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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Popular LocationNags Head Fishing Pier4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNags Head Woods Preserve4 min drive
  • Popular LocationWright Brothers National Memorial6 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)95 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

Seaside stay .Stay at this Kill Devil Hills cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Destination Fun. Seaside Art Gallery and Nags Head Woods Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Destination Fun - 16 min walk
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 4 min drive
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 4 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min walk
  • Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse - 12 min walk
  • Outer Banks Brewing Station - 2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi

YOU MUST BE AGE 26 OR OLDER TO RENT THIS COTTAGE. You will need to provide a copy of your Driver's License or some other form of photo ID showing your birthdate. And, fill out and sign a paper rental contract agreement.

No Pets. No smoking/vaping indoors. No illegal drug use.

Sleeps six (6) adults comfortably. Two (2) cots are available for your use for children or adults weighing 100 pounds or less. See additional info in the bedroom descriptions.

For the Summer months, (early June - late August), this is a Sunday to Sunday (7 night minimum) rental, unless approved by owners.
September - May is a 3 night minimum stay, check-in and check-out on any day, unless approved by owners.

QUESTIONS?: Near the blue "Check Availability" icon there is a sentence that says, "Contact Host". Click on that sentence to send us your questions and we will respond within 24 hours, (usually within an hour or two).

PROVIDED IN THE RENTAL:
Bed linens, bath, hand and face towels, kitchen dish cloth and drying towels, day-to-day cleaning supplies for your use and the house cleaning after you check-out (that's over a $170.00 value). NO HIDDEN FEES! (However, there are taxes and this website charges a service fee that we do not receive and have no control over the amount they charge).

CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT:
We have CONTACTLESS check-in and check-out. NO KEYS to keep up with or coordinating pick-up or drop-off appointments. If you want to check-in late --- no worries! We provide a door code before your check-in date so come as late as you need to. And, at the end of your stay, since there are no keys to return to us you can leave as early as you'd like. Simply close the door all the way and press the lock emblem in the center of the key pad.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIMES:
Check-in is at 4:00 pm (EST) on the date of your arrival and check-out is at 10:00 am (EST) on the date of your departure.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
This cozy "TURTLE SHELL" Beach Cottage is bright and cheerfully decorated with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, (1 bathroom upstairs & 1 bathroom downstairs) and an outside shower and an enclosed garage as well as a heated/air conditioned laundry room. It is located in the heart of the Outer Banks between the highways (Beach Rd-Hwy 12 and the By-Pass Hwy 158) in Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, close to the Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills. There are a couple of businesses nearby. The “Turtle Shell” is great for a single person, couple, small family or small group (up to 6 adults).

CEILING FANS & CENTRAL HEAT/AIR CONTIONING:
Throughout the cottage there are ceiling fans in all bedrooms, living room, dining and kitchen as well as CENTRAL heat and air conditioning in all living spaces.

KITCHEN - FULLY EQUIPPED:
Flat top stove with oven, kitchen island, dishwasher, microwave, air fryer/toaster oven combo, Keurig coffee brewer and a standard coffee brewer. Fully equipped with pots, pans, lids, cookie sheet and pizza pans, various size baking pans and casserole dishes, mixing/serving bowls, hand mixer, blender, colanders/strainers, measuring cups, measuring spoons, wine bottle opener, coffee bean grinder, electric can opener, gripper jar lid opener, plenty of beverage glasses, mugs, plates, bowls, utensils for eating/serving/mixing/cutting/peeling/chopping, food themometer, food storage containers for leftovers, etc.

DINING AREA:
Dining table with 6 chairs. TV trays available.

BEDROOMS (3):
The cottage has 1 QUEEN bed (master), 1 QUEEN bed (2nd bedroom), 2 TWIN beds (3rd bedroom).
One (1) additional twin bed downstairs in laundry room as well as 2 folding cots (best for children and small adults) are available for your use (bring your own linens for the cots & extra twin bed in laundry room). The cots are light-weight and can be moved to any room you want to use them in. Please return them to the location in the laundry room before you leave to go home.

