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Nena's - Oceanfront

Cottage on the beach, with water park

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Step into Nena's, a quaint 1960s vintage cottage with spectacular oceanfront views. Enjoy the fresh look and feel of this old Nags Head gem from the comfort of a screened-in porch or take in the sunrise and sunset from the south deck.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 671 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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 catwalk ext to beach off deck
New exterior paint Blue
New swivel chairs 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



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
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

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

  • 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

  • Water park
  • 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 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

General

  • Unit size: 765 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
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 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
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
Property Registration Number 248047

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, Kitty Hawk

What's nearby

  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Children at Play Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Pelican - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Beef & Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • Dunkin'

Frequently asked questions

Is Nena's - Oceanfront pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nena's - Oceanfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills cottage is just steps from Kitty Hawk Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Nena's - Oceanfront Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Diane F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

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