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

Beachfront vacation home near Kitty Hawk Beach

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Terrace/patio
A sandy path leading to a beach with a wooden fence on the left.
TV, books
TV, books
Dining

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, beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪31 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 beach and Avalon Fishing Pier. Kitty Hawk Beach and Glazin' Go-Nuts are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jolly Roger Restaurant - 12 min walk - 0.6 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
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪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

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. 32 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cade S.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

The Gray House review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location! Loved the ocean views from the back deck. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Chelsea J.

The Gray house

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location!! Easy just steps from the beach! House needs some3 serious updates. All beds are exstreamly uncomfortable and OLD! Owner needs to do some updates for the amount they are asking for rent. At the very least replace the beds, as there is nothing worse then not being able to rest on vacation.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kariann A.

Perfect Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This Cabin on the water is a perfect spot for relaxing and vegging. Quaint and warm with a very homey, welcoming feel. Close to the Pier and Awful Arthurs. I cannot say enough about The Gray House. Property staff at Carolina Shores were spectacular. A pleasure to deal with and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jeremy G.

Nice Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well it was nice but we found 3 pieces of clothing which tells us that it wasn’t totally cleaned. The sheets are very old and need replaced as well as mattresses. The home could use a wiring update because there are not enough outlets. Lastly the toilets are sitting to close to the floor, they are outdated. Deck chairs are awesome and I would recommend this cottage to anyone but it does need some updates. I forgot, the Furnace/AC filter hasn’t been changed in a LONG TIME.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

House full of fleas :(

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice house near the ocean. BUT. Despite no pet policy house was full of fleas. It looked like somebody before us came with a dog or even dogs as nobody from Carolina Shores ever check what is going on in the house. Fleas bit me, my husband and my kids badly which ruined our vacation started so perfectly. When we told to management about the problem, they said that it is probably SAND FLEAS!! who bit us. I have all the photos of fleas and bites, so these are not just words. Feel sorry for the next people who will be having their vacation in this house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Great time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved walking on the beach, sitting in the sun, eating good food, reading and quiet time
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Fun on cloudy days

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful except for the clouds,shopping trips,eating out,walking on the beach, finding shells 🐚
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Geri F.

The Gray House Kill Devil Hills

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The BEST house in the OBX. Can’t find better views. Always good to come back to this house!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kariann A.

The perfect getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have loved staying at the Gray house. Unfortunately this was our last stay as pets are no longer allowed. I have enjoyed every year and am so grateful to the owners for allowing me to have time at their home. No better getaway in OBX!!! The view of the beach is amazing. The morning sunrise is spectacular. You will not be disappointed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie S.

Simply Perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the second summer we rented this house and we’re already set to rent it again next year. We’ve made it our own little family ritual and I couldn’t be more pleased. The house is humble and perfect. The wood paneled walls lined with old family photos dating back to the 60s and potentially beyond, create this time capsule of familial love and relaxation. The view and location cannot be beat! Minutes from a convenience store and family favorite restaurants (our favorite - Goombay’s!) We can’t wait to continue to rent this house for years to come.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Another fantastic week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had another outstanding week. The house was clean upon arrival. Any questions/issues were answered and handled within a timely manner.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Gray House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Gray house was perfect for our early November getaway. All appliances in good working order, perfectly clean upon arrival, and great location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Wonderful and peaceful

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great as always just perfect
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kariann A.

Perfection!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I absolutely love the Gray House!!! This is my 5th year renting it and this was the best year overall....mainly b/c there were no hurricanes to have to contend with. The property is beautifully maintained, quaint, homey, simple, perfect!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joyce L.

My stay at Kill Devil Hills

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always love staying at the Gray House
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Alana H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Verified

4/10 Poor

carl b.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

William B.

April 21 Stay in the Gray House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay in the "Gray House" last week. While the road it's located on is bit scrappy, the location directly on the beach is hard to beat. Also, the house is a real home versus just a "rental" property. It also has old-school charm with the knotty pine walls, harkening back to a past age. Very functional and strategically located for access to the Southern and Northern sections of the Outer Banks. By far the best attribute of the home is the porch with its classic views of the sea. We enjoyed our coffee in the mornings here and our cocktails in the evening.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomasina t.

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

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