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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Kill Devil Hills, NC

Destination Fun
‪17 min walk‬
Wright Brothers National Memorial
‪4 min drive‬
Nags Head Woods Preserve
‪5 min drive‬
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

OUTSIDE SHOWER

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Located at 114 E Carlton Avenue, just shy of the 8 1/2 Mile Post in Kill Devil Hills. This newly renovated, classic beach cottage offers a short 1 block walk (2 minutes) to a direct beach access, making it a great vacation choice! Tastefully decorated with an island flare, this cottage has outstanding location to area shopping, dining and entertainment. Affordably priced for your family vacation!
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MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY IS 4 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN
MUST BE 23 TO RENT
NO SMOKING
NO PETS
Wifi

Property manager

Cindi DeBoy

Languages

English

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Hot tub

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

No Exceptions

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Destination Fun and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Destination Fun - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Wright Brothers National Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Avalon Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Nags Head Woods Preserve - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬2 min drive
‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
‪Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is * Lively Up Yourself * Great Summer Rates! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at * Lively Up Yourself * Great Summer Rates!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at * Lively Up Yourself * Great Summer Rates!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is * Lively Up Yourself * Great Summer Rates! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Outer Banks Beaches. Aviation Dog Park and Destination Fun are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

18 April 2025

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

Great amenities!

First impression was great, clean, floor plan had an open feel, nice renovations, welcoming decor, comfortable beds. Outdoor hot tub and shower were a plus! Hosts were very responsive to our needs. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

15 September 2024

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

OBX 2024

This is the second time we spent at this vacation home. We enjoyed it so much late year we wanted to stay here again. The house is very clean and beautifully decorated and very well stocked. It is a block and a half from the beach, a gas station/deli is on the way to the beach which works for ordering lunch. Numerous restaurants and stores are nearby also. We would likely rent this vacation home again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

8 September 2024

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

Turquoise gem

This little home instantly caught my attention online for multiple reasons, but it's somehow even cuter in person. Great decor inside and out, close proximity to beach, convenience store, and restaurants, plus a quiet neighborhood. We instantly felt comfortable here. Good communication with host, super clean, and just all around a great rental property. . here and very much enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

25 August 2024

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

Wonderful!

This was our second time staying at this house and it was just as wonderful as the first time. The house was spotless when we arrived, and was fully stocked with everything we needed (pots, pans, dish soap, paper towels, etc..). The kids loved the big backyard and the hammock. And we all loved the hot tub. There was plenty of beach stuff for us to use, like toys, boogie boards, chairs, and umbrellas. We will definitely plan to stay here again the next time we are in the Outer Banks!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenico T.

21 August 2024

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

Summer Vacation

The property is great and well stocked with plates, utensils, pots, and even paper towels. The house is very close to the beach and many cool eateries. The host was easy to reach and addressed any questions in a timely manner. We have created amazing family memories and our stay at the Lively Up Yourself house made it a wonderful vacation in OBX!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

4 August 2024

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

Amazing

Second time our family stayed here. Hosts are great, house is in impeccable condition and location is A + (3 min walk to the beach, lots of restaurants nearby). Overall a great place to stay in OBX!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

3 July 2024

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

Summer vaca

The property was as described and pictured! These days that’s hard to believe. My boys and I lived the place and its proximity to beach and activities. We will stay there again if we are I the outer banks.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

27 May 2024

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

Look no further-stay HERE!

This was our 4th stay at Lively Up Yourself, and though there have been some subtle changes and upgrades the cottage is as warm and inviting as it ever was! The decor is on point throughout and the amenities are perfect for a couple or small family getaway. Cindi and John are gracious hosts, very easy to get in touch with and communicate with from booking all the way to checkout and beyond. Great location, great weather, and the hot tub is just amazing. The jasmine-draped pergola over the top is a nice touch. We can’t wait to make our way back and enjoy a little bit of life on a sandbar!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

17 May 2024

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

Ladies Maycation

Cute property and yard centrally located in the Outer Banks. Rooms were small, but perfect for a small group.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D., Forest

3 January 2024

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

Wonderful and close to everything

I loved the house! It was perfect for everything that we needed for our short trip over the holidays to the beach. Cindi was wonderful to work with and easy to contact. The house is so close to the beach and then close to everything in Kitty Hawk and was super clean!! It was such a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

25 October 2023

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

Cosy clean and comfortable

The pictures on line reeled me in but once you walk in, there is so much more that you don"t see from the pictures like the bamboo beams in the sunroom, the crown moldings,the well organized and equipped kitchen the expensive liquid hand soap not the watered down grocery store brand which you usually find. A hidden surprise in the bathroom that i didn"t discover for 2 days was the storage behind the mirrors and who lines these shelves? Cindy is very detail oriented and it shows in all of her design elements. The outside is equally impressive with the squishy soft and green meticulously manicured lawn.The landscaping and flowers were beautiful. Cindy and John truly show alot of love for their property and they are very responsive throughout the process.Cindy i hope to meet you next time.This is truly a home away from home and we can't wait to come back. Thank you for sharing your lovely property.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam B., Pittsburgh, PA

5 October 2023

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

Late Summer Stay

Lively up yourself was perfect for a first-time Outer Banks trip! The house was very clean. We loved the large kitchen that was nicely stocked, and the backyard was great as well. Close enough to the beach to walk, which is exactly what I want when I go to the beach. I loved the proximity to grocery stores, and basically anything else you could need. I would definitely return!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis D.

