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Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach

Beachfront vacation home near Outer Banks Beaches

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4 bedrooms, WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bodie Island Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

On the beach.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 Bodie Island Lighthouse. Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • beach - 6 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 6 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬7 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.

Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach

"Shirl's Shores" is a 4 Bedroom, 2 bath classic beach bungalow, arranged with 2 bedrooms/1 bath on each side separated by a large open central living area. It is perfect for 1 or 2 families. SHIRL'S SHORES IS A 7 DAY, MINIMUM, SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ROTATION. Sleeps 8, with queen beds in 3 bedrooms and 2 twins in the 4th. This cottage has been owned by the same family since 1980 and has been enjoyed as a vacation site by many families and fishermen over the years. Previously, rented through a local agency, we manage it directly (retired and full time residents of Nags Head). We want you to enjoy a true beach experience. The location is ideal for beachcombers and nature lovers. (Milepost 21)-the southern side of S. Nags Head-close to the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. Considering the ideal location, the rates are truly value priced. In keeping with the goal of "economy pricing", linens are not standard. Guests would bring their own sheets (3 queens, 2 twins) & towels. Bedspreads, pillows, blankets, and mattress pads are provided. We can direct you to local linen services, should you need them.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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
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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beach We Gotcha Beach-oceanside Steps Uncrowded Beautiful Beach
Beach We Gotcha Beach-oceanside Steps Uncrowded Beautiful Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 12 mi (17-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach to the beach?

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

Does Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach to downtown Nags Head?

This vacation home is 9.4 mi away from Nags Head.

Beach? We gotcha Beach-oceanside, only steps from uncrowded beautiful beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay. Very clean and the host was very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen is newly remodeled and lovely. Check-in was very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable place to stay. Close to the beach, quiet area, love the Kitchen, check in right on time & the house was well maintained. Probably could use a new shower curtain in one of the restrooms. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had great weather and a great time. They updated the kitchen and it is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kati W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great week! The house was perfect and consistent with pictures and description in the listing. Well equipped kitchen with lots of seating at the island. We got plenty of use and appreciated the outdoor shower. Easy walk to and from the beach. Becky was friendly and met with us at check in. Appreciate the personal touch, especially compared to the rental companies!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great house

Wonderful experience for our first VRBO. Our check-in / check-out couldn't have been any easier. The house was clean and perfect size for our family. The host was super and made sure we had her cell number before we even arrived in case we needed something
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay!

This is the second time we have stayed here - once again we enjoyed our stay. The location has great access to beach. The house is clean and the kitchen had been updated since our last stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erica E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Stay was nice, house is alittle outdated
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nags Head Get Away

This is our second summer in this house. Steps to the beach, great layout in the house. My daughter and her family had their wing while my husband and I had ours. Big surprise this year was the new kitchen and island — everything was perfect. Becky and Shirley are the best hosts! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA O.

Liked: Cleanliness

3rd year staying here

This was the third year our family stayed at Shirl's Shores. Communication is excellent. The house floor plan is great: open living room/kitchen/eat in island. Two bedrooms and a bathroom are on one side of the house and another two bedrooms and a bathroom on the other side. The kitchen has been recently updated with new cabinets and countertops - so pretty. It's a short stroll to the beach. The neighborhood is family/pet friendly. Restaurants and shopping is about 10 - 15 minutes away. The town of Duck is a little farther away but worth the trip to find all of the shops and bookstores. I recommend Shirl's Shores for a family friendly vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

This is our 2nd year staying at Shirl's Shores. 4 adults and our dogs were comfortable and pleased with the house. The owners understand the meaning of family time. Highly recommend Shirl's Shores.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rainy vacation

Located in South Nags Head a short drive to the main strip. The house layout was great with bedrooms and bath on each side separated by the living area. A short walk to the beach it was the perfect location. Unfortunately the weather was not our friend but I recommend this beach house for a Nags Head getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This is our second time here. Love the location and the layout of the house is great when staying with friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

I booked the stay to celebrate my 50th birthday with my 3 kids (20, 18, 15) & my son’s girlfriend (also 18). We had a wonderful time. The location was perfect and convenient for relaxing, shopping, site seeing, and being on the beach. The house was cozy, stocked with kitchen equipment, and the washer and dryer were in perfect condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Felt like home had moved to the beach!

Well appointed, kitchen exceeded expectations, steps to beach, one porch always in shade! Owners were attentive, helpful and very kind! Staying here provided a worry free vacation week! We are grateful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia R., Blue Ridge Va

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

I cannot say enough nice things about our stay at this home. The location is great! It was such an easy walk to the beach down a quiet little street, just 4 houses from the beach. The beach was not busy when we visited during prime season. We were also close enough to the protected seashore areas that we could explore away from all of the more crowded areas. Becky (the owner's daughter) was incredibly nice and very willing to help when we had a minor issue. The house was clean and well laid out. The outdoor shower was clean and so nice to have. Our party was all family (3 couples and a child under 5) and we had plenty of room for everyone to hangout and even eat at the same table. Thank you Becky (and Shirley) for a wonderful week! We are excited to come back in years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach

The location of this house was perfect. It is a very short walk to the beach that is not crowded. The house was a nice size for my family and parents. We would stay here again. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as described

This was our first time in OBX and it did not disappoint. We loved the house, it was in a great location in nags head. The owners were easy to work with. I would highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house vacay

We loved how close we were from the beach. We had everything we needed to have a great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!!

We stayed in the cottage for a week and it could not have been more perfect for us . The location is extremely convenient , away from all the hustle & bustle but just close enough if you needed to go anywhere for anything . Walking distance to the ocean which was great ! This place is beautiful and the neighborhood is clean and friendly ! These are some of the best hosts I’ve ever had ! Thank you for sharing your place with us ! We had an amazing time !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

Enjoyed our stay! Great house and location. Shirley and Becky (hosts) provided great recommendations of where to eat and shop. Will try to book again next time we are at the OBX.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation 2023

Great location. Love the layout of the house. Good communication with the owner. Definitely needs some updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ami J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Nags Head House!

Great house with great location. Clean, organized and well equipped! A Gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing!

Shirl's Shores was perfect! Location was a short walk to the beach. Close to shopping for gifts and groceries. Plenty of room for 4 adults and our pets. Plenty of walking paths. The trip to see the wild horses on the beach at Corolla was wonderful. The weather was cool and windy but it didn't stop us enjoying OBX! The bedrooms were comfortable, kitchen stocked with what we needed to prepare our meals, no problems with wifi. Communication with owners and checkin was smooth. Neighborhood was quiet. I recommend Shirl's Shores to any family looking for a comfortable place to spend a week at OBX. We are already planning our trip for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

Just as advertised and very clean, plenty of kitchen supplies for our use.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023