Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Entire home
8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16442 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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About this property
Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores
Welcome to the Sandbox by KEES Vacations!
Imagine waking up every morning and looking out your window at the ocean. Enjoy the ultimate convenience of your own private walkway with direct oceanfront access, located right next door to the house. Come in from a hot day on the beach and jump into the private pool, then relax in the hot tub. When you are finished, wash off in the outside shower.
Off the pool deck level, you will find a lounge area that includes a wet bar with a full-size refrigerator and a table for four. On this level is also the media room, two pyramid bunkbed/bunkbed rooms and a full bathroom. The media room is there for you to enjoy a good movie or listen to some music. Enjoy a game of pool or ping pong in the recreation room in the garage.
On the second level, you will find five bedrooms, all with King sized beds. Two of the King Bedrooms include a private bathroom and deck access. Wake up and head outside to enjoy the beautiful Outer Banks weather right from your room!
Up top on the third level, not only will you enjoy the view from the windows covering the wall, but you will find a living area with deck access, a dining room for 10, a kitchen area with island seating for 8, a breakfast nook that has a 4 person table and deck access, and a half bath. For the ones in the group who might stay up later than everyone else, there is also a King Bedroom with a private bath.
This is a perfect beach rental. Right on the ocean, plenty of room and amenities that will sure make for a great vacation! It is located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills near great restaurants, shopping and the Wright Brothers Memorial!
**Private unheated pools will open on April 16th and close on October 1st. Hot Tubs are available year-round. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6pm on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days. No pets allowed in pools.**
Fireplace not for guest use.
Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time. Check-Out is 10am.
Add a Village Beach Club Weekly Discovery Membership to Your Stay!
Turn your beach vacation into a resort experience! Add Village Beach Club access to your stay with a Weekly Discovery Membership. Lounge in luxury — enjoy dedicated food and beverage service poolside or beachfront, join a fitness class, challenge friends to a game of pickleball, or simply unwind in a cabana or lounge chair by the pool. With beach chairs and umbrellas, surfboards, oceanfront dining, and daily live music and entertainment all at your fingertips, Village Beach Club transforms your Outer Banks getaway into a full resort destination.
Weekly Discovery Memberships are $100 per person and can be purchased through the Village Beach Club website. KEES guests will receive an exclusive deal after booking your vacation rental for $25 off per person. Children 2 and under are free.
Parking passes are required for the Village Beach Club. Pricing is dynamic based on demand, with a maximum of $15 per day or $45 per week. The Village Beach Club pool is open from May 20 to October 1. The pool is open daily from 8:00am to 7:00pm with lap swimming available from 8:00am to 9:00am.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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: 4,761 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Nags Head Woods Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Outer Banks Brewing Station. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Kill Devil Hills travel guide
Is Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kill Devil Hills Beach, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Outer Banks Brewing Station and Aviation Dog Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Hawk Shores Reviews
Reviews
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a wonderful stay for the thanksgiving holiday with the whole family. The house was awesome - very clean , spacious , great location , hot tub was added bonus as well as the ping pong table! Would highly recommend this house to future renters !
I’m leaving an objective review to genuinely help people decide if this property is right for them, especially after seeing reviews pointing out little things. Our experience was excellent.
I work professionally in residential construction, so I’m probably more qualified than most to notice and evaluate issues in a home. That said, this is a vacation rental and should be judged accordingly. These homes see constant guests, more wear and tear than a typical residence, and limited time between bookings for repairs and maintenance.
Were there a few things that could use attention? Sure, but mostly minor cosmetic items that had no effect on our stay. To be clear, this house is by no means a dump, run-down, or beat up. Overall, it’s in good condition and honestly nicer than the average home most people live in.
The host was great and easy to reach if needed, but we never felt the need to contact them since the home was fully functional and everything worked as intended.
Some reviews focus on small imperfections while overlooking what really matters: an amazing oceanfront location right in the middle of town, excellent beach access, private hot tub and pool, and great convenience.
If every cosmetic imperfection bothers you, this may not be for you. But if you want an amazing oceanfront location, great amenities, and a relaxing family vacation, this place is hard to beat.
