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The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly

Vacation home near Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills

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Outdoor dining
Interior
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a refrigerator, and various kitchen appliances.
A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees.
A spacious living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. The kitchen is visible in the background with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Place, beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Kill Devil Hills

In Kill Devil Hills .You'll find beach and Jolly Roger Restaurant within a 15-minute walk of this Kill Devil Hills vacation home. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Glazin' Go-Nuts are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Slice Pizzeria - ‬4 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.

The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly

Private Great location. Charming 2 bedroom, 3 blocks from Ocean in Kill Devil Hills. Plenty of parking. Walking distance to food, shopping and movies. Dead end road and pet friendly. Well stocked kitchen. Huge wooded back yard. large hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower. Queen beds in both bedrooms with bunk beds also. Wifi provided, Smart TV. Central A/C. Gas grill and picnic table. Bike trails to Wright Brothers Monument, fishing pier, cinema, shopping and food so close by. It's perfect for your boats or outdoor gear. Located close to public boat ramp in quiet family friendly neighborhood, removed from the traffic yet right in the middle of town. WiFi provided. Perfect for yoga retreat with private wooded backyard covered with live oak trees. Paddleboard classes or rental available. Pet Friendly.
Homeowners have lived on the Outer Banks since 1975. We invite you to come and explore the Outer Banks like never before and we encourage you to go off the beaten path.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • 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
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
All used towels please place in the shower stall.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

there is a $50 dollar extra fee for each pets

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ New Listing ~ Pet Friendly
Mermaids Purse Cottage New Listing Pet Friendly Kill Devil Hills
Mermaids Purse Cottage New Listing Pet Friendly
Mermaids Purse Cottage New Listing Pet Friendly Kill Devil Hills
Mermaids Purse Cottage New Listing Pet Friendly
Mermaids Purse Cottage New Listing Pet Friendly House

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 12-minute walk from beach and 1.5 mi (6-min drive) from Kitty Hawk Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly to downtown Kill Devil Hills?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Kill Devil Hills.

The Mermaids Purse Cottage ~ Privacy ~ Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

taylor g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maddie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was cozy, clean, and well-stocked with the essentials! Rose was also easy to communicate with and had great recommendations for the area. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewa H.

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

Wonderful cottage!

We loved it and Rose was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Quick getaway

Great stay! Host was very easy to work with. Check in was seamless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Great Stay

Great time - lovely home. Glad we booked this trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

OBX

Great time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

Beach getaway

We stayed for three nights. The house was exactly what we were looking for. Check in couldn't have been easier, and communication with the host was great. We had a great time, the house had everything we needed and was very conveniently located. Will definitely book this place again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of five spent the week and absolutely loved it! Rose is a gracious hostess. From fresh eggs and cucumbers brought for our family to enjoy, to making sure we knew great places to eat, and beaches and activities to enjoy, she made sure our vacation was great. All our boys said the house was the best part of our stay, due to the variety of games she has available. We know where to stay if we are back in OBX!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina O.

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

Great place

House was clean and in a good location. Rose was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie D.

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

Great place

It was perfect for our family and very close to everything. We had a wonderful time. Rose was very nice and helpful. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

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

first visit

Helpful host and lovely area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda C.

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

Private & Wonderful

Wonderful cottage at the end of a private street. Dog friendly and centrally located to everything. Enjoyed our vacation here. Very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Wonderful Stay at a Cozy Cottage!

We had a fantastic stay at this charming two-bedroom cottage! It was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The location was perfect — just a short walk to the beach, local shops, and a fun splash pad that the kids loved.Rose, the host, was absolutely wonderful — friendly, responsive, and incredibly accommodating. She made sure we had everything we needed and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.We’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful spot near all the attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here! The house is comfortable and cozy. It is lovingly decorated and cared for. The kitchen is well stocked. The bunk room was perfect for our four kids, and they enjoyed the well stocked game cabinet. We loved all the hanging chairs in the space underneath. The location is convenient to the beach and shopping centers, along with the biking/walking path along the bay side. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rose was an absolute sweetheart! Her cottage was so adorable and def fit the beach vibes. The fresh eggs she left us were amazing! Pet friendly and our pupper loved running around the outdoor space. The one level with bedrooms was amazing for our little ones. We will def be back to the cottage . It’s in such a great area close by to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunnie F.

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

Wonderful Beach Cottage

Second stay at Rose’s beach cottage and we got to meet Rose, she’s absolutely wonderful and a great host. Great location, private backyard, always very clean, and super close to the beach. Lovely place to stay with the furbabies, We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Cozy cottage

This little cottage was perfect for our family of four plus our fur baby.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Getaway

The mermaids purse was a cute little cottage perfect for a couple to get away from all the things! Met my expectations and served us well for the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Cozy and near everthing

This place was great! We were tucked at the end of the street with only 1 neighbor. But so close to the beach and the grocery store and Duck Donuts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

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

Just Enough

This house is perfect for a couple’s get away. Conveniently located & close to everything.The house was clean, the kitchen was well equipped, and the deck is the perfect place to relax! We went to the beach, rode bikes, & cooked delicious meals in the kitchen. Don’t skip a duck donut!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan b.

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

Great beach getaway

We come to OBX routinely to see family. This time we decided to bring the dogs with us for some beach fun. Location was convenient. Rose was an absolute wonderful host. Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

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

Great place!

Rose was quick to respond to any questions or requests that we had. She and her husband came by during our stay and were both very nice people. This house was very clean and the beds/pillows were super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The "Mermaid's Purse" was a quaint and quiet stay. It was lovingly decorated and has easy access to all the areas' attractions. Rose is a gracious, generous and greagarious host who knows anything anybody would want to know about the Outer Banks. To give and example of her attentiveness: when we first got there we found a small hornets' nest under the stairs. I texted Rose and went food shopping. The nest was gone before we got back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

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

Mermaid Cottage

Perfect place for us, had all we needed and more; nautical deco that i wantrd to copy. Quiet neighborhood. Rose was a great host and gave us great recommendations for everything we asked. She's a long time local so she's in the know. Comfortable bed. If we return to OBX this is our go to place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024