KD117- 3 BRs, 2 BA, 150 Yards to Direct Beach Access. Crow’s Nest & Wifi! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is KD117- 3 BRs, 2 BA, 150 Yards to Direct Beach Access. Crow’s Nest & Wifi! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is KD117- 3 BRs, 2 BA, 150 Yards to Direct Beach Access. Crow’s Nest & Wifi! located?

Situated in Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Outer Banks Beaches. Aviation Dog Park and Destination Fun are also within 1 mi (2 km).

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

Jul 15, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cute little oasis!

Absolutely loved this house! It was the perfect size for all 5 of us and super close to the beach. One of my favorite properties I have ever stayed at in OBX. Cute little quaint house with everything you need. My only complaint was the cleanliness, I assume the family that stayed before us had a dog because the whole house was covered in dog hair. That doesn’t reflect how amazing this house was though. Sometimes that happens so it was no big deal, the property management had someone come by and clean the house up immediately. So I give this place a 11/10!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

BEE M.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Overall good experience

The location and overall stay was great. My only knock on the property is that the laundry room isnt a part of the main house but instead downstairs in the parking area. You have a window of 1hr between 4pm checkin and when the property management company closes at 5PM. They did however work with me to get the code to the property. I would suggest allowing checkin to be more seamless. There is no bunk beds therefore the listing needs to be updated. Overall, we had a good experience outside those minor inconveniences.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Z.

Jul 11, 2022

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

Great location and clean property

Stayed here with our two children and their grandfather. The upstairs is sort of like a suite with its own bathroom, sitting area, and deck, and was perfect for the grandparent in our group while the rest of us stayed downstairs. The queen bed was fairly uncomfortable, but we got used to it. The twin bedroom is no longer bunk beds, but still has two twin beds. But if bunk beds or additional floor space are important to you, that’s something to consider. Walk to the beach was easy - puts you onto a beach access point with restrooms and a foot wash which was very helpful with young kids. Walked to restaurants and breweries. We are planning on returning to this house next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn P.

Aug 28, 2023

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

Most of house as described

My family and I stayed in the house for 2 weeks. Some of the house needs updated. I had called regarding the linen box from the previous guests had not been picked up. It never was and there wasn’t enough room for our linens and towels. There was a nail sticking up in Master bedroom. The doors for the Master Bedroom are shutters and cannot block sound. There were 3 hornets nest that were not dealt with. Otherwise, the house served its purpose. I believe we will find another property for next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

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6/10 Okay

A guest from Lindley, NY

Sep 19, 2024

Just OK

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very busy road in front of property. If u are looking for peace and quiet this is not it. Beds were ok comfort wise. Outside of home looks nice, inside needs some updating. If you are looking to cook meals you better start early. Stove one burner did not work, took over an hour to boil a pasta pot of water. Kitchen needs updated, boards under sink and dishwasher falling apart dirty. Silver ware drawer dirty. Black dog hair every where in home. Couches had some stains. Just overall not impressed.

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4/10 Poor

Nora O.

Aug 2, 2023

Disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very dirty when we arrived. Sand and dirt in all the carpets. There was a ton of sand in the master bathroom. Dust on all the shelving and coffee table. The house is a pet free house but there was def dog hair on everything. When I called the rental office they didn’t do anything about it. We spent our first day of vacation cleaning the house to our comfort level. The pictures on the web site also show bunk beds so we planned for that and they did not have them. Making the room much smaller.

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

Jul 10, 2023

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Recess - 117 Ocean

Excellent location!!! One block to beach access and a great store at the corner to grab any snacks, liquor, beach items needed. Great amount of space for 7 of us. Large table for games and meals. Enough couches for all. Working kitchen with adequate dishes/cookware. Outdoor shower was awesome. Cute decor. Ceiling fans and AC were great keeping us cool during a heat advisory. A-frame style was beautiful, open, and spacious. Loved what the owners had done. Complaints/issues are with the property management/rental agency. A big downside was poor cleaning. There was pet hair all over the bedroom floor; all over one bed and between the bed sheets of what management assured me was fresh, cleanly made-up bed; next to, behind, and under side tables and couches in the living room; and inside the washing machine! Check-in was a pain. We had to drive 20 minutes (traffic is slow in the summer on OBX) past the property to the rental agency to receive a piece of paper with our keyless code on it. Email, phone, or text would have worked better. Attempts to “contact the host” via email through VRBO were unsuccessful. Once I had booked, they stopped responding to questions. The rental agency called multiple times to ask permission to process card on file for final balance, threatening to cancel reservation. Each time, I approved it but they didn’t charge it. It took three phone calls before it was finalized.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Aug 6, 2024

Nice place to stay

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6/10 Okay

Jul 10, 2024

Ok for a budget rental

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The water filter was disgusting and broke. The keurig was filled with rust. The ceiling was peeling. It was good for a low cost rental but wouldn’t return. The agency was lacking in communication and never retrurned calls until days after. We requested linens prior to arrival and no return call until a day after checking in.

