Title: Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106030257&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK Vacation home with a water park, 6-minute walk to Outer Banks Beaches ## Photo gallery for Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106030300/106030257/87320aaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106030300/106030257/41c25087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106030300/106030257/7501c835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106030300/106030257/a858d9d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106030300/106030257/876e8053.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Barefoot Joy, a classic OBX beach cottage in Kill Devil Hills, unwind in your backyard oasis with a tiki bar and grilling area. Climb to the observation deck for an ocean view or enjoy the open-concept living/dining space inside. This prime oceanside location is just steps from Avalon beach access and pier. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61272 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK Kick off those flip flops and feel the Barefoot Joy when you stay at this classic OBX beach cottage in Kill Devil Hills. The prime oceanside location means you'll be just a short walk to the Avalon beach access and pier. Use the beach cart to easily transport all of your gear. Barefoot Joy is the perfect choice for guests who want to spend their vacation surfing, fishing or simply enjoying the beautiful sights of the sparkling Atlantic. After a day of fun in the sun, head back to the house and get happy hour started in your very own backyard oasis. This fabulous outdoor space includes a tiki bar, grilling area with picnic table and covered sitting area. Climb the stairs to the observation deck where you can lounge in the sun while enjoying an ocean view. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms including a king ensuite, and an open-concept living/dining area with a well-stocked kitchen for preparing meals at the house. Start your day with a delicious latte using the Nespresso machine, and wind down for happy hour at the bar in the den. Pets are welcome, so bring your four-legged friends along for the beach vacation of a lifetime. Barefoot Joy is situated at Milepost 7, truly the heart of Kill Devil Hills. This central and sought-after location allows guests to get anywhere on the Outer Banks, from Southern Shores to Roanoke Island, in a matter of minutes. A movie theater, mini golf, grocery stores and a variety of shopping and dining options are located within a mile radius. Nearby restaurants and nightlife include Awful Arthur's Oyster and the Stonefish Bar at Avalon Pier, both within walking distance from the house. Pets allowed. No smoking/vaping. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,272 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116700000/116697200/116697125/95f164f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renovated \~ Hot Tub, Fire Pit & 5Min to Beach Kill Devil Hills - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=116697125&PinnedHotelID=116697125&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114943100/114943082/e8f542ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5206 Hogg Heaven \* 3 Min Walk to Beach Kill Devil Hills - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=114943082&PinnedHotelID=114943082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23520000/23514200/23514193/7286f369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Point Break Cottage- Steps to Beach- Community Pool & Spa Buxton - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=23514193&PinnedHotelID=23514193&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63530000/63523500/63523439/515705d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern home. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3033 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.04184%2C-75.67541&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qxGENguQsKTsLMaj8yQ_3NnbLLk=) Kill Devil Hills, NC #### What's nearby - Avalon Fishing Pier \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Glazin' Go-Nuts \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Paradise Fun Park \- 2 min drive \- 2.0 km - Kitty Hawk Beach \- 2 min drive \- 2.4 km - Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 km #### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬2 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk - ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK? ### What time is check-out at Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK? ### Where is Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Barefoot Joy: Short Walk to Beach/Pier | Pets OK Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devon B. Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great stay at Barefoot Joy and will be staying here again! The house was very clean and and organized. Loved the single level living and the outdoor space. The short walk to the beach and pier is a huge plus! ##### Devon B. 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