Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!
Cottage in Kitty Hawk, NC
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cottage rental
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
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
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Kitty Hawk, NC
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
The property received glowing reviews for its oceanfront location, spacious deck, well-equipped kitchen, and attentive owner. Guests enjoyed their time relaxing on the deck, watching dolphins, and having easy beach access.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a lovey stay at this property (4 adults and a dog). There are no surprises here – the house was exactly as pictured and described, was very clean, very well-equipped and consistent with the reviews. The house feels very spacious with the high ceilings and open layout, and you can enjoy the beach front view even from the couch. While it is a tad dated, the kitsch adds to the charm & fancy-free OBX beach feel. We were fortunate to have great weather and were able to fully enjoy the beach & the deck! Kitty Hawk has a great vibe, Terry was a great, responsive host & we would definitely stay here again.
Things someone might want to know:
• The dune is very steep. There are steps at the bottom of the house side, along with a little walkway to help with traction. You’re on your own on the seaside. While it was no issue for us, it could be quite difficult for someone with mobility issues.
• As clearly stated in the description, the fourth bedroom is under the main house with a separate entrance. It may not be suitable for everyone, so keep that in mind. You have to leave the room to access the toilet & outdoor shower. I would not have wanted to stay down there alone, but that’s just me.
• Proximity to the road was a worry for me but totally was not an issue. Your whole focus will be on the ocean that is right at your doorstep! The deck is spacious, solid & secure. The heavy gate latches from both sides, so no worries about kids and pets!
Great time overall!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location with great beach access to dog friendly beach. Great house for adults and children with outdoor showers and lots of extras.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
The house was very well equipped, loved the bedrooms and # of bathrooms. The view was fabulous, and the owner was very nice. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
The property is just as pictured. It is very clean. We had never been to OBX, so we toured the Wright Brothers Memorial, the Corolla lighthouse, the Whalehead Mansion and did some shopping. The beach is not busy at all this time of year. The views are gorgeous. The deck is so big and nice. Terry has everything you need in the kitchen to cook.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything just as it was shown
10.0 / 10.0
The Mermaid is a beautiful house fully equipped with all the amenities needed for a fabulous stay in Kitty Hawk, Outerbanks. We felt truly spoiled staying here- location, views, amenities, space to relax -everything! The deck is amazing - we spent so much time relaxing and soaking up the sun via the huge, oceanfront deck! Thank you, Terry, for sharing your house- this little slice of heaven with me and my family! ❤️
5.0 / 10.0
House was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The deck was a great place for our kids to play in the sun when we weren't on the beach. The area below the main house is very unique and convenient with shower and bathroom when coming back from the beach. Our only difficulty was with the sizable dune between the house and the beach that made it difficult for young and elderly family members to access the beach.
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect location, very lovely stay. Terry was very responsive.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Such a relaxing trip.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
8.0 / 10.0
House is wonderful
This is probably one of our favorite houses. We loved the house and the deck , house had all the necessities you would need to cook and relax on the beach . The only thing I can say bad about the place is if we hadve had our elderly parents they wouldn’t have hot to go the the beach because of the huge sand dune. Wish they would’ve had a set up steps to get to the ocean .
10.0 / 10.0
Great ocean deck and view!
Property was as described, location was great, and communication/checkin with host was easy and efficient. We enjoyed it!
10.0 / 10.0
Best ocean view you can get!!!!!
The Mermaid is a beautiful oceanfront home!!!! The host is wonderful to work with and the place is located as close to the ocean as you can get! It is a beautiful place that is equipped with everything you would need if you wanted to cook with a big dining room table and a great open design for our whole family, there were nine of us which included four children ages 1,2,3 and 4. We ordered out or went out every night so we didn’t use much of the wonderful accessories she does have there, so well stocked. So much larger than it actually looks in pictures with the three bedrooms upstairs, two full baths up there and a powder room and we never even used the downstairs bedroom which is very nicely equipped with a refrigerator and the bathroom downstairs and shower which we did use when we were on the beach because it was so handy! Very easy little hike up the sand dune and down the other side which was no problem even with all of our little ones we enjoyed the beach every day I can’t say enough about this beautiful home and the wonderful host if you’re looking for a place this is your place to go! Coffee on the deck, in her beautiful high Adirondack chairs watching the dolphins in the morning is about as good as you can get!!!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
Great deck and view!
