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Circa 1953 beach cottage...this is 'old school' beach at it's best!
Nags Head accommodation with kitchen
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area

Nags Head, NC
- beachPlace, beach8 min walk
- Jockey's Ridge State ParkPlace, Jockey's Ridge State Park9 min walk
- Dowdy ParkPlace, Dowdy Park9 min walk
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)22 min drive
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About the area
Nags Head
Seaside stay .Your stay at this cottage will put you steps from Nags Head Fishing Pier and a 5-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Dowdy Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Jockey's Ridge State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Dowdy Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Tracks in the Sand - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- OBX Laser Tag - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
- Biscuits N’ P*rn - 3 min drive
- Blue Moon Beach Grill - 3 min drive
- Dirty Dick's Crab House - 3 min drive
- Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - 3 min drive
- Poke Box - 3 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.
Circa 1953 beach cottage...this is 'old school' beach at it's best!
The Tale of A Mermaid is located on Beach Road in Nags Head across from the Nags Head Fishing Pier with great beach access. Amenities include: HVAC, YOu TubeTV, WiFi, fully equipped kitchen, front porch, screened porch, back deck, outdoor shower w/ hot & cold water, washer & dryer, charcoal grill, picnic table & outside seating. Bathroom has walk-in shower (no bath tub)
Please note: Linens are NOT provided. You will need to bring or rent your sheets, pillowcases & towels.
***You will need to provide your paper products: paper towels & toilet tissue***
Address: 3404 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
***Sorry, pets are NOT allowed***
Tale Of A Mermaid is centrally located. Steps from the ocean, walking distance to fishing pier, restaurants & bars, seafood market, souvenier shop, flower shop and more. A short walk to Jockey's Ridge State Park...watching the sunset from atop this amazing sand dune is a must!
Please note: Linens are NOT provided. You will need to bring or rent your sheets, pillowcases & towels.
***You will need to provide your paper products: paper towels & toilet tissue***
Address: 3404 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
***Sorry, pets are NOT allowed***
Tale Of A Mermaid is centrally located. Steps from the ocean, walking distance to fishing pier, restaurants & bars, seafood market, souvenier shop, flower shop and more. A short walk to Jockey's Ridge State Park...watching the sunset from atop this amazing sand dune is a must!
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony/patio
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washer/dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping mall
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Optional golf privileges
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing 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)
General
- Unit size: 600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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.
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
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.
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.
Property is also known as
Circa 1953 Beach Cottage...this is 'old School' Beach It's Best
Circa 1953 Beach Cottage...this is 'old School' Beach It's Best