Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Nags Head vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Seaside Art Gallery. Also, OBX Laser Tag is within half a mile (1 km) and Dowdy Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
Jockey's Ridge State Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Nags Head Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Nags Head Woods Preserve - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Jennette's Pier - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Biscuits N’ P*rn - 16 min walk
Dirty Dick's Crab House - 9 min walk
Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
The Kill Devil Grill - 16 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.
Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly
Welcome to Eleanor Dare by KEES Vacations!
Now available for 2026! Saturday check-in from 05/16/2026 to 09/05/2026 + Farmdog Cabana Services from 5/3/26 to 9/18/26.
This eight-bedroom oceanfront rental in the Nags Head Shores community is gorgeous! Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully designed, this is the OBX vacation rental you've been looking for!
Affectionately named after one of the members of the "Lost Colony" of 1587, Eleanor Dare is a premier property. Boasting over 5,000 square feet of living area with Eight En Suites, this home is a trailblazer within its neighboring vacation properties. Enjoy sweeping, unobstructed ocean views from the top-level and easy beach access from the private, dune-top stairs and gazebo.
Centrally located on the beaches of the Outer Banks, Eleanor Dare allows for effortless exploring. Take day trips to the islands of Ocracoke, Hatteras, and Roanoke or further discover Bodie Island during your stay.
Offering KEES' FlexStay program, you're able to choose your own vacation check-in or check-out dates at no additional cost!
This property has 8 parking spots for guests.
Want added comfort? Consider adding the Heated Pool option! A Heated Pool option can be added upon request for $50 per night of your reservation. This fee is added to your reservation at the time of the request, which must be a minimum of 72 hours before arrival. Pool heat must be added for the entirety of your stay.
This pool is heated by a heat pump. An ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.**
**Private heated pools will open on April 1st and close on November 1st. Hot tubs are open year-round. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6pm on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter the backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days. No pets allowed in pools.**
**Eleanor Dare is pet-friendly, so there is no need to leave your pooch at home! For a small one-time fee of $135, you can bring up to two dogs to our pet-friendly property. No cats or other animals, dogs only.**
Exclusive Cabana Services: 05/01/25 - 09/28/25 and 05/03/26 to 09/18/26 - This home receives daily oceanfront cabana and beach chair setup + breakdown services during your stay. No need to lug around your beach equipment when you stay at this home! Service includes (1) 10x10 cabana tent and (6) beach chairs. Setup hours are 10am to 5pm daily (except check-in day), weather permitting. This service is subject to local ordinances. Cabana service is provided by Farmdog Beach Services. Additional add-on services are available upon request for an additional charge.
Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am.
First Level
Recreation Room w/ Pool Table, Shuffleboard and Foosball Ice Machine Theater Room Wet Bar 1 King En Suite Elevator Laundry Area Half Bath
Second Level
3 King En Suites 1 Queen En Suite (Full Bathroom with Handicap/Wheelchair Friendly Features) 1 En Suite w/ Two Twins 1 Twin Bunk En Suite w/ 2 Bunk Sets Covered Terrace Deck
Third Level
1 King En Suite Great Room Dining Area Kitchen Covered Terrace Deck Half Bath
Pool Deck
Private Heated Pool Hot Tub Gas Grill Outdoor Shower
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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: 5,060 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
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 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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
66242
Frequently asked questions
How close is Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly to the airport?
This vacation home is 12.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 5.4 mi (9-min drive) from Kitty Hawk Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Eleanor Dare 8 Bedroom Oceanfront Home, Cabana Service, Private Pool & Pet Friendly to downtown Nags Head?