Oceanside stay.A stay at this South Nags Head vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and 3 miles (5 km) of Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Whalebone Junction and Jennette's Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 8 min drive - 7.0 miles
Bodie Island Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 7 min drive
Fish Heads Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
KFC - 6 min drive
Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - 6 min drive
The Dunes Restaurant - 6 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.
Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!
Make Gillespie Cottage the home away from home that your family will want to return to year after year. This classic oceanfront retreat in South Nags Head offers exceptional views and your own private access to the beach. Two levels of east-facing covered decks provide plenty of outdoor space for watching the sunrise and listening to the crashing waves. Inside, kick back and relax in the comfortably furnished great room, where vaulted ceilings and multiple skylights make the space feel bright and airy. The open-concept layout is perfect for spending quality time together, even while preparing meals in the well-equipped kitchen. The primary bedroom and a full bath are also located on the top level, with four additional bedrooms and two more full baths on the mid level. This wonderful home provides comfort, convenience and so much more for your family to enjoy.
Located at milepost 19.5 in South Nags Head, Gillespie Cottage is a mile south of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Fish Head's Bar and Grill, where you can order food and drinks on the oceanfront while listening to live music. Coquina Beach, part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and a favorite local spot for fishing and surfing, is a six-minute drive away. From there, explore Bodie Island Lighthouse or head south for a day trip to Ocracoke.
No pets allowed. No smoking/vaping.
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 2,190 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
3036
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! to the airport?
This vacation home is 9.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
Is there free parking at Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! have a spa?
This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront | Amazing Views! to downtown Nags Head?
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
MJ C.
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
MJ C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin S.
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful views.House was clean but underneath the house there was trash like a broken lounge chair and a couple more things that were left. Wasn’t a big issue though. House accommodated my family and myself well and had everything we needed. Would stay there again.
Robin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short walk to beach
This home is so close to the beach. After climbing the dune, youre rewarded with a very short walk to the beach. We could have brought 4-5 more people with us, plenty of space so the 5 of us never felt ontop of each other.
Ellen B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend fishing trip
Great property with amazing views. So convenient to Oregon Inlet!!
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
James B.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mother’s Day weekend.
Fantastic house, made for a great mother’s day and celebration for my wife’s birthday. The house does need a little tlc and the air conditioning in the upper living area was not working making it a bit warm for sleeping. But otherwise the house was exactly what we were looking for.
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel R.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean front getaway
Wonderful spot for a guys fishing and golfing weekend. Plenty of space to hang out and enjoy the weekend.