Title: Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=10852&destination=Nags+Head%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=74227368&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade ## Photo gallery for Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels - Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade (Nags Head)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74227400/74227368/69c5c494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Golf - Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade (Nags Head)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74227400/74227368/f23627dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, DVD player, foosball - Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade (Nags Head)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74227400/74227368/05d35de8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade (Nags Head)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74227400/74227368/w2204h1472x0y0-0defa3ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade (Nags Head)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74227400/74227368/55840e0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the best of coastal living at Whale Cottage, a 5-star Nags Head home with private beach access and heated pool. Enjoy cornhole on the double-deck patio, lounge in the sun or savor coffee while watching sunrise. Take advantage of community pool access from May 25 to September 2, bikes and boogie boards for your beach days. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132580 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer ## 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. ### Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade The Whale Cottage in Nags Head is your ultimate coastal getaway, just steps from the beach and designed for multi-generational families, friend groups, and pet-lovers. Located across from the white sands of the Atlantic and just 30 steps from the heated community pool, this home blends relaxation, fun, and comfort in a stylish oceanside setting. Whether you’re soaking in the private hot tub, playing in the arcade game room, or relaxing on one of the two-story decks, unforgettable memories are waiting to be made. We also welcome your furry family members — up to 2 dogs under 40 lbs (pet fee applies) KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE \- Across from the Beach – Only 78 steps to the sand \- Pet-Friendly – Up to 2 dogs under 40 lbs welcome \- Private Hot Tub – Relax under the stars after a beach day \- Arcade Game Room – Foosball, arcade games & Nintendo console \- Heated Community Pool – Just 30 steps away (seasonal) \- 2 King Master Suites – Both with Jacuzzi tubs & deck access \- Ocean Views from Multiple Decks – Two-story wraparound patios \- Fully Stocked Kitchen – Large dining table seating 12 \- Beach Gear Included – Chairs, umbrellas, wagon, boogie boards & towels \- 6 Smart TVs – Perfect for movie nights & game days \- Remote-Work Ready – Dedicated desks + fast Wi-Fi \- 2 Washers & 2 Dryers – Ideal for large groups \- Sleeps 13 Comfortably – Great for multi-generational stays 4 BEDROOMS / 3.5 BATHROOMS – SLEEPS 13 \- Master Suite 1 (King) \- Plush King bed \- Ensuite w/ Jacuzzi tub & shower \- Desk workspace, Smart TV \- Private deck access with ocean views \- Master Suite 2 (King) \- Plush King bed \- Ensuite w/ Jacuzzi tub & shower \- Desk workspace, Smart TV w/ cable \- Deck access \- Bedroom 3 (King) \- Smart TV w/ cable, darkening shades, fan \- Deck access + ocean views \- Bedroom 4 (Bunks + Trundle) \- 2 Twin-over-Twin bunk beds + 1 twin trundle (sleeps 5 total) \- Smart TV w/ cable & Nintendo gaming console \- Walk-out deck access \- Living Room + Bonus Sleeping \- Queen sleeper sofa in the family room \- 3.5 bathrooms total | Double sinks, Jacuzzi tubs, high-end toiletries FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN & DINING \- Modern kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, cookware & serving essentials \- Large dining table seats 12 comfortably \- Breakfast bar + Keurig & drip coffee station \- Blender, microwave, oven, toaster & more PERFECT BEACH LOCATION \- Just across the street from the ocean — 78 steps to the sand! \- Located near Jennette’s Pier (3 min) and Jockey’s Ridge State Park (5 min) \- Short walk to The Fresh Market & Food Lion for groceries \- Near top OBX restaurants: Austin Fish Co, Tortuga’s Lie, Tale of the Whale, Noosa Beach Grille, and more OUTDOOR FEATURES & VIEWS \- Two-story wraparound patio decks with ocean views \- Outdoor dining area, BBQ grill & Adirondack chairs \- Ocean-facing hammock for naps with a breeze \- Cornhole & outdoor games \- Private hot tub under the stars \- Rockers + reclining loungers for sunbathing or reading GAME ROOM & FAMILY FUN \- Arcade games, foosball table, and board games \- 6 Smart TVs total — perfect for movie nights or game days \- Family-friendly amenities: beach toys, cornhole, boogie boards, bikes \- Beach wagon, chairs, umbrellas, and towels all included COMMUNITY AMENITIES \- Heated community pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day) — just 30 steps away Nearby activities: \- OBX Fishing Charters & Dolphin Tours \- Safari Park, Mini Golf, Hang Gliding, Water Sports \- Wild Horse Adventure Tours \- Outer Banks Golf Courses COASTAL GOLFERS’ PARADISE Nags Head Golf Links – Semi-private course with Roanoke Sound views Kilmarlic Golf Club – Challenging design in natural beauty The Pointe Golf Club – Friendly, well-maintained public course The Carolina Club – Great layout and vibe Duck Woods Country Club – Private but welcoming community course WHAT GUESTS LOVE “Absolutely beautiful home! Kids loved the game room. Super clean and well-stocked.” – Morgan “Close to the beach, relaxing decks, fully equipped kitchen. We’ll be back!” – Lucy “One of the best Airbnbs! All the beach gear you need + great hosts.” – Daniel “Perfect OBX vacation! Fantastic location and layout.” – Beau GOOD TO KNOW \- Up to 2 dogs under 40 lbs welcome (pet fee: $175), for bigger dogs, please inquire. \- Rental agreement required after booking \- Early check-in / late check-out available (fee applies) \- 2 washers & 2 dryers for guest use \- Self-check-in for convenience \- Professionally cleaned & sanitized after every stay FOR REMOTE WORK & LONGER STAYS \- Dedicated workspaces in both master king suites \- Lightning-fast Wi-Fi throughout \- Extended stays welcome – ask about long-term discounts! BOOK YOUR OBX GETAWAY AT THE WHALE COTTAGE This luxury oceanside home in Nags Head has everything you need: steps to the beach, a private hot tub, a game room, and two king suites with ocean views. Whether you’re planning a summer family reunion, a fall fishing trip, or a romantic escape, The Whale Cottage is your perfect coastal base. Don’t wait — book now and start counting down to ocean breezes and beach days! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Optional ski privileges ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Fenced private pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car available - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside only ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Boat - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Optional ski privileges - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 ### General - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 2,580 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser - 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Must be 24 to rent. NO proms, NO parties, NO events, No Pets unless host is informed. No smoking allowed inside the house. No open fires, fireworks or lanterns in the sky. No excessive noise past 11 pm. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Dogs under 40 lbs are allowed. There will be a $12 ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings Only if approved by the Owner ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Outside only ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 13 Note from host: Only if approved by the Owner This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b56876x ## About the area Located in Nags Head, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Nags Head Golf Links and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Traveling with kids? Consider Full Throttle Speedway and Destination Fun. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Nags Head travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nags-Head.dx10852) [View more Vacation homes in Nags Head](https://www.expedia.ca/Nags-Head-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10852-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.94107%2C-75.61560&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5_YSCXbuyhpX-L8NKhuDuyexIkU=) Nags Head, NC ### What's nearby - ![beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10852/7ee0b186-0b5e-45cd-840b-c4ff2fc55f86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170826/fc289858-942b-4bb9-9118-13db62f0feb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nags Head Golf Links 2 min drive \- 1.7 km - ![Jockey's Ridge State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066271/3c9ff156-db72-4588-adea-6fab0f7e9371.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jockey's Ridge State Park 2 min drive \- 2.3 km - Outer Banks Hospital 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Outer Banks Mall 4 min walk \- 0.4 km ### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) 15 min drive ### Restaurants - Blue Moon Beach Grill 20 min walk - KFC 5 min drive - Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - Sam & Omie's 5 min drive - Grits Grill 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade? ### Is Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade? ### What time is check-out at Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade? ### Where is Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanside, Beach, Hot Tub, Arcade, Views, Deck Fully Loaded, Arcade Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 112 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trupna P. Nov 5, 2025 #### Great location, excellent and clean house I will be going there again soon Great location, excellent and clean house. I will be going there again soon ##### Trupna P. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay P. Oct 15, 2025 #### Great location. Plenty of room and lots of things to keep the kids entertained. Great location. Plenty of room and lots of things to keep the kids entertained. Everything needed for our stay. ##### Jay P. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle L. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Incredible location and all around house that exceeded expectations. ##### Kyle L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very attentive host, great location, very clean, especially great kitchen accessories. House had everything we needed for a great time. ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Conrad Y. Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house. Great location. Very close to the beach and lots to do - surfing, golf, lounging on the beach and great food nearby. Thoroughly recommend it. ##### Conrad Y. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel H. Mar 7, 2025 #### We loved our stay. Great location!! We loved our stay. Great location!! ##### Rachel H. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanner D. Sep 17, 2025 #### The house was very nice and extremely clean, has a lot of extra amenities! Very short walk to the beach! House was very nice and extremely clean! Home has a lot of extra amenities that made the stay even more enjoyable. Very short walk to the beach and Jose was very nice and accommodating! ##### Tanner D. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine C. Oct 29, 2025 #### Lovely place. Clean, fresh, tons of windows and light. So very well equipped. Hosts were extremely friendly and responsive. Very professional. Kitchen is well kitted out! Highly recommend! The place was lovely. Clean, fresh, tons of windows and light. So very well equipped. The hosts were extremely friendly and responsive. Very professional. The kitchen is so well kitted out. We highly, highly recommend and thank Jennifer & Jose for a wonderful stay! ##### Catherine C. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim J. May 6, 2025 #### We had a wonderful stay! Plenty of room for everyone! Easy access to the beach Our group had a wonderful time during our stay. Plenty of room for everyone and easy access to the beach and local activities. There is a public beach access with parking lot right across the street, which makes it nice to load/unload for families with kids. ##### Kim J. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison R. Feb 11, 2025 #### Had a great time, hot tub and bath tubs! Quick walk to the beach. Perfect for families! We had a great time! My boys loved the hot tub and all the large bathtubs. Quick walk to the beach and perfect for families! ##### Allison R. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property and location! This home is just as advertised and the owners thought of every detail! This is the best VRBO rental we have ever stayed in! Communication with the owner is exceptional and the location is perfect between the north and south parts of the Can't wait to come back! ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia P. Apr 30, 2025 #### Terrific location. Clean, and large house! We really enjoyed our stay. Terrific location. House is large, very clean, the kitchen had everything you could think of. Outdoor shower and beach chairs were a nice amenity. Very good communication with our hosts. ##### Lydia P. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chyanne G. Nov 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Stay!!! The house was wonderful, it was a perfect stay! Decorated to the fullest, and a short walk away from the beach. ##### Chyanne G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy S. Nov 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Overall impression was great! The location was perfect, off the main highway but, close enough that you could walk to shops and restaurants. Beach location and access was great! I appreciate the fact the toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo and conditioner, were available! Coffee and creamer along with teas made it easy! You had what you needed to make your stay simple with a true vacay feel! Only gripe was being watched on outside cameras, although I understand the need for protecting your investment it felt like you were being watched every time you entered or exited the home. Overall the host was great at communicating and sent numerous notifications of reminders for trash, cleaning and timing! Kept us on our toes with everything! ##### Mandy S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori O. Mar 25, 2025 #### Awesome place! Hosts communicated well, perfect house! Easy walk to the beach! Awesome place to stay right by the beach! Jennifer and Jose communicated with us throughout our booking process and answered all our questions. The house was perfect for two families and our toddlers loved all the toys provided. Easy walk to the beach. ##### Lori O. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie L. May 27, 2025 #### Lovely last-minute Memorial Day Weekend, communicative hosts, wonderful stay! We had a lovely stay for a last-minute Memorial Day weekend at the OBX in this rental. The hosts were communicative, helpful, friendly and provided so many nice extra touches for their guests. The home was wonderfully decorated, steps from the pool and the beach, and had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. Would recommend staying at this rental to anyone looking for a lovely home with ample indoor and outdoor space that is close to so many of the OBX's best restaurants and activities! ##### Stephanie L. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick M. Apr 28, 2024 #### Wonderful people and place to stay in the OBX! We had a great trip to the OBX! Wonderful people and place to stay. Thanks again! ##### Rick M. