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Nena's - Oceanfront

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Kill Devil Hills cottage

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with sand and grass.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There are three stools at the counter.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a ceiling fan, a sofa, a chair, and a table.
A wooden cabin with a large sliding glass door to the beach, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a sofa with patterned cushions.
A wooden deck with a bench, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean at sunset.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6765 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Place, Kitty Hawk Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Kitty Hawk Beach and Paradise Fun Park. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Avalon Fishing Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paradise Fun Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
  • ‪Slice Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 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.

Nena's - Oceanfront

**New Listing**
At Nena's, grandma's cottage is the old Nags Head feel quaint little cottage. Kept in the original 1960s Vintage style with a fresh, updated look and feel. Spectacular oceanfront views in a comfortable screened in covered porch. Direct beach access. South deck view provides excellent sunrises and sunsets with the ocean breeze behind you. Enjoy a nice home cooked meal at Nena's or take a quick stroll to several local restaurants in the immediate area. New walkway extension provides easy access to the beach off the porch.

What other guests enjoy about this cottage.
- Oceanview screened in porch, great for pets
- Fantastic ocean views
- Easy access to the beach directly off the back porch and walkway from the driveway
- Kept the traditional 1960s old Nags Head feel
- Great location near many restaurants

Cottage Reminders:
- Wifi info on fridge
- Bring TP and Paper Towels
- Check-in after 4pm, checkout by 10am

2026 Improvements:
New King bed in Master
New King Mattress and boxspring
New catwalk ext to beach off deck
New exterior paint Blue
New swivel chairs coming soon!
New rear landing and steps coming soon!

2025 Improvements:
New painted kitchen cabinets and bar white
New screens on porch
New gas grill with cover
Added flat screen TVs for bedrooms

* Septic tank is small so please don't run multiple loads of laundry at a time. It needs time to drain or a bad odor will occur.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 765 square feet

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No restriction on size or quantity

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 Registration Number 248047

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nena's - Oceanfront to the airport?

This cottage is 18 mi (29-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Nena's - Oceanfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Nena's - Oceanfront to the beach?

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

Does Nena's - Oceanfront offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Nena's - Oceanfront ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Nena's - Oceanfront have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Nena's - Oceanfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Nena's - Oceanfront to downtown Kill Devil Hills?

This cottage is 3.8 mi away from Kill Devil Hills.

Nena's - Oceanfront Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed sitting on the porch to watch the waves and listen to them crashing on the beach. We also loved the direct access to the beach. This was our first trip to the beach with our rescue dog; and the setup was great for us to introduce him to the beach, which he loved exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melissa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall okay stay and would probably stay again. Pros: great location on beach, comfortable king bed, working TVs, washer and dryer, pet friendly!Cons: pet fee requirement wasn’t listed on website, AC was broken and house got up to 83degs, strong septic smell in house (we didn’t do any loads of laundry), and had to wash utensils and clean out/soak whole coffee machine before they were usable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tash C.

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

Can't beat the ocean views

Perfect for 2 dogs and a couple. We enjoyed being able to vacation right on the ocean with our pups. Close to surfing and good restaurants as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clyde G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage with incredible view. Very dog friendly and clean. Great communication with owner. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Right on the beach with beautiful sunrises! Perfect property for myself, husband, 9 month old daughter and large dog! Just what you need to enjoy a week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely a wonderful experience all around place was in the perfect location and in great shape and hospitality was awesome not only will I be going down again but I will be going twice a year . Thank you for the wonderful experience
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Skip C.

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

Beach House

Nice house right on beach. Great location. Close to many activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Perfect week at the beach!

Our family of 4 loved staying at Nena’s oceanfront! The beach is just steps away from the house and the house was clean and comfortable for our family! The views (especially sunrises) were stunning! We loved relaxing on the beach, swimming in the ocean, and doing a little surf fishing! It was the perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ada M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted an old school cottage on the beach and this was the perfect spot for my husband, myself and our dog! Great location--there's a coffee shop within walking distance and lots of great restaurants just a bike ride (or drive/walk) away. Kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook. Couches were comfy and having windows open at night to hear the ocean was awesome! There is easy access to walk across the dunes and onto the beach too. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

Kitty Hawk Retreat

Nice little place. No frills. All one story that allow to walk right out into the beach. Very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Great location

The property is the ideal beach vacation property. The screened in porch is amazing and the beach is just steps away!! The property comfortably fit our 3 dogs. The owner was very responsive. We definitely plan to come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

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

Gem of the Outer Banks

Nena’s was the perfect getaway for our young family! We loved the charm and character of the home and it was very clean when we arrived. The screened in porch is what makes this house so special and we spent a lot of our time out there. The beach was only steps away and not crowded at all. Nena’s is a hidden gem! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Rejuvenating get away

My husband and I found this rental to be the perfect spot for us to get away from it all. The ocean front location could not be better and we enjoyed the sunrise every morning. The house is just the right size for a small family or a couple. It was clean and the porch was perfect for us to enjoy when the sun got too hot. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

RELAXING

This was the most relaxing vacation i have taken. I will definitely be back. Listening to the waves while going to sleep was amazing. Found some awesome seashells. Mark was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora Sue B.

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

The Right Fit for Our Trip

The oceanfront location was exactly what we wanted for this trip to the beach. The size of the house fit our needs, and the screened-in porch was wonderful for relaxing with a book while watching and listening to the waves, enjoying a meal, or checking out the beach for a walk. The location also was convenient for visiting area attractions and checking out restaurants.This was our first time using Vrbo, and the owner was friendly and quick to respond to our questions. We were fortunate to have our son with us to help spot traffic to get out of the parking space.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Becky R.

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

Kitty Hawk Beach Week 5/2024

We had a really nice time on our trip. The beginning of the week was rainy and we were so glad to have the covered porch so we could still be outside. The sunrises are absolutely stunning! In addition, we saw SO much wild life on land and in the water. I have never seen so many dolphins, porpoises, and even a whale tail splash one time!! If you are looking for a great location, close beach access and a home that isn't fancy, but will meet your needs then this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily W.

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

Amazing location for those who can bring everything with them.

Overall we enjoyed our stay. This is a good place to pick if you are willing to bring almost every amenity/necessity with you (all sheets, towels-kitchen, hand, bath, beach, tp, paper towel, hand soap, shampoo, bath mat). It is amazingly close to the ocean and has a great view. Though we didn’t realize we’d have to climb over a dune to get to the beach. This could be problematic for older and very young guests. Mattresses really need to be replaced. Good place to pick for people who are able to pack A LOT and are willing to give up amenities for great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Excellent!

First off communication was superb! We had the few questions we asked quickly. We had 1 issue that was fixed that same day. The place itself was perfect. It’s right there on the beach. We brought our 2 dogs and they loved it. And it gave us peace of mind because we didn’t have to deal with crossing streets etc. Just down some stairs up the dune and we were there. The dune was much easier for the dogs than us but it wasn’t too bad. Did I mention the porch? I probably should because I spent every morning there enjoying the sunrise and eating breakfast. It gives you a spectacular view of the beach and ocean. There’s a side deck as well that we enjoyed. A small thing i appreciated was actually having a gas grill outside. I am a horrible cook with charcoal so it was nice to have that as an option The washer and dryer was great! You are at a beach so you’ll need to do some general sweeping etc but that was to be expected. I would also recommend backing into the driveway. It wakes it much much easier when trying to get out on the main road. If I had a slight criticism it would be the bed in the room closest to the beach. It may have had its best years already but it wasn’t a deal breaker. We absolutely would love to go back !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Monde C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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