Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71347.1 sq m

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Pet-friendly
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Kitchen

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Nags Head, NC

Jockey's Ridge State Park
‪10 min walk‬
OBX Laser Tag
‪15 min walk‬
Nags Head Fishing Pier
‪15 min walk‬
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Walking distance to the beach and the YMCA's awesome facilities. If you're looking for a small affordable family cottage in a quiet location within an easy walk to the beach, then this is it! Very comfortably furnished and well-equipped (especially the kitchen), kept in great shape by part-time local owner, the Cooley Cottage offers a quiet yet very convenient location. There is just a short walk to a beach access with a lifeguard stand. Virtually no traffic on this cul-de-sac, yet right in the heart of Nags Head activities, whether it be swimming at the beach or sound, shopping, or a variety of outdoor family activities. Plus it’s pet friendly! Grab those boogie boards and take a short walk to the beach where your family and your pooch can enjoy the Atlantic Ocean at its best.
Restaurants, Nags Head Fishing Pier, coffee shops, shopping, and a variety of family amusements are all a short walk away from the quiet yet convenient location of this cottage. This is the perfect spot for those athletes coming for marathons! The cottage is a block from where the November race starts!

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House Rules

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

$175 pet fee for 1 dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

*One dog limit! *Please keep your dog off of the furniture, unless covered with sheets or blankets. Thank you!

If you are outside of any House Rules and/or Rental Agreement, it could result in termination of stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this cottage is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Destination Fun and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

Jockey's Ridge State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
OBX Laser Tag - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Nags Head Fishing Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Nags Head Woods Preserve - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Jennette's Pier - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬3 min drive
‪Surfin' Spoon - ‬16 min walk
‪Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-out at Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dowdy Park and Outer Banks Beaches. Seaside Art Gallery and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy L.

4 August 2024

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

Great week at OBX

CCC is a wonderful cottage, very clean, well appointed and a great location for all the area offers. Highly recommend and hope to return again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

31 July 2024

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

Great place

The place was great. On a cul de sac, quiet. Walkable to beach. It was very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

10 July 2024

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

“Our” OBX beach house

We have been coming to CCC for over 20 years - love the house updates thru the years and the convenient location to many of our favorite places in OBX. This is the only place we have stayed and already looking forward to our next trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

20 May 2024

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

Relaxing beach stay!

Property was pleasant and clean. Close proximity to beach, restaurants and activities. Kitchen was well stocked.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elina M.

29 August 2023

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

Great vacation!

We loved returning to this awesome house. Great location!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

10 April 2024

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

Spring Break

Had a great time returning to the Outer Banks with my family. Great location and loved that we were able to bring the dog.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

1 June 2024

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

Really enjoyed our stay!!

My wife and daughter had a great week and really enjoyed the staying here. The property was nicely furnished with a welcoming and relaxing feel. The property manager was very thoughtful and responsive. We highly recommend this vacation home and will remember it for future visits to the area.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

26 September 2023

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

Great time in Nags Head

Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay. Short walk to the beach, clean, reasonably priced, and willing to take the dog. Would absolutely stay there againl

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

william r.

4 September 2022

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

CCC is a great place!

Great place to stay and the management team did everything to make us comfortable and welcomed.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

16 July 2024

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

Convenient

Most everything was walking distance! Love the park and Farmers Market at the park. Clean and comfortable and the owner was friendly

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

7 July 2024

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

Ccc

Very nice property and walking distance to beach

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis A.

13 August 2023

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

Nice

Very good stay and trip

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

19 July 2022

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

Nice place grateful for pet friendly properties!

Large family gathering with so many moving parts and the property worked beautifully for our family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

11 August 2024

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

Perfect

We were incredibly impressed with this property. It was very very clean and was just beautiful with up to date furnishings, kitchen, and bathrooms. There was a lot of useable outdoor spaces that were equally as nice. So comfortable! The walk to the beach access was short and there were plenty of great shops, restaurants, gas stations, and grocery stores very close by. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 April 2021

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

Beautiful house

Perfect house for a beach getaway. Everything you need and close to the beach and all Nags Head has to offer.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

30 April 2024

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

Love this cottage!

We always love our stay at CCC. So close to the beach, walking distance to Dowdy Park, Tortugas Lie, and Morning View, and on a quiet cul-de-sac... you can't ask for a better location. Amenities are great with two full bathrooms and an outdoor shower, plus a great kitchen if you decide to cook in. And we will return later in the year with our pup!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

23 September 2021

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

Great property!

This charming cottage is just as advertised. Easy walk to the beach and conveniently located to pretty much everything. Nicely decorated and dog friendly, it had everything we needed. We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

15 June 2019

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

Great Family friendly cottage!

Lovely cottage, short walk to beach & close to amenities. Clean, comfortable, great kitchen. And, pet friendly too! Perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth E.

13 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beach Time

The cottage was very nice and cozy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Allen E., Rhoadesville, VA

30 July 2017

Cute Cottage by the Beach

Enjoyed spending time with my family. The Cooley family artwork displayed was so wonderful, too!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isabel N., Virginia Beach, VA

12 September 2017

Perfect Place

I loved this house. Very cozy and close to everything. Will come back again, for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Alison C.

6 April 2021

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

Relaxing spot

Easy access to beach, just a few minutes walk. Neighborhood is convenient to grocery stores, the Jockey Ridge Park (with very cool sand dunes), and Wright Brothers memorial. Lots of restaurants around, and the cottage is comfortable!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

24 June 2024

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

Comfy and very-well located

Was very good. Plenty is space, particularly liked having an outdoors sitting area under the deck. A few extra basics to help with the on arrival would have been helpful, dish soap and a few coffee filters. In other places I have stayed charcoal for the BBQ is usually provided. We had a wonderful week and would definitely want to stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

18 October 2023

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

Great Location

We love staying at CCC! Some highlights? The size of the cottage is perfect for a family, the kitchen is updated and well appointed, the beds are very comfortable, and the outdoor shower is great! Best of all is the location… walking distance to the beach, Dowdy Park, and Tortugas Lie. We will stay here again and again!

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

2 July 2024

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

Short but sweet vacation

Clean and cozy cottage is in a quiet cul-de-sac. This place had everything we needed for a low-key vacation. Grocery store, and kids' activities were all close by. The beach was about a 3-4 block walk which could be tricky if you have a lot of gear, but there was a nice big parking lot we would drive to every morning. There is also a lifeguard station with clean bathrooms next to the parking lot, so you didn't have to run back to the house. Overall, I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

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