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Welcome to The Mermaid's Pillow...relax & enjoy!
Welcome...The Mermaid's Pillow is awaiting your arrival!
Relax & enjoy your vacation.
Dining
Spacious living & dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8140.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Classic Nags Head Style Cottage

The Mermaid's Pillow is located on NC Highway 12 in Nags Head at MP 11.25. It is directly across the street from the beach. There are 2 beach accesses nearby & it's a 3–4 minute walk to the beach.

Cottage boasts classic Nags Head style with modern amenities. Color TVs, You Tube TV & Internet. Fully appointed kitchen with electric range, microwave, refrigerator & dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Handicap accessible master bedroom & bath feature large roll-in shower with shower chair and double vanity with roll-under feature for wheelchairs. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with double vanities. Ramps front & back making for easy access. Private in-ground pool in fenced backyard. Cornhole boards are provided.

*PLEASE NOTE: During "peak" season weekly bookings are restricted to Saturday to Saturday ONLY*

***Linens are NOT provided. You will need to bring sheets & towels***

***Paper products are NOT provided. You will need paper towels & toilet tissue***

SORRY - PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED !!!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
Pets are NOT allowed at any time !!!
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this cottage is by the sea. Destination Fun and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Full Throttle Speedway and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Dowdy Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaside Art Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poke Box - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Classic Nags Head Style Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$658, 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.

Is Classic Nags Head Style Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Nags Head Style Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dowdy Park and Outer Banks Beaches. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Seaside Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is beautiful and extremely clean. It is directly across the street from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Great house! Very comfortable. Close to beach. Pool is clutch
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

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

Perfect week in OBX

This was our first time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is just perfect. This is our third stay and we absolutely love it. Always clean and very well maintained. We highly recommend this cottage for a wonderful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

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

Prefect Family Spot

Our family has been staying at this property for Spring Break the past few years. Such a great getaway with a gracious host, you won’t be disappointed by choosing this home for your vacation!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Beach Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at Cindy’s Nags Head cottage. It was a great location with everything we needed for a family of 5! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy A B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was not a problem. House was clean, well kept, kitchen with all inclusive pots and pans. Easy to get to beach, it was walkable. Pool in the backyard was amazing with plenty of chairs. Washer n dryer a plus. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Year 5

This is our 5th year staying at The Mermaid’s Pillow. Cindy is always so welcoming, and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Another great stay!

Perfect stay! Great 4th of July week! Will bw returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Getaway

Mermaid's Pillow was the perfect beach getaway! This VRBO exceeded all expectations. The location was fantastic, the home was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean, and the amenities were top-notch. We loved every minute of our stay and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin K.

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

Amazing Week at the Beach

We had a wonderful stay at The Mermaid's Pillow. It was our first real vacation as a family of 3. Close beach access and the pool allowed for us to relax with our 7 month old in tow. We would highly recommend a stay at The Mermaid’s Pillow!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Loved the location

Very cute and clean cottage. Location was perfect for beach access. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

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

Great overall

Great overall experience. Beautiful cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Cozy Cottage

An opportunity to get away, relax and sit on front porch was delightful. Very cozy, clean cottage and excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Amazing stay!! Girls 30th Getaway Trip

We had such an amazing time at The Mermaids Pillow!! The pool was just right, house was super clean and beautifully decorated. And super close to the beach and public access!! We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Love the cottage

Wonderful weather. The cottage is perfect for a small group. Pool very enjoyable. The cottage is always in perfect condition. This was our second stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Destination for a family wedding

Wonderful. House is perfect
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Wonderful!

Wonderful! It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

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

Just like the pics!

What a beautiful place close to the beach! Perfect for our family! Clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Freddie M.

Best vacation ever!

The beach house was absolutely beautiful! We had everything we needed and it was just a short walk to the beach! Thank you for making our vacation great! :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley S.

Amazing cottage!!

The cottage was amazing!!! Great location and everything was spotless. The owners were fantastic to work with, and it is clear they take great pride in their beautiful home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and the pool was a wonderful plus. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Another perfect stay!

This was our fourth consecutive year in this home and fifth with Cindy. Perfect week vacation, as always! Already rebooked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Lovely Cottage!

The pictures simply do not do this lovely cottage justice. Lots of natural light throughout, great outdoor space, and only a short walk to the beach. Cottage was spotless and kitchen well equipped. Awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Year 4

For the 4th year, we loved our stay at The Mermaid’s Pillow! Cindy is always so welcoming, the house is always in immaculate condition, & you can’t beat the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Location

We first stayed here because it was within walking distance of our favorite places. We keep coming back for the house now, too. It is perfect and the owner couldn’t be better!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Thornsvard

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Why they chose this property

Since building our home we have a new son-in-law who is a quadriplegic. Our home is not accessible and their visits required staying in hotel. We decided to build a handicap accessible beach cottage for the use of our family & to put in a rental program. Our belief is that there are many families and/or individuals who will benefit from such a cottage. Whether is be a wheelchair, walker, cane or artificial limb. Although it is totally handicap accessible it is also the perfect cottage for those without disabilities.

What makes this property unique

Unique, cozy, affordable & conveniently located. Beach access is a short walking distance away with ramp leading to viewing platform. Open floor plan on ground level with master bedroom/bathroom. Covered porches front & back. Rear ramp make for easy access to pool deck & backyard. Plenty of parking.

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