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The perfect cottage for a beach getaway!
View from front porch
Just steps away from the ocean
Wide open living space
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

NE Bedrrom

1 Queen Bed

NW Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

SE Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

SW Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach

"Shirl's Shores" is a 4 Bedroom, 2 bath classic beach bungalow, arranged with 2 bedrooms/1 bath on each side separated by a large open central living area. It is perfect for 1 or 2 families. SHIRL'S SHORES IS A 7 DAY, MINIMUM, SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ROTATION. Sleeps 8, with queen beds in 3 bedrooms and 2 twins in the 4th. This cottage has been owned by the same family since 1980 and has been enjoyed as a vacation site by many families and fishermen over the years. Previously, rented through a local agency, we manage it directly (retired and full time residents of Nags Head). We want you to enjoy a true beach experience. The location is ideal for beachcombers and nature lovers. (Milepost 21)-the southern side of S. Nags Head-close to the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. Considering the ideal location, the rates are truly value priced. In keeping with the goal of "economy pricing", linens are not standard. Guests would bring their own sheets (3 queens, 2 twins) & towels. Bedspreads, pillows, blankets, and mattress pads are provided. We can direct you to local linen services, should you need them.

Property manager

Shirley Garrett
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nags Head

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. 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

  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 10 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O'Neal's Sea Harvest - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach located?

Located in South Nags Head, this holiday home is steps from Outer Banks Beaches and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Bodie Island Lighthouse. Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA O.

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

Family time

This is our 2nd year staying at Shirl's Shores. 4 adults and our dogs were comfortable and pleased with the house. The owners understand the meaning of family time. Highly recommend Shirl's Shores.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Rainy vacation

Located in South Nags Head a short drive to the main strip. The house layout was great with bedrooms and bath on each side separated by the living area. A short walk to the beach it was the perfect location. Unfortunately the weather was not our friend but I recommend this beach house for a Nags Head getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Great location

This is our second time here. Love the location and the layout of the house is great when staying with friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin N.

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

Family Vacation

I booked the stay to celebrate my 50th birthday with my 3 kids (20, 18, 15) & my son’s girlfriend (also 18). We had a wonderful time. The location was perfect and convenient for relaxing, shopping, site seeing, and being on the beach. The house was cozy, stocked with kitchen equipment, and the washer and dryer were in perfect condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

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

Felt like home had moved to the beach!

Well appointed, kitchen exceeded expectations, steps to beach, one porch always in shade! Owners were attentive, helpful and very kind! Staying here provided a worry free vacation week! We are grateful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia R.

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

Wonderful stay!

I cannot say enough nice things about our stay at this home. The location is great! It was such an easy walk to the beach down a quiet little street, just 4 houses from the beach. The beach was not busy when we visited during prime season. We were also close enough to the protected seashore areas that we could explore away from all of the more crowded areas. Becky (the owner's daughter) was incredibly nice and very willing to help when we had a minor issue. The house was clean and well laid out. The outdoor shower was clean and so nice to have. Our party was all family (3 couples and a child under 5) and we had plenty of room for everyone to hangout and even eat at the same table. Thank you Becky (and Shirley) for a wonderful week! We are excited to come back in years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Beach

The location of this house was perfect. It is a very short walk to the beach that is not crowded. The house was a nice size for my family and parents. We would stay here again. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

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

Exactly as described

This was our first time in OBX and it did not disappoint. We loved the house, it was in a great location in nags head. The owners were easy to work with. I would highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Beach house vacay

We loved how close we were from the beach. We had everything we needed to have a great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Perfect!!

We stayed in the cottage for a week and it could not have been more perfect for us . The location is extremely convenient , away from all the hustle & bustle but just close enough if you needed to go anywhere for anything . Walking distance to the ocean which was great ! This place is beautiful and the neighborhood is clean and friendly ! These are some of the best hosts I’ve ever had ! Thank you for sharing your place with us ! We had an amazing time !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Great Location!

Enjoyed our stay! Great house and location. Shirley and Becky (hosts) provided great recommendations of where to eat and shop. Will try to book again next time we are at the OBX.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Beach Vacation 2023

Great location. Love the layout of the house. Good communication with the owner. Definitely needs some updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ami J.

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

Great Nags Head House!

Great house with great location. Clean, organized and well equipped! A Gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA O.

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

Relaxing!

Shirl's Shores was perfect! Location was a short walk to the beach. Close to shopping for gifts and groceries. Plenty of room for 4 adults and our pets. Plenty of walking paths. The trip to see the wild horses on the beach at Corolla was wonderful. The weather was cool and windy but it didn't stop us enjoying OBX! The bedrooms were comfortable, kitchen stocked with what we needed to prepare our meals, no problems with wifi. Communication with owners and checkin was smooth. Neighborhood was quiet. I recommend Shirl's Shores to any family looking for a comfortable place to spend a week at OBX. We are already planning our trip for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Great house and location

Just as advertised and very clean, plenty of kitchen supplies for our use.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie A.

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

April in Nags Head

Fantastic location that was peaceful, welcoming and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice V.

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

Charming Home and Value Priced

This house was 120% clean and worth the value. It was spotless, had all the needed cooking tools (dishware, utensils, pots/pans, etc.). The neighborhood was quiet -- we slept really well!! It is a very very SHORT walk from the beach which was wonderful. I would stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Beach Week!

Very convenient location....just steps away from the beach. Private beach area but close enough to restaurants and other OBX attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry J.

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

Great

Smooth and easy. Becky was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christa J., Hilliard, Ohio

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

Perfect location!

We really enjoyed our stay at "Shirl's Shores". The location was very convenient to both Nags Head stores as well as Manteo. We cooked meals most nights and found the kitchen had everything that we needed. Super easy access to the beach. We rented bikes and biked to town and Fish Head's for lunch and beverages. Greatly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby O.

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

Vacation

Great time in Nags Head
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C., Appomattox va

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

Great vacation experence

good access to the beach, and a quiet location. house is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Cozy in a cottage

Everything was perfect ! From convenience, to cozy . Loved the easy access to Bodie Island Lighthouse , ONeals for fresh fish and Pirates Cove for the marina Access to laundry and charcoal grill were also nice would definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Excellent peaceful getaway for December

Close to the beach and not to populated in December. Enjoyed outstanding sunrise and sunsets, beach walking and found plenty of shells. Two outside decks and plenty of days with sunshine and no wind one of the decks. Inside was clean and kitchen was fine for cooking. Grocery store and a few restaurants were close by. All good. Very relaxing!
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Loved it and will stay again

Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shirley Garrett

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Shirley, along with her husband Allen had this cottage built back in 1980-both as a family vacation site and as an investment. She and her family loved the nature, beauty and the unique privacy that South Nags Head offers. It is the perfect site for true beach combers and for launching off to Rodanthe, Hatteras, Okracoke, etc.-yet close to the restaurants and shops in Manteo and Nags Head. She lost Allen about 10 years ago but has maintained this cottage as a family vacation rental property. It is value priced.

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