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Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!

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A beachfront building with a wooden deck, stairs, and a sign.
A beachfront property with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the ocean.
A cozy cabin interior with a brick fireplace, wooden beams, wicker furniture, and framed pictures on the walls.
A wooden beach entrance with a view of the beach and ocean.
A wooden deck with a hammock and a wooden railing overlooking a beach.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Jockey's Ridge State Park

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Outer Banks Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 2

Toilet

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Half Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is on the beach. Nags Head Golf Links and OBX Laser Tag are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outer Banks Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Miller's Waterfront Restaurant and Tale of the Whale. Scuba diving, snorkelling and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Map
Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nags Head Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Outer Banks Mall - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tracks in the Sand - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?

As of 9 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$2,330, 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 Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nags Head holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Hospital and Tracks in the Sand. Nags Head Beach and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great beach access.

Good for a short beach stay. Could use alittle more cleaning and some updates.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want white walls and luxury vinyl floors go somewhere else. If you want a rare chance to stay in a historic 1930 beach house, this is your chance. You will find an authentic wood interior ,original art work and the feeling of generational family memories in this home. The panoramic view from the porch is remarkable. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful old school home as it should be. Comfortable, great decking, wonderful oceanfront view, and lots of character. We will be back for sure. Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Porches & Historic Home

I really liked this quirky old house. The porches and location cannot be beat. Excellent communication and service from Costal Carolina Vacations. I would definitely rent Fred Wood Cottage again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
Thank you for your positive review, Laura! We are excited to hear that you enjoyed the quirky charm of Fred Wood Cottage, you can't beat those beach views off the east porch! We appreciate your kind words about our communication service. We look forward to hosting you again at Fred Wood Cottage in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice with the exception of the nails and screws all over the place from the new deck that was put on. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic, charming and perfect.

This rustic gem was perfect for our stay at the beach. It could use some improvements but is still perfect for the beach. It had everything we needed and is just a few steps off the back porch to the ocean. I laid in my bed upstairs and watched the waves crash. We hope to come back to this same house again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2023
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, thank you for sharing your recent experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic home with old charm of a beach cottage

Beautiful location. House is historic but needs some minor upgrades (door knobs). Very charming. Rental agency very accommodating with regard to broken pipe during Christmas freeze before we arrived. All compromised and it worked out well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Service!

We loved the beach house. It was quaint, and had a great location. We had issues with the power on day 5. The Coastal Carolina staff was very accommodating and arranged for us to move into another nearby property. The transition was seamless, and the service team did a great job of communicating with us. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2023
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we addressed the power issue; this has been fixed. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay & we hope to welcome you & your family back to the OBX again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage History

It was wonderful to imagine what life at the cottage was like in 1930's Nags Head, without AC. No matter. The ocean breeze and magnificent wrap around porches, keep it cool. What a treasure. It was a real treat to enjoy time in a cottage from a day gone by..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you and your family again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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