[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8 Oceanfront with water park, near Jennette's Pier ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71450000/71446700/71446683/f5a94111.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71450000/71446700/71446683/5a46fa2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71450000/71446700/71446683/3e8796d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71450000/71446700/71446683/92439ecc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71450000/71446700/71446683/60472772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in South Nags Head, Tambor by the Sea is a charming 4-bedroom oceanfront home that offers a warm welcome with its contemporary design and cozy living areas. Take advantage of wonderful outdoor spaces to soak up the sun or unwind in the hot tub, and enjoy cool breezes from the sun decks. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81530 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8 Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!NEW SUNDAY CHECK-IN FOR 2026! NEW FOR 2025: New couches. Picturesque ocean sights and comfortable seaside living are up ahead at Tambor by the Sea. This charming 4 bedroom home is located on the dreamy oceanfront in South Nags Head and offers a welcoming getaway for you and your closest family and friends. Take a stroll down the private boardwalk and have your toes in the rising tide in no time. Tambor by the Sea enhances your oceanfront vacation experience with wonderful outdoor living spaces for enjoying the views and a comfortable interior that will make you feel right at home. The interior is updated with contemporary design that automatically makes your feel comfortable and at ease. The open great room features a cozy living area facing the ocean, a large dining area for up to 10 guests, and a beautifully updated kitchen. Down the hall is a King, Queen, and 2 bedrooms with 2 Twins in each. Catch some Z's in anyone of these tastefully decorated spaces. Outside, enjoy cool breezes and shade in the sun room or watch the dolphins play from the sun decks.Soak your cares away in the soothing hot tub. The location is just right with the beach always just steps away and lighthouses, parks, shopping, and popular restaurants just minutes away. Laid-back living and unbeatable views are in the daily forecast at Tambor by the Sea. Consider this charming cottage for your next Outer Banks getaway. BEDDING: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, and 2 Pyramid Bunks, Sleeper Sofas LEVEL 1: Parking and Laundry Room. LEVEL 2: Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, King MBR with TV, Queen Bedroom with TV, Bedroom with 1 Twin and 1 Pyramid Bunk, TV, and DVD Player. Bedroom with 1 Twin and 1 Pyramid Bunk. Full Hall Bath. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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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 5799 Tambor By The Sea 343944 5799 - Tambor by the Sea Nags Head 5799 - Tambor by the Sea Private vacation home 5799 - Tambor by the Sea Private vacation home Nags Head ## 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%7C35.88866%2C-75.58482&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ERD4lWZhAHGN_9vggd1HEAA5ipo=) Nags Head, NC #### What's nearby - Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Jennette's Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Outlets Nags Head - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - Bodie Island Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 11.2 km #### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk - ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8? > Check-in begins at 6:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8 located? > Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Outer Banks Fishing Pier, Jennette's Pier, and Whalebone Junction. Whalebone Junction Information Center and Outlets Nags Head are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tambor by the Sea | Oceanfront | South Nags Head | Sleeps 8 Reviews 9.4 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### frank t. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great oceanfront location Beautiful ocean views with dolphins everyday. The living space was comfortable but the ##### frank t. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah W. Aug 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a wonderful time We will return however will deal directly with the realty company. VRBO adds too much money to the equation. ##### Deborah W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney W. Jun 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home! We recently stayed for 1 week and already trying to book next year for 2 weeks! This home was perfect and absolutely beautiful! We seen the dolphins almost every morning right from the screened in porch. Right on the beach, too! Kitchen had everything you'd need to cook (aside from crockpot, instapot, etc). We can't wait to stay here again! ##### Courtney W. 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