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Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area

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4 parking spaces
Oceanfront deck.
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Dune view to Beach Road.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area

"Crab House" is a pet friendly, oceanfront Outer Banks vacation rental home that was been fully renovated to provide large living areas. This great oceanfront property is located at 4123 North Virginia Dare Trail in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina at Mile Post 3 3/4.
There is an extra-large oceanfront deck with deck chairs and exceptional, expansive ocean views. House features large open great room area with dining space for 10 people. New kitchen with all new appliances. This home is elevated but offers one level living .
On the oceanfront side of this home, there are 2 Bedrooms and 1 full bath. Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed; Bedroom #2 has a Queen bed for exceptional ocean views. Bedroom #3 has 1 Single bed and 1 double bed and Bedroom #4 has 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed on the street side of home. New laundry room has been added with new appliances. This is the perfect beach family vacation home where DOGS ARE PERMITTED-2 PET MAXIMUM. Pet fee is $250 per pet. The turnover day for this home is Saturday.
Extras: 5 TVs, 4 Parking Spaces, charcoal grill, enclosed outside shower, ceiling fans, washer/dryer, internet, deck furniture, 6 ceiling fans, lobster pot and iron/ironing board.

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House Rules

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pack N Play and High Chair on property

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs only, 2 pet max, $250 per dog

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Parking limited to 4 cars maximum

If you don't pay the $250 per dog pet fee 2 dog max it will be deducted from your security deposit!

Linens are not provided. They can be rented from Moneysworth in KH they deliver to house and know bed sizes.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3946093
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kitty Hawk

Located in Kitty Hawk, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Monument to a Century of Flight and Wright Brothers National Memorial are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Scarborough Lane Shoppes and Outer Banks Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Children at Play Museum and Paradise Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Kitty Hawk, NC

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Holy Redeemer Catholic Church - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Children at Play Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sea Scape Golf Links - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪1903 Bar And Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Right on the beach and dog friendly large great room /dining /kitchen area located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk cottage is just steps away from Kitty Hawk Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Children at Play Museum and Holy Redeemer Catholic Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home with an easy check-in process. We loved being right on the beach and the home had so much to offer including a lot of fun beach toys for our toddler!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Wish your weather had been less windy! Thanks for the clean review, I take pride in that process, always try to make sure everything is clean and organized to make it easy and relaxing!!
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10/10 Excellent

Frank E.

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

Week at the crab

Great property like having your own private beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Glad you liked the house. Thanks for leaving the property so nice on such a hot check out day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay with our family of 5! Terry was very responsive if we needed anything. The house is clean and had everything we could have asked for. The location is a 10/10!!! Would not hesitate to book again. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you! We managed to let Erin blow by-by! Thanks for leaving my house so nice :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Well worth the Price

The property was exactly as advertised. The owner was very responsive to our needs. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thanks for the review. I want my guests to walk in and see better than what they expected!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

The beach house was very clean and comfortable. Excellent location. Would definitely stay again.

Great vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
We try to make your vacation memorable. Happy that you enjoyed our beach house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with our stay. Thank you very much.T. Harding
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thanks, and you made me very happy with the nice condition that you left my home. It made my very hot weather day much less stress free!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Amazing location

We loved the house. It's location on the beach is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2021
Thanks! Glad you had a nice vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

One of the Best on the Beach!

Our whole crew gave this property a 10/10. It was the perfect setup for two families. The house was super clean, the kitchen was very well-stocked, and the furniture was comfortable. Outside, the deck can't be beat -- plenty of seating and right on the beach. And the beach in front was empty since there was no public beach access nearby. The location is perfect, as it's close to shopping, dining, and all the fun beach activities available in OBX. Terry is a very nice person who was very responsive to any questions we had. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thanks Karen. I'm so happy that you enjoyed the house. Our beach is very private and because I own the house to the North (orange) and the lot next to it, you will always have plenty of "alone" beach space!.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Amazing Stay!

We had an amazing stay! House was perfect for a family. Loved the deck & chairs... we could still feel like you are on the beach from a
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2020
Glad you had a good time and enjoyed the house!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Perfect location!!!

