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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
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Pool
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Kitty Hawk, NC
Kitty Hawk Beach
Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
3 min walk
Sea Scape Golf Links
Place, Sea Scape Golf Links
6 min walk
Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve
Place, Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve
18 min walk
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
38 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Mid-Level Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds, shares Jack and Jill
2 Single Bunk Beds
Mid-Level King Bedroom, shares Jack and Jill Bathroom
1 King Bed
Mid-Level King Bedroom with Private Bathroom
1 King Bed
Top-Level King Bedroom with Private Bathroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Mid-Level Private Bathroom in King Bedroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Mid-Level Shared Jack and Jill Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Top-Level Private Bathroom in King Bedroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk
No Salty Sailors here at this beach cottage in Kitty Hawk complete with your own private pool and hot tub. Two mid level bedrooms have decks and partial ocean views. Distinctive appointments include hardwood in the top level great room, kitchen with granite countertops, ceramic tile in the baths and fresh new soft carpet in the bedrooms. Beautifully selected interior and exterior furnishings make this the cutest beach cottage this side of the Atlantic!
Two king masters offer adults the privacy of their own bathroom. Smart TV's are placed throughout the house for everyone to have access to their streaming accounts and movies. The ground level rec room has a pool table and wet bar, with access to the patio leading to the pool area. Located in Kitty Hawk, between the highways, this spot is great for walking, jogging, biking, and enjoying a time gone by in quiet, quaint Kitty Hawk beach. “The Salty Sailor” is at the north end of Kitty Hawk, with easy access and a short drive to groceries, shopping and restaurants.
Top-Level: Living Room with Smart TV, Blu-Ray Player, Sound Bar, and Deck Access; Dining Room with Table (seats 8); Kitchen with Bar (seats 4), Blender, Coffee Maker (Drip & Keurig), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Stove, Refrigerator, Toaster, Pots, Pans, Dishes, and Cooking Essentials; King Master Bedroom with Attached Full Bathroom with 2 Sink Vanity; Hall Half Bathroom.
Mid-Level: King Master Bedroom with Smart TV, Deck Access, and Attached Full Bathroom; King Bedroom with Smart TV and Deck Access, shares Jack and Jill Full Bathroom with 2 Sink Vanity with Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds with TV and DVD Player.
Ground-Level: Rec Room with Smart TV, Pool Table, and Wet Bar (refrigerator and sink); Hall Half Bathroom; Laundry Room.
Extras: 2026 Beach Gear Credit, Basketball Goal, Cornhole Boards, Distance to the Beach: 750 ft., Grill (Gas), Hot Tub (seats 6), Keyless Entry, Milepost: 2.5, No Smoking, Parking: 4 Cars, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Private Pool (12 x 24), WiFi.
Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open starting the first weekend in May through the second weekend in October. Pool heat is not an option for this property. Hot tubs are available year-round. Gas fireplaces are shut down from May 15 until September 15. This property provides a $250 credit toward beach gear delivered to your rental property. *Delivery fees may apply.* Offer only good for full weeks booked with check-ins beginning between May 22, 2026 and September 6, 2026.
All Outer Banks Blue vacation rentals include bed linens, with beds made prior to your arrival for convenience. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant, and 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per sink. Kitchens include drying towels. We also provide a starter supply of paper towels, dishwashing detergent, and toilet paper.
Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.
Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.
The use of the property is restricted to use by You and Your family, unless it is agreed upon, in writing, to occupancy by a non-family group. A “family” means parents, grandparents, children, and extended family members vacationing at the property. For example, the use of the property by fraternities, sororities, groups under the age of 24, or unrelated groups is prohibited.
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Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.
Bed linens and bath towels are included. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels.
Please note: Additional convenience and cleaning items are not guaranteed, we recommend bringing any essentials you may need for a comfortable stay.
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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
Kitty Hawk
Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near the beach. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monument to a Century of Flight and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Children at Play Museum and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Monument to a Century of Flight - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Kitty Hawk Pier - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 3 min drive
Cosmos Pizzeria - 3 min drive
Shore Coffee Roasters - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk on 16 May 2026 start from AU$401, 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.
How much is parking at The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Salty Sailor | 785 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Kitty Hawk located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitty Hawk Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Sea Scape Golf Links and Aycock Brown Welcome Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Kristel,
Thanks for sending in a review. Sometimes two words says it all. We look forward to having you back again soon on the Outer Banks and to Outer Banks Blue!
Katie, we are pleased to hear that you had a great time at The Salty Sailor! We hope that you will choose to stay with Outer Banks Blue again in the future!
We had a very nice stay. Weather could have been nicer 😁....a cutting board needs to b added to the kitchen
Sue F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Hi Sue, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review. We are so pleased you had a very nice stay! Sorry the weather wasn't the best and we can see if we can't get a cutting board for next time! We hope we can help you again!
