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Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

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Exterior
Porch and Deck
Living area
Living Area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Room`

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twins

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!

*Please Read negative reviews first, this is a unique OLD house and location, and it's not suitable for everyone. If you have a tendency to need perfection, not read entry instructions, or want a quiet location, this is not the property for you.

The SeaWitch is 61 years old this year, and there is a chance, despite monthly treatment by Professional One Pest Control, bait and sprays, that a roach might find it's way in again - we had one incident last year I do NOT want to repeat. I don't want to ruin anyone's vacation, so please do not book if you or a family member has an issue with this possibility.

Dee takes a great deal of pride in keeping the house clean, but if food is left out, ants are also a possibility.

All future guest contact is being handled by Delores Woodard (Dee) my housekeeper. Her number will be at the top of the entry information which you will receive after the rental agreement is returned.

Short Description: 1960s cottage restored and improved in 2015 with new HVAC, new TVs, new Stainless Steel Appliances including induction range, quiet dishwasher; new beds & flooring, very dog friendly (we do accept multiple dogs) with 4' high welded wire COMPLETELY fenced yard, right on beach road, close to everything, 75 yards to beach access, NOT a quiet location due to beach road traffic! Sun-Sun changeover during summer season, check in any day with 2 or 3 day minimum during the offseason.

Full Description (please read before asking questions!):

*THERE WILL BE NO OCCUPANT ON GROUND FLOOR, JUST STORAGE*

The SeaWitch is meant for those looking for a classic, slightly worn cottage with modern conveniences - central A/C, stainless appliances, Dish Network DVR system with 65" TV, and reliable DSL WiFi. There are 3 bedrooms, the "Yellow" room with a soft foam king bed, the "Blue" room queen firm foam "Tempur-pedic" bed, and the "Green" room has 2 foam mattress twins. The bathroom has a tiled shower / tub, cabinet style vanity, and lots of hooks to make sharing easy. There is also a nice large outside shower, completely rebuilt and repainted with new controls and showerhead.

The house is very dog friendly - large yard completely contained with 4' wire fence (generally dog proof so far, but I'm sure a determined dog could dig out) with attached to wood fencing; we have fencing around the kitchen stairs so dogs can be let into the yard without having to go outside.

The beach access is located on the Kill Devil Hills / Nags Head town line, which means the rules are different if you go left or right at access - Nags Head allows dogs on leashes year round but KDH restricts dogs on beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day between 9am and 6pm. So, you basically have to turn right at the access to go into Nags Head during the summer.

Kitchen features an "Induction" range, and is fully equipped for fairly involved cooking with quality cookware, dutch ovens, pots, pans, sharp knives, roast pan, etc.

50 year old milled wood T&G walls in the great room would have some great stories to tell, some you can see just by looking at the scars. LVT floor throughout the entire house. A 3 ton central A/C.

We will only rent to adults over 25 and families, with families much preferred... sorry kids, no beach weeks.

Cleaning fee includes sheets and bath towels for each bedroom (enough for 6 people), dogs add a single $50 fee (paid to Dee for the extra sand and fur) for as many dogs as you want. You will need to bring your own beach towels.

When you exit the cottage driveway turn right to head towards 8th street that is an easy 1 minute walk to direct public access on the left (ocean side) and a boardwalk to the beach.

Under the porch there is plenty of space to store your fishing rods and beach accessories. There is a large outside shower as well.

Washer and dryer in utility room on ground level.

Beach Items: There are at least two chairs, coolers, a heavy duty beach umbrella like you get from the rental places, a fat tire beach cart, and some other odds and ends in the utility room.

Property manager

Dee Woodard
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 10 total)
Dogs only, $1 per pound fee for more than two
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$100 Cleaning charge for any butts left in yard

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this holiday home is in the city centre. Seaside Art Gallery and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Destination Fun and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf 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.
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Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Destination Fun - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Surfin' Spoon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 10 total).

What time is check-in at Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modernized 1960's Semi-Oceanfront - Dog Friendly with Large Fenced Yard! located?

Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, OBX Laser Tag and Destination Fun. Seaside Art Gallery and Dowdy Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 245 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 245 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen J.

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

Great stay!

We absolutely loved the house. The location was perfect for us and very close to the public beach access. We brought our dog with and he loved the large yard to be able to play in. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

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

Our hidden gem!

We have stayed here now 3 or 4 times and always feel right at home. The home is well maintained in a perfect location and owner and manager are amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Friends & Dogs Weekend Getaway

Fun stay w my friend & our dogs! Perfect location with public access to beach just across street. Plenty of places to eat & shops nearby. The house is adorable & perfect for traveling w dogs. Coverings are provided for the furniture and the fenced-in yard made life so easy. We had so much fun exploring the area & having our dogs with us was an added bonus. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Great experience

The house was very comfortable, clean, great instructions and communication from the owner. Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Winter Beach Getaway

My friend and I enjoyed a short winter beach getaway at this wonderful property. Our dogs loved the huge fenced back yard and the house was perfect for us, too. The walk to the beach was short and easy, too! The house was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey S.

