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OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!

Beach holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!

Summary:
Come see why guests keep coming back to OBX Life Vacation Rental Properties!
OBX Life I is a classic, oceanfront Outer Banks cottage with over 100 FIVE-STAR reviews—and counting!

Freshly Painted & Ready for You
Both the interior and exterior have just been painted (updated photos coming soon). This charming beach cottage offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, making it the perfect retreat for families or groups.

Sleeping Arrangements

Upstairs:
• Master bedroom with king bed & private full bathroom
• 2nd bedroom with queen bed
• 3rd bedroom with twin + full bed (shared hall bath)

Downstairs:
• 2nd master bedroom with king bed
• Bunk room with two bunk sets
• Full hall bathroom

Guest Favorite Feature
A high-capacity ice maker to keep your coolers full and your beach drinks icy cold—perfect for long days in the sun!

Unbeatable Views & Relaxation
Enjoy unobstructed sunrises from the rear covered deck with a 6-person hot tub, and relax in the evenings with gorgeous sunsets from the front screened-in porch.

Steps from Outer Banks Pier & Fish Heads Bar
Just 300 feet to the Outer Banks Pier—fish, stroll, or enjoy live music and drinks at Fish Heads Oceanfront Grill, voted Best Beach Bar on the OBX 5 years in a row!

Private Pool & Beach Access
Take advantage of your private pool (open May 15 – Oct 1) and private walkway to the beach for easy sand-and-surf access.

Quiet, Scenic South Nags Head
Located in a peaceful residential area with bike and walking paths, only 3.2 miles to outlet shopping, and 10 minutes to Oregon Inlet Fishing Center—be there by 4:00 PM to watch the charter boats bring in fresh tuna, dolphin, and wahoo.

Perfect for Summer Vacations or Off-Season Getaways!
Whether you're planning a full summer escape or a cozy off-season weekend, OBX Life I is the perfect home base.

Linens Included
All rentals include bed linens and bath towels—just pack your beach gear!

***** This house DOES NOT have a elevator*********

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Nags Head

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. While the natural beauty of Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Jennette's Pier. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head holiday home is just steps away from Outer Banks Beaches and Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Jennette's Pier and Whalebone Junction are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 180 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every room was very clean! We were very pleased with this rental. Location was great! Right next to Fish heads pier! Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I had an awesome time here. The house was clean, spacious, and you can't beat the location. I'd love to come back again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect including the weather!!!!Unbelievable . . .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this classic OBX house. Plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen well stocked. Location was awesome right on the beach and next to the pier. Owner was very responsive and honest. We left some items in the home at checkout and he notified us right away and agreed to mail them to us! Would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

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

Awesome beach location

Our family loved the house- the location on the beach was perfect for the kids, and the adults spend hours on the porch watching the sunrise, dolphins and waves.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

4 out 0f 5 stars

We had a great time. The rental is in a great location and has lots of room. It wasn't as clean as we thought it should be, but we had our own cleaning stuff with, so we cleaned the dirty areas up ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Great Beach House

Great Beach house; easy check in process and perfect location. Owner was easy to reach as needed. We had a wonderful trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

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

Perfect house for large groups!

Great view, great location, amazing deck, we really enjoyed our stay. House is clean, great amenities, we were very happy with our stay and you will be too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Vacation

Fun vacation, great location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Great get away

Had a great time house has a awesome veiw seen plenty of dolphins from the back deck of house and the hot tub was a nice bonus.My only regret was not booking a longer trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Randall B.

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

Quiet and close to beach and pier

this was a nice house. we enjoyed the beach views from the porch and hot tub. walking distance to pier and pier restaurant. beds are really showing their age but we were not picky sleepers. Had to make our own beds but I think we read this in the listing. I would stay here again but would hope the beds are refreshed by then.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Incredible beach house with a wonderful host!

We had a family reunion at the Outer Banks and Mike’s house was perfect to accommodate multiple family with the ages ranging from 1 to 68. We were traveling from California and Mike was always very quick to respond to all the questions we had leading up to the incredible trip. The house was beautiful and the location was amazing. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Perfect Family Vacation House

This house was wonderful for our little family getaway. The location was walking distance to a great bar with food at the pier. Great private access to the beach. Beautiful view of the pier and ocean. The owner was readily available for a few small questions. Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Perfect relaxing location

The location on the beach with the back windows and porch all facing a clear view of the ocean rolling in was just what we were looking for. Being early season, it was nice to be able to enjoy the ocean sitting in the hot tub. The house isn’t luxurious, if that matters to you, but it’s very roomy and open, and has everything we needed. Definitely would go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan C.

