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Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!
Cottage with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Outer Banks Beaches
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Nags Head, NC
- Place, beach2 min walk
- Place, Jennette's Pier15 min walk
- Place, Nags Head Golf Links3 min drive
- Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!
Summary:
Vacation in simpler times with your pups.
The sound of the screen door closing behind you, the smell of the sea in the air and the vintage feel of old school Nags Head - if you've ever said, "remember when," then this 1950's cottage is for you! Renovated yet nostalgic and full of classic Nags Head charm, this is the well-appointed beach cottage you’ve been looking for.
A dog-friendly cottage with a studio layout, Kemp & Olive features a well-equipped kitchen, a flat screen TV, WiFi, cable, a shared washer & dryer, and a mini-split heating & air conditioning system for optimal temperature control. The outdoor area offers an outdoor shower, charcoal grill, an outdoor hose, and a backyard firepit – B.Y.O firewood and smores!! For your convenience, the cottage has a cart for hauling your beach gear to and from the sand.
Linens and cleaning are included in the rate. Linens are provided by an independent vendor (bed linens, bath towels, washcloths, sheets). Bed will be made when you arrive!
Our awesome caretakers, Mike and Lisa, live nearby and are as committed to your experience as we are.
Located on the beach road, the property is just a short walk away from a beautiful beach access over a natural dune on Grouse Street (see aerial photos above). One of two cottages onsite, Kemp and Olive is one of just a handful of cottage courts still in existence in Nags Head.
In addition to many local retail shops, fine and casual dining establishments and grocery stores, the cottage is also close to many great local attractions including the beautifully renovated Jennette's Pier (less than one mile away), the North Carolina Aquarium in Manteo, Jockey's Ridge, Tanger Outlet shopping, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Coquina Beach, and off-roading and fishing at Oregon Inlet.
There is a two-dog maximum, we do not allow cats, and we do not charge a pet fee. There is no smoking allowed in the cottage.
Thank you for considering Kemp & Olive Cottage!
What Our Past Guests Are Saying About Kemp & Olive:
When I opened the door, my heart fell in love – I really wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else!
Most perfect little vacation house! Everything you need to enjoy the Outer Banks!
Getting Around:
Closest airports RDU (Raleigh, Durham NC) and ORF (Norfolk VA). Car needed to best explore the area.
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Vacation in simpler times with your pups.
The sound of the screen door closing behind you, the smell of the sea in the air and the vintage feel of old school Nags Head - if you've ever said, "remember when," then this 1950's cottage is for you! Renovated yet nostalgic and full of classic Nags Head charm, this is the well-appointed beach cottage you’ve been looking for.
A dog-friendly cottage with a studio layout, Kemp & Olive features a well-equipped kitchen, a flat screen TV, WiFi, cable, a shared washer & dryer, and a mini-split heating & air conditioning system for optimal temperature control. The outdoor area offers an outdoor shower, charcoal grill, an outdoor hose, and a backyard firepit – B.Y.O firewood and smores!! For your convenience, the cottage has a cart for hauling your beach gear to and from the sand.
Linens and cleaning are included in the rate. Linens are provided by an independent vendor (bed linens, bath towels, washcloths, sheets). Bed will be made when you arrive!
Our awesome caretakers, Mike and Lisa, live nearby and are as committed to your experience as we are.
Located on the beach road, the property is just a short walk away from a beautiful beach access over a natural dune on Grouse Street (see aerial photos above). One of two cottages onsite, Kemp and Olive is one of just a handful of cottage courts still in existence in Nags Head.
In addition to many local retail shops, fine and casual dining establishments and grocery stores, the cottage is also close to many great local attractions including the beautifully renovated Jennette's Pier (less than one mile away), the North Carolina Aquarium in Manteo, Jockey's Ridge, Tanger Outlet shopping, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Coquina Beach, and off-roading and fishing at Oregon Inlet.
There is a two-dog maximum, we do not allow cats, and we do not charge a pet fee. There is no smoking allowed in the cottage.
Thank you for considering Kemp & Olive Cottage!
What Our Past Guests Are Saying About Kemp & Olive:
When I opened the door, my heart fell in love – I really wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else!
Most perfect little vacation house! Everything you need to enjoy the Outer Banks!
Getting Around:
Closest airports RDU (Raleigh, Durham NC) and ORF (Norfolk VA). Car needed to best explore the area.
If this listing isn’t quite what you’re searching for, we have others!
Looking for Oceanfront? Check these out!
https://www.vrbo.com/7371156ha - First Light @ PierView
https://www.vrbo.com/9951597ha - Shorely Goodness @ PierView (Pup-Friendly!)
https://www.vrbo.com/9541943ha - Shore Havin’ Fun @ PierView (Pup-Friendly!)
https://www.vrbo.com/3556876ha - Sweet Southern Pearl @ PierView
https://www.vrbo.com/3596756ha - The Paisley Marlin @ PierView
https://www.vrbo.com/9916335ha - PierView 306
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https://www.vrbo.com/9541943ha - Shore Havin’ Fun @ PierView
https://www.vrbo.com/4134034ha - Tandem Cottage
https://www.vrbo.com/4379339ha - Bankers Cottage
https://www.vrbo.com/3950965ha - Kemp & Olive Cottage
https://www.vrbo.com/9586478ha - Salt & Light @ Milepost 16
Need a cozy spot for one or two guests? Here they are!
https://www.vrbo.com/4379339ha - Bankers Cottage (Pup-Friendly!)
https://www.vrbo.com/3950965ha - Kemp & Olive Cottage (Pup-Friendly!)
https://www.vrbo.com/9586478ha - Salt & Light @ Milepost 16 (Pup-Friendly!)
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Free
Smoking
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Important information
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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
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Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Nags Head
Located in Nags Head, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Jennette's Pier.
Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting.
Nags Head, NC
What's nearby
- beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Jennette's Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 8 min walk
- KFC - 18 min walk
- Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
- The Dunes Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Sam & Omie's - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Amy Underwood
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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