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Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views!

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Full-sized pool in private, fenced-in backyard.
Sea Salt Cottage is a spacious 3-bedroom 2 full bath home close to the beach.
The master bedroom is a cozy mid-century modern retreat.
Spot for lounging, reading or napping in the master on the comfortable couch.
Master has a private deck w/ access to pool. And mini fridge for cold drinks!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Outlets Nags Head
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (Primary bedroom)

1 King Bed

Bunkroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master/Primary Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Bathroom (same floor as queen and bunk bedrooms)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views!

* Our Summer 2025 Dates are Now Open! *

Sea Salt Cottage is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home and sleeps up to 8 guests. We are located at the 16.5 milepost in Nags Head, across the street from Jennette's Pier. You can walk over to the beach in a couple of minutes or drive over and park in the free parking lot if you prefer.

We hope you'll check us out and see why our guests come back year after year. Guests tell us they love the location of our home, truly steps away from the ocean and directly across the street from Jennette's Pier. They also love our spacious private pool in our relaxing backyard and the stunning sunsets they view off our top floor deck overlooking the Roanoke Sound.

We've owned Sea Salt Cottage since 2015 and improve upon the property each year. We view it as an extension of our own home and furnish it to make sure guests are comfortable and have everything they need for a memorable stay. Recent updates include a remodeled kitchen and all three bedrooms updated for maximum comfort and beachy, upscale mid-century vibes.

Other popular amenities at Sea Salt Cottage:

Experience exceptional decor that's as cozy and comfortable as it is magazine-worthy.

Linens and Towels included for the weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day at no additional charge. You'll walk in to the beds made and linens all ready for your week.

Please note: Ask us about linens for the other parts of the year. We offer information on how you can rent linens for your time if you'd prefer not to bring them with you.

We include beach towels, beach chairs and a beach cart with all rentals.

Sea Salt Cottage is also just two houses down from Whalebone Park - a large playground with fun equipment for children of all ages - and a volleyball area, picnic tables and a walking trail.

Details for our 3 bedroom layout:

The first floor Primary Bedroom is a spacious, mid-century modern private oasis equipped with a plush, king-sized bed (brand new mattress), full private bathroom, deck overlooking the backyard and a mini fridge for cold drinks on pool days. You'll enjoy drinking coffee on the swing located off the master bedroom deck - a great place to relax and watch the family enjoy the private backyard pool. There's also a sitting area with couch in the master bedroom for beach reading or watching TV.

The second bedroom is a Queen bedroom on the second floor.

The third bedroom is a bunkroom with one double and two bunked twin beds. This room is designed to comfortably accommodate adults and children alike.

All bedrooms are equipped with flat screen TVs and digital cable TV. You'll be fully connected with high-speed WiFi.

The living area provides plenty of seating and a large flatscreen TV. The large deck off the living area is a great place to sit in the evenings and enjoy the gorgeous sunset over the sound.

The beautifully renovated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and a full size dishwasher. There's a Keurig and traditional coffeemaker for coffee lovers! The dining area offers table seating and bar stools for more casual meals. You'll find the table a comfortable spot for playing games as well.

Two beach access points with lifeguard coverage in season are across the street and within 350 yards. One is at Jennette's Pier and one is on Gulfstream Drive.

Park your car and explore local spots during your vacation!

Other amenities within walking distance include:
- Sam & Omie's Restaurant
- Owen's Restaurant
- Dune Burger Hamburger Stand
- 7/11
- KFC/Taco Bell
- Cahoon's Supermarket
- Bike, walk and jog on the trail across the street on the beach road
- Super Wings for fun souvenirs
- Tanger Outlets - 1/2 mile away
- Manteo - 7 minutes away
- Jockey's Ridge - 7 minutes away
- Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 15 minutes away

Beach chairs, Beach cart, boogie boards and a grill are included. Cornhole and "Giant Jenga" included as well!

Home is a Saturday to Saturday rental during season (Mid May through September.)

To Reserve Home:
50% of total is collected at time of reservation. Remaining balance due 30 days prior to your stay. We REQUIRE a lease agreement to be signed via SignNow website and returned, along with a photo copy of a driver's license, to confirm identity of renters.

