Title: Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! Cottage with a water park, steps from Outer Banks Beaches ## Photo gallery for Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! ![Outdoor dining - Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927400/90927385/78916b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927400/90927385/8f8a7576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach towels - Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927400/90927385/b5660031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927400/90927385/1424bfc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! (Kill Devil Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927400/90927385/49a25bd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the line of KH and Kill Devil Hills, this 1955 beach cottage boasts private beach access and ocean views from every room. Unwind on the large wooden deck or soak up the sun while gazing at the Atlantic, then retreat to cozy bedrooms with ceiling fans. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! A real treat to stay in a cottage with private beach access for our guests! Ocean views from every room! Simple 1955 layout-2 bedrooms on each side separated by a bathroom between each. Center common area includes kitchen, dining, & living with access to a large deck! Enjoy the 66 year old character-uneven floors & other quirks in the space. The reason you would rent this home is to spend time at the beach & be conveniently located on the line of KH & Kill Devil Hills -get out & explore the OBX! The space This space adopted a Hammerhead Shark - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful endangered species! If you are looking for a space for 8 that is walking distance to the beach, you have found it! Climb one flight of stairs and you have reached your space! Large older wooden deck, great for sunbathing, gazing at the Atlantic and soaking up the ocean air! Enter dining/living/kitchen thru sliding door from porch. Living room has a TV with ROKU stick. Bedrooms are located in the four corners of the home with one full bathroom on each side! All bedrooms have ceiling fans. One side of the house has a king bed in one bedroom and a king bed in the other. Between the two bedrooms accessible from the main living area is a full bathroom with tub/shower combo. The other side of the house has a queen bed in one bedroom and queen in the other. Between these two bedrooms also accessible from the main living area is a full bathroom with a small standing shower. Enough parking for 2 vehicles. If your group is larger then 8 there are two other spaces that are available to be rented separately! Inquire with your host if you are interested in these spaces as well! Guest access Everything on the upper level is for your use with the exception of the owners closet! Other things to note One bath towel, wash cloth, beach towel, and beach chair provided per person ! Private beach access for all Pelican guests is directly across from driveways. Nearest public beach access is Arch St. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### 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 - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52670000/52665000/52664944/10fb3547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swept Away One -Great Family Beach Home Kill Devil Hills - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 98 reviews CA $220 CA $452 total includes taxes & fees Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=52664944&PinnedHotelID=52664944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96038000/96037973/8590cd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Salty Vibes/2 Blocks to Beach/Close Beach Access/Wright Memorial & Ocean Views Kill Devil Hills - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $158 CA $514 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=96037973&PinnedHotelID=96037973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71060000/71057200/71057124/ff0c04e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DESIGNER Beach Cottage - Only 2 Blocks to the Lifeguarded Beach!! 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Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house. Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away. Turn all lights off. Set AC to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure. Lock all doors & windows at your departure. If a key was used please put it back in lockbox. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Detailed house rules will be sent to you via message once your reservation is confirmed. If you have questions prior to booking please ask your host! Thank you for your interest in our home, please include a list of names and ages in your party and what brings you to the area. Any violation of outlined house rules can result in loss of damage deposit to canceled booking with no refund ### Pets Pets not 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ## 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%7C36.05481%2C-75.68268&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wp0mgVAgHsN8fRHCUxu9_57pnDw=) Kill Devil Hills, NC #### What's nearby - Kitty Hawk Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Paradise Fun Park \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Children at Play Museum \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - Glazin' Go-Nuts \- 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - Avalon Fishing Pier \- 1 min drive \- 1.7 km #### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Black Pelican - ‬2 min drive - ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk - ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck!? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck!? ### What time is check-out at Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck!? ### Where is Sand Life - Pelican's Upper Deck! located? ## Have a question? 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