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Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle!

Beachfront cottage near Outer Banks Beaches

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Smart TV, fireplace
On the beach, sun loungers
Exterior
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Whalebone Junction
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Nags Head

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this South Nags Head cottage, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Whalebone Junction. Whalebone Junction Information Center and Outlets Nags Head are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whalebone Junction - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar - ‬6 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.

Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle!

The Gray Sandcastle!
Step into your own slice of coastal paradise with this charming oceanside beach cottage, where relaxation meets luxury just steps from the shimmering sands and ocean waves. Nestled along the pristine shoreline of the Outer Banks of NC, this delightful retreat offers accommodation for up to 8 guests, which includes two bedrooms and two sleeper sofas, making it perfect for families or groups seeking a tranquil getaway.

Recently renovated (all previous plumbing issues were resolved and pipes replaced) with meticulous attention to detail, this beach cottage boasts a fresh, modern aesthetic while retaining its timeless coastal charm. You'll find yourself immersed in comfort from the moment you arrive, greeted by a light-filled interior adorned with coastal-inspired decor and tasteful furnishings.

The heart of the home is the inviting living space, where plush seating invites you to unwind after a day of sun-soaked adventures. Whip up delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with sleek appliances and ample counter space, before gathering around the dining table for memorable meals and lively conversations.

After a day of splashing in the waves, retreat to one of the cozy bedrooms, each thoughtfully appointed with crisp linens and plush bedding to ensure a restful night's sleep. With multiple sleeping arrangements available, including queen bedrooms and sleeper sofas, everyone will find their own private oasis in this seaside haven.

Step outside onto the spacious outdoor space, where salty breezes await. Sip your morning coffee as you watch the sunrise over the horizon, or unwind with a glass of wine as the colors of the sunset paint the sky. With direct access to the beach just steps away, you can easily spend your days lounging in the sun, building sandcastles, or taking refreshing dips in the sparkling waters.

Conveniently located near local attractions, Jennette's Pier, Fish Heads Pier, restaurants, and shops, this beach cottage offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, this oceanside retreat promises an unforgettable coastal experience for guests of all ages. So pack your bags, leave your worries behind, and escape to this idyllic beach cottage for a getaway you'll cherish for years to come.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! to the airport?

This cottage is 7.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! to downtown Nags Head?

This cottage is 5.8 mi away from Nags Head.

Oceanside Cottage Steps from the Beach! The Gray Sandcastle! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good house for 4 adults. The best part is the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to restaurants. Easy walk to beach! Comfortable and clean house!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot close to the beach. The host was wonderful. Would recommend to others
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a fantastic stay! The house was exactly as described and its proximity to the beach was perfect. Communication with the host was excellent. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Beach birthday trip

Wonderful property. Great location. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Great stay!

Great access to the beach. Small little place. Perfect for a small family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

weekend getaway

Great location, close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy and quick! Its a perfect location for the beach and a really nice house with plenty of blankets and room for a little house. The game room was super cool and my oldest daughter had alot of fun up there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna O.

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

Grey Sandcastle

It was the perfect location! Walkable beach access, outside shower to rinse of sand, games inside to enjoy, close to restaurants, shops and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Near the Pier!

Interesting property for a team competing in Nags Head at the Pier. Reasonably priced and outfitted providing more space and better accommodations than the hotel nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Great lovation

This was a great location for our young family! Lunch and nap time was easy as the short walk to and from the beach was so short. Our area of the beach was less crowded as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice get away with our daughter and her baby . The weather was a little rough first night but cheated up after , host reassured us everything would be ok and was normal weather for fall ..answered my every concern and questions .. Grocery, and mall near by and enjoyed the Dolphin tour and the aquarium. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meggie H.

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

Great Getaway

Very cute place to stay. Just the right amount of space for our family. Close to the beach. Very clean. We Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennie B.

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

Conveniently Located

The beach is only a few minutes walk over the dunes, which was fantastic. It is located near town so there is plenty to do. The house has a bunch of board games and a shuffleboard table upstairs. We wouldn't mind staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well stocked with necessities-toilet paper, paper towels, soaps, bath towels, bed linens… and anything you would need in the kitchen. My kids loved the Rec games in the loft. The pull out sofa was comfy for my daughter. The outside shower and hose were great to wash off from the beach. The beach was very accessible. We had a great time and would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Am C.

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

Cute

Perfect for our family of three. My son loved the game loft. The location was great with a quick walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

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

Very cute cottage

We had a delightful stay. Although the house is on the smaller side, it is exactly as advertised and had all we needed to enjoy the trip. Beach access is so close! We thoroughly enjoyed the games in the loft when it rained. Overall, we had a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nabil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The house was cute, a bit smaller than expected but clean and nice and worked out great. The location is great, easy access to beach and close to a bunch of restaurants and shopping options. Two drawbacks: beds are very hard and make for a tough night sleep, and kitchen is extremely small so plan accordingly if you want to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

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

Gray Sandcastle

We loved our stay at the Gray Sandcastle! There was a plumbing issue in one of the bathrooms, but the property manager was very communicative & helped to resolve this issue. Very clean, close walk to the beach, & perfect location! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Perfect Getaway

Cottage was perfect for our long weekend. Nalene was an excellent host and very responsive to any questions we had. Location of the property was great. Steps to the beach but also near many stores/shops/restaurants. Cottage was nice and clean. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leticia C.

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

Perfect size

House was as described. Perfect for our family of 5. Let 3 teenage girls have the upstairs to themselves. Location was convenient to restaurants & activities. Walk to the beach was super close & beach was never crowded. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean, just noticed that there was debris under the larger sofa. FYI the outdoor shower is not accessible. The gate/door is hanging on one set of rusted hinges. It looks totally unkept inside. We had a wonderful stay there! Very quiet, peaceful, and private. Just a small suggestion- a very inexpensive full length mirror for those of us that are vertically challenged. I was unable to view anything other than my face in either bathroom mirror. Would not hesitate to stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie E.

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

Short Getaway With Friends

My best friend and I wanted to have a short getaway trip before she had her first baby and this spot was almost perfectly between the two of us. The property was very nice and perfectly within walking distance of the beach, we didn’t even need to cross the street! There were also a lot of restaurants and activities all within ten miles. Upstairs in the cottage there were even games to play. It was perfect for our little adventure and just the vacation that we all needed. I would definitely come back to this property again, even for a week long stay. The property owner was also very responsive and easy to get in touch with. I loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica P.

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

Perfect Location

The location of the property is unmatched. Approximately 100 steps from the beach and we did not have to cross the road. Unfortunately, there were plumbing issues out of the owners control, so 8 people had to use one shower for our entire stay. The owner did contact a plumber the next day in attempt to fix the issue and was very responive throughout the process. In addition, the grass was not cut to be able to use the fire pit area. Overall, the location made the stay worth it though. Would return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Annette G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Plumbing Issue

Cute little house in a great location. However there is a plumbing issue. I would not rent this house until the listing says there are 2 full bathrooms. There is a huge issue with the shower on the main floor. Spoke with Nelene the property manager she was super helpful and did refund us. We were able to move to a new location so we didn't let this ruin our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024