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

Nice place close to beach

Dryer damaged some clothes. Lint trap pocket in dryer needs to be removed and cleaned up so that trap can be placed all the way in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite L.

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

Girls Getaway

While the property is dated and a bit worn in some areas, it's clean with comfortable beds and everything you need to relax. The location and view are absolutely amazing and couldn't be more perfect. Walk to the pier for a bite and a beer or listen to a band. Tourist areas are a bit further away so you feel out of the fray and immersed in the vibe of what makes the Outer Banks such a draw for many. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Wonderful location!

The property was as described and communication was excellent. The location could not have been better! Walking to the pier to fish was easy and we could watch the fishermen from the porch. The house fit our needs (7 adults between 60-75). We had room to spread out and common spaces to visit. Was a beautiful view! Jockey's Ridge, a grocery store, and restaurants were close and easy to drive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

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

lousy weather

We were bummed with the weather. We also thought it was weird you didn't supply just a few basics so when you get in late at night you don't have to find a store and buy toliet paper and hand soap. We left some for the next guests. PS We forgot to start the dishwasher. Sorry!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Outstanding

Thank you for a lovely home and stay. We plan to return next year! Everything we needed! Coffee overlooking the ocean on the back deck. Ice machine to keep the daily beverages cold. Grill for cooking out. Hot tub for cooler evening with an ocean view. Nice pool to relax in. Easy access to everything the outer banks has to offer including our favorite restaurant The Outer Banks Brewing Station.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Alexandria

Absolutely loved!

An absolutely beautiful property right on the beach and beside Fishheads at the pier. They open Easter. We enjoyed being in the jacuzzi on the back deck looking out at the ocean. The beds and furniture are very nice, unlike some beach rentals. They have kept the place up to date and fresh. It was great when my parents stopped by that they could enjoy the view of the beach fully on the back deck since they have aches and pains at their age. We completely, absolutely adored this rental. Crazy 70 degree weather this weekend. We enjoyed watching the sun rise from the master bedroom without even getting out of bed. You can also see the beautiful moon rise!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

6/10 Okay

Kevin M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointed in the condition of the house and lack of amenities

The location of the property is 5 star. The house was worn and needs to be updated. All beds are extremely uncomfortable and had a piece of foam between the mattress and mattress cover. One piece of foam was torn into two pieces. Most of the furniture was a hodge pod; some looking like it was purchased from a used furniture store. The family room furniture was new and comfortable. We picked up bedding from a container outside the house and had to make the beds. We were surprised by a last minute email from the owner that we had to buy all supplies, trash bags, soap, dishwasher pods, etc. Total nightly cost of the stay was about the same I pay for a 5 star condo in Maui but it felt more like a Days Inn level property. When we contacted the owner about need for more towels, he responded quickly and accommodated the request. While we had a good time in the Outer Banks, the accommodations were disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Lynn S., Beverly Hills, FL

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

Would not recommend

The only reason for a two star instead of one star, is the location. The beach was beautiful and the property was close to places we wanted to see. However the house looked like nobody cares about it all. Although the exterior had recently been painted, a lot more effort is needed on the inside. Everything inside was old and worn. Kitchen and bathrooms were clean, but windowsills, stair carpeting and corners were loaded with dirt and dust. There were empty cups and bottles in the yard and under the house. The linen system was confusing… it wasn’t clear if what was left for us to make our beds up was clean or dirty (some were wrapped in plastic and some sheets were not wrapped and covered with sand. So I decided to wash all linens first. The manager was responsive and helped us with the hot tub issue and replaced one set of wrapped linens that were soiled. But a plumber never showed up for a clogged shower. Overall we tolerated the conditions because we didn’t want to be have a cleaning crew intrude on our family time there, but overall we would try a different place next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Heather H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

ROACHES!!

