License to Chill! 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfront with Pool and Hot Tub.
About this cottage rental
A treehouse on Hatteras Island. License to Chill takes advantage of it's unique location and lets you experience the beach from every room. The house has 3 bedrooms and is split into two sides connected by outdoor decks. The west side of the house includes main living area, kitchen, master bedroom and bath. The west side faces the beach and includes 3 sliding glass doors that open to ocean breezes. The East side of the house is connected to the west side by first and second floor decks and includes another master bedroom and bath and twin bedroom upstairs. The house was redecorated and updated in 2012 to include new bedroom furniture, couches, and flat screen T.V.s. The beach is a directly across the street and beach access is less than 100 yards away left or right. The views from the house are enhanced by double lots across the street, rather than houses, dunes and ocean are what you see. A brand new 6 person hottub was purchased in 2012 and moved onto the pool deck so you can soak under the stars. Previous guests rank the pool and large pool deck as the best amenity of the house hands down. This is your chance to experience Hatteras Island as it was meant to be, outdoor living with modern conveniences.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(56 Reviews)
5.0
Nice location. Owner was very attentive.
5.0
Quick walk to the beach pool 360 sun nice size hot tub everything u need no wasted space !
4.0
Nice property- placement of bathrooms not convient, a lot of stairs, pool no heating or lighting, below deck outlet didn’t work- had to buy extension cord to listen to music by the pool, grill is tiny for a family of 6. Have no pets but kids tried to play volleyball in the yard and stepped in dog poop from neighbors barking dogs and our 7 year old got cactus burrs in his foot I had to get out with tweezers- honestly ocean view is misconstrued unless you want to climb on top of the house- more stairs! Overall I give it 4/5 stars- it’s Vacation! We slept, we ate, and the kids had a great time! For the price I wish the hike to beach wasn’t so bad, I wish the living room was bigger, the bathrooms were different.
5.0
This house had character and personality. In the 20+ years I have been coming to OBX, I have never rented a home so different than the cookie cutter homes you usually have to pick from. We loved the pool, listening to the ocean, ample parking, just enough space, just enough yard, quite and private. We had eight adults and 1 dog and we were very comfortable. The separate living areas make it very roomy. There are some minor repairs that look like are being taken care of. The owner was very helpful and responsive. We had a wonderful vacation. Thanks M.T.
5.0
This cute little cottage by the beach was absolutely amazing!! My family had a great time. The property had everything needed beach access was easy and the pool and hot tub were perfect.
3.0
This is a lovely, quiet neighborhood with a pretty beach. The owner is very responsive. However, the house needs a lot of maintenance and attention that it is clearly not getting without onsite management. The description also needs some clarifications. There is no beach view, except in the very top crows next where it fits maybe 2 people standing and there is no place to sit and enjoy it. Beach access is about 100 feet away in either direction, but it's quite a long walk through the dunes and would be difficult for anyone with mobility issues. Description says there is a wall of doors that can be opened to enjoy the breeze, but handwritten in Sharpie is 'do not open, may not close again' on two of the three sets of doors. Fix the doors!
Regarding maintenance, the AC in the main house was broken, which was communicated to us a few days before we arrived. The temporary fix, however, did not keep the living area and upstairs master bedroom cool enough during our stay. Fortunately, the Owner comp'ed us adequately. But there are other issues. The built-in microwave doesn't work and emitted a concerning burned wire smell when we tried to us it. (Owner said he will just cut the wires so it can't be used. Fix it!) The front left eye on the stove doesn't turn down from high position, even when the knob is turned to low, which we discovered the hard way. These potential fire hazzards led us to check the smoke detectors, neither of which (both upstairs) were in working condition. Most of the hot tub jets don't work, so you don't get that bubbly hot tub feel. (Fix them!) Many of the 'upgrades' and 'fixes', even structural to the exposed ceiling beams, appear to not have been professionally done, and it shows.
There are also signs all over the house telling you what NOT to do, yet missing helpful info, like where to buy groceries. I've never experienced anything like it and I've rented a lot of vacation homes in many countries. It's just all around not in the best shape and not particularly renter friendly. It needs some investment of time and money to make it worth renting again. I'd call it bare bones. We would not rent again.
5.0
This home was perfect for my family and I. We absolutely loved having the pool! The fact that the house is separated was awesome allowing the kids there own pad. The grill and kitchen proximity made it so easy to bbq and chill. Thank you Michael for sharing your home with us. We definitely want to return!
5.0
Little slice of heaven
Our small family of three (plus our dog) loved this uniquely set up home with fenced in pool and hot tub just over the sand dunes. Will absolutely book again!
4.0
Beautiful Beach
Owner was very responsive, property was nicely decorated and as described. I left flamingo and unicorn floats as well as pool floating lights to enjoy!