Property manager

Amy and Steve Sandoval

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
A lease agreement will be sent via SignNow to guest after reservation is accepted. Guest must sign/return the SignNow lease agreement in 48 hours.
Renter will be asked to provide a photo copy (via text or email) of their driver's license.
Read our Lease Agreement carefully as you are agreeing to ALL Terms and Conditions of the Lease Agreement.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Outlets Nags Head - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 1 min drive - 0.3 km
  • Full Throttle Speedway - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Pier&Beach, Large Private Pool, Cozy/Inviting Decor & Sound Views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Whalebone Junction and Outer Banks Beaches. Whalebone Junction Information Center and Outlets Nags Head are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful time in Nags Head! We were close to the beach and our kids loved the pool. The house has everything we needed for a fun family trip to the Outer Banks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Enjoyable Visit

It was our first time to the Outer Banks and we very much enjoyed ourselves. Amy was very helpful and congenial and the house was very convenient to all the sites. Our granddaughter appreciated the swimming pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Best beach cottage

Wonderful beach cottage for the beach enthusiast.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan K.

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

Perfect Location

We had a wonderful week at an awesome location. We have a newborn so being close to the pier was a HUGE perk as we were able to set up under the pier for shade on the beach. The home was as advertised and the owner was very diligent and communicative about any issue we had. Thanks so much for a wonderful first family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K., Eastern Shore Virginia

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

Lovely cottage conveniently located

Such a beautifully decorated and appointed place; the epitome of hospitality! We were so fortunate to nab a short stay at this cute place close to fishing spots and many of our favorite eateries. We hope to stay again sometime soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Shell Rock, Iowa

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

Perfect rental house for our family of 5

This was our first trip to the Outerbanks and this house made our trip even better. Great communication with the property owner, super easy check-in, decorated beautifully, and the best part was the private pool (we spent many hours in it during our week stay!).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Great place to stay!

House was decorated well and very comfortable. Great location and very convenient. Loved being so close to the beach and the pier. If I have any complaint it would be the businesses so close by but even that wasn't so bad. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Fishing Friends

Great place for friends that want to kick back, relax on the pier, catch fish and take a break from the everyday…..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja W., Davidsonville, Maryland

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

Peaceful at sea salt

Such a sweet place. no complaints here. close to everything and your pool is a life saver. My second visit great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Perfect location and beautiful home

This was our first time staying in the Outer Banks and we couldn’t have picked a better home. The location was near everything fun and the home was perfect for the 7 of us. We usually travel to different locations for vacations but if we ever stay in Nags Head again, we will be sure to ask Amy to have us back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

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

Great house/pool! Close to beach!

We had a great trip to Nags Head. Our first trip to the Outer Banks and we will be back. We traveled with children ages ranging from 2-7 and the pool was a huge hit but so were the bunk beds! The house was very accommodating for our family with (and also wonderful neighbors)! We walked to the beach a few times and made our way to the pier when it rained. We were very happy with our stay and would recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

Couldn't be happier!

This home had it all, down to the sound machines in each bedroom and the fridge to accommodate the pool drinks. Amy is wonderful and attentive. I would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

great time in Nags Head!

We had a wonderful stay in the Sea Salt Cottage! Amy was a wonderful host who was easy to get in touch with! The house was clean and was the perfect accommodations for our group of 3 adults and two children. The kids loved the bunk bed room. We enjoyed hopping from the pool to the beach and overall, had a great time! Thanks, Amy, for sharing your cottage with us for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

Kids loved the pool!

We had a great stay at your home. The master bed was very comfortable. The pool was great. The kids had a blast swimming, being Oct it was a of course a little cool for the adults! It would be nice if there were some shade options available behind the porch swing, or an umbrella by the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angie B., Mechanicsville, Virginia

Wonderful spot by the sea!

We enjoyed our time at Sea Salt and would highly recommend it to others. Our family of 4 was very comfortable and we even enjoyed having two cousins visit for a couple of days without feeling cramped. The pool was lovely and the kids were entertained for hours in the backyard. Near lots of local spots such as Jeanette's Pier, the Outlets and lots of activities for the whole family. Try the fried shrimp at Lone Basnight and get lunch at Kill Devil Grill and Blue Moon Cafe while in town!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Quiet, luxurious retreat at the beach!

My family and I absolutely loved our stay at Sea Salt Cottage. It was just the right size for us and was decorated so beautifully and had everything we needed. It was in a great location near many restaurants and close to tourist destinations like Roanoke Island. We enjoyed our relaxing stay and even got to catch a surf competition right across the street from the cottage. The cottage was extremely clean and well-maintained and Amy did a great job of thinking of everything we would need for an enjoyable stay. I am already planning my next trip back to Sea Salt Cottage!