Our first time staying here and we will be back! This house is equipped with everything you could possibly need and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thanks we try hard to provide a great vacation experience. We just can't fix the weather!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florian K.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

Great stay really enjoyed the property. Deck is by far the best part super relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Thanks for your patience with Cable TV issue! Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jmcgb4

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

Perfectly perfect!

House was as described and even better in person. The common living area was fantastic for my family and was perfect space to play games while we waited out the rain! Owner was quick to reply any time I needed . Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you. Your family was a pleasure to have as my guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw S.

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

It was a great place for our family

We had a great time at the house...so close to the beach. My 3 year old granddaughter loved looking for shells. Also so convenient to supermarkets and restaurants.?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
We enjoyed meeting your lovely family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Clean clean clean! If we didn't know you could bring your dog we would not have known

Great location to beach and restaurants. Everything we needed was at the cottage. Loved the less crowded fall beach days!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect--right on the beach so only a few steps to the beach. It worked perfectly for our family as we wanted to explore many locations from the south to the north of OBX. Restaurants, activities and grocery store all nearby as well. Super clean and a well-appointed kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2021
Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Crab

We absolutely loved this property - perfect for us and our little dog! The location is great - right on the beach! The house was clean and the host was extremely helpful. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Thanks for this review. I try very hard to please but it seems to be a long season as I age! You were delightful guests and I hope you will come back as you left my property lovely and I truly appreciate it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori w.

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

Perfect home for us

Great house, location and communication! 4 adults,, 2 teens and two pups all had a wonderful vacation! Thank you Terry!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2022
I'm happy that you had a good time and good weather!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

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

Nice house, great location

Really nice clean house, well suited for families with children. Assume view off of the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2022
Thanks you and family were a delight to have!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Excellent View

My wife & I recently stayed at Crab House. The house was spacious and clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The ocean view from the deck was fantastic and the location was great for restaurants & shopping. The property owner was very accommodating & helped to make our stay stress free.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2022
Thanks for your lovely review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenni j.

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

Beautiful Views

Great views. The house has everything you need and more. The host was very responsive with any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2021
Thanks and you were very nice guests to have! Happy that you liked the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

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

Absolutely stunning property. Everything you need for a beach vacation

Our stay at this beach house was absolutely incredible. We felt right at home as soon as we opened up the front door. Plenty of space in the kitchen, washer and dryer, plenty of beds, 2 bathrooms, Great space on the deck and just a couple steps to the beach. I would highly recommend this property to anybody looking in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2022
Thanks. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. It's very windy here today so I'm glad with your little people you were her last week!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Wonderful cottage right on the beach

Cottage was perfect, clean and ready for a great stay. Couldn’t ask for a better location. Would definitely stay here again. Needs no improvement. Great for family and pets. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you we enjoyed having you as our guests toooo!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Therese C.

Great House beautiful Oceanfront Deck!

The house is very well equipped and so clean. The owner was very helpful and quick to answer any questions. The views are beautiful and very private section of beach not at all crowded. Very close to restaurants and activities.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
We try very hard to have our tenants really enjoy our home. We have 4 Oceanfront homes in Kitty Hawk and always strive to keep them current with upgrades and because we live here we can respond to any questions or issues in a timely manor. So glad your experience was a 5 star!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianna C.

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

Family

Me and my family loved this beach home. Wonderful location, house was amazing and very clean. i loved the deck and waking up every morning to watch the sunrise and sit out there. the beds for very comfy and had no issues at all. definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thanks for the nice review. I do make a point of replacing mattresses frequently and that deck has amazing views!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

George C.

" Crabs" has to be one of the best houses on the Outer Banks! Clean spacious all the amenities!!!

What a wonderful place to stay! Relaxing, clean, all the amenities we needed,, just peaceful. The folks who own this home do a fantastic job in keeping it up and making you feel welcome. Can ONLY have the highest recommendation! Hope to stay there next year :-)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
We enjoyed meeting both of you and hope to see you again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Terry Cargill

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Owns several rental homes on the Outer Banks and is a very experienced, hands on owner.

Why they chose this property

Great rental for small family who also wants to bring grandma and grandpa along!One level living with 2 oceanfront bedrooms!

What makes this property unique

Extra large oceanfront deck. Not many steps, all on one level

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