5.0
Close to the beach with a fantastic pool and a quaint atmosphere. Adults and teens had a marvelous time. Owner could not have been more helpful!
5.0
Great location and house for small family!
Had a wonderful time at License to Chill. Check-in and out were smooth and easy to manage, owner was super responsive and the location was perfect size for our family of 4, including our 6 and 10 year old boys. Would highly recommend for a close-to-the-beach yet sleepy vibe for relaxation and fun.
5.0
Close to the beach!
Close to the beach with a fantastic pool and a quaint atmosphere. Adults and teens had a marvelous time. Owner could not have been more helpful!
5.0
Rainy but cozy
Unfortunately, we experienced a rainy week, but the property was comfy and cozy. We completed three puzzles and watched a few movies while we relaxed and enjoyed our time together. Mike was responsive to all our needs.
5.0
Great pool and a neat house in a fantastic, ocean view location close to beach access. Excellent, responsive owner/manager. Home is not outdated (circa 1980s) like so many of the rentals in the area, which is nice. Great, functional kitchen to cook in. These homes take a *beating* from the elements...some investment in decks, window A/C units, hot tub jets, and master bed will be necessary for this unit to keep its appeal at the current rate. Overall a great stay with a fantastic owner and we would come back!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at License to Chill! The pool was our favorite feature and we were sad to say goodbye to it. The location was prime as it was only a short walk to the beach with 2 beach accesses close by. The structure of the house was unique and offered a good amount of privacy when traveling with another couple. I would definitely return in the future and I would recommend this house to others. We enjoy our OBX vacation.
5.0
OBX Summer Vacation 2021
We enjoyed our stay at License to Chill! The pool was our favorite feature and we were sad to say goodbye to it. The location was prime as it was only a short walk to the beach with 2 beach accesses close by. The structure of the house was unique and offered a good amount of privacy when traveling with another couple. I would definitely return in the future and I would recommend this house to others. We enjoy our OBX vacation.
5.0
Neat Place in a Great Location!
Great pool and a neat house in a fantastic, ocean view location close to beach access. Excellent, responsive owner/manager. Home is not outdated (circa 1980s) like so many of the rentals in the area, which is nice. Great, functional kitchen to cook in. These homes take a *beating* from the elements...some investment in decks, window A/C units, hot tub jets, and master bed will be necessary for this unit to keep its appeal at the current rate. Overall a great stay with a fantastic owner and we would come back!
5.0
First vacation at outer banks did not disappoint. So many things to do and see. Wild horses, fishing, lighthouses, memorials, etc.
House was very convenient to beach access, restaurants and stores. Perfect weather around Memorial Day.
5.0
Excellent
5.0
Outer Banks
First vacation at outer banks did not disappoint. So many things to do and see. Wild horses, fishing, lighthouses, memorials, etc.
House was very convenient to beach access, restaurants and stores. Perfect weather around Memorial Day.
5.0
As advertised. Right across from beautiful beaches with awesome pool/hot tub setup. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Nice clean home. Good neighbor
Excellent
5.0
As advertised. Right across from beach with awesome pool/hot tub setup. Would highly recommend!
As advertised. Right across from beautiful beaches with awesome pool/hot tub setup. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Great place
License to Chill is a perfect place for a family. Private bedrooms for the kids, great amenities, close to the beach. Owner communicates really well. Really enjoyed our stay here.
5.0
Great house for family beach trip!
We love this house. Close to beach and ice cream. Great pool and hot tub. Good layout for family with teens as the kids can have their own areas. The dog gets to come along too!
5.0
Great getaway
The beach house was great. I would definitely stay there again. The neighborhood was nice, clean and quiet. The only thing that I see that needs to done is applying a little paint. The decor and furniture is beautiful. I would recommend this beach rental.
5.0
Loved it.
This little place was perfect for a week at the beach with another couple and the dog. We landed in town after a signature Hatteras Island seven-hour power outage, so the refrigerator and upstairs AC unit were playing catch-up for a while, but Michael was very helpful and had someone come out to check the refrigerator just in case. The location is great, tucked back far-enough away from HWY 12 and one row off the beach. The pool was our favorite part- perfect for days when the beach was too warm. The kitchen was well-equipped for doing all of our meals in-house, bring a sharp knife and a large skillet if you plan on doing a lot of cooking. The gas grill with a stocked propane tank was a great amenity. The house was clean and comfortable and we appreciated the shabby-coastal decor. Check-in and out was a breeze and we can’t wait to come back to this little gem. Thanks so much!
5.0
Beach house beauty
Funky layout but a nice place to stay. Well equipped with easy access to the beach
5.0
Perfect
This place was perfect for our family! The pool is awesome and access to the ocean was right down the road. The owner of this house was amazing! He checked in with me and was easily accessible for any questions we had. Great stay at a great place! Thanks Mike!