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon T. Apr 29, 2025 #### Home is perfect! Fantastic location, and close to the beach This home really was perfect for us. The location was fantastic. Close to the beach, just a short walk out the front door, and centrally located to everything we needed or wanted to do. We had never been to OBX before, there are so many homes close together and yet we felt separated at the Whale Cottage providing the peace and privacy we wanted. We would stay here again and would definitely recommend this home to others. ##### Shannon T. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen K. Mar 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach House We enjoyed staying at this home. It had everything we needed and was quite close to the beach. We stayed too early in the season for the pool but the hot tub was great. There are plenty of space, beds and everything was new and comfortable. There was coffee and tea available with creamer pods and such. We definitely recommend this property. ##### Stephen K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shanah S. Jun 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The whale cottage The whale cottage was beautiful. It was very family friendly, it had games, books, bikes and lots of beach gear. The location was great and easily accessible to the beach. ##### Shanah S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin M. Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Outerbanks Home Our family had an amazing time! The house provides everything that we could have needed. The hosts are very attentive and provide a lot of information about the area. The house was spotless and just steps from the beach. We enjoyed the hot tub, the porch swing and all of the decks. We’d come back again in a heart beat. ##### Erin M. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane B. Oct 18, 2023 #### Prime Location and Spacious Comfort! Great location. Great hosts! . Plenty of room to accommodate everyone! Definitely recommend. ##### Shane B. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. Nov 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property! This home was everything described and more. Everything you could possibly need was there, the host was incredibly friendly and very communicative, and the location was amazing! We had an awesome time here and would definitely stay again! ##### Amanda S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris P. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay and perfect location We had a fantastic trip, with the only downside being too short. Next time we’ll plan to stay longer. Communication was A+, location was perfect, and the common area pool was perfect for the days you want a quick dip without heading to the beach. Highly recommend and we’ll be back! ##### Chris P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bradley B. Aug 13, 2024 #### Property within a community that has access to Pool and a close walk to a beautiful Beach! The place was perfect for me and a group of friends. The close walk to the beach was great. The shared community pool was never too crowded either. I'll be looking to comeback next year. ##### Bradley B. ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Comfort Inn Shelby](https://www.expedia.ca/Shelby-Hotels-Comfort-Inn.h10378.Hotel-Information) > - [Oceanfront Margaritaville Cabana - perfect for 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hatteras-Hotels-Oceanfront-Margaritaville-Cabana-Perfect-For-2.h31187420.Hotel-Information) > - [COUNTRY HAVEN OPEN FOR BUSINESS ,MT VIEWS,10MIN AVL,3/2,FP ,WIFI, FIREPIT ](https://www.expedia.ca/Asheville-Hotels-Peaceful-Haven.h27199013.Hotel-Information) > - [The Charleston Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hendersonville-Hotels-The-Charleston-Inn.h1709925.Hotel-Information) > - [Crab Shack - Ocracoke Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocracoke-Hotels-Crab-Shack-Ocracoke-Island.h70002481.Hotel-Information) > - [Hunter House Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Reidsville-Hotels-Hunter-House-Bed-And-Breakfast.h16104080.Hotel-Information) > - [Sonesta Select Hotels Statesville](https://www.expedia.ca/Hickory-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Statesville.h28056.Hotel-Information) > - [Newly renovated and only a 6 minute walk from Downtown Hendersonville](https://www.expedia.ca/Hendersonville-Hotels-Newly-Renovated-And-Only-A-6-Minute-Walk-From-Downtown-Hendersonville.h92182295.Hotel-Information) > - [Comfort Inn Conover-Hickory](https://www.expedia.ca/Hickory-Hotels-Hickory-Inn.h41878.Hotel-Information) > - [Magnolia Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Clayton-Hotels-Magnolia-Inn.h113960725.Hotel-Information) > - [NOLA House | Pet-Friendly Home Near Asheville with Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Swannanoa-Hotels-NOLA-House-A-Peaceful-Wooded-Sanctuary.h88477655.Hotel-Information) > - [Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Carrboro-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Chapel-HillCarrboro.h6135804.Hotel-Information) > - [Dreamy 3-BR Gem on 48 Acres w/ Mountain Views, Fire Pit Nights & Many Amenities!](https://www.expedia.ca/Mills-River-Hotels-Dreamy-3-BR-Gem-On-48-Acres-W-Mountain-Views.h78729062.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stella Experience on Lake Toxaway!!](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Toxaway-Hotels-The-Stella-Experience-On-Lake-Toxaway.h68780031.Hotel-Information) > - [The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! 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