[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head! Beachfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103680000/103671300/103671233/5e308fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103680000/103671300/103671233/f3de3e1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103680000/103671300/103671233/31709d21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103680000/103671300/103671233/5dde9731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103680000/103671300/103671233/w1188h800x12y0-022be2d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Purple Whale, a charming semi-oceanfront retreat near the beach and Nags Head’s best dining, invites you to unwind in its inviting living area or on the sun deck. Enjoy natural light in the separate dining area and comfortable seating throughout. Splash around in the above-ground pool or play cornhole in the backyard. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head! The Purple Whale is a semi-oceanfront coastal retreat offering a charming interior, inviting outdoor deck space, and a prime location near the beach, shopping, and some of the best dining Nags Head has to offer! Don't forget to bring along your furry family member, because The Purple Whale is now dog-friendly! Step inside The Purple Whale to the inviting living area with comfortable seating. The well-equipped open kitchen offers an island, providing extra counter space and an additional seating area for 2. Enjoy plenty of natural light from the wall of windows in the separate dining area. Three comfortable, tastefully decorated bedrooms await your arrival, including a king en suite with a private bath, a queen bedroom, and a pyramid bunk bedroom that's perfect for the little ones. A queen-sized pull out couch in the living area offers an additional sleeping option. Outside on the sun deck, embrace the warm ocean breezes with a cup of coffee amidst the warmth of an Outer Banks sunrise, or unwind on the back deck with a glass of wine and enjoy the amazing sunset over the sound after a fun-filled day at the beach, located just across the street! When not spending time relaxing on the beach, splash around in the above-ground pool, play a game of cornhole in the back yard, or kick back with a good book in the inviting covered area. Before heading upstairs, refresh yourself in the outdoor shower. The beautiful beaches of Nags Head can be conveniently accessed via a crosswalk at the Gull Street public beach access, only approximately 200 feet away from The Purple Whale. The Purple Whale is also located just a short walk (less than half a mile) from many restaurants and family-friendly activities! The whole family will love Jennette’s Pier, offering public beach access with a bath house, an aquarium, and of course, world-class fishing. The newly-updated Whalebone Park Playground can also be found nearby. Nearby dining options include a few of Nags Head’s most beloved eateries, including The Dunes, Sam and Omie’s, Fatboyz Ice Cream, Dune Burger, and more. Whether you seek a cherished home away from home for your annual Outer Banks vacations or the perfect haven for reconnecting with loved ones amidst the beach's natural beauty, The Purple Whale is the home for you! The private pool is open from May 3rd - October 11th, 2025. This property is pet-friendly. There is an additional charge for guests bringing pets, which will be added and collected after booking. Pet fees range from $161-231 depending on the property, and will be assessed state and local taxes. Sheets and towels are not provided but can be added to any reservation for a nominal fee. Layout: Living area with a queen pullout couch, dining area, kitchen, king en suite with deck access, queen bedroom, twin/queen pyramid bunk bedroom, full hall bath, washer and dryer. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100289100/100289086/e3f4d81d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Views, Direct Beach Access, Hot Tub, Bring Fido South Nags Head - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=100289086&PinnedHotelID=100289086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23620000/23611800/23611752/c686f918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Side/Crow's Nest Views/Fenced pet yard/xbox one S/pet friendly South Nags Head - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=23611752&PinnedHotelID=23611752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405200/110405114/b571154d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Dune 4: Pet-Friendly, Cottage on the Beach in Nags Head Nags Head - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=110405114&PinnedHotelID=110405114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22870000/22868900/22868885/e28db7c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Last minute special/Ocean Front/ Pool, Pool Table/pet friendly South Nags Head - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 83 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=22868885&PinnedHotelID=22868885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23031400/23031343/ac908c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LastMinuteSpecial/OceanFront/Pool/HotTub/XBOXoneS/ping pong table/newlyremodeled South Nags Head - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 102 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=23031343&PinnedHotelID=23031343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91285800/91285726/f2f8003b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Professionally Designed Oasis, Budget & Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools! 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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 11913 ## About the area Located in Nags Head, this vacation home is on the beach. Seaside Art Gallery and Dare County Arts Council are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. [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%7C35.91336%2C-75.59998&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Gp1b3-6ae4Z3u35C6vE5RyHybFE=) Nags Head, NC ### What's nearby - Outlets Nags Head - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Jennette's Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 3.4 km - Jockey's Ridge State Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km - Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 8.9 km ### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk - ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head! located? > Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Outlets Nags Head, Whalebone Junction, and Whalebone Junction Information Center. Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Jennette's Pier from 493 The Purple Whale, Semi-Oceanfront in Nags Head! 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