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Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome.

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.
A beach with a dog walking on the sand.
A wooden building with a balcony and a staircase leading to a second floor.
A covered outdoor area with wooden beams and a concrete floor, featuring a simple bench and a wall with silhouettes of people.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71347 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Nags Head

This cottage places you steps from Dowdy Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Nags Head Beach. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and a phone are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Dowdy Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Art Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nags Head Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome.

If you're looking for a small affordable family cottage in a quiet location within an easy walk to the beach (2 blocks), then this is it! Very comfortably furnished and well-equipped (especially the kitchen), kept in great shape by part-time local owner, the Cooley Cottage offers a quiet yet very convenient location. There is just a short walk to a beach access with a lifeguard stand. Virtually no traffic on this cul-de-sac, yet right in the heart of Nags Head activities, whether it be swimming at the beach or sound, shopping, or a variety of outdoor family activities. Plus it’s pet friendly! Grab those boogie boards and take a short walk to the beach where your family and your pooch can enjoy the Atlantic Ocean at its best.
Restaurants, Nags Head Fishing Pier, coffee shops, shopping, and a variety of family amusements are all a short walk away from the quiet yet convenient location of this cottage. This is the perfect spot for those athletes coming for marathons! The cottage is a block from where the November race starts!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 14,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

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

*One dog limit! *When booking check "pet" for the fee to be added. Thank you! *Please keep your dog off of the furniture, unless covered.
If you are outside of any House Rules and/or Rental Agreement, it could result in termination of stay.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $175 pet fee for 1 dog

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

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Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Dogs are welcome. Cottage

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

Yep, Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. is a short 5-minute walk from Nags Head Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, scuba diving and body boarding.

Does Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

No, Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 115 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway and Great owners!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location, favorite vacation! CCC is great, my family of 6 wouldn’t change a thing - we especially enjoyed the lower level/rec room area and being central to so many fun places in Nags Head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Those was just perfect for our family and allowed us to include a short grandparents visit as well! The outside space was lovely! We loved the hammock!we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the location of the house it was so homey and lovely.. got to meet the landlord and she was the sweetest lady will definitely rent from her again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful stay at this location just two blocks from the beach. The property was very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, which made for a very pleasant experience.The kitchen was especially impressive and well-equipped, with all the utensils and essentials you could possibly need to prepare meals during your stay.The host was also very thoughtful and communicative. I was notified that the house was ready about 30 minutes before the official check-in time, which was a really nice touch and made arriving much easier.Overall, I had a great experience and would be happy to stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beach house has a warm ,comfortable and loving atmosphere. Easy to get to grocery stores and coffe shops!!! We will be back next year. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to beach, restaurants, grocery, & shops.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's always a good time staying at CCC. Great location. Well stocked kitchen and a beachy layout help you coast into relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation!

We loved returning to this awesome house. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

CCC is a great place!

Great place to stay and the management team did everything to make us comfortable and welcomed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was close to the beach, clean and comfortable. Nice community, just a block to a great park. We will definitely consider again for future summer vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic nags head beach house. Perfect home for our young family to create amazing memories. I would definitely recommend this home and will be keeping an eye out for it every time I am planning my OBX trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Nags Head

Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay. Short walk to the beach, clean, reasonably priced, and willing to take the dog. Would absolutely stay there againl
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away

It was a clean, nice home for our fishing trip! We are hoping to come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at OBX

CCC is a wonderful cottage, very clean, well appointed and a great location for all the area offers. Highly recommend and hope to return again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place grateful for pet friendly properties!

Large family gathering with so many moving parts and the property worked beautifully for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing beach stay!

Property was pleasant and clean. Close proximity to beach, restaurants and activities. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome place. Everything was accurate
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice

Very good stay and trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

Perfect house for a beach getaway. Everything you need and close to the beach and all Nags Head has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

Had a great time returning to the Outer Banks with my family. Great location and loved that we were able to bring the dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Our” OBX beach house

We have been coming to CCC for over 20 years - love the house updates thru the years and the convenient location to many of our favorite places in OBX. This is the only place we have stayed and already looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

This charming cottage is just as advertised. Easy walk to the beach and conveniently located to pretty much everything. Nicely decorated and dog friendly, it had everything we needed. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family friendly cottage!

Lovely cottage, short walk to beach & close to amenities. Clean, comfortable, great kitchen. And, pet friendly too! Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

The place was great. On a cul de sac, quiet. Walkable to beach. It was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024