with our kids. Everything was nearby in terms of shopping, restaurants etc. Terry was very easy to contact and returned texts right away. I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our time! Especially when the dolphins swam by!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Susan T.

Will be back go sure. Thanks terry

Great location. Cottage little to formal for us. Love to fish we were afraid we'd mess home up. Dogs did really well.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

terri s.

Beautiful!

Amazing!!!!! Very clean everything you need in the house. The views from the deck are breathtaking. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Great Location

The house is great and represented accurately in the listing. The views of the ocean and beach are amazing and the deck was incredible (what drew me to this listing in the first place). We would play at the beach for a few hours, then played under the deck and not have to worry about too much sun. The location is great, quiet beach (away from public access), but near a lot of restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Perfect vacation home!

Fourth time at The Mermaid! Upon arrival, my husband's first remark was "our home away from home". The Mermaid is in excellent condition, beautifully decorated, extremely comfortable home in a great location with a quiet relaxing beach. Sitting on the deck, watching the dolphins and pelicans makes my heart so happy. Terry, the owner, is wonderful to work with. Highly recommend this vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim W., Catawba, SC

Great house and great location

This was our first trip to the Outer Banks and we couldn't have been more pleased with the house. The house was clean, comfortable and well equipped. I don't believe you could find a property that was any closer to the ocean. The large deck was a great plus and provides you with a prime view of the daily dolphins swimming by. As some other reviewer said, you can't go wrong with this one.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

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