We had a lovely stay at The Mermaid. It is a well equipped home. Comfortable furniture. No smart TVs. WiFi very slow. But wonderful to sit on the deck or on the beach and pass the time!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely home.
We had a wonderful time here. The view is beautiful and the house well stocked, clean and comfortable. Owner super responsible and helpful! Being on the beach is great. Could hear waves at night, lulling is to sleep!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay!
Best location our family has ever rented! Home was well equipped with all the necessary amenities for a large family on vacation. Plus the owner is very responsive to questions and a joy to deal with! Definitely will rent again.
10.0 / 10.0
PERFECT HOUSE! A must stay!
From reservation to check.out, this owner and house do not disappoint! She answered questions before our stay about fishing excursions etc, We arrived very very early, I let her know and she did her best to get us in asap! The house has the most awesome deck where you can watch dolphins, sunrises and your teenagers having the best time! The house seriously has everything you could need to cook for a large family, washer and dryer, great A/C, plenty of space to spread out. The home is decorated with a fun mermaid theme and is so comfortable! If you are looking for a house that is clean, comfy, accommodating, fun and has 30 second access to the beach, look no more! We will be back! Thank you Terry! Phenomenal host!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely Stunning
The mermaid is a splendid sea cottage with stunning views of the Atlantic and tastefully decorated. We would definitely visit again.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing Getaway
The house feels like a home, and has an incredible deck with a perfect view of the ocean. We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing week at Mermaid. The owner is very responsive and cares about your comfort during your stay. Five Stars!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Vacation Home Right on the Beach
We have always wanted to stay at a vacation home ON the beach. We definitely got that when we stayed at The Mermaid!
The Mermaid met all the needs of our group of 6 adults and one child. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable. The kitchen is huge and had everything anyone might need (including a 6 qt. Crockpot and muffin tins!).
The bedroom on the lower level is perfect for a couple that might want a bit more privacy from the rest of their group. The bedroom itself has a coffemaker, microwave oven and dorm size fridge, along with bathroom, separate shower area and lovely sitting area.
The deck on the house had the perfect chairs and tables to sit and enjoy coffee in the morning and crabs in the evening while watching the waves.
The owner was very responsive when we reported a small maintenance issue.
We are definitely considering a return visit to The Mermaid!
5.0 / 10.0
We have always wanted to stay at a vacation home ON the beach. We definitely got that when we stayed at The Mermaid!The Mermaid met all the needs of our group of 6 adults and one child. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable. The kitchen is huge and had everything anyone might need (including a 6 qt. Crockpot and muffin tins!). The bedroom on the lower level is perfect for a couple that might want a bit more privacy from the rest of their group. The bedroom itself has a coffemaker, microwave oven and dorm size fridge, along with bathroom, separate shower area and lovely sitting area.The deck on the house had the perfect chairs and tables to sit and enjoy coffee in the morning and crabs in the evening while watching the waves. The owner was very responsive when we reported a small maintenance issue. We are definitely considering a return visit to The Mermaid!
5.0 / 10.0
We chose this property because it allowed for pets (dogs) and because of the beachfront location in OBX. Overall, the house and property are in good condition, and the owner has clearly paid a lot of attention to decorating details with a mermaid motif (the name of the house is "Mermaids"). Overall, we were very happy with our stay in this house. The owner was very responsive to our questions and needs.There is a lower level to the house which has a single bedroom/suite with a queen bed, as well as it's own mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker; there is also a non-connected half-bath. This lower bedroom did have a slight musty odor. There are also 2 showers for rinsing off sand on this level. The main living space is on the upper level & has an open layout which is great for families. The kitchen is well equipped and the appliances are all in good working condition. There are three bedrooms on the main floor--a Master bedroom with king bed & private full bath, a second room with queen bed and private bath,, and a third bedroom with a bunk bed and trundle (3 beds total). The first two bedrooms are in great shape, however the trundle/bunk is quite old and very creaky anytime you move in either bunk. The closets are also unfinished with various odds and ends. All of the bedrooms have ceiling fans and a TV. There is an additional very small half-bath in the hallway. There is also a large wooden deck overlooking the beach with lots of chairs...great for entertaining.The location of the property is good, directly on the beach with an easy commute to shopping . If you haven't been to Kitty Hawk, a few things about this particular location to be aware of: 1. there is a steep drop off when entering the ocean and the waves can be quite rough, 2. there are biting sand flies that are a major nuisance on the beach (at least in August when we visited); their bites are quite painful and insect repellant was not very helpful, 3. the property is located on a moderate speed highway with very narrow shoulders and no sidewalks, so it is not an ideal place for biking or taking walks (other than on the beach), 4. there are a ton of dragon flies just off the deck, but be thankful because they eat mosquitoes! There are lots of activities in the area that are within a close drive (15-20 minutes) including kayaking and other sea sports. In summary, this is a nice pet-friendly beach house, great for families vacationing in OBX.
