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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 7

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Salvo, NC
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Salvo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪45 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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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

Property # 821456vb
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

Salvo

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Hatteras Colony, a neighbourhood in Salvo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Salvo, NC

What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Salvo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rodanthe Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 34 min drive - 51.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waves Coffee & Candies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mirro’s Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tina's Poolside Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beads & Beans OBX - ‬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).

How much is parking at Ocean across the street! Pets allowed! Captain's Watch!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 Beach and Rodanthe Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hands down our favorite outer banks stay yet. Hosts were lovely, helpful, available. House was well appointed and conveniently located. Lots of extra touches, very thoughtfully maintained and appointed. Hot tub was great! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch for your vacation! We are so glad you enjoyed our cottage. Please come again :)
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
So glad you had a nice stay. Please come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
YAY! Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael C.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
Thank you for the nice review. We're so glad the kitchen met your needs. We'd love to host you again in the future. Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
We are so glad you had fun! Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Great stay

We stayed here for three weeks. Captains Watch was the perfect home office, and let us surf before and after work. Would stay again
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2020
Thank you for a great review. So glad to hear you enjoyed your 3 weeks at Captain's Watch!! Next time you're ready for a work/vacation please come back!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch! Donna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Nice Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at captain watch. Nice quite area. Easy beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2021
Thanks Mike! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Yes, Salvo is very peaceful and easy. Please think of us again when your ready to relax.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Thank you! We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come again! Donna
Verified

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
Archival

8/10 Good

Enjoyed our time there!

Even with the power outage it was really a nice visit. So enjoyed the house and believe it or not the outside shower was a life saver! House provided a lot of what we needed for entertainment at home and on the beach. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Captain's Watch and we are sorry your trip was cut short a day because of the power line cut during the new bridge construction. Hatteras Island will sure enjoy the new bridge but accidents happen. We hope you come back! Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch for your families vacation!
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Perfect vacation home.

We found this to be a very comfortable, well-equipped home. Owner very responsive to minor situation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2021
Pamela, We are very happy to hear the cottage met your needs. Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Yay! So glad you all had a fun beach week! Yes, please come again 🙂
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Yay! So glad you enjoyed your vacation! It makes us very happy to hear the house made you feel at home. Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch! Donna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Amazing stay

We loved this place! Had literally every kitchen gadget and supply you would need which was great! Beach access across the street and the cart they have is great to get over the dunes! Felt private and yet close to everything. Hot tub was wonderful and we enjoyed every evening on the crows nest after our baby went to bed. Great for families and our dog loved the beach and neighborhood. Highly recommend and hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! We cook a lot and I am glad the kitchen had everything you needed. Thank you for choosing Captain's Watch for your vacation! Yes, please come again! Donna
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance V.

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

Great vacation

The captains watch is a great place to spend your vacation. It is located on a very private corner lot, which is nice when your relaxing in the hot tub. Kitchen has everything you could possibly think of if you like to cook, and they also have board games for the family. Overall, it is a clean and well kept home. Thanks captains watch, and ill see you next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
We are so glad the house met your needs and you were able to relax and enjoy your vacation! We look forward to your visit next year! Thanks for choosing Captain's Watch!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2022
Yay! We as so glad you enjoyed the cottage and Salvo. It is definitely our happy place. Yes, please come again!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Teresa, Thank you for the great review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Yes, the sunsets, stars, sunrises, and of course, the beach is why we also love Salvo. I am very happy you took time to enjoy the hot tub and the rooftop deck. Relaxing is what it's all about. Please come again! Donna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Fun Week!

This was our second stay at Captain's Watch and we enjoyed ourselves once again! The cottage is a comfortable fit for our family of 4, well stocked with kitchen necessities if you plan to cook, and very close to the beach access. Family oriented neighborhood with uncrowded streets for the kids to go bike riding and a nice size yard for them to play in as well. Quick and easy communications with the homeowners as well. Thanks again for a great week at the ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Hi Mike, You are so welcome! Thank you for your nice review and for coming back to Captain's Watch. We love having you guys. We hope to see you again soon! Donna

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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