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Interior
Beach
Beach
Beach
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 671.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paradise Fun Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Nena's - Oceanfront

**New Listing**
At Nena's, grandma's cottage is the old Nags Head feel quaint little cottage. Kept in the original 1960s Vintage style with a fresh, updated look and feel. Spectacular oceanfront views in a comfortable screened in covered porch. Direct beach access. South deck view provides excellent sunrises and sunsets with the ocean breeze behind you. Enjoy a nice home cooked meal at Nena's or take a quick stroll to several local restaurants in the immediate area. New walkway extension provides easy access to the beach off the porch.

What other guests enjoy about this cottage.
- Oceanview screened in porch, great for pets
- Fantastic ocean views
- Easy access to the beach directly off the back porch and walkway from the driveway
- Kept the traditional 1960s old Nags Head feel
- Great location near many restaurants

Cottage Reminders:
- Wifi info on fridge
- Bring TP and Paper Towels
- Check-in after 4pm, checkout by 10am

2026 Improvements:
New catwalk ext to beach off deck
New exterior paint Blue
New swivel chairs coming soon!

2025 Improvements:
New painted kitchen cabinets and bar white
New screens on porch
New gas grill with cover
Added flat screen TVs for bedrooms



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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: limit 3 total
No restriction on size or quantity
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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
Property Registration Number 248047

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Children at Play Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Black Pelican - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nena's - Oceanfront pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nena's - Oceanfront on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$563, 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 Nena's - Oceanfront ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nena's - Oceanfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills cottage is just steps away from Kitty Hawk Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely a wonderful experience all around place was in the perfect location and in great shape and hospitality was awesome not only will I be going down again but I will be going twice a year . Thank you for the wonderful experience
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tash C.

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

Can't beat the ocean views

Perfect for 2 dogs and a couple. We enjoyed being able to vacation right on the ocean with our pups. Close to surfing and good restaurants as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyde G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage with incredible view. Very dog friendly and clean. Great communication with owner. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Right on the beach with beautiful sunrises! Perfect property for myself, husband, 9 month old daughter and large dog! Just what you need to enjoy a week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ada M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted an old school cottage on the beach and this was the perfect spot for my husband, myself and our dog! Great location--there's a coffee shop within walking distance and lots of great restaurants just a bike ride (or drive/walk) away. Kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook. Couches were comfy and having windows open at night to hear the ocean was awesome! There is easy access to walk across the dunes and onto the beach too. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Perfect week at the beach!

Our family of 4 loved staying at Nena’s oceanfront! The beach is just steps away from the house and the house was clean and comfortable for our family! The views (especially sunrises) were stunning! We loved relaxing on the beach, swimming in the ocean, and doing a little surf fishing! It was the perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Skip C.

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

Beach House

Nice house right on beach. Great location. Close to many activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

Kitty Hawk Retreat

Nice little place. No frills. All one story that allow to walk right out into the beach. Very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Great location

The property is the ideal beach vacation property. The screened in porch is amazing and the beach is just steps away!! The property comfortably fit our 3 dogs. The owner was very responsive. We definitely plan to come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dora Sue B.

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

The Right Fit for Our Trip

The oceanfront location was exactly what we wanted for this trip to the beach. The size of the house fit our needs, and the screened-in porch was wonderful for relaxing with a book while watching and listening to the waves, enjoying a meal, or checking out the beach for a walk. The location also was convenient for visiting area attractions and checking out restaurants.This was our first time using Vrbo, and the owner was friendly and quick to respond to our questions. We were fortunate to have our son with us to help spot traffic to get out of the parking space.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

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

Gem of the Outer Banks

Nena’s was the perfect getaway for our young family! We loved the charm and character of the home and it was very clean when we arrived. The screened in porch is what makes this house so special and we spent a lot of our time out there. The beach was only steps away and not crowded at all. Nena’s is a hidden gem! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Rejuvenating get away

My husband and I found this rental to be the perfect spot for us to get away from it all. The ocean front location could not be better and we enjoyed the sunrise every morning. The house is just the right size for a small family or a couple. It was clean and the porch was perfect for us to enjoy when the sun got too hot. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

RELAXING

This was the most relaxing vacation i have taken. I will definitely be back. Listening to the waves while going to sleep was amazing. Found some awesome seashells. Mark was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Becky R.

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

Kitty Hawk Beach Week 5/2024

We had a really nice time on our trip. The beginning of the week was rainy and we were so glad to have the covered porch so we could still be outside. The sunrises are absolutely stunning! In addition, we saw SO much wild life on land and in the water. I have never seen so many dolphins, porpoises, and even a whale tail splash one time!! If you are looking for a great location, close beach access and a home that isn't fancy, but will meet your needs then this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Emily W.

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

Amazing location for those who can bring everything with them.

Overall we enjoyed our stay. This is a good place to pick if you are willing to bring almost every amenity/necessity with you (all sheets, towels-kitchen, hand, bath, beach, tp, paper towel, hand soap, shampoo, bath mat). It is amazingly close to the ocean and has a great view. Though we didn’t realize we’d have to climb over a dune to get to the beach. This could be problematic for older and very young guests. Mattresses really need to be replaced. Good place to pick for people who are able to pack A LOT and are willing to give up amenities for great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Excellent!

First off communication was superb! We had the few questions we asked quickly. We had 1 issue that was fixed that same day. The place itself was perfect. It’s right there on the beach. We brought our 2 dogs and they loved it. And it gave us peace of mind because we didn’t have to deal with crossing streets etc. Just down some stairs up the dune and we were there. The dune was much easier for the dogs than us but it wasn’t too bad. Did I mention the porch? I probably should because I spent every morning there enjoying the sunrise and eating breakfast. It gives you a spectacular view of the beach and ocean. There’s a side deck as well that we enjoyed. A small thing i appreciated was actually having a gas grill outside. I am a horrible cook with charcoal so it was nice to have that as an option The washer and dryer was great! You are at a beach so you’ll need to do some general sweeping etc but that was to be expected. I would also recommend backing into the driveway. It wakes it much much easier when trying to get out on the main road. If I had a slight criticism it would be the bed in the room closest to the beach. It may have had its best years already but it wasn’t a deal breaker. We absolutely would love to go back !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Monde C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark Cochran

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I live in NH, but spend most of my time in the OBX. I grew up staying at my grandparents cottage (Nena and Grandad's) as a child. This cottage reminded me of my grandma's cottage so I named it after her.

Why they chose this property

I've been coming to the OBX since the late 70s. We spent most of our time in Kitty Hawk. One of my favorite towns to visit as well as Duck.

What makes this property unique

Screened in porch with fantastic oceanfront views. One of the few old traditional 1960s nags head feel. Not gutted like many of the other cottages.

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