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Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch!

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Front Exterior
Fully renovated kitchen
Laminate flooring
Large TV and WiFi
Kitchen table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Salvo, NC
  • Place, Salvo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodanthe Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch!

Fully renovated, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath ocean side beach cottage in Salvo, Hatteras Colony, Outer Banks, N.C. Bedrooms: Master - Queen Bed w flat screen Roku TV, 2nd - Queen Bed w flat screen Roku TV, 3rd - Pyramid Bunk with double on bottom and single on top w flat screen Roku TV. Sheets Provided! 2 Full baths: 1st in master w shower, 2nd in hall with tub/shower combo and hose shower head. Updated kitchen with fully loaded inventory. Open concept living/dining room. Living room has a large 55" Roku TV. Books, board games, and throw blankets are there for you to enjoy. Washer/dryer. Enjoy the WiFi, outdoor shower, 5 person hot tub, 2 screened in porches, 2 level sun decks. Walk over the dunes to the beach or drive minutes to the sound side for wind surfing, paddle boarding, jet skiing, etc. Walk 3 blocks to ice cream shop. Linens included (not towels). Keurig and drip coffee makers, toaster, microwave, blender, hand mixer all available for your use.

Huge double lot with private grilling station and picnic table area. Great sandbar right in front of house for those who like to surf!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs under 3 years must be crated. Pet deposit req
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs allowed! Dogs under 3 years must be crated at night and if left alone. $150. non-refundable pet deposit required.
Please provide type, breed, weight, age and name of pet on reservation request. Owners have the right to refuse reservation. We love dogs!

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salvo

Located in Salvo, this holiday home is near the beach. Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum and Studio 12 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports. Travelling with kids? Consider Hatteras Island Boardsports and Avon Fishing Pier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Salvo, NC

What's nearby

  • Salvo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rodanthe Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Rodanthe Pier - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 27 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Watermen's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hatteras Bowls - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lisa's Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch!?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch! located?

This family-friendly Salvo holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Salvo Beach and beach. Rodanthe Pier and Rodanthe Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! Great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is exactly what is says it is! It is perfect for a family that wants to enjoy a quiet vacation with easy beach access. This was our second year staying here and we love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Perfect

This house was perfect for us. The kids loved being so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Noice place. Good vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

A wonderful getaway

We stated a week at the captains watch. The house was so well laid out for our group of 5. The kitchen is fully stocked which is always nice. The walk to the beach was so short. We had a great time! It was our first time staying in salvo and we were already talking about next year on our way home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
There were a couple of minor issues, but it was okay overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Captains Watch Salvo

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and comfortable. Great Hatteras Island vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Stay for Humans and Canines!

We enjoyed our stay! Great Location!!Thank you for being Pet Friendly. We were able to go Paddle Boarding with our dogs at the near by Sound Side Beach. As well as day visits to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great week

Lovely home, lovely location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

Relaxing, peaceful, friendly, amazing. We had the best time here! Adorable, hidden gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha E.

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

Fantastic Find

Our Girls' Beach Week was fabulous. This cottage was so comfy and clean. The outdoor seating and hot tub are a plus. Quick walk to the beach and close to the Tri-villages restaurants and shops. The host family are wonderful to communicate with. We will stay again 💕
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Paradise

This wonderful cottage has all a family needs to relax and feel at home. The hot tub was an added bonus, as was the extremely well equipped kitchen. The outside shower and top deck were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danette B.

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

Relaxing time away

This property was just the right size for meeting the needs of a small family. The walk to the beach is 5 minutes making it easy to enjoy sunrise on the beach every morning. We enjoyed the added amenities of having a hot tub and screened porch for relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Great

Just what we needed. Very close to the beach access. Just a short drive from all the big attractions, but far enough away that you aren’t surrounded with people. Property owner answered any and all questions and was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Relaxing and convenient getaway!

The Captain's Watch was perfect for our getaway with family and friends! We loved the quiet neighborhood with close beach access. Being able to walk to the ice cream shop was a big plus for everyone in our group! This home was clean and comfortable, and the kitchen had all the utensils and appliances we needed to cook meals on a few nights. Would highly recommend this host and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

A Gem

Captain's Watch exceeded our expectations. The place was beautiful and convenient. The uncrowded each was worth every step of the walk over the dunes. A definite re-booking is in order.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great stay in this house! The yard is PERFECT for dogs and kids, and there was no dog poop in the yard when we showed up which is a plus. Beautiful screened in porch, although like another review mentioned the floorboards have gaps in them so mosquitos etc can easily get in that way. Didn’t bother us since it hadn’t stormed recently so it wasn’t buggy. The decks are AMAZING and in great shape! Not full of splinters like some of the decks we’ve had in the past. The inside is cute, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Recently updated kitchen. The only two issues we had were ants and the mildew smell. My kids called this rental “The Ant House” because they were EVERYWHERE. We had to keep all food (even dog food) in the fridge, and bleach wipe all surfaces daily. This helped to keep the ants to a minimum, but by no means eradicated them. So. Many. Ants. I know ants are part of the whole beach experience, but I think the house needs an exterminator/pest person. Secondly, we walked into this rental and it was like being hit in the face with smell- terrible heavy mildew smell. I was very surprised only one other review mentioned this issue. We ran the dehumidifier constantly and it helped a little? But not much. When we got home yesterday all of our items (kid’s stuffed animals, blankets, clothing, etc) smelled like mildew. That was the only real issue we had! The house is very cute and close to the beach which was very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa E.