5.0
Great Location and Amentities
This rental was perfect for our family vacation. It was convenient to the beach where we spent most mornings and the pool/hot tub was perfect for the afternoons. There is also an ice cream shop in walking distance to the house. The house itself is well kept and is well supplied for cooking, grilling, etc. It is definitely a rental we will come back to if we are in the area again.
4.0
Cute and quaint.
House was very unique. Upon arrival very clean and welcoming. It was a little smaller than we imagined. I am glad more people didn’t come down. Two teenage boys and 2 adults was tight. Air conditioner in upstairs master was still hot. Pool was great and refreshing. All in all I would stay here again despite how cramped we were because we still had fun and it was really close to ocean. And the owner was very nice and helpful and answered any questions I had.
4.0
Great!!!
My husband and I stayed here with our daughters, 6, 14, and 16. It was perfect because the kids could have their own side space on one side of the house and my husband and I stayed in the bedroom on the main half. Perfect location in OBX, close enough to everything you need, but very quiet. Pool made a great alternative to the beach! Definitely recommend!
5.0
Excellent family vacation house. Perfect for a family with teens.
Wonderful place for a family to relax and enjoy the beach! The pool is terrific and you can hear and see the ocean from the house. We will come back here!
4.0
Great time at a unique house
Our family really enjoyed this unique house with an awesome pool and hot tub. Not far from the beach either! The kids really enjoyed their room with the treehouse hatch. The separate wings were nice for privacy. OBX never disappoints.
5.0
A great place!
We loved our week at License to Chill. The house is fun and close to the beach. The pool is much bigger than it appears in photos. The hot tub was an added bonus. We enjoyed Salvo and it was much quieter than Kitty Hawk and all the busy towns up north. I hope to go back soon.
5.0
Relaxing getaway with all the amenities!
My husband and I stayed here for a week and loved it! There is a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of extras you might have forgotten, laundry machines, towels/linens, and more. The home owners really make it feel like a home away from home and make sure you have everything you need. The house has a quirky split layout and lots of natural light. It was a very close walk to the beach just across the street and a nice view of the ocean from the top deck. The beach wasn't very crowded and was very clean. We would definitely recommend staying here!
5.0
Perfect house for the family
We loved this house! The pool and hot tub were great, and the separate wings made it a bit more private for everyone. If you have an SUV, definitely pay the $50 for an ORV permit and enjoy all of the beach ramps south of Salvo. Far more private than anything you can find in Nags Heads / Duck / Corolla. Thanks Mike!
5.0
A Great House to enjoy the beach!
This unique beach house in Salvo was really great for our family vacation. The layout is quirky and our kids loved it. It is small but there is so much great outdoor space, you don't notice. The pool is fantastic and really made the trip even better. The location couldn't be better as the beach access is just across the street and there is a great ice cream place at the end of the block. The owner is awesome to work with and always responded right away to any questions or concerns. We ended up having to leave 2 days early due to the massive power outage on the island and the owner was great and offered a partial refund for our trouble. We would definitely stay here again!
4.0
VERY quant place, QUIET neighborhood, EXCELLENT customer service, HIGHLY recommended.
Owner is very responsive via call and text. It makes you feel like you're valued and he makes sure you are.
When we first arrived, kitchen lighting on one side of the house did not work. Owner sent an electrician out immediately, though they still did not work, but we were fine with that.
A/C units in the twin beds bedroom did not work, we couldn't sleep in there, but we were fine with that as we brought an air mattress as backup.
Pool was extremely convenient and warm throughout the week stay. Hot tub was working very well and convenient as well.
Main picture is pre-dated, seems like it's a few years earlier.
Lot is on the corner of the street, few hundred yards from the beach.
Pets are allowed, which was great! We had two of our big dogs with us and they loved it, maybe more than we did!
High chair and pack and play was provided, unexpectedly, but came in huge help for our 1.5 year old.
Pricing was fair, especially for a mid-summer rental.
Overall we had a blast and would go back, for sure!
5.0
Great pool and hot tub! Wonderful sunsets. Shaded parking. Handy post beach outside shower
It was a relaxing week at the beach. Pet friendly for our corgi. Everyone loved the pool. It was amazing to have it all to ourselves. Very close to the beach. crow's nest view was good. The AC units kept the house cool. Austin's steamer pots were good. Top dog mahi tacos were fantastic. We walked to village conery 5 times. Yummy! Did the Lighthouse, Ocracoke too. Lots of fun!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Outer Banks?
The average price for a rental in Outer Banks is $206 per night. This rental is $69 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at License to Chill! 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfront with Pool and Hot Tub.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at License to Chill! 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfront with Pool and Hot Tub.. Enjoy the water!
Is License to Chill! 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfront with Pool and Hot Tub. pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at License to Chill! 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfront with Pool and Hot Tub.?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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