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Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach!

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Exterior
Enjoy the ocean view and watch the waves from the two level decks.
Interior
New property for us this year. Amazing views, updated furnishings.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach!

Amazing Ocean Views - Beautiful updated top to bottom ocean side cottage. One minute walk to the beach ! You wont be disappointed! Ocean views from every window. It's truly a WAVE WATCHER! We have been hosting guest on the Outer Banks for over 12 years. We know how to treat our guests and what they are looking for in a vacation rental.

Wave Watcher has been updated from top to to bottom with all new flooring, new beds, linens, dishes, deck furniture and furnishings as well as fresh paint inside and out. One minute walk to the beach down a paved path. We are seasoned experienced owners who provide exceptional vacation experiences and hospitality for our guests Check out all of our FIVE STAR RATINGS here at our sister cottages VRBO 3904328 and VRBO 2258189.

Direct beach access right outside the back yard. One minute walk to the ocean. Amazing Views of ocean and sound from every window. Enjoy the quiet uncrowded beaches of South Nags Head. Close to favorite restaurants and shopping as well as Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. We are a short distance from the famous Fish Heads Pier and Restaurant. Major updates includes all new kitchen, new beds, painting inside and out, furnishings and decor. Fully stocked chef's kitchen with everything you need to prepare family meals located on quiet dead end cu-de-sac with direct beach access is the perfect play spot after a day at the each. Basketball goal in the driveway is a bonus for all the kids. All new bedding, pillows, comfy mattresses, and so much more!!!

Visit our Sister Cottages at VRBO#3904328 or VRBO#2258189 for additional vacation options.

We are seasoned owners who provide exceptional vacation experiences for our guests Check out all of our FIVE STAR RATINGS at VRBO 3904328.

Property manager

John & Nelene Gibbs
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please refer to rental agreement accepted at booking. No large groups/parties college groups. Those Will result in immediate eviction.
We expect tenants to maintain and leave the property in the same condition it was at check in.
No pets allowed without owner approval. Undisclosed Pets identified on the property will result in immediate eviction. pet fee required

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Nags Head

Located in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 11 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wave Watcher - Amazing Ocean and Sound Views - One minute walk to the beach! located?

This South Nags Head cottage is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Outer Banks Beaches, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Jennette's Pier. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Pamlico Sound are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home , witn deck and view

The home was as advertised. Found it odd that the guests had to make the beds when we arrived and strip the beds before we left in a rental for over $200 per night.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at the Wave Watcher

This house was amazing. We could see and hear the ocean everyday from our deck. The beach was a very short walk from the house. It is in a quiet neighbor as well. We enjoyed our trip and would go back in the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bday wked

It was a wonderful location and beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

The property was just as advertised. It was extremely well stocked with supplies for the beach and for cooking! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We loved that you could see the ocean from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This was the best location ever. The house had all we needed to include linens, towels, kitchen items. We loved being able to walk to the beach and back to the house with our 8 month old. The outdoor shower was amazing and so useful. We had our dog as well but we had to be careful with the wild cactus on the property. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Well kept home and a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Family Beach Vacation!

The Wave Watcher house was clean, comfortable, and met all of my family's needs. My wife and I stayed with our two kids for a week. All communication from the check-in to check-out directions with the owner was clear and very fast. The house fit my family very well. All amenities were described accurately and we loved our stay. The beach access is very close and we could see the ocean from the back deck. Our kids loved using the outdoor shower and the beach wagon was extremely handy. There are beach toys available, although we brought our own boogie boards. We were able to cook in the house easily but also drive just 10 minutes into Nags Head for tons of restaurants. It was nice to do a mix of cooking and eating out. The neighborhood was very quiet and family friendly. We would stay at Wave Watcher again and would highly recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home

The house was beautiful and spotless and was supplied with everything we needed while away from home. The layout was perfect for us and our three children. The little touches of board games, beach toys, and other beach gear was super helpful. The walk to the beach was convenient and made beach days easy. We loved our stay here and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy home; quiet neighborhood; close to the beach

This home was absolutely fine. Clean, located in a quiet neighborhood, and close to the beach. The check in/out process was simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our stay!

This house was beautiful and VERY clean. It was a short walk across the street to the beach and 10 minute drive to plenty of great restaurants and bars. You can feel the breeze from the ocean and watch the waves. We were staying with our 15 month old and the owners took the time to baby proof! We really appreciated that and he had a great time while we didn’t have to worry. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We absolutely loved our stay! The home is so clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen has everything you need- especially Tupperware! The outdoor shower is nicer than most indoor showers. The walk to the beach is so easy and short. We absolutely loved our stay and hope to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Didn't want to leave!

This house is wonderful! The short walk to the beach and the quiet neighborhood make it a perfect location. The house itself is immaculate and cozy. All instructions are perfectly clear and communication is flawless. I really can't think of anything to improve here. If we visit the Outer Banks in the future, this will be the first place we look!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean home

This was probably one of the cleanest homes I’ve ever stayed at! The location was perfect for us and it was nice to be a short walk away from the beach. Nelene was great and was quick to respond. We would love to stay at this home again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Great property in a perfect location! House was super cute, clean and cozy. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This house is perfect.

