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Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK

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A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in dishwasher. There is a dining area with a blue table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a fireplace.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.
A two-story wooden building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Happy DOUGLAS."
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a large window overlooking a beach.
Pool Area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Jockey's Ridge State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • High-speed internet

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tracks in the Sand
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Mid Level Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Mid Level Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Mid Level En Suite

1 King Bed

Mid Level En Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level En Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Mid Level En Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mid Level En Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Mid Level Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level En Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is near the beach. Seaside Art Gallery and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Monument to a Century of Flight. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Outer Banks Brewing Station. With kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Nags Head Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tracks in the Sand - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dowdy Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Albemarle Sound - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Dog Days - Nags Head MP 11, Ocean View, 50 Yds to Beach, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Pets OK located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Nags Head Beach and Nags Head Fishing Pier. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Tracks in the Sand are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 147 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great house loved the elevator my dog will not go down stairs so it was a huge help. The yard was big enough for him to run an play he’s a big dog. Pool was beautiful a the beach being across the street was a plus to. House was clean an was had all we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would return again.

The property was great.! Loved the location to the beach, decor, and large space. Only drawback was the cleaning company could have done better.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Happy puppy, happy people!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our puppy loved the place, as did we!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2021
Thank you Christine! We can't wait to see you and your pup again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Beach Is Fun

We usually rent a home in Kitty Hawk during the summer, but decided to mix things up and spend New Years in Nags Head. The home was perfectly situated on the beach road with a close cross walk and views of the beach. The house offered all of the amenities, including an elevator and a hot tub. We would definitely sty here again--maybe in the summer next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another relaxing stay at Happy Dog Days!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our third time renting this beautiful home, so dog friendly, clean and any amenity you could ask for!. We've already booked the house again for next year.The location is perfect, just a few steps from the beach!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Thank you for your review, and being part of the Kitty Hawk Rentals family! Happy Dog Days is a great property, and we are so happy to hear you and your family have made many wonderful memories in the OBX.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We liked it!

Easy beach access, nice pool and hot tub. Well maintained and heated pool a plus! Some decks and railings need to be replaced/stabilized in very near future. We had a good time and really liked it! Loved the extra play space for the dog! Yard had no THORNS which is a huge plus so very pet friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great House!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is really a terrific house! The heated pool was great, as the ocean was a bit chilly earlier during our stay. I loved that there was a master bedroom on the top floor; this made our stay much easier. The only thing was that the bed frame in this room was larger than the mattress, which resulted in me hitting my shins almost every night when going to bed.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to provide us feedback regarding your recent stay at "Happy Dog Days." We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time spent here on the Outer Banks! We will be sure to pass the message to the owner about the bed. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to the Outer Banks many more years.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

One Happy Dog

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wonderful owner rented a Beach house just for me No more staying in a strange place with no couch, strange people walking and feeding me. It was wonderful, a huge backyard for me run and do my business in. There was even my own plastic pool just like their pool. That is what I call a real dogs life.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

great house for dogs

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: house was great easy walk to beach. Great to have elevator. only bad thing was there was a very bad smell when we first came in on the ground floor. Smelled funny the whole time but we never really stayed on the ground floor. rooms nice size,clean with tv in each room. would definitely come back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is great for furry friends!Much of the cookware in the kitchen needs to be replaced. Itneeds to be replaced. The lock on the entry door did not always work properly when the code was put in. The location is great just being steps away from the beach. We left having made many special memories!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2022
Hello Carol and thank you for your review of Happy Dog Days. We've made note of the cookware and lock. Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to sea you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spring family vacation 2016

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great vacation house . The fenced in yard for the fur babies was really nice . Location was perfect , right between Austin seafood and I said pier. Heated pool and hot tub were very nice. I called the rental company with a couple of concerns and they were taken care of immediately. I would definitely stay here again and recommend this house to friends. Only thing I would add more lighting in the house in the kitchen and living room, and the bottom level.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Happy Dog Days is the perfect home to spend your vacation with family, friends, and fur babies! The location of the home is pristine and having the pier close by is a real treat. We are happy to hear that your concerns were taken care of immediately. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to the Outer Banks for many years to come!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Spring family vacation 2016