Unfortunately we were unable to enjoy our stay here. Coming to celebrate my parents’ 50th anniversary, we were disappointed after a 9-hour drive to find several German cockroaches as soon as we arrived. I immediately contacted the property owner with pictures of the roaches we found, and he put me in touch with another property coordinator, Doreen. Although Doreen was very nice and sympathetic, they were unable to accommodate us at any other beachfront property nor did they offer to refund us. If it weren’t for my elderly parents who came only for the beachfront experience and were too exhausted to move, I would have left immediately. Even after an exterminator was sent out, we continued to find multiple live roaches daily throughout the entire house (even in the bedrooms!), which truly made for an unpleasant experience. The house is dated and in need of small repairs, but most importantly they need to stop renting for a while to handle the roach problem. For a place this expensive, dealing with a roach infestation is just unacceptable. Do yourself a favor, and pick one of the dozens of other beachfront rentals available along the Nags Head strip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Not a good experience

A roach crawled out of the stove when we turned it on the first night so we looked around & found several more roaches- living & dead. We messaged the Host who promptly scheduled pest control. They pulled out the stove, saw roaches, and sprayed. They said the existing bait in the cabinets was still good. We killed roaches all week in the fridge, on counters, and in bedrooms. SO STRESSFUL! Also had dark/murky hot tub water due to no chlorine in the dispenser & very dirty filter. Maintenance had us drain & refill the water. Host was again responsive & apologetic. He offered a refund “14 days after the review period is over” and wrote: “we hope that you do not leave a public review about the roaches.” It’s hard to say if any amount of money could make up for roaches in your vacation rental, but we thought maybe we could feel satisfied that the owner had made things right with us. We naively asked if we could know how much before we would forego a review. We now understand this can be construed as extortion since Vrbo emailed telling us “the host has contacted us regarding your messages, saying that you requested a refund in exchange for a good review.” I felt terrible reading that email bc I was just innocently trying to decide whether I could say ‘this place was awful & I’d never go again’ or ‘there were issues but the owner totally made up for it.’’ But to be clear - refund or not - our honest review is that our whole vacation was really tarnished by all the roaches & drama :(
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was great & had everything we needed for a vacation! We loved the hot tub & the covered front porch. The chairs on the back deck were really nice too. The weather was cool so we didn’t use the pool but we looked at it & it was good. There are beach chairs under the house which was perfect for us since we didn’t have extra room to pack ours. There’s a water hose on each end of the house as well to was your feet & in our case spray off the windows of our vehicles bc they got terribly dirty from all the sand blowing. It’s a straight shot to the beach & I loved the view of it from the back deck. The owner was responsive anytime I messaged which I appreciated. I’m sure anyone who stays here will be well satisfied! Thank you for allowing us to use your home!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mike Olson

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Meet the Olsons!

Mike and Renee fell in love — both with each other and with the Outer Banks — during their college summers here. Renee worked in local shops and the iconic Captain Frank’s, while Mike was a lifeguard with the Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head beach teams.

Now living in Chesterfield, VA with their kids, Meganne and Max, and dogs Bo and Boomer, they still spend as much time as possible at the beach they love.

Their vacation homes, OBX Life I, OBX Life II, and OBX Life IV all reflect that same passion for the coast.
🏖 OBX I: A 5-bedroom oceanfront home with incredible views and private beach access — classic, roomy, and full of charm.
🌊 OBX II: A 3-bedroom family favorite with a pool, just steps from the beach, restaurants, and Jennette’s Pier.
OBX Life IV A 6 Bedroom 7 bath with elevator in the heart off Kill Devil Hills and a block from the beach

Mike and Renee love sharing their homes and helping guests create their own OBX memories.

All the houses are reasonably priced and offer great value for the premium locations that they are in.

Come and create some great memories in the Outer Banks!


"everyday's different at the beach"

Why they chose this property

Our guest are in love with the house because we try and keep the house a traditional beach cottage feel. Sitting on the back porch watching the sunrise or the porpoises play in the surf. Oceanfront offers it all. South Nags Head is away from all the heavy traffic and the beach is less crowded.

What makes this property unique

SO MUCH TO DO! Sitting in the hot tub overlooking the ocean is incredible. Or grabbing your fish rod and walking down the beach to the pier. Or taking a break from the beach and relaxing in the hammock at the pool. This house has it all.
"traditional beachfront cottage!!"

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