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

Affordable great location

We did a girls trip. Everything was amazing. We had an option to check in early as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Loved it

No problems comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Amazing stay

Loved the property it was just a walk away form the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Great cottage!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this cottage! Great location. Super dog friendly. The house manager, Dee, is responsive and helpful. This is our fourth time staying here. Can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

emma h.

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

End of summer get away!

Great 2 night stay, perfect for middle of the island. We were able to use as a home base to travel the rest of outer banks. Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S K.

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

Clean house near the beach

Excellent 3 night stay for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica E.

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

Cozy

Its a nice cozy house. I felt at home during my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREJ C.

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

Great stay, would come back!

Had a great long weekend, in town for a wedding and the location was absolutely perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Every room had TVs with a good channel lineup, though we didn't have much time to enjoy those, but good information for those who care about that. Host communication pre-stay was prompt. Would definitely come back to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

OBX Vacation

Great location! Steps from the beach. Home was clean and the fenced in yard was great for our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T.

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

Pleasant Stay

This property was perfect for us. Pet friendly, super close to the beach and restaurants, comfortable temperature. Beach items were provided, and that helped tremendously when packing the car. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

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

Great beach cottage

My husband and I stayed with our three grandchildren for four nights at the Sea Witch. We loved the location and it suited us well. Had everything we needed and the yard was great for our dog. Beds were comfortable, plenty of space for everyone. Host was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

chris s.

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

Comfy beds-Great location

Loved the large fenced in yard for the dogs. Beds were comfortable, house was clean, great porches for people watching and reading. Loved the character of the house. Great access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heaven P.

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

Always accommodating

I’ve stayed at this location on multiple occasions. The property manager is always so accommodating and pleasant. It’s the perfect place for our family and furbabies. Thanks again for sharing your home! Heaven
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

awesome

Great holiday house. Across the road from beach, and the dogs loved the yard
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

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

The Seawitch is a great place to stay

Title says it all; except Dee the property manager is awesome. Second stay at the property and will definitely book again! Thank you Dee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

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

Perfect

Perfect little spot in a great location for myself and my three sons. Right in the middle of everything, walking distance to ice cream, restaurants, and most importantly, the beach. Will absolutely book again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary p.

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

Relaxing beach vaca

Great location for families with dogs. We loved the easy and quick access to the beach. Located close by the Wright Brothers museum, restaurants and the aquarium. Despite it being located near a road and motel, it was very quiet inside the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

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

Retro Home Away from Home

Loved the rustic retro style just a short walk from the beach. The beds were VERY comfortable and the house VERY clean. The fenced in backyard for our Golden made his stay cozy. It was like a home away from home. The covered porch with large table was perfect for our morning coffee and the sundeck was nice when not at the beach. Loved this property. It made for a great relaxing stay in one of our favorite beach towns.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison B.

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

OBX Getaway

We had a great weekend with our family at The Seawitch. Just know that this house is pet friendly so there are aspects that you can’t coverup as a result. We are dog lovers (though we didn’t bring any with us) so we weren’t bothered by those things. Great location central to everything and excellent communication with property manager. She even gave us a letter check out upon request!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Bumpass , VA USA

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

Wonderful home!

We loved the home and fenced in yard for our pups!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dee Woodard

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My wife and I have been in real estate, design, rentals, and construction on the Outer Banks for 20 years. I recently started thinking about designing and building "spec" homes again, and bought this property to rent to students and then tear down and re-develop.

Then I fell in love. Within a week of starting work on it, the plan changed from "student rentals for summer then tear down", to "restore and add modern touches to make a great weekly rental", bridging the way is used to be with the way people like things now.

I spent six months doing everything I could think of to improve the place while keeping the old charm. We took the bathroom down to the studs to make it the nicest room in the house. Added a huge TV, fast internet, surround sound system, best stove I could find, new flooring, new doors, stripped and painted the old drywall, all new bedding, and more.

My main goal with the house is happy travelers. I'm generally quick to give a refund if I make a mistake or can't fix an issue - however, if you consider yourself "picky", may I respectfully suggest booking another home as we are unlikely to be a good match.

If you're read this far... thank you! Creating clear expectations and meeting them is the key to a happy vacation rental home stay for both of us.

Why they chose this property

A unique combination of new and old make for an inviting, homey, comfortable stay that you just can't get in a house with no history. I can't tell you how many people have told me about the great times they've had in this house, back to the glory days when it was built in the sixties by someone named "Steponovich" which is how it came to be called the "SeaWitch". It's located right in the middle of everything and only steps to the beach.

What makes this property unique

This cottage is quaint and open, and is in walking distance to the beach, groceries, drug store, the new ABC store, nice restaurants, fast food, beach rentals, everything! We are also local owners, and very knowledgeable about the real estate market in case you might have questions. We own "The VanderMyde Real Estate Group" team at Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty, in the top 1% of OBX Realtors for more than a decade.

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English

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