BATHROOMS (2 Full bathrooms and an OUTSIDE SHOWER):
Upstairs: Full bathroom access from the hall and from the master bedroom. Equipped with toilet, shower stall, sink/vanity and blow dryer. Handsoap.
Downstairs: Full bathroom equipped with toilet, tub/shower, sink & mirror. Also has washer/dryer, twin size bed, comfy chair and tall dresser. Handsoap.

WASHER & DRYER:
There is a heated/air conditioned full bathroom with tub/shower combo, toilet and tub sink underneath the cottage (in the garage/recreation area) providing storage for your things as well. The WASHER & DRYER are located in this spacious area, as mentioned above. 

RECREATION ROOM/GARAGE:
A full sized ping-pong table (can be folded for single player use) and picnic table is in garage for your enjoyment. Basketball goal outside!
There are 2 corn hole boards and 8 tossing bags for you & your family/friends to ENJOY! This can be played in the garage in the evenings or on rainy days. If you take it outside, please just remember to bring it in the garage when finished with your game.

FOR THE LITTLE ONES:
We have a booster seat with detachable food tray, an umbrella style stroller, a baby gate, and a pack-n-play bed for your little ones (you will need to bring your own sheets and blankie for the pack-n-play bed). Little Tikes toddler swing in the rec. room/garage area and toys.

CHARCOAL GRILL:
Large capacity cooking surface. We have plenty of utensils and a meat themometer needed for grilling out.

BIKES:
One (1) men's 26" bike, one (1) ladies, 26" bike, (5) various size kid-sized bikes. Various sized helmets available.

BEACH GEAR:
Beach gear includes: Two carts to haul your things to the beach, beach chairs, beach umbrella, boogie boards, cooler with pull handle & wheels, sun tanning mat, sand toys.
Please BRING your own beach towels.

COVERED OPEN PORCH/DECK:
Enjoy the porch with Swings and chairs after a day sunning/swimming at the beach. Great for morning sunrises and afternoon to evening shade.

PARKING:
The cottage has PLENTY OF PARKING with a concrete drive. You are welcome to park on the grassy areas as well if needed. The garage has PLENTY OF SPACE to store your fishing and beach accessories, motorcycles, jetskis, golf cart, etc.

RATES INCLUDE:
The rental, Spectrum TV, FREE password secured WiFi & NETFLIX. A set of kitchen towels & dish cloth. One (1) set of bed linens for EACH bed, (2 queen & 2 twins), 6 sets of bath towels (enough for 6 people), the cleaning at the end of your stay. Use of two cots (for children or small adults), but bring your own sheets for the cots. A Pack-n-Play is provided but you will need to bring your own sheets, blankie and towel for your little one.

BEACH ACCESS:
Stop sign at Wrightsville Blvd takes you to E. Eighth (8th) Street that is an easy 4 -5 minute walk to DIRECT PUBLIC ACCESS & BOARDWALK TO THE BEACH. The other end of the STREET DEAD ENDS, making for enjoyable walks without excessive traffic.

BEACH TOWELS:
We DO NOT provide beach towels so please bring your own or purchase some in the Outer Banks.

WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE:
The BEACH, of course! Numerous restaurants like The Flying Fish, Mama Kwan’s, Dare Devil Pizza, Pizza Pie, Bob’s Grill, Miller’s, Five Guys, Wendy’s, McDonald’s and many more. Bowling alley, car repair shops, various stores for shopping are also within walking distance like Staples, TJ Maxx, Ben Franklin Souvenir Shop, Dollar Tree, Harris Teeter Grocery Store, Thrift store, The Christmas Mouse, Beach Rentals (for kayaks, surf boards, paddle boards etc.) are only 2-10 minutes away walking. 

CHECK OUT PROCEDURES:
Before leaving please do the following;
Windows: closed and locked
Blinds & Shades: Lower and close all blinds and all shades.
Towels: Put all bath linens in the laundry bags or baskets provided.
Sheets: Take all sheets off beds and put in the laundry bags or baskets provided.
Kitchen: Wash/dry and put away all dishes, pots and pans, etc. Put back where they were originally, in the appropriate cabinets.
Trash: Empty all trash cans inside the house and put in the outside black trash bin located by the steps and side garage door.
If you are at the cottage on Wednesdays or Sundays take the outside big black rolling trash bin to end of driveway. Trash is picked up Thursdays and Mondays (April - Oct). Trash pick up is on Monday's only during the months of Nov - March. Neighbors or next guests will bring it back to the house.
Refrigerator: Clean out refrigerator/freezer. Take all of your opened food with you or throw it away.
AC/Heat: Put AC on 75 degrees in Summer months and heat on 55 degrees in Winter months before you leave to go home or if you are going to be gone for long periods of time.
Furniture: If you move any furniture please return it to its proper place as you found it when you arrived.
Garage: Put away everything in it's proper place as you found it when you arrived.
Make sure garage doors are closed and locked. Slide the handles making sure they go into the slots of the garage door frame. Insert short pins/rods in holes of the handle bars holes.
Grill: Place COLD grill coals (not hot) in a trash bag and into the Big black trash bin.

