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Close to Nags Head Fishing Pier, Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71347 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome.

  • If you're looking for a small affordable family cottage in a quiet location within an easy walk to the beach (2 blocks), then this is it! Very comfortably furnished and well-equipped (especially the kitchen), kept in great shape by part-time local owner, the Cooley Cottage offers a quiet yet very convenient location. There is just a short walk to a beach access with a lifeguard stand. Virtually no traffic on this cul-de-sac, yet right in the heart of Nags Head activities, whether it be swimming at the beach or sound, shopping, or a variety of outdoor family activities. Plus it’s pet friendly! Grab those boogie boards and take a short walk to the beach where your family and your pooch can enjoy the Atlantic Ocean at its best.
    Restaurants, Nags Head Fishing Pier, coffee shops, shopping, and a variety of family amusements are all a short walk away from the quiet yet convenient location of this cottage. This is the perfect spot for those athletes coming for marathons! The cottage is a block from where the November race starts!

    Other listings provided by Blair James (see reviews from other happy travelers - put listing number in "search destination" to locate:
    Property ID - 3643209 Sand Joy I

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 14,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

*One dog limit! *When booking check "pet" for the fee to be added. Thank you! *Please keep your dog off of the furniture, unless covered.
If you are outside of any House Rules and/or Rental Agreement, it could result in termination of stay.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: $175 pet fee for 1 dog

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Nags Head, this cottage is near the beach. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
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NC, Nags Head

What's nearby

  • A brick building with a sign for Seaside Art Gallery, Estate Jewelry, and Antiques.
    Seaside Art Gallery
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".
    Nags Head Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A sandy dune landscape with sparse vegetation and wind turbines in the distance.
    Jockey's Ridge State Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dowdy Park
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • OBX Laser Tag
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Biscuits N’ P*rn
    2 min drive
  • Wendy's
    3 min drive
  • Miller's Seafood & Steak House
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to the beach, clean and comfy! Your pooch is welcome. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dowdy Park and Nags Head Fishing Pier. Nags Head Beach and Seaside Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation!

We loved returning to this awesome house. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away

It was a clean, nice home for our fishing trip! We are hoping to come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Nags Head

Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay. Short walk to the beach, clean, reasonably priced, and willing to take the dog. Would absolutely stay there againl
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at OBX

CCC is a wonderful cottage, very clean, well appointed and a great location for all the area offers. Highly recommend and hope to return again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing beach stay!

Property was pleasant and clean. Close proximity to beach, restaurants and activities. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

Had a great time returning to the Outer Banks with my family. Great location and loved that we were able to bring the dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Our” OBX beach house

We have been coming to CCC for over 20 years - love the house updates thru the years and the convenient location to many of our favorite places in OBX. This is the only place we have stayed and already looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

The place was great. On a cul de sac, quiet. Walkable to beach. It was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cottage

This was great for a family with kids! It is an easy walk to the beach with access that allows for a wagon. There is also a close playground that has a farmers market on Thursdays. It is an easy drive to activities and restaurants too. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really enjoyed our stay!!

My wife and daughter had a great week and really enjoyed the staying here. The property was nicely furnished with a welcoming and relaxing feel. The property manager was very thoughtful and responsive. We highly recommend this vacation home and will remember it for future visits to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We love staying at CCC! Some highlights? The size of the cottage is perfect for a family, the kitchen is updated and well appointed, the beds are very comfortable, and the outdoor shower is great! Best of all is the location… walking distance to the beach, Dowdy Park, and Tortugas Lie. We will stay here again and again!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient

Most everything was walking distance! Love the park and Farmers Market at the park. Clean and comfortable and the owner was friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this cottage!

We always love our stay at CCC. So close to the beach, walking distance to Dowdy Park, Tortugas Lie, and Morning View, and on a quiet cul-de-sac... you can't ask for a better location. Amenities are great with two full bathrooms and an outdoor shower, plus a great kitchen if you decide to cook in. And we will return later in the year with our pup!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay at CCC

The home is very tastefully and lovingly decorated. Many of the pieces of artwork were created by the grandchildren of the owners. You can tell the this is truly a family vacation home and that they take pride in the cottage. The kitchen is well equipped and the family room/ kitchen are very comfortable. Easy walk to the beach. Located near lots of restaurants and shopping. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We were incredibly impressed with this property. It was very very clean and was just beautiful with up to date furnishings, kitchen, and bathrooms. There was a lot of useable outdoor spaces that were equally as nice. So comfortable! The walk to the beach access was short and there were plenty of great shops, restaurants, gas stations, and grocery stores very close by. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, location, location!

CCC was in the perfect spot! Easy walk to the beach. Yummy ice cream and açaí bowls right around the corner!! Easy walk to Food Lion. Our family had a great time. The cottage is beautiful and impeccably clean! Checking in and out was easy and communication with Blair was quick. Looking at 2024 dates for a potential return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy and very-well located

Was very good. Plenty is space, particularly liked having an outdoors sitting area under the deck. A few extra basics to help with the on arrival would have been helpful, dish soap and a few coffee filters. In other places I have stayed charcoal for the BBQ is usually provided. We had a wonderful week and would definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short but sweet vacation

Clean and cozy cottage is in a quiet cul-de-sac. This place had everything we needed for a low-key vacation. Grocery store, and kids' activities were all close by. The beach was about a 3-4 block walk which could be tricky if you have a lot of gear, but there was a nice big parking lot we would drive to every morning. There is also a lifeguard station with clean bathrooms next to the parking lot, so you didn't have to run back to the house. Overall, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway and Great owners!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the location of the house it was so homey and lovely.. got to meet the landlord and she was the sweetest lady will definitely rent from her again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beach house has a warm ,comfortable and loving atmosphere. Easy to get to grocery stores and coffe shops!!! We will be back next year. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to beach, restaurants, grocery, & shops.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's always a good time staying at CCC. Great location. Well stocked kitchen and a beachy layout help you coast into relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was close to the beach, clean and comfortable. Nice community, just a block to a great park. We will definitely consider again for future summer vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic nags head beach house. Perfect home for our young family to create amazing memories. I would definitely recommend this home and will be keeping an eye out for it every time I am planning my OBX trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025