10.0 / 10.0
Pet-friendly home and beach in OBX
We chose this property because it allowed for pets (dogs) and because of the beachfront location in OBX. Overall, the house and property are in good condition, and the owner has clearly paid a lot of attention to decorating details with a mermaid motif (the name of the house is "Mermaids"). Overall, we were very happy with our stay in this house. The owner was very responsive to our questions and needs.
There is a lower level to the house which has a single bedroom/suite with a queen bed, as well as it's own mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker; there is also a non-connected half-bath. This lower bedroom did have a slight musty odor. There are also 2 showers for rinsing off sand on this level. The main living space is on the upper level & has an open layout which is great for families. The kitchen is well equipped and the appliances are all in good working condition. There are three bedrooms on the main floor--a Master bedroom with king bed & private full bath, a second room with queen bed and private bath,, and a third bedroom with a bunk bed and trundle (3 beds total). The first two bedrooms are in great shape, however the trundle/bunk is quite old and very creaky anytime you move in either bunk. The closets are also unfinished with various odds and ends. All of the bedrooms have ceiling fans and a TV. There is an additional very small half-bath in the hallway. There is also a large wooden deck overlooking the beach with lots of chairs...great for entertaining.
The location of the property is good, directly on the beach with an easy commute to shopping . If you haven't been to Kitty Hawk, a few things about this particular location to be aware of: 1. there is a steep drop off when entering the ocean and the waves can be quite rough, 2. there are biting sand flies that are a major nuisance on the beach (at least in August when we visited); their bites are quite painful and insect repellant was not very helpful, 3. the property is located on a moderate speed highway with very narrow shoulders and no sidewalks, so it is not an ideal place for biking or taking walks (other than on the beach), 4. there are a ton of dragon flies just off the deck, but be thankful because they eat mosquitoes! There are lots of activities in the area that are within a close drive (15-20 minutes) including kayaking and other sea sports. In summary, this is a nice pet-friendly beach house, great for families vacationing in OBX.
10.0 / 10.0
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
We loved our stay at the Mermaid!!!! Couldn't have asked for a better location to enjoy every second of a beach vacation. The huge deck makes for AMAZING ocean watching all times of day. With kids, it was so nice being able to pop back and forth from the beach to the house so easily. And the private entrance made our portion of the beach completely secluded all day long! Talk about an easy way to social distance :). The swing underneath the deck was also a huge hit for all ages :). And Terry was so helpful with everything. A perfect host!!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved the house and location
Everything went smoothly and we had a great time.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice view!
We loved our view from the deck. Beautiful sunrises! There were a few hiccups but they were taken care of quickly! Would recommend to family and friends.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Vacation!
The Mermaid is definitely our favorite of all the places on the beach. The house is beautifully decorated with private beach access and the deck is a wonderful retreat after a day on the beach. It is equipped with anything a family could possibly need. Can't wait to go back!
10.0 / 10.0
Mermaid House
We loved our week at the Mermaid house. The large deck was a wonderful place for evening cocktails, and ocean front location was perfect.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic!!!
We had a fantastic family vacation at Mermaid!! The house is beautiful! It's beautifully decorated! The home is fully furnished with anything you could possibly need. The kitchen has everything that you could ever need, wonderful cookwear! The ocean views are gorgeous from the kitchen, dining area, living room and master bedroom. The home is very spacious and super CLEAN! We were very comfortable and happy during the entire stay! The deck is huge, with plenty of seating with spectacular views! The home owner is super nice, friendly, and caring! There is only one word for our vacation, FANTASTIC! We can't wait to go back to Mermaid! Highly recommend!!!!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Kitty Hawk?
The average price for a rental in Kitty Hawk is $390 per night. This rental is $484 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!. 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 Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!. Enjoy the water!
Is Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck! 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 Oceanfront home featuring 500 square foot Oceanfront deck!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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