Step into Fred Wood Cottage, a historic oceanfront home in Nags Head with wide expansive decks and awesome ocean views. Experience the best front porch on the east coast and enjoy quality time with family, friends, or neighbors while taking in the salty air. Inside you'll feel like you've stepped back in time with wood-paneled walls and wooden floors.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10198 sq m
Popular amenities
Beach view
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.
Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!
Fred Wood Cottage: Historic, oceanfront home in Nags Head with wide expansive decks and awesome ocean views!
Bed Sizes: 2 King, 1 Double, 4 Twin
IMPORTANT: To preserve these beautiful historic homes, OPEN FLAMES on the porches or near the homes ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
Along a two-mile stretch in Nags Head sits a row of homes that will take you back to days gone by and the Fred Wood Cottage c.1930. These beautiful oceanfront, old Nags Head style cottages are a testament to the pioneers who built these and brought their families across the sound to vacation here in the summer. The wide expansive porches are a distinctive feature of these homes, encircling four sides of the house with sloping roofs and providing a place for families to gather out of the sun. Many hours were spent on the porches watching the ocean and talking with family, friends, and neighbors. The Fred Wood Cottage is known to have the best front porch on the east coast! Inside you'll feel the history continue with the wood-paneled walls and wooden floors and charming decor. This historic home is sure to be a family favorite year after year. Fred Wood Cottage was built to withstand the elements and keep families comfortable during the summer. Take the sandy path to the beach and enjoy a day basking in the sun, surfing, swimming, and searching for seashells and sea glass. Bring your family and friends to this beautiful home and add to the new memories being made in this historic home.
LEVEL 2 Screened Porch - Full-Size Refrigerator, Access to Half Bath Sun Deck - Enclosed Outside Shower Front Covered Porch Bedroom 1 - Two Twin Beds, Private Bath Laundry Area Living Area - Deck Access, Fireplace Not Operational Dining Area - Deck Access Kitchen Area - Island Seating for 2 Den Oceanside Covered Porch
LEVEL 3 Half Bath Bedroom 2 - Two Twin Beds Bedroom 3 - King Bed Bedroom 4- King Bed Bedroom 5 - Double Bed Half Bath
Exploring Nags Head: Fred Wood Cottage is centrally located to many of our wonderful local dining options, unique shops, and historic sites to visit.
Beach Access: Private beach access is located directly behind home.
*Oceanfront homes are subject to beach nourishment projects scheduled by individual towns. Visit our FAQ regarding beach nourishment and links to town provided schedules.*
No Smoking/Vaping. No Pets. The fireplace is not operational. Fred Wood Cottage has central AC/Heat. Milepost: 13
All reservations are offered to purchase travel insurance for an additional 7.75% of your rent and taxes. Please refer to the rental agreement you will be signing to accept or decline this coverage as your refund in the time of cancellation will be dependent on your acceptance in most situations. All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed. Payment for travel insurance, if accepted, will be processed upon receipt of this signed agreement.
Standard cancellation policy is: CANCELLATION POLICY and SUBSTITUTIONS - Any changes, including changing dates, switching of properties, or complete cancellations will invoke the cancellation policy. Agent recommends all Renters purchase travel insurance offered at time of booking to protect them in the event of an unexpected event affecting their vacation. Agent cannot offer future credits or immediate refunds for unexpected cancellations due to emergencies regardless of the situation, including but not limited to weather events and acts of God, unexpected illnesses, injury or death, changing of plans, or job loss. Please do not ask. All cancellations are subject to a fifty dollar ($50.00) cancellation fee. Cancellations must be submitted to Agent in writing (email is acceptable). In the event of cancellation, no refund of monies paid will be made unless the Property is re-rented for the same price and time period of this original vacation rental agreement. If the Property is re-rented for a lesser price or time period, the original Tenant will receive a refund for the difference between the originally agreed upon rental amount and the rebooked rental amount as Owner is entitled to receive the full amount of the original rental agreement. Agent will make every effort to re-rent the Property at the full amount. Tenant acknowledges that Agent has full discretion on negotiating rental rates in an effort to get the Property re-rented and make the Owner whole, while also attempting to get the Tenant the highest refund possible.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
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 hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming 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)
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
All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Minors are welcome with their accompanying parents
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 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 vacation home is on the beach. Nags Head Golf Links and OBX Laser Tag are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park. Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
Is Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! 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 Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Nags Head vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Outer Banks Hospital and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Outer Banks Beaches. Tracks in the Sand and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! Reviews
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I really liked this quirky old house. The porches and location cannot be beat. Excellent communication and service from Costal Carolina Vacations. I would definitely rent Fred Wood Cottage again.
This rustic gem was perfect for our stay at the beach. It could use some improvements but is still perfect for the beach. It had everything we needed and is just a few steps off the back porch to the ocean. I laid in my bed upstairs and watched the waves crash. We hope to come back to this same house again next year.
Beautiful location. House is historic but needs some minor upgrades (door knobs). Very charming. Rental agency very accommodating with regard to broken pipe during Christmas freeze before we arrived. All compromised and it worked out well.
We loved the beach house. It was quaint, and had a great location. We had issues with the power on day 5. The Coastal Carolina staff was very accommodating and arranged for us to move into another nearby property. The transition was seamless, and the service team did a great job of communicating with us. Would definitely recommend.
It was wonderful to imagine what life at the cottage was like in 1930's Nags Head, without AC. No matter. The ocean breeze and magnificent wrap around porches, keep it cool. What a treasure. It was a real treat to enjoy time in a cottage from a day gone by..