The house was beautiful located a perfect distance from the beach and ocean. Having a pool to enjoy after a day at the beach was so nice. We were close to all of the areas that we have come to love since coming to the Outer Banks. The check in and check out procedures were so easy. Vacations are meant to be stress free, fun and memory building - our stay at the Salty Sailor checked all of my boxes.
Debra G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Debbie,
What a great review. We appreciate the nice comments and the 5-Stars. We look forward to serving you and your family again soon!
It was the most relaxing vacation and being able to stay in a place that felt like home was unmatched. Will be back again
Caitlyn W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2023
Caitlyn,
Thank you for taking the time to give your thoughts about "The Salty Sailor." We are so glad to read your positive comments and glad you enjoyed your stay with Outer Banks Blue. Come back again soon!
The place was clean and a super short walk to the beach. Everything was as advertised. We couldn’t be happier.
Alexander C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2020
Alexander, it's great to hear that everything matched or exceeded your expectations! We hope that you will continue to use Outer Banks Blue in the future and that you have a great day!
The home was extremely clean and comfortable. Very quick access to the beach… walkable less than a quarter mile to public access. Multiple grocery stores within a couple minutes… and easy access to restaurants, putt putt, ice cream, and WRV surf shop right across the street.
Morgan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Morgan,
Thank you for your review of "The Salty Sailor." One of our favorite properties and we are glad it is one of your favorites now as well. We appreciate the tips you left for future guests who will appreciate your insight as they make this property a choice for their next vacation.
My husband and I along with our two friends total enjoyed the house, pool and hot tub. The size was perfect, not too big for the 4 of us. Location was great for walking and beach super close,. Couldn't have asked for more.
Randi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2021
Randi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that you and your group enjoyed the property and your vacation on the OBX. The Salty Sailor is in such a great location! Thank you for choosing Blue, we hope to see you again!
My family loved this property. On a quiet street, about 3 minutes walk to the beach. There was plenty of room, and the house has a great layout. House was spotless and well maintained. Pool and hot tub were sparkling clean. Highly recommended!
Mandy W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Hi Mandy thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us!
This house was the coolest house ever, we had the best time and really enjoyed every moment. The views from the decks, the hotub and pool, the lounging areas were all better than pictured. I wish i didnt ever have to leave.
A great place for a family to sit back and relax. The worse part was having to carry everything up top at check in and out but thats typical in OBX. Great times were had.
Chris K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2024
Chris,
What a nice review. Thank you for taking the time to let future guests know about this gem of a property. We appreciate your insight and the fact you had a great stay! Please come again soon.
Wonderful first experience renting a home..y'all spoiled us. We'll be doing this again soon.
Andrew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2022
Andrew, thank you for writing us a review! We're thrilled that you had a great stay at The Salty Sailor, that property is incredible. Thank you for trusting and choosing Blue for your first vacation rental, please come back and see us!
Great house, lovely weather, everything was awesome, Except for the washer(laundry); It took forever to spin the loads dry enough to put in the dryer. Maybe a drain issue??
Miriam E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Miriam,
We are glad you had an awesome stay. We apologize for the "Esh" on the washer. We will be sure to take a look at the machine and get things corrected for future guests.
The house was very nice. We did have one disappointing item. The hot tub had a very old and heavy cover. The cover lifts were broken and being senior citizens it was very hard to use the hot tub. I badly bruised my leg trying to get one side on by myself.
Jim P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
Jim,
We apologize that the hot tub cover was awkward for you and it made for a less than perfect stay. As you know this property is very well cared for and the property owner has been advised of your feedback. We are sure this situation will be addressed quickly.
Please come back again soon!
Fantastic! Beautiful place....very close to the beach!
This place is lovely. It has everything you need, except for some beach gear like chairs and umbrellas, but we rented some from a local vendor which was very inexpensive who delivered them and picked them up at the end of our stay. The house is very clean and decorated nicely. I would say beachy yet classy. Had plenty of rooms and bathrooms which was nice for entertaining. The pool and hut tub were a treat and the beach is gorgeous. Clean brown sand and blue green water. We loved it! We had the best pizza we've ever had (and that is saying a LOT) in a little nearby town called Corolla, called Corolla Pizza & Deli appropriately. And I also bought the BEST taffy I've ever tasted, also saying a LOT, at a place called the Sugar Kingdom...there are lots of locations you can't miss. I brought like 10 pounds of it home with me. The area seems family oriented and has a relaxing vibe, but there was plenty of good restaurants and several larger towns nearby that had tons of shopping and restaurants. We had a great time and would definitely stay here again.
Scott M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
Hi Scott, thank you so much for your kind words about Salty Sailor! It sounds like you found the best food joints in town! We are so happy you had such a pleasant vacation, and thank you for choosing Outer Banks Blue!
We were a party of three adult couples and two children. Positives~ adult bedrooms all have king sized beds, TVs in all the rooms, refrigerators upstairs and downstairs, beach very close, pool and hot tub were both on the small size, but ok for young children, grocery store close, quiet street at night.