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great vacation house . The fenced in yard for the fur babies was really nice . Location was perfect , right between Austin seafood and I said pier. Heated pool and hot tub were very nice. I called the rental company with a couple of concerns and they were taken care of immediately. I would definitely stay here again and recommend this house to friends. Only thing I would add more lighting in the house in the kitchen and living room, and the bottom level.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Happy Dog Days is the perfect home to spend your vacation with family, friends, and fur babies! The location of the home is pristine and having the pier close by is a real treat. We are happy to hear that your concerns were taken care of immediately. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to the Outer Banks for many years to come!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Doggie paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 7 adults, 5 children, and 5 dogs stayed at Happy Dog Days and loved every minute of it. The house was clean and had enough space for all of us to spread out. The separate dog area was great - and so was the paw-shaped pool! Only complaint was the lack of kitchen necessities - salt/pepper, paper/aluminum foil products, etc. It was not as well-stocked as some of the other properties in which we have stayed in the past.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you so much for your review of our property "Happy Dog Days." We appreciate your feedback. All of our properties start the season meeting or exceeding the standards set by our company. In saying that, there is a required items list that is checked prior to the season starting. Before the house is available for rent, the list must be checked off in it's entirety. Unfortunately, guests sometimes remove these items during their stay. I am sorry you were missing some necessities and had you called, I would have made sure that you received these items immediately. None of our homes have salt/pepper, paper products or aluminum foil in them prior to guest arrival. For hygiene and sanitary reasons, we do not provide these things and try hard to make sure that is clear in the prearrival information. We thank you again for your feedback and hope that we see you next year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Doggie paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 7 adults, 5 children, and 5 dogs stayed at Happy Dog Days and loved every minute of it. The house was clean and had enough space for all of us to spread out. The separate dog area was great - and so was the paw-shaped pool! Only complaint was the lack of kitchen necessities - salt/pepper, paper/aluminum foil products, etc. It was not as well-stocked as some of the other properties in which we have stayed in the past.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your review of our property "Happy Dog Days." We appreciate your feedback. All of our properties start the season meeting or exceeding the standards set by our company. In saying that, there is a required items list that is checked prior to the season starting. Before the house is available for rent, the list must be checked off in it's entirety. Unfortunately, guests sometimes remove these items during their stay. I am sorry you were missing some necessities and had you called, I would have made sure that you received these items immediately. None of our homes have salt/pepper, paper products or aluminum foil in them prior to guest arrival. For hygiene and sanitary reasons, we do not provide these things and try hard to make sure that is clear in the prearrival information. We thank you again for your feedback and hope that we see you next year!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Very nice house; terrible DSL internet

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, very clean, and comfortable and spacious. Terrible internet with very old DSL technology. When you’re steaming for TV bad quality. I would give 5 stars if not for internet.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2022
Thank you Lynne for your review. We have contacted our internet provider to have them come out and troubleshoot the connection and see if equipment upgrades are needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paws-ativly Perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Happy Dog Days is a wonderful beach house. It's location is perfect - near the pier, the ocean, shops, and in the nicest part of Nags Head. The house is decorated and furnished beautifully. It was sparkling clean when we arrived, and maintenance responded quickly to minor issues (eg. Light bulb replacement, fixed a fence latch), even coming on a Sunday when minor repairs are generally held until the next weekday. It was hands down the best vacation we've ever taken, and we will definitely be booking Happy Dogs Days again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
What a great review!!! We so appreciate you taking to time to let us know how your stay was at "Happy Dog Days", and are delighted that you had a great vacation and created some awesome memories. Hearing that your family truly enjoyed your stay is what we strive to achieve for all of our guests. Don't forget to call us here at Kitty Hawk Rentals the next time you are planning a trip to the Outer Banks and we can get you booked in Happy Dog Days again, or another one of our great properties.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paws-ativly Perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Happy Dog Days is a wonderful beach house. It's location is perfect - near the pier, the ocean, shops, and in the nicest part of Nags Head. The house is decorated and furnished beautifully. It was sparkling clean when we arrived, and maintenance responded quickly to minor issues (eg. Light bulb replacement, fixed a fence latch), even coming on a Sunday when minor repairs are generally held until the next weekday. It was hands down the best vacation we've ever taken, and we will definitely be booking Happy Dogs Days again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
What a great review!!! We so appreciate you taking to time to let us know how your stay was at "Happy Dog Days", and are delighted that you had a great vacation and created some awesome memories. Hearing that your family truly enjoyed your stay is what we strive to achieve for all of our guests. Don't forget to call us here at Kitty Hawk Rentals the next time you are planning a trip to the Outer Banks and we can get you booked in Happy Dog Days again, or another one of our great properties.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

