Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand!
Summary: Take a step back in to simpler times. Your family and friends will love this 1950's Fisherman's cottage charmer - a little hidden gem in OBX! The property has been painstakingly renovated to bring back the good ol' days while providing guests with all the amenities of home.
We're dog friendly - WOOF! We do have a two dog maximum policy (no cats, please!), but no additional pet fees. Located across the street from a beach access, the two bedroom, one bath cottage sits on a semi-oceanfront lot. The building has been lifted so you can enjoy views of the sound, catch beautiful sunsets, and watch kite-boarders in the distance. Other property features include WIFI, flat screen TVs (3), a well-stocked kitchen, and a fire pit.
One of two cottages on site, the property is a part of one of the few cottage courts still existing in Nags Head.
Thank you for considering Tandem Cottage!
What Our Past Guests Are Saying About Tandem Cottage
Do yourselves a favor and book this one-of-a-kind beach cottage!
Cannot recommend this charming cottage enough - i'd go back in a second!
Absolutely adorable - the pictures don't do it justice
Guest Access: Guests are welcome to access all parts of the listing.
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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
On-site 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
About the area
Nags Head
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean Side Court, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting.
beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
First Flight Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 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
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Moon Beach Grill - 5 min drive
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 3 min drive
KFC - 17 min walk
Sam & Omie's - 13 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand!?
As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand! on 22 Aug 2026 start from AU$310, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tandem Cottage: Cozy Coastal Cottage, Short Walk to the Sand! located?
Located in Ocean Side Court, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Full Throttle Speedway and Outer Banks Beaches. Outlets Nags Head and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This cottage is in the perfect location! Right across the street from beach access and close to all the nice shops. It was pet friendly which was great! The host was amazing and continued to check in throughout our stay. We will definitely be booking another vacation here in the future.
Elizabeth A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you, Elizabeth! We are so happy to know that you enjoyed your stay at Tandem Cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and we would welcome you back anytime that your travels find you in the Outer Banks. Thanks for being our guest!
The check in process was very easy! The home was very neat and the perfect size for myself, my fiancée and our pup! Near all of our favorite obx spots too! We did have an issue with the air conditioner BUT Mike & Lisa responded and had the issue taken care of right away!! Awesome tenants!
Carliegh C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay at Tandem Cottage! We're thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay and that our caretakers were able to assist you when needed. Thanks for your review!
This was a clean and cozy little cottage. Very well taken care of,everything was great .Will be renting this again next year for our vacation, been coming to nags head for years,and this is by far the best home we have ever rented.mikeand lisa checked on us to see if we needed anything the day we checked in ,you don't get that from many property enwers or caretakeres
thomas h.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Hi Thomas! We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your stay at Tandem Cottage and we would certainly be grateful for the opportunity to host you again next year. Mike and Lisa really value our guests, as do we, and we appreciate you taking note of their efforts. Thanks again for being our guest!
This was a lovely place in a lovely location. I stayed at one of the "Just Coast" apartments, which are on the second floor with great light and air. There was a very easy check-in process, the recommendations for food made by the property owner were wonderful, you could walk across the street to the beach, or drive a few minutes to the National Seashore, there were lovely shops and food places nearby, but mostly the very laidback, relaxed, beautiful beachy atmosphere of both the rental and the location were wonderful. Can't wait to stay here again!
Amy P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Hi Amy,
Thanks so much for your review and for being our guest! We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay and we would be more than happy to host you again on your next trip to the OBX!
Tandem Cottage was overall a wonderful place to stay and might make it our go to spot for vacation. The place was very clean and updated. Amenities and supplies were plentiful! Definitely the spot to rent for small family getaways with your fur babies.
Nate I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2024
Thank you for your great feedback, Nate. We certainly hope to have you as our guests again on your next OBX trip!
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean and well-appointed. Perfect size for our group of three adults. From this location we were easily able to explore across the Outer Banks, from Roanoke to Corolla to Ocracoke.
Melanie K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Amy Underwood
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests