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Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews

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A two-story house with a covered deck and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A spacious living room with striped sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A living room with striped sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a staircase.
A living room with a striped sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A living room with a striped sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, a white console table with storage, and a mounted TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • 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
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 first floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 second floor

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 second floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 first floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 second floor jack and jill

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outside shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews

***Three Mermaids' Cottage***

Thank you for taking a look at what we have to offer!
We are currently booking for late August and the 2026 Fall season.
We would love to have your family stay in our cottage by the sea.


Quick info:
3 bedrooms (Queen, Queen, Twin Bunk)
2 baths + outside shower
2 story beach cottage
Sleeps 6 ****ONLY****


Updated calendar August 12.

Short stays are welcome during the Fall and Winter, with flexible check in days.

Cleaning fee included in rental amount.
Zero "Host Fee" or administrative fee
Linens provided (sheets and towels)
Keyless entry
Animals and smoking not allowed.
CHECK IN TIME 4:00PM, CHECK OUT BY 11:00AM.


Three Mermaids' Cottage is named for our daughters, and we are all about family! We are family owned and operated, a true mom and pop business. You will deal with us directly, not a realty company or property manager. We do our best to make sure everything is perfect for your stay. Our cottage is clean, well equipped and very nice. A true home away from home.
Please read our reviews and you will see many who truly enjoy our little piece of heaven by the sea.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!
You can find us East side between the highways in Nags Head at MP 10.5.
This has us centrally located, close to the beach, restaurants, shops, the YMCA, the new Dowdy Park, and a mile from the Nags Head Fishing Pier.
We are two short blocks away from the beach. It's a 3 minute walk with direct beach access at either end of the street.
We are a block from the grocery store as well, it doesn't get much better!

Sheets and towels are provided free of charge. You will find clean sheets along with 6 bath towel packages in the bedrooms. NOTE~~ beds will not be made, cleaning company has opted to have all linens in sealed plastic to ensure cleanliness.

We are always updating and upgrading. We have modern amenities but still retain the homey "cottage by the sea" feel.

The kitchen is well equipped. It has plenty of dishes, glassware, pots and pans, and small appliances. Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing pods, hand soap, trash bags, & coffee filters are stocked for you. The breakfast nook seats 6, and is the perfect place for cozy family meals, game playing and enjoying time together.

The main living area is tastefully decorated, with new furniture, and custom touches and artwork throughout. We have a 55" smart TV. Those with a Netflix account can log in to watch your favorite shows.

Bedroom 1, first floor, Queen bed, TV and nice size closet. It connects to the first floor bathroom.
Bedroom 2, second floor, (bunk room) 2 singles, great for the kids, they love the bunk beds. The bunk room connects to a Jack and Jill bath.
Bedroom 3, second floor, Queen bed, has a TV & a large closet. There's also a sitting nook attached, perfect for curling up with a good book. This bedroom also connects to the Jack and Jill bath.
The loft area is added space for the kids to enjoy board games, or if you need a quiet space to simply chill out, or work (if you must). We have Spectrum TV internet service.

We have a mud room on the ground floor, with a full-sized washer and dryer. Also in the mud room, you'll find a closet with beach equipment for our guests. We have beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler, corn hole, some sand toys and other fun games. Lastly there's a wagon to haul it all to the beach.

Outside, you'll find two decks, one is covered and shady for relaxing after a day in the sun, or if you are a sun worshiper, the upper deck is complete with table and chairs for al fresco dining. Our back yard is spacious, flat, and fenced in for security and added privacy. It's perfect for cornhole, playing horseshoes, bocce ball or whatever outdoor games your family may enjoy.

Lastly, we have a keyless entry, nice outdoor shower, a swing, a gas grill, and picnic table.

****Please make sure you read and understand all aspects of our rental agreement and house rules. Specifically, our occupancy limit and penalties for noncompliance, hurricane policy, and the "no animals allowed" rule. We are true animal lovers, but sadly we have family members that are highly allergic. There are many pet friendly homes along the Outer Banks. We would be more than happy to recommend some to you so you can bring your furry family member along without any worries.
Thanks for understanding. Any questions? Feel free to ask! We are happy to help.

