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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Beach. Also, Paradise Fun Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Glazin' Go-Nuts is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Black Pelican - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!

This unique place has a style all its own! Completely renovated ground level surf shack apartment located conveniently on the Beach Road in Kill Devil Hills yet literally a stone throw away from the Kitty Hawk line! View the surf and sand from inside your bungalow apartment kitchen & living rooms! Skip across the road to private beach access! Knotty pine throughout in this 1955 year old one of a kind space! Easy access to all the OBX has to offer!
The space
This space adopted a Green Turtle - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful endangered species! No steps to contend with! Covered porch and propane grill greet you at the entrance which leads into full size kitchen and dining area for four. Spacious living room with smart TV, large L-shaped leather couch! Two bedrooms with closets & ceiling fans plus your own controlled AC/Heat in every room! One king bed and one queen! One full bath with tiled shower!

Enough parking for 1 vehicle preferably.
If your group is larger then 4 there are two other spaces that are available to be rented separately! Inquire with your host if you are interested in these spaces as well!
Guest access
Everything in your space is for your enjoyment including the propane grill and outdoor hose at entrance. Inside is all yours except for the locked owners closet.
Other things to note
One bath towel, wash cloth, beach towel, and beach chair provided per person !

Private beach access for all Pelican guests is directly across from driveway.

Nearest public beach access is Arch St!

Property manager

Gia Nicole Palacorolla

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Gather Used towels: Leave in a pile in hamper or bathroom. Leave beds alone - do not strip!
Throw trash away: Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house. Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away. 
Turn all lights off. Set AC to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure. Lock all doors & windows at your departure. If a key was used please put it back in lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Detailed house rules will be sent to you via message once your reservation is confirmed. If you have questions prior to booking please ask your host!
Thank you for your interest in our home, please include a list of names and ages in your party and what brings you to the area. 
Any violation of outlined house rules can result in loss of damage deposit to canceled booking with no refund

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! to the airport?

This cottage is 18 mi (28-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! to the beach?

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

Does Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! to downtown Kill Devil Hills?

This cottage is 3.8 mi away from Kill Devil Hills.

Sand Life - Pelican's Southern Nest! - Pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayden A.

Liked: Cleanliness

June 1-3rd

Wonderful property! Very clean inside the house and short private access to the beach! Property manager/owner will work with any concerns or problems that may arise! Mentioned a set of batteries were dead and within 20 mins there was brand new batteries on the door step!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025