Double check to make sure ALL doors and windows are closed and locked. We are not responsible for lost or stolen property.

DAMAGES:
There is a damage deposit but is not charged to your credit card unless after housekeeping checks out the cottage to be sure nothing is damaged or missing.
You are responsible for damaged or missing items. Please report to us and send pictures to us of any damages you notice or have caused. We will discuss reimbursement. The cleaning company will clean and inspect the property after your departure. Your credit card will only be charged after fair market replacement costs and/or repairs have been determined.

*REFUNDS: Please purchase travel insurance as refunds are not given for weather, evacuation, illness, hospitilization, death, crisis events, etc. *See cancellation policy for exceptions.

Property manager

Russell & Terry Brinkley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycles on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: 12 adults: 6 overnight tenants + 6 daytime only.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: 12 adults: 6 overnight tenants + 6 daytime only. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi to the airport?

This cottage is 13.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi to the beach?

This cottage is a short 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi to downtown Kill Devil Hills?

This cottage is 0.8 mi away from Kill Devil Hills.

Short Walk To Beach! Beach gear/Basketball/Bikes/Grill/Hammock/Pingpong/WiFi Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Junie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay
Nice location & has everything you may need for your stay! We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erasmo A., Miami, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
Stay there almost every year and Terry and Russell are amazing to deal with. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. Thank you Terry and Russell
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tasha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
the best beach cottage
Our family had an amazing time at the Turtle Shell. The owners Russell & Terry were great to work with and could easily get in touch with them. The cottage had everything we needed, super clean and close to everything!! If we are ever in the area again we will definitely be staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Get-away!
This cottage was the most well appointed we’ve ever visited. It’s the perfect size for a small family group & the offering of beach chairs, bikes, bodyboards, etc was so nice and allowed us to pack so much less. They really thought of everything. The house was very clean and all mechanicals were in working order. The host was very nice & accessible at all times. Would very much recommend this cottage to anyone who values attention to detail. Brad & Jessica - Sept 2023
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Turtle Shell sister vacay
We really like the closeness of grocery stores, just figured out the Wrightsville Blvd. shortcut! Like not having to get on the highway as much. Kitchen could use some updating, and porch and deck could use a little attention. Very much enjoyed ourselves, despite the winds from Lee, hurricane without rain!😂
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bionca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Enjoyed our short stay at this beach home. Great location despite the car wash next door which could be a little noisy at times. The owner was very good at communicating when we had any questions or concerns. I would recommend this property for small families for a quick getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time at the Turtle Shell
We love the Turtle Shell. The property is very conveniently located within walking distance of the Public Beach. It is also in a central location and easily accessible to stores and sight seeing locations. This is our second time staying there. We love it because we have to pack less. They literally thought of everything we could need. Bikes with locks, beach toys, beach wagon, chairs, umbrella, coolers, BBQ, etc. This time we visited the NC Aquarium and we went to see the Dolphins with Kitty Hawk Kites. It was an amazing time. Terry is very accessible via text messages and is super friendly and helpful. Thank you Terry & Russel
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace C., Morris Plains, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Another excellent visit
This is out third year at the Turtle house, and we absolutely loved it again. Very close to the beach and restaurants. It literally has anything you could want for the beach. We didn't need to bring anything for the kids. As always, it was very easy to get a hold of Terry for questions (she is the nicest person!). We will definitely be back for a 4th year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer family vacation 8/23
Very close to stores, beach Very responsive homeowners Cute beach home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacay 2023
We had a great time!The house had everything you needed & then some! A vacation to remember :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023