September Beach Week with my Adult Kids

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my first stay in Nags Head. I have ben coming to the Banks since the seventies with multiple stays in Duck, Salvo and Buxton. Nags Head street noise was overwhelming over Labor Day weekend. On the positive side we were close to restaurants and stores. The house was okay and very close to the beach. The swimming pool was the big draw. Beautiful and framed by palm trees.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Douglas, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on Happy Dog Days. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our swimming pool and the picturesque setting surrounded by palm trees! Creating a relaxing and enjoyable environment for our guests is always our top priority. If you'd like some assistance in finding an alternative vacation property, please don't hesitate to reach out to our office. Our dedicated team is here to help you explore other options and ensure you have a fantastic vacation experience.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family vacation 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Happy Dog Days last year and had such a great time I reserved it for this year. A great home floor plan and great yard. Across the street from beach. This year when we arrived the pool was dirty and had to wipe down the table and counter. Not the owners fault, I have heard they have some house prep problems this year with getting people to work. People working rushing trying to keep up. Overall, a nice home and near alot to do.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thank you Belinda for your feedback. We appreciate your taking the time to do so, and for your understanding that we are truly in unprecedented times in regards to labor shortages. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time in Happy Dog Days and we look forward to having you back again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experience at this rental. It’s rare to find a rental that welcomes pets, let alone one that is centered around pets. We had a blast! Steps from the beach, we’ll-stocked rental. The backyard pool and dog-space was exceptional. The house was absolutely spotless, which is impressive given that it is pet-friendly. Rental company was responsive to maintenance concerns. Elevator was not working during our stay, but company communicated issues ahead of rental. Would 10/10 recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Megan, Delighted by your review of Happy Dog Days on the Outer Banks! We're thrilled you found the house spotless, even as a pet-friendly space. Your satisfaction is our priority
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Happy Dog Days Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great vacation but the house needs some serious cleaning. It was clean but needs to have a deep cleaning down. Air vent filters need to be changed, clean under beds, dusting, and removing pet hairs especially with it being a dog rental. The people before us left it in horrible condition and took the cleaning crew a long time to clean but still it is only surface clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

6th year staying

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We definitely enjoyed our time. The lawn was definitely in better shape than years past. They changed 2 chairs upstairs. Generally clean in the cottage. The place is dog friendly so I know it can get dirty but whomever stayed before had a fluffy dog, there were some bits of fluff left upstairs. My only concern was the chlorine in the hot tub was a little intense and broke my husband out. The pool could have been cleaner. Would stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2022
Thank you Jennifer for your review. We appreciate the feedback and our owner takes pride in the condition of the home so these items will be addressed. Since your stay a new pool company has been brought on board to ensure a better experience for our future guests. We hope you will be one!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dog house

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House in great location, close to beach, dog friendlyMaintenance calls were completed in a timely mannerDisappointed in things that were broken: microwave and second microwave barely worked; broken tile around pool; broken bunk bed. Sprinklers came on at very weird times, i.e 4pm-6pm. Couldn't enjoy back yard. More utensils for cooking would be great. Grass clippings in pool-would look for a new pool maintenance company or new ground crew.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2022
Thank you Christine for bringing these items to our attention. We appreciate guests that communicate any needs/concerns with us so that we can ensure existing and future visits are more than satisfactory! The owner of this magnificent home has had all of the items you reported taken care of.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Happy Dog Days and then some

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful, relaxing time in this house. The only issues we had were the fencing. When we arrived a board was missing from the fenced back yard. The pool guy next door thankfully fixed it but the gate itself fell apart. The aging of the fencing is showing in several places along with some of the slats on the porches.The tenanants before us failed to empty the doggie pick up bucket (not pleasant). Other than that we found the house in relatively good shape.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Vacation rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was amazing. I was a little concerned due to some of the previous. Reviews but I spoke with Susan and she ensured me all the issues were addressed. All the beds were comfortable and they just installed a new dish washer. The fenced inlet yard was a huge plus. Amazing views and a short walk to the beach. The owners heated the pool so we lucked out with good temps and we were able to use it. Are is awesome.. close to everything. Loved all the pup pictures through out the house. The house was clean and cozy. Hope to rent again soon. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy the area.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to share about Happy Dog Days! It sounds like you all really made the most of your vacation and enjoyed everything this lovely home has to offer. This is definitely a dog friendly rental - the fenced in backyard is great for peace of mind while on vacation! We would love to have you back for another memorable trip.
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