See all properties
Save
Entire home

Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba

Beach nearby
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi
TV, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Corolla, NC
  • Popular LocationCurrituck Golf Club14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCorolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCurrituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center4 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)118 min drive

Room options

About the neighborhood

Corolla

Ocean Sands stay.With a stay at this Ocean Sands vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Corolla Raceway. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Vacation Homes in CorollaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Currituck Golf Club - 14 min walk
  • Corolla Raceway - 3 min drive
  • Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars - 4 min drive
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 4 min drive
  • Corolla Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Off The Wall Tap House - 13 min walk
  • Sun Fish Grill - 4 min drive
  • Sundogs Sports Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
  • Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • The Chill Spot - 11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba

Please check calendar for availability. Reserve now for a fabulous price so close to beach. Authentic Outer Banks Cottage with new wood flooring on the entire main floor, new carpet on the upper floor, new refrigerator, and new couch to help make a great get away. Swim or sun at your private pool, or walk to the beach (100 ft.) in 2 minutes. There is a beach lifeguard on duty during summer season. The area to the North of the cottage is greenspace.
This means you have private, unoccupied beach to the North and not built up with any real estate.
We have beach chairs, umbrella, and rolling cooler. An outdoor shower provides an area to rinse off after a day at the beach. Have a meal or just relax & read on the screen porch. Ample back deck for sunning or a relaxing cup of coffee. Upper deck off master bedroom has an ocean view or a quiet area to get away. 3 TV's with Apple boxes, lots of board games/puzzles, and videos for evening relaxing. Two tennis courts located 2 blocks away.

Mermaid Cottage is in the center of Corolla, close to everything. Located across from the Currituck Club and Harris Teeter. Timbuck II Shopping area (65 shops) is located 10 min. to the North, across from Food Lion Center with more shops. Historic Currituck Lighthouse & Whalehead Club are a short drive further North. That is also the location of the 4 wheel drive area where the Wild Mustangs of NC are located. A beautiful memory to experience on your beach vacation! You can book a tour to visit them.

Come & visit with us. It doesn't get any better than a day at OBX.(Outer Banks)

Again, please check calendar before inquiring. The calendar is kept up to date.
Check in is on Saturdays after 4pm for a weekly rental.
.Unfortunately no pets, at this time.

Keywords: House, Cottage, Outer Banks, Close to Beach

Property manager

Heather Ward, daughter of Dove Barton - owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Original Cottage Recent Upgrades Beach 100'' pool 4 Bed 2 Ba

Frequently asked questions

How close is Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.3 mi (59-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 6.8 mi (13-min drive) from Corolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba to downtown Corolla?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi away from Corolla.

Original Cottage, recent upgrades, Beach 100'' ,Pool, 4 Bed, and 2 Ba Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 40 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tom E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, could be a bit cleaner
This was our second stay, we came back for the proximity to the beach, neighborhood and pool, all of which are excellent for the price. We were disappointed this year with the cleanliness. When we arrived, the floor was sandy, the dishwasher wasn’t emptied, one of the beds had sand in it, and one of the trash bins wasn’t emptied.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage!
The Mermaid Cottage was so much better than we had anticipated re: the poor reviews. The house was perfect for our group of 2 families with 4 under 8yo between us, and it was as clean as any of our other beach stays other than some sunscreen on a patio table. The layout was 2 bdrms & bath in one section of the first floor (along with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area in the other section) and then 2 bedrooms and a bath upstairs. There's also the typical outdoor shower. The decks were in great shape with plenty of chairs and great views including an ocean view from the top floor balcony (though it is off of a bedroom). We don't go to OBX to sit inside, so the small size and well loved decor were welcome touches. When were weren't at the beach, we were in the smallish but clean pool. There were a ton of games, books, and even colored pencils and a coloring book. The location can't be beat for the price. It didn't feel like an effort at all to walk to the beach a few times a day. The beach itself was never crowded and since it's private, we saw many of the same folks all week. Overall one of my best beach stays and will try to book again next time we're in OBX.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house was very nice. Simple 1 minute walk and you’re on the beach. Pool was nice to relax in
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

JoJo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Close to Beach & Ocean View from Top Balcony
We enjoyed the very close proximity to the beach, the pool, 3 tv’s each with Apple TV devices, outside shower, grill area, like-new washer and dryer, and availability of high-quality beach chairs and 3 coolers. Some things that disappointed us: there was a strong urine odor in the first floor master closet and a similar but lesser smell in the bunk bedroom next to that closet; perhaps from the pack-and-play or bedding that was in that closet? It seemed that some areas in the house could use a deep cleaning, but overall, we enjoyed our stay. We appreciated the phone calls from the owners whenever we texted with questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Quaint cottage by the sea
Cottage was perfect for a family getaway. It isn't anything fancy but certainly just right for family with kids. Owner was quick to respond to all correspondences and also worked with me as I booked unusual days. The VRBO app didn't correct me to do a Saturday to Saturday rental and she worked with what I booked even though it threw off the cleaners and the rental schedule. The cleaners however I would say are subpar. I did find their info on a paper under a side table on the third day. Had I seen it the first day I'd have contacted them. I do know the owner would have made arrangements if Id have complained to her but after a 12 hour drive I didn't want to pack back up and sleep somewhere else because the cleaners did a garbage job. Besides the cleaners sucking it was a really nice time. Kids lived in the pool and the beach was a hop, skip and a jump away. The neighborhood was also mostly quiet and we appreciated that as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Owner was great. She went out of her way to accommodate our last minute booking. Everything as advertised.Location was great. Short 2 minute walk to beach. 8 minute walk to grocery. Perfect for our family of 6.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hafid S.

Liked: Cleanliness
New favorite place
The house is a bit outdated but it was nicely located on a quiet street. It was close to shopping and dining, which was a big plus for us. The pool was nice to have and the water was clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
The house was as described, nice ocean breezes and views from all decks, including ocean view from second floor. The house was ideal for our small family, extremely convenient to the beach, supermarkets and restaurants, and the private pool was a great option. We did not have any issues with the cleanliness as described in other reviews. Check in and check out was very easy. Overall, it was a great vacation and we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place
If you don’t need new and fancy this is your place! It has all the amenities you need for a great week at the beach. Lots of kitchen stuff and tons of beach stuff and pool stuff. Very comfortable and so close to the beach. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The property is definitely in a great location and it was well stocked with kitchen items and beach accessories. That being said, the cottage was a bit tired and run down. It needed a good deep clean and definitely some sprucing up. I assume that the price we paid was due to the proximity to the beach. It wasn't a terrible experience, just a bit disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022