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On the beach
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paradise Fun Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Kitty Hawk

At this cottage you'll be within steps of Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Beach. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Children at Play Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Holy Redeemer Catholic Church - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬15 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.

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage

Step into Beach Retreat and get brought back to the 1970s Vintage Nags Head. Small 2 Bedroom Bungalow with updated kitchen, fresh white cabinets and butcher block countertops. New floors and ceiling. New light fixtures and New Stainless Steel Appliances Fridge w/ Ice maker. The Master Bedroom is Oceanfront with new furniture. Complete Tranquility listening to the Ocean from the back porch and Master Bedroom. The back porch also features a private outdoor shower with hot and cold water and bench. The back porch and walkway is pet friendly with dog gates. The front bedroom has a full and bunk beds. The bathroom is situated in the middle with updated Porcelain tile and new toilet. All fresh paint throughout. Cottage is clean well maintained.

2026 Improvements:
New flooring insulation and plywood
New plumbing
New hot water heater
New A/C / Heat Pump
Repaired outside shower decking
Repaired Deck chairs
New sofa and live seat coming soon!

May 2022 Renovation:
New white kitchen cabinets
New stainless steal appliances, added dishwasher
New LVP waterproof flooring
New tongue and groove ceiling
New carpets in the bedrooms
New ceiling fans throughout
New light fixtures throughout
Fresh paint throughout

Best Features:
View is amazing from covered porch.
Great location!
Private outside shower with hot water
New single stack washer/dryer
New walkway deck, direct access to the Beach.
Dog Friendly
New retainer wall with LED lights, plants.
Parking for 3
Great Location!!! Near Hurricane Mos, Black Pelican and Johns.

Cottage Reminders:
- Charcoal Grill on premise
- Wifi info on side of fridge
- Checkin after 3pm, Checkout by 10am

Cottage includes: Sheets and bath towels, kitchen cloth and wash cloth. Mr. Coffee and keurig, blankets, comforters, pillows, and dishware. Housekeeping will leave 1 roll of TP for emergencies.

*Please email me if the cleaning staff missed anything and I'll send them back over.

Several 5 Star Reviews. Must stay cottage!!!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

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

General

  • Unit size: 810 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Place trash bins by the road

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Take trash out, clean dishes and countertops before leaving

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 248047

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Retreat Oceanfront Kitty Hawk

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Kitty Hawk

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage?

Yep, Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage is on Outer Banks Beaches.

Does Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a charcoal grill and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage?

No, Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Beach Retreat - OceanFront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our time here! The location couldn’t have been better! It was just steps from the beach, which made everything super easy and relaxing. Check-in was a breeze, and the house had everything we needed. The owner was great at communicating and made sure we had all the info ahead of time. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The closest my family and I had ever been to the beach! Convenient and awesome covered back porch. Our dog loved the porch as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carrie E., Washington DC area

Disliked: Cleanliness

Renter Beware - it's a dump

Stayed 2 week, actually left early it was so gross with NO response from owner. Main issues: 1) Seriously overpriced. Property is 2 star at best as it is old, run down and needs serious maintenance. Decks are dangerous and wobbly with rusted screws sticking up, boards coming up, outdoor furniture too dangerous and wobbly to use. Plants growing up through grill, filthy rooms, smelly carpets and musty closets. There are huge wood roaches that come out at night in the bedrooms, ants all over kitchen. etc. Furnishings old and sticky. I have photos and videos which I am happy to share. Contacted the owner after first week with these issues and NO response so I left 2 days early.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James B., McMurray, Pa

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beach Retreat perfect for beach lovers.

Perfect location. Great accommodations for us. Very disappointed with the housekeeping. The floor was sandy and there was pet hair in many places. I swept the floor with a broom and ran the vacuum. I could not believe how much debris I picked up. Both coffee makers were badly in need of cleaning. Especially the Keurig. The cottage was very welcoming in size and comfort. The back porch was terrific. It had an excellent view of the beach and the ocean. The short walk to the beach gives the feel of a private location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delores H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another memorable holiday!

Another memorable holiday at the Beach Retreat. This is our go-to OBX getaway. The recent upgrades make it feel like a brand new place, while retaining that original beach cottage charm! And speaking of charm, Mark is one of the most gracious hosts you will ever meet. I can't say enough, except that our best kept secret is secret no more!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glorious views and many updates to cottage

I felt like I was back in time. The cottage is so warm and inviting. The views are perfect. Private yet the view is fantastic. The kitchen is beautiful. I love the cafe curtains. The master bedroom mattress is very comfortable. I love hearing the ocean roar while going to sleep. So peaceful. Also so dog friendly. The deck has doggie gates. It was so nice to relax and not worry about them escaping. Mark is warm and quick to respond. I want to come back year after year. Make time to see the most Beautiful sunsets ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location!

