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KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms!

Beachfront vacation home near Outer Banks Beaches

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81462 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glazin' Go-Nuts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Avalon Fishing Pier. Also, Glazin' Go-Nuts is within half a mile (1 km) and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Paradise Fun Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms!

Embrace the spirit of simple times—Remember a time of telephones with rotary dials, music only available on vinyl disks and computers were something reserved for science fiction movies? The comfort of a chic hotel will never be able to match the yesteryear character of The Gray House.

Located at milepost 6 in Kill Devil Hills, this definitive classic bungalow boost oceanfront living you would expect along with direct beach access, 3 bedrooms with queen beds, and a tucked-away nook with 2 twins.

At the same time, lose the luggage and live like a local with gorgeous views, super-cute kitchen, hardwood floors and the advantage of hoisting the windows, turn the ceiling fans on and bring that ocean breeze inside! Your dining room table, situated to the East (Oceanside) is an excellent hang out for putting a puzzle together, indulging in a good read from the book library or kicking back on the sun/covered decks with picturesque views of Avalon Pier, the shore line, golden sand and swaying sea oats.

After creating irreplaceable memories from a great day at the beach, unwind with a crisp, refreshing rinse in the enclosed outside shower and put your best flip flops on! See what’s biting a bottom-rig on Avalon Pier or the sacred and succulent Awful Arthur’s Restaurant and Lounge with neighboring souvenir shop. All within 5-100 yards from your ideally positioned cottage!

We can help you forget the city stress and retain the value of family, friends and a peaceful easy feeling at The Gray House. Hurry, available weeks won’t last long!

No Pets and No Use of the Attic.

Property Bedding: 3 Queens, 2 Twins

Main Level:
Living area with ocean views
Soundside covered deck
Bedroom with queen bed connecting to sleeping area with 2 twin beds
Bedroom with queen bed
Bedroom with queen bed
Half bathroom
Full bathroom
Fully stocked kitchen along with washer and dryer
Dining area with seating for 8 and ocean views
Oceanfront covered deck
Oceanfront sun deck
Enclosed outside shower

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,462 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

OLD Style Oceanfront Charm great Ocean Views s Loft DOG Friendly
OLD Style Oceanfront Charm great Ocean Views s Loft DOG Friendly
KD2043 The Gray House
1573-95767

Frequently asked questions

How close is KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17 mi (26-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! to downtown Kill Devil Hills?

This vacation home is 2.8 mi away from Kill Devil Hills.

KD2043- Old Style Oceanfront Charm -Great Ocean Views 3 Bedrooms! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location!!

Location and views were great. House was nice but bathrooms were small, old, and dirty. Could definitely use a renovation for as much as they charge. Overall still a nice vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cade S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place

Great house and location. It is an older home and the bathrooms are a little small. But for the location, it's proximity to the beach and price, it was a great place to spend the week! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girlfriend Getaway

We had a great time in OBX. The house was as described. The ocean facing deck was by far our favorite spot to be. The sunrises were amazing, even saw a few dolphins. It was a quiet time of season, not too many people which we found perfect. Great location, quick drive or walk to different activities and restaurants. We had the wrong code given to us to get into the house so that was slightly inconvenient as we had to drive back to the office to get the after hours number as we didn't see it on our paperwork. We got that resolved pretty quickly, however so was appreciative of that. A few other little maintenance hiccups but nothing that affected the home so much that it spoiled the great time we were having. If the pet policy didn't change we would 100% rent this house again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie S.

What a Gem!

I’m so excited that I found this cottage. I’ve never stayed at a beach cottage on the beach before due to budget, but this was such a special find! I love everything from the wood paneling to family photos over the generations. I can’t wait until next year’s books open up so I can book it again! Carolina Shores was super easy to work with and always professional and nice when I spoke with them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Perfect Old School Cottage

The perfect little oceanfront cottage. We didn't even need to sit on the beach because the deck was perfect to sit in the sun or shade and still enjoy the sites and sounds of the ocean. We loved the old knotty pine. The beds could use new mattress and the position of the toilets could be different, we found it hard for an adult male to sit on them. Those are minor things and would not stop us from coming back, in fact we have booked for next year already.

8/10 Good

Alana H.

Beautiful Beachfront

We were so happy we were able to book this property. It was a dream to be right on the beach and in such a great location. Would definitely book this property again. Our dog also loved the easy beach access!

4/10 Poor

carl b.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Loved the house and location.

The property management company is terrible. Trash was not taken out, dirty dishes in the dish washer, dirty clothes in the washer (someone’s underwear), had no signs of being cleaned any time recently, and there were roaches. I loved the house and location but the property management company is beyond horrible.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach location and older house

You couldn’t ask for a more spectacular Outer Banks beach on your back porch and the price was great. But the house is old and worn. Beds are comfortable but the rest of the indoor furniture is old. If that doesn’t bother you, then go for it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

thomasina t.

Liked: Cleanliness

excellent family vaca walk out the door to paradise!

small but big enough cozy! perfect amount of cookware dishes and glasses .good to have 2 bathrooms would definately stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Gray House

Nice, clean old fashion house. The bathrooms are a little tight, and the lighting was poor. But the pros out weight the cons. The bedrooms are a nice size a give you privacy from the rest of the house. At first I thought the place was a little dated until I looked at the pictures on the wall. Turns out the same family had been a part of this house for generations. I could see back to the 50’s in some photos and see some of the same items in the house. I thought this was really neat and completely appreciate the fact that they kept it the same from childhood. The best part is the the large deck with an outdoor shower. Amazing views right on the beach! We had a very nice stay! ** If you bring a dog, make sure you have a baby gate at least 48 inches wide for the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Briana S., Baltimore, maryland

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Gray House!

The Gray house was better than expected; the photos online do not do this home and location justice. It is clear that the owners have taken great pride in their beach home for generations. It was clean and spacious with amazing ocean views from the covered deck. The furnishings are not luxurious, but comfortable and perfectly acceptable considering that the point of a beachfront home is to be outside enjoying the ocean breeze. What a treat it was to be steps from the ocean. We hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect week

We had a wonderful week at the Gray House. The beach was perfect and the location ideal to do a lot of different things. My kids had so much fun and I hope to go back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jasmine L., Fredericksburg

Great traditional cottage stay!

Having grown up spending my summers on Avalon Beach, The Gray House brought back so many happy memories! The only thing that kept me from a perfect rating was the tub/shower - when you pull the curtain shut, it’s a bit dark in there for me. I ended up using the outside shower which was great-perfectly located to offer maximum privacy even though it was outside!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

leah t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

My family and I had a wonderful experience. The home was a perfect size for the four if us, loved the character of this cottage, and loved being able to walk right on to the beach. Homes are pretty close on either side, yet still had privacy. The deck was a beautiful spot to sit and watch the sunrise, all the dolphins, and even the most brilliant rainbow we've ever seen! The only small complaint is that there was a day we had to stay inside due to weather, and the furniture wasn't that comfortable to lounge in for the day. All in all, another great vacation in the Outer Banks!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019