The house is perfect! It’s cozy and has all the qualities you would want in a home away from Home. Steps to the beach. Minutes to amazing food. The house is located in the most peaceful neighborhood. We look forward to staying here next year. Incredible!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for Quiet Stay

We had a wonderful time at the Wave Watcher. It is as easy walk to the beach and the second story decks made a great place to read. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The owners were very attentive. They responded right away. At one point (through no fault of them) the batteries in the lock started running out. He came out within hours to change the batteries for us. The one thing I would note is that this isn't a location that you will be walking to dinner or shopping. However, that isn't something that we were looking for in a rental so it didn't matter to us. Honestly, the peace of quiet of the location made the short distance well worth it.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL Sunrises and Sunsets!

Stayed a week here at the Wave Watcher with my dad, boyfriend and 4 kids. The name suits itself as you can see the water from the back deck. They have beach chairs, boogie boards for the kids and sand toys. The outdoor shower was an added bonus; which we used every time we went to the beach. The beach was a short walk out the back and across the street. The street was not a busy street for anyone with families. The house was clean and had everything we needed to cook our meals inside. Nelene provided enough towels, wash clothes and linens which were all in sanitized bags upon our arrival. She kept the communication open which is always a plus!! She let us know that the AC was broke prior to our arrival and we had portable units in each bedroom. The next day the AC guy was there to fix the AC just like she said. I am truly grateful to have stayed here and defiantly look forward to another stay! Thank you for this wonderful beach getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect OBX vacation

This was our first trip to the Outer Banks and this property did not disappoint. The location was excellent. The beach is just a short walk across the street and the house came equipped with beach chairs and boogie boards. Resturants, supermarkets and local attractions wete all just a short drive away. The house was really clean and up to date. The kitchen had all the utensils and pots and pans you would need. I give this house an A + and we would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME TIME WITH FAMILY!!

We had a wonderful time at Wave Watcher. The home was perfect for our family of six and Nelene could not have been more helpful and responsive while we were there. It was a very short walk to the ocean and the views from the porch were gorgeous! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The property was great for our family vacation. Liked the location and the host was very quick to respond to any questions we had before and during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Home was just as described in listing, and met our needs well for our trip. It is a very easy walk to the beach. We found the on site beach equipment very handy as we didn't have to pack beach chairs, boogie boards or toys for the kids. Communication with the owner was always prompt, helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessicah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vaca

Amazing property! Clean, accommodating, and just seconds from the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location

This house was perfect for our family of 4. The location on a quiet street in Nags Head was wonderful. The beach was a quick walk away right out the back yard. It was an easy drive to sailing and horse back riding on Cape Hatteras. Multiple lighthouses were just minutes away. There were also a lot of restaurants just minutes away. The home was spotless and had everything we needed to cook meals. The multiple decks and patio area were used everyday. There were plenty of beach chairs and boogie boards for everyone. The owners were very kind and answered any questions quickly. I would definitely stay here again and recommend this rental to anyone going to the Outer Banks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First OBX family vacation

Despite the weather, we enjoyed our stay. The house was nicely decorated and had plenty of space for our family with young adults. The bedrooms were a little tight, but beds were comfortable and had dressers and plenty of shelves for your stuff. It was clean except for a few details in the kitchen. There were so many nice sand toys and boards, and when we came back from the beach, it was great to have the outside shower and separate faucets to rinse off. We enjoyed the balconies on both sides-sunrise on one side, sunset on the other. The communications with the owner were great! We even tried out a pizza restaurant "suggestion" from a magnet on the fridge and it was yummy! The close proximity to all of the sites (Jockey's Ridge sand dunes, Bodie Lighthouse, Rodanthe, Alligator River refuge, Manteo, Mutiny Bay mini golf) was very nice and we took advantage of as many as possible as the beach wasn't an option on half the trip. And we were close enough to the beach that you could hear the waves!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by John & Nelene Gibbs

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We have been vacationing on the Outer Banks since we were teenagers. Lifelong residents of Virginia Beach, VA, It has always been our lifelong dream to own our own home on the Outer Banks. That dream became a reality in December of 2014. We decided to share our home with our guests for a few weeks during the summer. Since that time, we have added two additional vacation homes to our rental properties and this great property has been lovingly updated from inside out. All of our home has been updated, renovated, and cleaned to have it pristine and sparkling and ready for our guests. Our guests enjoy our home as much as we do as you can see from our reviews from previous vacationers.
*Owners wife is Licensed Real Estate Broker in Virginia and North Carolina.

Why they chose this property

With its amazing views and location close to the beach, we were thrilled to find this great cottage for sale this fall. We have lovingly updated every aspect of this home to provide an exceptional vacation rental home for our guests.

What makes this property unique

Amazing views from front and back decks. 1 minute walk to the beach in a quiet, established neighborhood with a mix of permanent homes and cottage rentals. Located close to restaurants, shopping and the Bodie Island Lighthouse, you will love all that our home in South Nags Head has to offer. Enjoy the multi use bath along the oceanside to walk and ride bikes. We have an open floor plan which is perfect for everyone to enjoy family time during your Outer Banks vacation. We updated our kitchen with everything you need to prepare family meals. Direct ocean views from every window in the house!
Uncrowded wide open beaches are the best kept secrete on the Outer Banks!

Languages:

English

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