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Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Nags Head cottage in Ocean Side Court area

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A patio with a round table and four white chairs, a wooden fence, and a house with a dark siding exterior.
A small, single-story house with a porch and a red door.
A beach with a wooden boardwalk, waves, and a pier in the background.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a white stove, and a white refrigerator.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets Nags Head
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Ocean Side Court cottage, you'll find Miller's Waterfront Restaurant and Outlets Nags Head. Also, Full Throttle Speedway is within half a mile (1 km) and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Full Throttle Speedway - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whalebone Junction - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Jennette's Pier - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 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.

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Summary:
Vacation in simpler times with your pups.

The sound of the screen door closing behind you, the smell of the sea in the air and the vintage feel of old school Nags Head - if you've ever said, "remember when," then this 1950's cottage is for you! Renovated yet nostalgic and full of classic Nags Head charm, this is the well-appointed beach cottage you’ve been looking for.

A dog-friendly cottage with a studio layout, Kemp & Olive features a well-equipped kitchen, a flat screen TV, WiFi, cable, a shared washer & dryer, and a mini-split heating & air conditioning system for optimal temperature control. The outdoor area offers an outdoor shower, charcoal grill, an outdoor hose, and a backyard firepit – B.Y.O firewood and smores!! For your convenience, the cottage has a cart for hauling your beach gear to and from the sand.

Linens and cleaning are included in the rate. Linens are provided by an independent vendor (bed linens, bath towels, washcloths, sheets). Bed will be made when you arrive!

Our awesome caretaker, Aaron, lives nearby and is as committed to your experience as we are.

Located on the beach road, the property is just a short walk away from a beautiful beach access over a natural dune on Grouse Street (see aerial photos above). One of two cottages onsite, Kemp and Olive is one of just a handful of cottage courts still in existence in Nags Head.

In addition to many local retail shops, fine and casual dining establishments and grocery stores, the cottage is also close to many great local attractions including the beautifully renovated Jennette's Pier (less than one mile away), the North Carolina Aquarium in Manteo, Jockey's Ridge, Tanger Outlet shopping, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Coquina Beach, and off-roading and fishing at Oregon Inlet.

There is a two-dog maximum, we do not allow cats, and we do not charge a pet fee. There is no smoking allowed in the cottage. The cottage is not handicap accessible. We have a 30-day cancellation policy - refunds will only be issued if cancellation is submitted in writing to the property manager outside of 30 days from check-in date.

Thank you for considering Kemp & Olive Cottage!

What Our Past Guests Are Saying About Kemp & Olive:



When I opened the door, my heart fell in love – I really wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else!



Most perfect little vacation house! Everything you need to enjoy the Outer Banks!

Getting Around:
Closest airports RDU (Raleigh, Durham NC) and ORF (Norfolk VA). Car needed to best explore the area.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please refer to VRA.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Free

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Cottage Easy Beach Access
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Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Easy Beach Access
Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Cottage Easy Beach Access
Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Easy Beach Access Nags Head
Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Cottage Easy Beach Access
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Charmingly Renovated Vintage Studio Easy Beach Access

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! to the airport?

This cottage is 7.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! to the beach?

This cottage is 4.6 mi (9-min drive) from Outer Banks Beaches and 6.2 mi (10-min drive) from beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! to downtown Nags Head?

This cottage is 4.6 mi away from Nags Head.

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Gracious host and support staff. Can’t wait to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great small cottage for a week trip with a couple small dogs. The beach is directly across the street. You can walk to a couple restaurants and located many other drivable options. This was our 3rd time staying at the property and couldn't recommend it more.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit to the beach! Cottage was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable tiny cottage in a good location across from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location in area we love. Host very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! Clean and just the right size for us and our pup!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler T.

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

This was a great little place to stay!

We had a lovely time. Close access to beach, had both our dogs with us and the proximity was close to all the fun things in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great place to stay.

Enjoyed our stay. Very relaxing. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage felt big enough for an efficiency and had all we needed. It was charming and clean. The location was so convenient to beach. Just across the street. Also close to a lot of great restaurants and shops. Would be great if a little gate on porch so dog could sit out there with us. Liked the rockers on the porch. My only complaint was that they were doing construction in cottage next door which was sometimes noisy and less private. It would have been nice to be informed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is perfect. Very close to the beach and just a wonderful little place. We want to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 2 people and plenty of room for our medium sized dog. Very convenient area and 5 minute walk to the beach. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

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

The perfect spot.

We spent several amazing nights here and absolutely loved it. The space was clean and very comfy. For two people with or without a dog, it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bungalow is nicely appointed. It is clean and offered us what we needed. The fact it sits right on Route 12, please note if you’re a light sleeper the traffic may be a nuisance. Take earplugs. It is nicely located for so many places to eat, state parks, lighthouses, and more.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

A Sweet Little Cottage

We absolutely loved this cottage! It was exactly as pictured and perfect for our stay. The shower was great and the bed was comfortable. The best part, it is only a 5 minute walk to the beach!Communication with the host was also top notch. Cleaniness was great as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Great location. Pet friendly.

The location was very good. The beach is literally across the street. Very cozy little pet friendly cottage within walking distance to everything. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Perfect for 2

Perfect for 2 and our pup! Clean, easy access to the beach, Amy is great to work with! This was our second stay here and we intend to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Sunrise stay!

We watched sunrise every morning at the beach and sunset every evening at the sound…great location. The cottage is just as described…charming and the team were excellent communicators.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittny S.

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

Perfect small family vacation

Perfect little place for my husband and i to stay for a week with out dogs. Very clean for a dog friendly home and perfect location. No complains
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emlyn H.

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

Cute and quaint little cottage

This was a perfect place to stay with my partner and dog. The listing was very accurate and the communication from Amy was phenomenal. Bed was comfy and the place had everything we could need for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect for a quick no frills getaway

This property is fantastic. Exactly as advertised a small cottage just across the street from the beach. Full well appointed kitchen, small eating table, and a nice roomy sitting area. Great for two adults and a couple of dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

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

Very relaxing.

My husband, little dog, Sparky and I enjoyed our stay immensely. Our cottage was beautiful and very comfortable. Our host was very accommodating and had great communication. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Super Cute Cottage

This one room cottage is cute and in a great location with close beach access. Storage is limited so pack lightly, but the sitting area has seating options and the kitchen has all the basics. For my husband and I and our rescue hound it was a great space to crash after exploring the outer banks and chillin' on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA J.

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

Cute and close to everything

1st time visiting OBX. This home was a nice place. I would re book.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

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

Perfect Getaway

Perfect, cozy home for your getaway. The property was super warm, welcoming, and clean. It had everything you could need for a comfortable stay. The hosts were very informative, attentive and pleasant. No complaints!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Everything we needed

Kempwas perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

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