Make Gillespie Cottage the home away from home that your family will want to return to year after year. This classic oceanfront retreat in South Nags Head offers exceptional views and your own private access to the beach. Two levels of east-facing covered decks provide plenty of outdoor space for watching the sunrise and listening to the crashing waves. Inside, kick back and relax in the comfortably furnished great room, where vaulted ceilings and multiple skylights make the space feel bright and airy. The open-concept layout is perfect for spending quality time together, even while preparing meals in the well-equipped kitchen. The primary bedroom and a full bath are also located on the top level, with four additional bedrooms and two more full baths on the mid level. This wonderful home provides comfort, convenience and so much more for your family to enjoy.
Located at milepost 19.5 in South Nags Head, Gillespie Cottage is a mile south of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Fish Head's Bar and Grill, where you can order food and drinks on the oceanfront while listening to live music. Coquina Beach, part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and a favorite local spot for fishing and surfing, is a six-minute drive away. From there, explore Bodie Island Lighthouse or head south for a day trip to Ocracoke.
No pets allowed. No smoking/vaping.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Nags Head
Located in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head, this holiday home is near a water park and by the ocean. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Wright Brothers National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Tale of the Whale. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Jennette's Pier - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
Bodie Island Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In - 9 min drive
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 7 min drive
KFC - 6 min drive
Sam & Omie's - 5 min drive
Fish Heads Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gillespie Cottage: oceanfront views?
As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gillespie Cottage: oceanfront views on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$1,885, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! located?
Located in South Nags Head, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Whalebone Junction. Jennette's Pier and Tale of the Whale are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Wonderful spot for a guys fishing and golfing weekend. Plenty of space to hang out and enjoy the weekend.
Rachel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2025
Thank you for the positive review of our property. We're glad to hear that you and your friends had an enjoyable guys weekend and were able to take advantage of the ample space and amenities. Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope you'll consider visiting us again in the future.
You could see the ocean from the house. Kitchen was well equipped with anything you needed. House had a slight odor but nothing terrible. Air conditioner worked great.
This home is so close to the beach. After climbing the dune, youre rewarded with a very short walk to the beach. We could have brought 4-5 more people with us, plenty of space so the 5 of us never felt ontop of each other.
Great location and beautiful views.House was clean but underneath the house there was trash like a broken lounge chair and a couple more things that were left. Wasn’t a big issue though. House accommodated my family and myself well and had everything we needed. Would stay there again.
Fantastic house, made for a great mother’s day and celebration for my wife’s birthday. The house does need a little tlc and the air conditioning in the upper living area was not working making it a bit warm for sleeping. But otherwise the house was exactly what we were looking for.
The location is excellent and it’s a very short walk to the beach, but unfortunately that’s where the positives ended for us.The house is in need of significant updating and maintenance. The back deck doorknob was broken, the grill was extremely dirty and had to be cleaned before we could use it, and there were numerous spiders and webs around the swing area on the deck.The biggest issue was that we had no internet or television for our entire seven-day stay, despite those being advertised amenities. We reported the problem immediately and fully cooperated with multiple service calls from the internet provider throughout the week. Replacement equipment wasn’t delivered until Saturday evening and was never installed before we checked out, so the issue was never resolved during our stay.We also experienced a significant ant infestation that took over one of the bedrooms, making it unusable for the remainder of our stay. In addition, we found a tick in another bed.Village Realty acknowledged that our stay fell below its standards and offered only a small partial refund, which we did not feel adequately reflected the loss of multiple advertised amenities, the loss of an entire bedroom, the pest issues, and the overall impact these problems had on our vacation.Based on our experience, we would not stay at this property again.