Negatives~ For heaven sakes it is a beach house and you have to rent beach towels? The sheets on the upstairs bed were not the correct size so they pulled off every night, the two extra pillows did not come with pillow cases?!?! For guests who are flying to the outer banks just wondering how much stuff one can be expected to bring! Each person gets one cheap bath towel, hand towel and wash cloth. Put some money into decent towels and sheets! In the kitchen there were two potholders, and one cup towel. We were cooking three meals a day for eight people! We went through an amazing amount of paper towels!
Good to know~ There are absolutely no amenities like dish soap, toilet paper(even to get you started) dishwasher soap, foil, plastic wrap etc. Fortunately one of the families had driven to the house so they were able to take the extra stuff with them.
I paid the entire amount due on time and then realized that we would need beach towels so I ordered them and because we were within the 30 days prior to arrival a nasty threatening email was generated stating that if I did not pay the 33$ by 5pm my entire reservation would be canceled! I was so panicked because I had no idea that would happen. I needed to return a form to them so they could charge my card. fortunately I was able to get ahold of someone on a sunday and was told "oh that was auto-generated" Most certainly a rude way to deal with people.
I also learned that by renting through VRBO I paid more than if I had just rented through the realtor who manages this listing. We were all under the impression that the point of VRBO was that you were dealing with the owners. Learned something there.
If you are flying into this vacation you will need to rent beach chairs, umbrellas, and a little cart to drag it all to the beach. The company that rents the stuff delivers it and picks it up, super easy!
The water here is not super warm, not as cold as it is in Monterey, but not super inviting.
Fireworks were awesome! You could see the Kitty Hawk pier fireworks from the balcony of the house! Plus lots of neighbors had spent a fortune on fireworks!
This is a good basic beach house.
Kayleen l.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Kayleen,
We appreciate the 5-Star review, but we are not aware of any vacation rental property that provides beach towels at no charge with the rental. Blue does provide bath towels, but beach towels are typically purchased. We do offer 6 beach towels for rent for the week for $10 and the program has been very popular. We regret this program which is meant as a cost saver for you was interpreted otherwise.
Great house for a family getaway with grandparents. We all had plenty of room and quiet for baby/kids to sleep.
Close enough to walk to beach with small kids. Love love love there are no condo/apartment high rises in the area.
Lindsey H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Lindsey,
Thanks for your comments. Come back again soon!
This property was ideal for our extended family! All the ages had a really good time for everything that was offered. The pool and the hot tub and the pool table went over very big for everyone. It was really nice also having the walk to the beach so close. The house also was stocked with everything we needed!
David D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
David,
Thanks for your review. One of our favorite houses and we are glad you agree.
Amazing hidden gem property with all that you need to enjoy an extended family vacation!!!
We really enjoyed this property. It had everything you needed to enjoy a peaceful and quiet family vacation. The property is very clean and the kitchen is stocked with all your supplies. The basketball hoop and pool table were icing on the cake for my boys. They played everyday. This is definitely a house we would rent again.
House was gorgeous. A bit farther from the beach and unusual that nothing was left behind in regards to any trash bags, cleaning items, etc that I am used to at many other rental homes. Our teen boys had a blast. We knew the pool was closed but they opened it and began cleaning a day before we left which only teased us all. Wish they had waited until we left. Kitchen was very well stocked! Quiet neighborhood with friendly folks!
The house is perfect! Only a few years old, was super clean and nice- very well-thought-out design. As a sailor, my wife and I loved the theme and the decorating. Perfect spot, one block off the beach, in a very nice, quiet neighborhood. Great view of ocean and surrounding area from the 3rd floor deck (looks over many of the houses as most are 2-stories.) Pool was very nice, and clean, same for hot tub. Since only two of us, we only used the 3rd floor master bedroom/bath and bed was comfy, good hot shower, etc. A great layout throughout. Beautiful kitchen open to entire 3rd floor living area. Multiple decks. Quality furnishings throughout. Fun to have a pool table to fill in some down time too. Rental seems to be a bargain for what you get. We liked it so much we've already booked it next year. Looking forward to sharing it with family/friends next time. Thanks for sharing your beach house with us!
Jim F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2021
Thank you so much Jim for sharing your experience with us. We couldn't be happier that you and your wife had a great time and enjoyed the property. I agree, the views from that top-level deck are breathtaking! Thank you for choosing Blue, we can't wait to see you next year!
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Outer Banks Blue is a family-owned and operated rental management company that maintains 250+ properties from Nags Head to Corolla. Our team of experienced professionals has been providing competent and personalized service to our guests since 2005.
Please note: All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent. Kitchens are fully equipped with dishes, glasses, cookware and utensils, but be advised no spices, coffee, or coffee filters are included with the rental. Additional conveniences, cleaning items, and kitchen goods are not guaranteed.
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