6/10 Okay

Ashlee N.

Very cute house wIth a great pool.

The house was cute and the pool was nice. The yard needed cut and manicured but other than that was clean and perfect for the four of us. The location was nice and walking distance to come great restaurants, the park and Dune burgers for a quick and delicious lunch. Walking little ones to the beach wasn’t ideal with the roads but with the wagon made it ok. Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Cozy, relaxing, and fully-equipped home

We had a wonderful stay at Sea Salt to wrap up our summer. The house is so cozy, we truly felt at home. Kitchen is well-equipped, no need to bring a thing. A treat that linens and towels are provided! The pool was perfect for my five year old and the back porch furniture was nice to get out of the sun. We hope to be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Great Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at your lovely home. It is beautifully decorated and extremely functional. What we really liked the most is how we felt so comfortable. It is very walkable to the beach and the wagons were a huge help in lugging all of the beach gear. Thank you for supplying chairs and towels! This was our first visit to the Outer Banks and we truly loved it. We barely scratched the service in exploring the area and hope that we can return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Happy Times at Sea Salt

We enjoyed our stay in such a neat, clean house. It had everything we needed, but have to confess we didn’t cook. We enjoyed eating out too much. A special kudo to Grits Grill in Outer Banks Mall for fabulous grits and biscuits. Only negatives were waking up early (I’m a light sleeper) when garbage trucks came to the KFC and 7-11 nearby. Also the king bed’s mattress dips in the middle - probably time to replace it. All told, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

Family Vacation

First timers in OBX. House was amazing for 6 adults and 1 infant. Check in and out was easy. House was clean and pool was amazing. Steps from the beach and area was quiet. Owner supplies all the extra. Ex. Beach equipment, beach towels and so forth. Owner was easy to work with. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H., Seneca, PA

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

What A Place

We had a great time staying at Sea Salt. We had a 4, 10, and 11 year old with us, so the pool was a huge hit. We also frequented 7/11 for slushies. We did also do some touristy things, such as climbing the Bodie Island Lighthouse, visiting the Wright Brothers Memorial, watching the sunset at Jockey’s Ridge, and taking an airplane ride over the OBX. We had a great time and will definitely be back to the OBX!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fran M., Forest City, Pennsylvania

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

Girls trip

The property was perfect for our girls trip with 8 girls. Everyone had more than enough room and it was beautifully decorated! The pool area was great and it was a very easy walk across the street to the beach! Amy was a great host to work with and was available at all times to answer any questions! Unfortunately, Hurricane Dorian made us leave early, but we would not hesitate to rent this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melody B.

Terrific week (again)

This was our second visit to Sea Salt and it was great! The addition of the linen service was especially nice this year. It was so nice to arrive and not to have to make beds up and best part leaving without having to unmake them:) Amy is always so responsive to anything you may need. I highly recommend this house and the location is great! Easy walk to the beach and many restaurants. You can even walk to the outlets! We love it and will be back again.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Impeccable Stay at the Sea Salt Cottage

Our family had an amazing stay at the Sea Salt Cottage. Amy meticulously thought of everything to make the Sea Salt Cottage warm and cozy. The house was tastefully decorated creating a relaxing beach theme. The Sea Cottage was exceptionally clean and the kitchen was well equipped. The bunk bed room along with the pool and the porch swing was a big hit with our kids. The Sea Cottage was conveniently located right next to the beach and Jeanette's Pier. Overall, the Sea Salt Cottage felt like home which made it a memorable pleasant vacation for us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Amy and Steve Sandoval

Host profile image
We are The Sandovals and Sea Salt Cottage is our family Outer Banks beach home that we love sharing with you. My family has been coming to the Outer Banks since the mid 1980s and we wanted to continue this tradition with our daughter. My name is Amy and I am the property manager and your primary contact.

Why they chose this property

It's rare to find a 3 bedroom home on the Outer Banks that has a large private pool. You've found it! You will love the location of this home - a short walk to the beach and so many conveniences that will make your beach vacation easy and fun. You will also love the furnishings - everything is updated and comfortable. The master bedroom is huge and complete with a king bed. The rest of the family will be comfortable, too, in the queen bedroom and twin bedroom.

What makes this property unique

We love being able to park our car and walk to many of the activities we enjoy on the Outer Banks. Between the excellent restaurants, Jennette's Pier, close beach access and parks and other activities within walking distance, you can't go wrong with the location of this home.

Languages:

English