8/10 Good

Carol P.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Great location & space, BUT could use attention to property details

Great parts of property: -Location is walkable to beach with bathrooms. This accessible beach was great for bringing a wagon. -House has cold AC, nice deck with outdoor furniture -Plenty of couches for relaxing -Washer/Dryer is always a perk -2 full baths and outdoor shower -Space for a family Things that are still true from past reviews that were not addressed: -Nail sticking up in master bedroom floor -Dog hair on throw pillows, rug, washer/dryer area (more bothersome because property is listed as "pet free") -There are no longer bunk beds as pictured, now two twins, tiny dresser and one blocks the closet. Other notes about layout, etc -Laundry & extra fridge are ground level room and have access from outside only (bring a laundry basket). -To enter the property it is the stairs on the side. Prepare to be outside for unloading. -The tan recliners, when reclined, hit the blinds and the coffee table... could use a rearrange. -Master has folding doors so not a ton of privacy. -Towels are not provided for free. -Typical weekly rental property where you bring all paper products Other details that would make this 10/10: -Microwave turntable was replaced with wrong size and does not turn freely -Screen door missing closing mechanism -All but one non stick pan in rough condition. We bought a plastic spatula as there were only metal ones. -No cable working in twin room This review is not meant to discourage, just to set expectations. I also left feedback to Carolina Shores.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

Sep 12, 2022

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

Great stay at a great price

This property was just as described and was very clean. There were plenty of amenities, kitchen, games, books, etc. The location is superb as you can walk to many restaurants, convenience store and the DQ for dessert. The bike path is right out front and is wide enough for safe biking and wakking with young kids. Just a great spot and sweet little place we will rent again!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Aug 7, 2022

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

Great house in Kill Devil Hills

We loved the “A” frame style of this house, it not only looked great but it offered an open and spacious living area. The location was as good as you can get without being right on the beach, only a straight shot roughly 100 yard walk to the public beach access. The beach access is also the rescue station which may make parents of smaller children feel more at ease while in the ocean. The only thing keeping this review from all 5 stars was the dog hair which was all over the floor from the previous renters.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Jul 13, 2022

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

Relaxin at Recess

The house was perfect for us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis C.

Jun 19, 2022

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

Outstanding

The house was perfect. A short walk to the beach, the boys also liked it’s next to a Dairy Queen.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Sep 22, 2021

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

At the Beach

Great location just what we wanted and the house was clean and tidy. A great place to stay to work and enjoy the beach in the morning and afternoon

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrington B.

Sep 9, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Happy Place

My family loves this house so much. This is the second time we have stayed here and the kids love the big deck and being able to walk to so many places. The house is perfect for a beach get away.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

Sep 8, 2021

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

Great location!

This house is only steps from the beach! Plenty of space, loved the deck. We spent most of our time out there. Would stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harry S.

Aug 17, 2021

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

Perfect location, great house!

The house was good for our group of 7. The amenities were fine and the house is in a perfect location - 150 yards from the ocean, well-stocked Stop and Shop at the corner, and plenty of good restaurants nearby.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite I.

Jul 19, 2021

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

Best vacation spot

Perfect size for the four of us

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Jul 7, 2021

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

Great House

The house was just as described and fit our families needs! It is a very short walk to the beach which was very nice and convenient. I would definitely recommend this home to anyone and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again for future vacations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Jun 9, 2021

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

Recess

Fun times

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Canandaigua

May 11, 2021

Wonderful stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed a spectacular week in April of 2021. Carolina Shores provided us with not only a wonderful spot to spend our week but similar service when it came to answering questions, offering suggestions and going beyond simply providing a place to stay.The location was exceptionally clean, always important but even more so in the times of Covid-19. We were within easy walking distance of the beach, stores and restaurants.Our temporary home had everything that we needed. Comfortable with plenty of open space as well as a great little getaway spot on the second floor with access to a small deck for reading and relaxing.We would not hesitate to return here again and again!

10/10 Excellent

Carrington B.

Aug 23, 2020

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

Perfect stay

Perfect house for our family! We loved the front deck and being able to walk so many places. Will stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Jul 22, 2020

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

Great Location

We had a great time. The beach house is very cute and located close to the beach, Dairy Queen, and convenience store. Nice deck space. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Jun 28, 2020

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

Family Vacation

My family enjoyed our family vacation at Recess in Kill Devil Hills! 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

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