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

Sunrise, sunburn, sunset, repeat

1st time staying at this property and won’t be our last! Perfect size for our family of four, outdoor shower absolute necessity for beach, hot tub & rooftop deck amazing to relax & enjoy the stars & sunsets every night! 5-7 minute walk to toes in the water for our youngest (7 yr. old) while carrying a few sand toys over the beautiful sand dunes. Such amazing sunrises!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Location was great, beach 400 steps from the house. Wi-fi was sketchy, in and out. The rain had made virtual swamps of properties and roads which evolved into attack mosquitoes! Bring bug spray! Kitchen was well stocked with utensils, dinnerware and cookware. The only problems we had were the primary bathroom toilet not refilling to flush and the dryer screeched so loudly that we brought our wet washed clothes home. All in all, everything was great! I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice Little Rental

We enjoyed our stay very much. It is close to the walking path to the beach. The house was stocked with all the things we needed. I loved that there was a TV in every bedroom which was nice because of the littles wanting to watch Disney and they could in their own room! ;) Another thing that was wonderful is the ice cream shop that is right down the road within walking distance for an after dinner treat. The only down side was the screens on the porch that were missing. We couldn't enjoy the porch in the evening because of the mosquitos. Overall, this home was a nice vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herie E.

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

A Very Nice Family Getaway

The property is located in a nice subdivision. We felt very safe walking the dogs at night. The beach is a short walk from the house. It was luxurious to hit the hot tub after a beach day. The screen room kept the bugs out and therefore we were able to enjoy the outdoor breeze while relaxing on the Adirondacks. We enjoyed star gazing on the third level deck! I hope to do this again next season! I thank Donna for her responsiveness and patience. Much appreciated!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time on our OBX trip! Salvo is a nice location and not far from restaurants and shops! Nice streets to take morning or evening strolls! The house was perfect for the two of us and our pup! The hot tub and roof top deck are nice amenities! The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need! I would suggest bug spray! The sand fleas are relentless ! The walk over the dunes is hilly and if you have mobility issues that could cause a problem. We had a comfortable and relaxing week! Thanks for allowing us to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

Early summer getaway.

Friendly host with great communication. Large decks with 2 screened in porches and a covered hot tub made enjoying the outdoors easy, even in unfavorable weather. Home is within close proximity to the beach, food market, and restaurants. The exterior of the house and living/kitchen areas appear recently updated and modern. The kitchen has everything you’d ever need to prepare a family meal. Indoor bathrooms are a bit dated but function properly. Outdoor shower is a big plus! High speed internet works well. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending this home to family/friends and I hope to return next year :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Peter P.

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

Beach bungalow

Captain's Watch is a delightful beach bungalow directly across the street from the beach and very convenient to beach access. The owners recently updatee the deck, and they provide a well-stocked kitchen. While the bathrooms are small, especially the en suite, having 2 full baths is a plus. The house comes equipped with a dehumidifier. We noticed a slight musty smell upon entering and it dissipated during our two week stay. We appreciated the beach cart and got to know the handy man well as he came to service the hot tub, help with a lock out, and address a water leak. Additional family members could not join us in Salvo. With just the two of us and our dog, we found the house the right size. Five or 6 people would have been tight. If you want quiet, convenience and wase, then Captain's Watch is for you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A real gem of a place in a quiet neighborhood in Salvo, NC

My wife and I have been visiting the Outer Banks of NC since 1975, and over the years we have stayed in everything from campgrounds to motels to rental homes, and this wonderful cottage is easily the most comfortable and well-equipped place we have ever stayed at! It is a very cozy beach home on a well-cared-for lot in a quiet, well-established residential neighborhood in Salvo, we much prefer places like this to some of the huge houses that are out there. And what a location, right across the street from the beach access path, a mere 320 steps from the door to the beach! We were there every day, thanks to the Heilman's hospitality in ordering such beautiful April weather! And their attention to details inside the house and out made us feel right at home, like we belonged here. Loved the outdoor shower, everything inside and out works well, and we never saw such a well-equipped kitchen for people like us who like to prepare our own meals, they have everything! There is nothing to be desired for at "Captain's Watch", at least not for us! It's not a question of IF we will be back, it's a question of WHEN!

About the host

Hosted by Dan and Donna Heilman

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Welcome to our home! We live in Newport News and have enjoyed this special cottage for several years with our family and friends. Since our children are getting older and their schedules busier, we decided to make our house available for others to enjoy. We love to cook! We hope you enjoy the granite counter tops, large cabinets and cookware. Please feel free to use whatever you need and make yourself at home. We find the mattresses comfortable and cozy. If you need on site help during your stay, our Property Manger is Hatteras Helping Hands. Enjoy, relax, look at the stars...

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location...says it all. The beach access is right across the street, the large corner lot provides lots of privacy. The house is completely renovated, clean and easy to manage. The kitchen is bright, has storage for your items and everything you need to prepare as many meals as you want. The outdoor shower is great and so is the 5 person hot tub. Walk to ice cream, ride bikes, enjoy the peace and quiet of Salvo. There is no place like it. And the beach....we have never seen it crowded. It's wide and clean. There is lots of room to play, surf, pick shells. From the beach, look for the mile post 42 sign in the dunes and take the path to the left to get back to the cottage. Easy living.

What makes this property unique

Large corner lot with trees offers lots of privacy. Ocean beach access right across the street. Kitchen has everything you need to make cooking a breeze. The large living room and two screened in porches provides plenty of room to spread out. Central air, WiFi, 4 flat screen TVs and a sky full of stars. All you need is a bottle of wine, your streaming passwords, a HDMI cable and the kid's laptops! There are also restaurants and a little grocery/sandwich shop a few blocks away. There is a new dollar store that offers so much more that your average dollar store. It's definitely worth checking out. Walk to Village Conery! We LOVE Salvo and hope you do too!

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