At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kitty Hawk holiday home include Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum.
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
The Jolly Roger Restaurant - 4 min drive
Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - 11 min walk
Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - 2 min drive
Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - 15 min walk
Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails
Updates for 2025: New Flooring, New Bedding, Updated Kitchen w/New Appliances, Gas Grill
Set Sail for a Relaxing OBX Getaway at The Shipley Enjoy decadently coastal relaxation at this lovely sound side home on a large lot in a peaceful setting. You and your family can effortlessly relax in the spacious great room with cathedral ceilings. The direct sound access will be an enticing destination thanks to an on-site beach with shallow to deep water perfect for children, swimming, fishing, and water sports. The Wright Brothers Bikeway and Ten Mile Loop Route (walkway/bikeway) flow next to the property, and an ocean public beach access is a short walk away. When you stay at Shipley, you can enjoy everything the OBX has to offer all while enjoying a private haven to call home.
On the Ground Level of this lovely home, take advantage of plenty of Parking as well a Covered Carport that's great for finding some shade. Impress the family with your grilling skills on the Gas Grill and Park-style Charcoal Grill that are just perfect for cooking up some fresh, local North Carolina seafood on a warm evening after you've just spent the day at the beach or even caught your own food at the Kitty Hawk Pier or the Avalon Fishing Pier. Rinse off in the Enclosed Outdoor Shower before heading upstairs to the main entrance where you can prepare to spend a relaxing evening with your loved ones inside.
On the Middle Level, enjoy the quiet comfort of the Covered Front Porch before heading inside to the large, spacious Living Area with cathedral ceilings, a Digital Flat Screen TV, and partial views of the water that are just ideal for relaxing as a family after a long day of fun at the beach or planning your next day's exciting Outer Banks adventures together in the light of the moon. Make something delicious in the spacious Kitchen with Modern amenities to enjoy in the Dining Area, which has comfortable, carpeted seating for 6. And if you need a little extra space, there's another table with 4 additional chairs in the Nook just off the Kitchen. Head out onto the Large Furnished Deck to catch some sun and relax surrounded by nature with your favorite book. Also on this floor, you can get some sleep in the Queen Bedroom or the Bedroom with 2 Twin Beds. A Full Hallway Bathroom and an additional Half Bathroom, as well as the Laundry Area with a Washer and a Dryer, finish out this floor to keep you and your entire family in ideal comfort.
Upstairs, get some privacy in the Loft with a Queen Sleeper Sofa and a Digital Flat Screen TV. You'll also find a Queen Master Suite just down the hall with sunset views over the sound and a Master Bathroom with a Whirlpool Tub and Shower. With luxurious touches throughout and ample room for your family to enjoy being near each other while still having some privacy, Shipley is an appealing destination to enjoy the best of the beach.
Convenient to Nature Trails, Restaurants & More! Located near MP 5 in Kitty Hawk, staying at Shipley means you're never far from great restaurants or local attractions! Just a few minutes away, you can watch incredible sunsets at the Windgrass Circle sound access or hop on the Wright Brothers multi-use path perfect for biking or taking a leisurely nature stroll. If going out to enjoy fresh seafood is your favorite beach activity, you'll love the Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant, Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar and Grill, Sanya Asian Bistro, Longboard's Island Grill and I Got Your Crabs Shellfish Market and Oyster Bar. TW's Bait & Tackle is also located nearby making it easy for the fisherman in your group to stock up on supplies and fresh bait. Avid golfers should check out Sea Scape Golf Links for an 18-hole links layout golf course while nature lovers will want to visit the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve where visitors can hike and bike through trails winding through the forests and wetlands. You're guaranteed to have an amazing Outer Banks getaway when you book your stay at Shipley today!
Beach Access: 0.4 miles / 9 minute walk to Tateway Rd. Beach Access; 1.1 miles / 3-minute drive to Hayman Blvd. Beach Access with public parking
Property Layout: Top-Level: Loft with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Digital Flat Screen TV; Northwest Master Suite with Queen Bed and Sunset Views Over the Sound; Master Bath with Whirlpool Tub/Shower Mid-Level: Covered Front Porch; Main Entry; Living Area with Digital Flat Screen TV and Partial Ocean Views; Dining Area; Breakfast Nook; Kitchen; Half Bathroom; Northeast Bedroom with Queen Bed; Full Hallway Bathroom; Southeast Bedroom with Twin Beds; Laundry (washer/dryer); Covered Stairs; Large Deck Ground-Level: Stairway to entrance at Living Area; Enclosed Outdoor Shower; Park-Style Grill; Outdoor Gas Grill Beds: 2 Queen, 2 Twin, Loft w/1 Queen Sleeper Sofa Mile Post: 5
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,871 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Family Groups Only. We (Seaside Vacations) are a vacation realty company and per NC real-estate laws a signed lease is required.
The beach gear rental credit is available May 22 - September 25, 2026 at participating homes only.
2026 Private Pool Dates: March 28 - October 23
Community Pool Dates: generally Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Dates are approximate & are not guaranteed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
422871
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails?
Yep, The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails is a short 9-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.
Does The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails?
No, The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails?
No, pets are not allowed.
The Shipley: Soundside Escape Near Beach & Trails Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ben S.
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
When we entered the house was mostly cleaned . The kitchen table chair was broken and hot water would run out after one or two shower .
Ben S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Jessica G.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Overall the stay was great. I was thinking the beach access was alot closer and did not like having to cross a busy highway to walk to the beach. Oh and just for info my daughter left braclets in the night stand in down stairs single bedroom.
Jessica G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Eric M.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
1st OBX visit
The property is well maintained and has a good location proximal to Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and Roanoke Island attractions. We would definitely stay there again