After being guests ourselves for many years, we strive to make this house our, and your home away from home. We have put a lot of thought and care into making it a nice, clean, organized, safe environment for everyone. After all, it's about family and friends, spending time together with the ones you love, and making memories that last a lifetime!!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No refunds, you should buy individual trip insurance for weather issues including flooding of road/yard/driveway. Also includes hurricane evacuations.
No pets, smoking, or parties. No one underage permitted to book or stay without adults. When booking, proof of identity showing birthdate is required.
Please read the complete list of house rules when booking. Make sure our house is a good fit for you. Any questions? Please ask.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 614898vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. OBX Laser Tag and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf. Paradise Fun Park and Dare County Arts Council are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Seaside Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nags Head Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kill Devil Hills Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Seafood & Steak House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nags Head Beach and Nags Head Fishing Pier. Seaside Art Gallery and OBX Laser Tag are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Thank you! Hope you visit again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described super clean and the host was very attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
thank you for the review! You were super guests and hope you stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I very much enjoyed the stay, we had a great experience, thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Very nice to read that you had a great experience at Three Mermaids' Cottage. Thank YOU for choosing us!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach home. Beautifully decorated and quick walk to beach, shopping, etc. everything you need. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
I love our repeat guests!!! Thank you for wanting to return and taking a minute to write a review. We are so thrilled and proud that we have happy guests!! Enjoy the rest of the summer!! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, house and experience. The house is well maintained, very clean, and at walking distance to the beach and restaurants. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
So glad to hear you enjoyed all we have to offer!! Happy to hear you feel comfortable enough to return in the future!! Thank you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were prompt on information exchanges. Everything was well organized and stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thanks for reviewing our property!! You are welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was fantastic. Cindy was easy to work with. The house was great for us. The interior was very nice and clearly shows that the owners take very good care of it. Can’t think of a single complaint. The house itself is two blocks from the beach entrance. About a five minute walk or a minute golf cart ride if you rent one (plenty of parking for the golf cart at the beach entrance). Great beach weather week as well. Walking distance to Food Lion, Tortugas Lie (the best restaurant in the Outer Banks), and others things. As long as you don’t need to be right on the beach, this house is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Five star review and guests!!! Thank you for pointing out that our place is well taken care of and clean. Not your typical beach rental. We truly appreciate you taking the time to post your review. We are so happy that you had the best vacation!!! Thank you!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was absolutely perfect and exceeded our expectations. Owners were in constant contact and were a delight! I would highly recommend this property to any prospective renters. We went as a girls getaway and had a wonderful time. House is decorated beautifully and included everything needed for a comfortable stay. The owners had every small detail, down to beach themed hand soap, spot on. Walking distance to Food Lion and only a few blocks from the beach. Will definitely be booking again for this beautiful home!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
What a wonderful review!! Thank you so much for taking time to write all the good points about our place. We truly love it and try to make it comfortable for our guests. We look forward to having you and the girls back again in the future!! Thanks again for choosing Three Mermaids!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean & organized cottage close to everything!The owners thought of everything from the towel holders outside, to the perfect kitchen, to new bbq grill & details all throughout home, would def stay here again, revommend to anyone searching.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our trip was scheduled for 2 brothers and their wives. Unfortunately, two days before check-in, my mother-in-law passed away and my wife and I were unable to travel to the Outer Banks. We had wonderful communication with Cindy both before and after Mom's passing. The remainder of our review is from the information given to us by our brother and sister-in-law. They also reported that they had talked with Cindy and that the house was wonderful and very nicely decorated. It was very clean and they enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
I'm so sorry that unfortunate circumstances prevented you from enjoying our Little bit of serenity on the Outer Banks. I'm glad that your brother and his wife had a pleasant time. Thank you so much for taking time to write a review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

June 2025 Stay

Great experience, convenient to beach and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent break

Fantastic stay away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Thank you Wyatt!! Hope you can visit again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stress getaway

Had a fantastic time. We enjoyed the home and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2024
Yay!! We welcome you back any time Kelly!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Loved the house ,warming ,welcoming ,great location ,will definitely come back ,thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Hi Igor! Thank you for the review! Hopefully you can return in the future and stay a little longer! My best, Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay!

House and location was excellent!!! Will come back on next trip to OBX. Owner was super helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
You are welcome any time! Glad to have you! Thanks for the 5 stars!! Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family.

Perfect for a family. Beautiful house in walking distance to the beach and grocery store. Has everything you need for a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Hi Mary, Thank you so much for the 5 star review, we hope "yinz" will return in the future! ;) Only in da burg!! LOL
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Property is beautiful, comfortable, well equipped and close to everything. Easy walk to the beach. Beach was not crowded. Able to walk to many things and short drive to shopping, restaurants, Wright brothers museum and other activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2025
Hi Kara! Thank you for the 5 star review! Glad you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Hope you can come back again in the future! You were a five star guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Three Mermaids! This was our third time at the property and it was just as wonderful as the first two. Cindy is great to work with! The property is not only in the perfect location, but the house amenities are just what we needed for our family, which includes three kids under 10. I cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
Hi there!! We would love to have you any time, you are perfect guests! Repeat guests mean we are doing things right!! Thank you for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay in a beautiful home

Great location, beautiful decorated home just as described, great communication with owners. Look forward to a future stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2024
Hi Heather, Thank you for the perfect review! We hope you can come back for a future stay as well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet cottage, perfect for families.