My second stay here, and the view from the porch can't be beat. Literally steps from the water. The house is clean and cute, perfect for those who need a smaller space. Nice cold AC. Responsive and friendly owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Beach Retreat. The view and location was amazing. It had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

This property was great and probably one of the best places I stayed at while visiting OBX. Right on the beach - it was perfect for drinking coffee and watching the sunrise and hanging on the beach all day. It’s also super close to great restaurants and shopping. The home was clean and perfect size for my husband and pups. We will have to make another visit back as the weather didn’t quite cooperate, but we loved everything about this place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking piece of heaven

We wanted to take a last minute vacation and heard the OBX was an awesome place to go. Within minutes of finding this place, Mark was responding and we had it booked. The pictures don't do it justice...the view from the covered deck is amazing. We were able to watch a few surfers and dolphin pods while watching the ocean waves crash. Long work weeks...we deserved a chance to take a breath and got more. Our breath was taken away by the views. The cottage was clean and larger than we thought. The new stove and microwave made it easy to cook at our leisure. The sandbar is small so mobility issues are not as much an issue to get to the beach. In fact, if you can do 5 or 6 stairs, once inside you never have to leave because the deck overlooking the ocean is exactly what it says it is, close to water! Bring binoculars as it is fun to watch the dolphins and birds dive in the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

The house is a great little 2 bedroom, perfectly located to step off of the porch and into the sand. A beach lovers dream. Mark was quick to respond with any questions or concerns. Definitely recommend for that old outer banks feel. Close to good restaurants
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Spot

For clarity and transparency, my wife, my dog, and I were the only occupants. This house was PERFECT. I know on occasion people are fooled are by photos or vague descriptions, but this was the opposite of that. The home was exactly as described and even better upon arrival. Right on the beach with a gorgeous deck to see the sunrise and sunset, perfectly furnished with a plenty of room for a family of 4 to 5. Professional and clean I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in February/March

We had a great stay. Loved the house, very comfortable. Had everything we needed. Thanks for allowing pets. Mark was very responsive on the single question we had. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on Earth

This is an amazing place, steps from the water. With a covered and completely enclosed deck it's a fantastic place for our pup and to watch the spectacular sunrise each morning. Comfy beds, great shower, and plenty of room. The owner is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

Beach Retreat is a great cottage, very convenient to everything we wanted: nice restaurants, antique stores, Duck, etc. We loved being able to just walk out the back porch and onto the beach! The property was well stocked with everything needed for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall vacation

Enjoyed! Everything we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

shelby f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location!!

Right on the beach! The cottage was cozy and comfortable. Hurricane Ian just made us shorten our stay by a day, but can't control the weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Ranson WV

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Great location...nice house. Mark is great to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage, perfect location!

We could not have loved our stay more! The cottage was perfect for our family, kids, dogs. The recent updates were a great bonus. We felt at home and also perfectly relaxed on the back deck watching the sunrise and enjoying the best view! The deck was dog friendly and enclosed so we could all sit out there together. The location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Needs maintenance and basic updates

The location is superb-right on the ocean and close to restaurants. The check in was frustrating as we expected a lock box on the door and it was elsewhere and we could not locate. No instructions to show how to operate the lock box. There was a major water leak under the kitchen sink that flooded the floor. There were two buckets under the sink for the water leak. The shower rod is rusty and towel rack missing. The vents for the ceiling duct work look as though they could fall. The heating/air was inconsistent for each room. The recliner was not stable and does not stayed reclined all the way. We expected an older property but not the condition it was in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Solo Getaway!

I headed to the beach in search of solitude, and this cozy home delivered. The sunrise and sunset views were killer, and proximity to the beach doesn't get any better. The kitchen was well-appointed for home cooking, and bed was comfy. The home could use a little TLC but has all the basics covered. Mark was responsive when a small maintenance issue popped up, and I appreciated his quick communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R., Lexington VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Mark is an excellent and very responsive host. Property is an older cottage but has a prime location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view

We had a wonderful stay at the beach retreat. Everything was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

John C., Denver

Great location, needs work

Easy renting . Older house that needs repairs ; however the location made up for everything else. Great location could use some beach furniture for guest use or tell guest to bring their own
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021