Perfect for our family, and we’ll absolutely be back. Highly recommend! 👍
We all love the place. I was very nervous about the previous comment about the property but I guess we were lucky not to have or fine problems
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
James M.
Jul 17, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property is not maintained very well. Kitchen is very limited on many things.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
WILLIAM B.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Great location and lovely views. The house was poorly maintained: jacuzzi in primary bath on top floor didn’t work and ceiling of bedroom below was heavily damaged. Safety gates to pool didn’t work (unable to reach maintenance so purchased tools and fixed it ourselves), kitchen is poorly stocked for a house this size. On the plus side, when a toilet overflowed, maintenance did respond quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Joe P.
Sep 25, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad Upkeep of Property
The first thing that you notice when you walk up the stairs into the main living room is that the windows were so nasty that you could not see the view. The dishwasher was full of dishes, the bed covers had a smell, and there were still an old deodorant container sticking out from under the bed. This is a beautiful property that is not being taken care of as it should be. I know its on the beach, and in a sometimes bad environment but there is no excuse for the lack of effort in general housekeeping.
Rented this property managed by KEES. Multiple issues with the place when we showed up. Granite counter top cracked in half. Door knob to master bath toilet broken. Couldn’t access the toilet until I got a screwdriver to remove the knob. Piece of furniture upside down with a broken leg. No propane for the grill. All of these issues were immediately reported to KEES. KEES apologized and said they would immediately send someone out. Two days go by and I heard nothing. I follow up. KEES apologizes again and says they have escalated. Two more days nothing. I followed up again and never heard back again. I asked for at a minimum a refilled propane tank but they couldn’t even do that. Be prepared you are paying for beach front location only. Don’t expect anything from the property management company.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Buyer Beware
First, the management company didn’t send us the code for the door so luckily we convinced the cleaning crew to let us in, but the cleaning crew left without cleaning much of anything. There was food all over the floor, no towels, toilet paper or soap in the master bath, and trash all around the outside of the house. The shower door in one of the bathrooms is falling off the hinges and the boardwalk to the beach is a death trap. If you have young kids, be careful. If you’re lucky only one will need a tetanus booster after cutting their foot open on a rusty nail (which happened to my nephew). The third floor balcony railing is literally being held together with zip ties, I kid you not, so don’t lean against it. None of the ice makers work so plan to bring plenty of ice from the store. The washing machine was leaking and when we informed the management company, they sent a handyman who just walked in the house without a word and we had to tell him to get out and come back after we checked out. Like other people who reviewed this house, the management company said they would consider giving us some form of “compensation” for our inconvenience, but I haven’t heard anything since we left and I’m not holding my breath. The location is great and we enjoyed the pool, but that is about the only good thing I can say about this property. If I owned this house, I would be embarrassed and would immediately fire the management and cleaning company. And watch out for the roaches.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Rita H.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Unsafe & Needs Repairs
We cannot recommend this property to future renters without disclosing the many issues that we discovered throughout our stay. All issues we were aware of from the previous renter’s review were not fixed as we were told they would be by Kees. When we arrived, we found a dead cockroach in the hallway & many live ones that would come out at night. The 3 tier deck was rigged with a PVC pipe holding up the landing which was discovered when a family member almost fell through.This is the only issue that was addressed during our stay, and many other issues were reported.We had repair people there fixing the deck while we were on vacation. My husband did several minor repairs such as nailing down screws on the stairs and the pier to the beach as we had our 4 young grand children with us, and we didn't want any injuries.The internet was out & had been the week prior to our arrival. We had to triage the issue with Spectrum during our stay. The listing advertises with internet. Broken chairs were stacked in the dining room. Holes in walls because of no door stops. I had to clean the kitchen floor twice upon arrival as it was so sticky & the dishwasher was full of dishes. We sent a list of 20 issues to Kees with pictures and a request to return some of the cost we paid, but have yet to hear from them. If you decide to rent this place bring your cleaning supplies and tool belt. There has got to be places on the ocean front in much better condition for the price.