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Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier

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Hattie Creef
Rear
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier

Named for owners Great Grandfather's boat" Hattie Creef" that brought Orville and Wilber Wright to Kitty Hawk for America's First Flight.
The Cottage is a three story, three bedroom cottage steps from the beach and the Avalon Pier. Plenty of decks to watch the sunrise and the sunset. A quick walk to Awful Authors Restaurant and Seafood Bar.
1. Towels and linens provided.
2. Two queen bedrooms and 1 bunk room (2 Twins).
3. Outside shower.
4. Garage with front and back overhead door - excellent for entertaining.
5. Keurig coffee maker - need K cups

Property manager

Henry Huddleston
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be accompanied by parent or family member
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No third party reservations. Reservation must be made by primary traveler with verified POC info.
No climbing on roof or hanging from balconies. Practice safe activity.
Do not park in front yard (septic field). Driveway accommodates 4 vehicles typically.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this cottage is near the beach. Avalon Fishing Pier and Paradise Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Outer Banks Mall and Scarborough Lane Shoppes. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Children at Play Museum are also worth visiting.
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Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destination Fun - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Black Pelican Seafood Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the Avalon Beach and Pier located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Glazin' Go-Nuts and Outer Banks Beaches. Avalon Fishing Pier and Hemingway Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Wonderful!

The Hattie Creef house was perfect for our vacation. The set up worked great for our family, there was plenty of space for us to be together and be apart! Very well stocked with paper goods, soaps, towels, etc... The location was exactly where we wanted to be. Beach, fishing pier, restaurants and bars all within walking distance. We wish we could have stayed longer! :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arielle B.

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

Fun!

We had a great stay! 3 minute walk to beach and Awful Arthur’s. Plenty of towels/sheets/pillows. Perfect house for a family. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre B.

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

Great stay!

The house was great and communication was terrific. The house was clean and very well stocked with necessary items for the beach and cooking. Location was perfect. We enjoyed going to Awful Arthur’s and the walk to the beach was nice and short. Overall, I highly recommend this home to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

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

Great house, a lot of room. Enjoyed sitting area in garage.

Property was very well maintained and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan C.

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

Amazing stay in OBX

This was our second year in OBX, and first time renting this house. The pictures do not do justice! It was the perfect house for our family vacation. Plenty of space for the four of us, and plenty of family time spaces as well. You can’t find a bad view from any of the many decks. The short walk to the beach and Avalon pier was a huge plus, and made for a great time. We highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a great stay in OBX.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettina M.

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

Encore Visit Just As Nice

This was our second visit in as many years; we returned because we had such a great experience the summer of 2023. The property is in good location to the beach and area quiet as beach neighborhoods go. The property is beautiful and well stocked. Owner is super responsive and keeps you updated on rental regularly. We really enjoyed the outdoor grill and cornhole boards which made for a great family time. There are stores close by for any needs, Target within walking distance. The only drawback to consider is the number of stairs in the home should anyone have difficulty managing stairs. We had a fabulous time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Loved this house!

Our family loved this house! It was clean, had plenty of space for everyone, the host was very helpful, and it was in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Beautiful Home!

Hattie Creef is a beautifully decorated beach house. Check in was smooth and the house was immaculate. Beach is a short walk down the street and the Avalon pier is right there as well. Henry is wonderful and communicates well with regards to the house and your stay. Will definitely consider going back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

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

Happiness

Hattie Creef is what vacation should be. A place to relax, forget about real life, and just enjoy time with family. Henry is attentive, responsive, and keeps the house in immaculate condition allowing for a stress free stay. We’ve been coming here for 3 years and never had an issue. Life is good when you stay at Hattie and you’ll be sad the day you have to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake S.

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

Great house

House was amazing. Had a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Beautiful house and great location

Perfect house for our family of 4 with plenty of space and great decks to enjoy relaxing on when not at the beach or exploring the area. Super clean, great views of the ocean, and a very short convenient walk to the beach. House is also close to pretty much anything you could need or want to do in the area. Henry was excellent with communication. Checkin and checkout were a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

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

relaxing vaca

I am. a vacation rental snob and I gave this place 5 stars. The house was clean, updated, beautifully decorated, beds were comfortable, plenty of linens and well stocked kitchen. It was a very short walk to the beach and close to a pier with live music several nights a week .Excellent restaurants nearby. Overall a great place to stay. We had a great time. Love the decks for drinking our coffee in the mornings. The garage room was a perfect hangout for our 2 teenagers. Only improvements for us would have been twin beds instead of bunks for 6 ft .boys.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misa S.