Our stay at The 3 Mermaids Cottage was exactly what we had hoped for! Beautiful weather and peaceful, quiet neighborhood! Cottage was perfect and host was so thoughtful and considerate!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2024
Thank you so much Rosa! It's nice to hear the weather was great and you had a wonderful time! We hope you can visit again in the future! Thanks for choosing us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

My family and I had a wonderful stay here! Jim & Cindy were amazing hosts and communication was clear, especially through a rebooking due to a tropical storm delaying our trip and prepping for check in. This was our first time to the area and they were helpful with suggestions to enjoy our visit! Would definitely stay with them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2024
Thank you Heidi! We would definitely enjoy having you back again. Glad we were able to find a date for your first OBX trip! We love offering suggestions for things to see and do! Hope you visit again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place

Nice place for a beach trip. As advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Thank you! We hope you can come back again some time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome!

We had a wonderful stay. Their home is welcoming and comfortable. We'd love the opportunity to stay again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Hey there Donna! So happy you liked the cottage, and would consider coming back! We would love to have you stay with us again! Please keep in touch! Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Weekend at the Beach Ever!!

The room we rented was beautifully decorated, very comfortable for fun and laughter and perfect distance to the beach. We will definitely be returning if we can get a booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

Very impressed with Cindy & her professionalism, hospitality and flexibility. We loved the cute house. It has a lot of charm and warmth to it. 2 blocks from the beach which is also great. Enjoyed our stay to the max. cheers
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Hi Ashish! You are so kind! Thank you for the favorable remarks! We do try to have everything perfect and try to be as accommodating as possible. We hope you visit again someday! Best, Cindy

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Cindy Levo

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We have been drawn to the coast since we were both young. As a child my parents always took my family to vacation at the shore. My husband has been coming to the coast since his high school days. We fell in love with the peacefulness and charm of the Outer Banks 35 years ago. It reminded us of a quaint beach town from bygone years. We breathe easier knowing it will never be overrun with high rise buildings, and neon signs. We have been vacationing here with our three daughters for those 35 years. It has become a family tradition for us. Now it is time to expand, and share this tradition with our grandchildren. We have created many memories here throughout the years. We have tried to teach our daughters about the importance of the conservation of the coast and ocean, from the preservation of the wild horses that roam the OBX, to the salvation of the sea turtles. We now hope to educate our grandchildren to respect this planet and it's creatures for future generations to enjoy. We hope to create new memories with our family and friends, and hope that you will do the same.

Why they chose this property

We love this area of Nags Head, it has that quiet, neighborhood feel. The location is perfect. It's two blocks to the beach, and one block to the grocery store. (Food Lion) It's close to the Nags Head bike path, and we enjoy riding our bikes as often as we can. There is a beach rental shop a mile north of us for anyone interested in renting bikes, kayaks, etc, anything you would need. My husband can enjoy fishing from the shore, or from the Nags Head Pier which is a mile south. He can golf at the many golf courses in the area. I can walk to the galleries and quaint shops. Sea Green Gallery is a favorite, along with Something Fishy. Gallery Row is also a few blocks away. There are some very good restaurants that are within walking distance also, one of our favorites is the Red Drum Tap House. Tortugas Lie is located nearby, and Lucky 12 Sports Bar is 1.5 miles away. A coffee shop is right up the street offering flavored coffees, cappuccinos, and pastries. Everything is within close proximity but it doesn't feel crowded. Directly across the street is a wooded area allowing privacy and not giving you the feeling of 'living in a fish bowl'. Honestly, the location can't be beat, no busy highways to cross, no traffic to fight. You wouldn't have to move your car once parked. The new Dowdy Park is just two blocks away, there you will find a great playground for the kids, and enjoy family friendly events all summer long. Take time to walk around the neighborhood, and enjoy all that Nags Head has to offer!

What makes this property unique

We think the house itself is unique. The minute we walked in, we saw the potential. We knew with hard work and determination we could turn this house into a charming, cozy, comfortable space. We love the salt box style. The openness of the main floor, with the vaulted ceiling and balcony, gave the home style and character. We also love the fact that it has areas that offer a tranquil setting, the breakfast nook, the balcony area, and the sitting room in the master bedroom. The house is bright and open, and truly has the beach cottage feel. We have done a significant amount of work to the cottage and hope to update something every year. Three Mermaids Cottage also has a Facebook page, like us on Facebook and see the transformation, many before and after pictures are listed there.

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