3 October 2023

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

Stay was awesome

I loved the cozy little home. It was perfect for the much needed getaway for my Mom and myself. It was immaculately clean ehen we arrived. I loved the back yard where we spent a lot of our time. The hot tub is HUGE and I loved the natural look of the pagota with the vines going upward and making the roof of the area. Actually I loved all the landscaping. You can tell the owner takes pride in the home. I would definitely recommend this home for a relaxing time at the beach and even more of a plus: the beach is in walking distance as well as a Dairy Queen. The owner is fast to respond also and very nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

27 August 2023

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

Lively yourself Up!!!!

Upon arrival we texted the owner to let her know we had arrived. The door combination to enter the property was so easy. The property was immaculate inside and out. The kitchen was roomy & when stocked. The 3 bedrooms were very accommodating for 4 adult women. The outdoor shower was very nice with hot & cold running water and also a outside spigot to wash sand off your feet. The beach was a block & 1/2 away. Also for your convenience there was a deli/grocery/gas station a block away with ice & great deli sandwiches which we got to take to the beach. I will definitely be coming back to stay here again. Cindi & her husband were easy to reach if needed and responded very quickly to our texts. No issues with this property at all.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

21 August 2023

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

Vacation paradise

It made our vacation better; it was like home away from home. The cute decor the flowers the fenced in yard with grass was amazing ! The house was stocked, clean, and just all around amazing. Would definitely stay here again :)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

13 August 2023

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

Great Beach House

This was our first time traveling to the OBX and we absolutely loved it. This is the perfect little get away. The house is decorated so nicely and it is very clean. The kitchen is stocked with everything you may need. Communication with Cindi is perfectly easy and she made herself available if there was anything we needed. Check in/out was also simple. We loved the location and how close it was to the beach. The outside area at the house was great with the hammock and hot tub and it was fenced in. We loved it. It was a little oasis on its own. You need to pack your own sheets (there is 1 queen and 2 double beds)...and towels. Other than that bring yourself. The only thing that was tricky with two teenagers is the bedrooms are connected and you need to go through one to get to the other. We just put the sleeper in the back room and it worked out fine! Thanks again Cindi for a wonderful stay!! Would not hesitate to book this vacation home!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

7 August 2023

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

Home run!

This is a perfect vacation house for a family of four. Everything in the house is updated and impeccable. Yard and landscaping are beautiful. House is very well stocked. Kitchen had all the cookware you need to cook in if you want to. Walk out the front door, make a left and you’re on the beach in two minutes. Was a pleasure to stay at Cindi and John’s house!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

3 August 2023

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

Family Vacation

Cindi’s little cottage is absolutely amazing. It is decorated in a very homey feel. It comes with so many necessities from items for the beach (which is straight down the street 1 1/2 blocks), books and games to toilet paper, Cindi provides it all. All rooms have AC units except the middle bedroom but if the doors are left open, it stays somewhat cool. The 2 bathrooms are actually 1 indoor (sink, toilet, shower) and an outdoor shower. There are several areas to lounge and just relax.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

8 July 2023

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

BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE!!

The beach cottage was beautiful! Short walk to the beach! Very clean upon arrival. Well stocked with necessities.. the back yard was gorgeous!! We will stay with John and Cindi again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enos H.

28 June 2023

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

Great Stay

The house is clean and well cared for with fun decorations and a beautiful kitchen. The back yard is amazingly private and unlike most of the other houses in the area. Having the fenced and private back yard is great with little kids and the hot tub is perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight S.

15 June 2023

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

Marvelous backyard

Best property we’ve stayed at. High end finishes, stocked with anything you could need and more, only a block from the beach. Standouts include multiple outdoor spaces from front patio to picnic table, hammock, hot tub, and enclosed front porch. Extremely clean and comfortable. Would definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., Colorado

30 May 2023

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

Cute, clean and convenient

I chose this house because it looked a lot newer and cuter than others in the same price range. It was definitely a cozy place! It’s super close to the beach and to everything you need. The hot tub made a big difference on several days when it was too cold and windy for the beach. Well stocked and clean and lovely. As others mentioned, it can be a little tricky having just one small bathroom with a small shower. But overall, it was a great place for my family of four.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

9 January 2023

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

Girls getaway weekend

The is just a lovely little house just a short walking distance from the beach. It’s a perfect house for a girls getaway or a family vacation. It’s a cute, quaint updated house that has everything you need-beach chairs, hot tub, spacious kitchen and an awesome surround sound, feels like your st the movies. The location is great by being close to tons of great restaurants-sam & ommies, lucky 13, & blue moon cafe. Cindi is the best, she’s easy to reach by at quick and responds promptly.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci T.

17 September 2022

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

Oasis

Once again we had the pleasure to stay in this cute little oasis to recover and recoup from our busy work schedules. The kitchen is amazing and fully stocked. I love the nooks and crannies in this house….so many places to relax with a good book. You don’t have to worry about a thing but livelying up yourself!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M.

20 August 2022

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

Wonderfully kept, fully equipped, beautiful and well located

This is the best-kept house we have ever rented for the size and location. Very nice amenities, well organized and clean, very responsive owners. Our family of five had a fabulous time.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cindi DeBoy

Languages:

English

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

OUTSIDE SHOWER

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