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

Relaxing Family Trip

You know it was a wonderful vacation when the kids get home and say they miss the vacation home. The house was in pristine condition and very comfortable. It was easy access to the beach and the parking pass was helpful when we didn’t want to walk. Great communication with the owner. We all had an enjoyable time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettina M., Culpeper, Virginia USA

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

Wonderful Family Getaway

We brought our daughter,son-in-law, and 2 grandchildren under age 2 for a family vacation and had a marvelous time. The weather was perfect and the home was spacious, clean, and well stocked with pretty much anything needed. I would highly recommend this home and was pleased with the quick responsiveness in all of my email and text correspondences. My only recommendation would be for families bringing toddlers that a gate may be helpful in keeping the little ones in the family area and not trying to go down the steps...overall though the we were very comfortable and that was a minor detail. A+ week at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

See the ocean and walk to the beach!

Our family of 4 had an excellent stay at Hattie Creef! The rental worked perfectly for us. Places to hang on every level with options if rain or shine. Nice view of the ocean from the widows peak. Fully stocked with amenities. Very clean! Perfectly decorated. Easy walk to the beach, which was never crowded. Avalon Pier at the end of the road for fishing, entertainment, food or drinks. Great restaurant (Awful Arthur’s) for eat in or take out near by, too. Great location for day trips in either direction. Owners were very responsive and easy to communicate with. We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalina O.

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

A Lovely Home Away From Home

The house was nicely renovated, bright and in a good location. I'd recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Fantastic vacation

We had a wonderful stay on our first trip to the area. The house was immaculate and well stocked, and in a wonderful location to walk to the beach and Avalon Pier. Henry was fantastic and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Fabulous home

This was the cleanest place I have ever stayed. The layout of the house was great I loved the kitchen and living on the top floor. The views were amazing. The location was perfect. Henry was very responsive and so accommodating. Would highly recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

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

May 2023

10/10, very clean and spacious. The weather was pretty unlucky when we stayed there, however, the property was very nice making being stuck inside most of the time quite pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

The place was great. Everything was nice and great location.

Everything was top notch . The location was also great for us. The property manager was very helpful and great to talk to and deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Excellent property!!!

We spent a week here and the place was amazing! Very clean and had everything you would need to feel at home for a week at the beach. Check-in process was very easy and Henry was incredibly helpful with everything. He had fantastic suggestions! Overall very pleased and would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

OBX Perfection

First time to OBX and this house made me and my family already discuss a return trip ..... easy walk to beach, beautiful house full of cool plants and light up palm trees --- the roof deck was peaceful and serene for sunrise and sunset, and the outdoor shower was a nice touch ..... wouldn't change a thing. Book with confidence and enjoy your stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gualberto D.

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

Nice and comfortable.

We enjoy how quiet and close to the beach this place is, just a short walk even for a 3 year old. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Y.

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

Exactly what we were hoping for as advertised!!

This house is a great place to stay and is located perfectly for easy access to the beach, stores, restaurants and activities. The house was clean and loaded with just about everything you need for a fun week ahead. I recommend this house totally and would go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T.

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

This house is the chill spot!

We loved staying here! It was very easy for us to hang out outside the whole week because of the “outdoor living room”. The house itself was immaculate and the living room/kitchen was open and bright. Several decks to choose from with incredible views and the location was perfect. Loved being able to walk to Avalon pier. One of our favorite stays in the OBX!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Henry Huddleston

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Live in Currituck about 30 miles north. Family has museum in Manteo depicting boatbuilding. George Washington Creef Museum and Park

Why they chose this property

Cant beat Avalon Beach - the People, the Pier, the Restaurants.

What makes this property unique

The Sunrises on the Beach, and the Sunsets on the Sound (a little longer walk)

Languages:

English

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