SERENITY AWAITS...AWESOME Reviews-1960's Cozy Ocean-Front and Fido Friendly too! - Vacation rental home in Kitty Hawk, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 800 square feet

This cozy and comfortable 1960's beach front bungalow has been lovingly refreshed with most modern amenities while maintaining the serene bungalow vibe for your enjoyment. As soon as you walk up to the front door and unlock the intelligent lock with your personal code, you enter into "Serenity" and see the impressive Atlantic beckoning you. Classic board and batten walls and refinished original tongue and groove Southern pine floors fill the bungalow with a nod toward a more simple and laid back time. Just ideal to savor your beach and ocean get-away. The sand and waves are only a few steps from the covered and gated porch.

Serenity Oceanside is located at roughly mile post 2.5 on the beach road. The bungalow is close to many eateries, shopping and family fun activities, many within walking/cycling distance. This location is also great for a couples only getaway, girls or guys get-away to spend time on the beach, shop, golf or fish.

Serenity Oceanside will ideally accommodate up to seven in three bedrooms. Two queen bedrooms includes one ocean-front and one semi-oceanfront, also with great ocean vistas. Each of these rooms also has ceiling fans. The third bedroom has a pyramid bunk bed, that can sleep up to three with an oscillating floor fan. All bedrooms are appointed with intelligent TVs. Sail off to sleep on premium beds and pillows, while listening to the surf.

Whip up your favorite meal or catch of the day with GE appliances and elegant Maui Quartz countertops and granite sink in the well-equipped kitchen. You won't miss a min. of the waves, during meal prep and clean up, as the kitchen has handsome vistas of the beach.

Appreciate your morning coffee on the covered porch overlooking the Atlantic. Take a leisurely walk on the beach to watch the sun rise, pelicans fly overhead and dolphin and fish play in the waves. Unwind and rejuvenate at Serenity Oceanside.

Relish your time off the beach in the comfortably furnished open living room with cozy slip covered furnishings, sizable flat screen TV, bar area, board games and books. Keep cool with central air and ceiling and floor fans in all bedrooms. Savor your meals at a rustic white washed pine dining table overlooking the Atlantic or at the picnic table on the back porch. You just can't get closer to the sights, sounds and salty air of the beach than at Serenity Oceanside Cottage.

Don't let one-bathroom home dissuade you from this cozy bungalow. Enjoy the completely modernized bathroom, which includes a ship-lap shower while gazing at the waves roll in or appreciate the outside private shower with hot and cold water with sounds of the surf just over the dune line.

Conclude your day with a drink and stroll outside to the front gated deck to watch the elegant colors of the OBX sunsets. Let your gaze drift to the nighttime sky to see twinkling stars and planets overhead. A walk on the nighttime beach beckons where ghost crabbing is always a favorite with the kids!

For the snorkeling aficionados, check out the British Steamer Mountaineer Wreck also known as the Wink's Wreck. It was stranded December 25th, 1852 and is located 100 yards offshore and roughly 100 yards South of the bungalow. It's estimated at a depth of 10 to 30 feet. It's a local favorite and our son loves to dive "snorkel" the wreck! Google for Wink's Wreck or Kitty Hawk Mountaineer Steamer Wreck for more info.

Serenity Oceanside is located within walking distance to Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar (Wedding Wire 2019 Couples' Choice Award Winner) serving a delicious nightly menu, including vegetarian options and stop by their outstanding Martini Bar. If eating the best burger on the beach in flip flops is on your bucket list, you are in luck and it's also within walking distance! Try Art's Place, featured in "Our State" magazine and winning Finest Burger on the Beach, they serve a killer homemade breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy casual food and beverages on their "sway" bar with handsome expansive vistas of the Atlantic and live music in their "backyard".

Slow down and enjoy Serenity Oceanside and all that the OBX has to offer. From shelling, fishing, soaking up the sun, surfing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, cycling, hiking in our maritime forests to taking a tour to see wild horses run complimentary on the beaches....a week will fly by but you will be making memories that will last a lifetime.

The bungalow has parking for two cars and is dog friendly. The updated bungalow includes an indoor washer and dryer for your convenience, updated bathroom with ship-lap shower and kitchen appliances. The bungalow does not have a dishwasher, but clean up will be a breeze in the granite sink with Maui Quartz countertops overlooking the sand and waves. Free WiFi throughout the bungalow with streaming YouTube-TV.

Please note you must be 27 years old to rent this bungalow.

Linens are not supplied but owners offer a "No-Hassle" personal linen rental service (premium sheets & bath towel sets for each guest) for your convenience. Bath mat and kitchen towels are supplied for your convenience at no charge. Please contact owner for more info.

This is a NON-SMOKING bungalow.

Mid May through Mid-October - Cottage is available for weekly units from 4pm Saturday through 10 AM the following Saturday.

Other Months (April, May, October, November) Minimum 3 nighttime stays, please contact us for specifics.

Things To Do:
If you want to discover all that the OBX has to offer, Serenity Oceanside, located in Kitty Hawk, is just a short drive to Duck, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. You'll find many local eateries, stores with that ideal souvenir, as well as, putt-putt golf and the always fun H2OBX Water Park. And what would summer be without ice cream....John's Drive-in is another OBX staple, just a short bicycle ride down the road from the bungalow. Owned and operated by the same OBX family, it is in its 46th year, and has an beautiful menu and complimentary "puppy" cups if you bring Fido!

The beach, that marvelous merging of ocean and sand that seems so ideal will always be the draw, but there is another side to this strip of sand, another world of beauty and wonder waiting for the slightly adventurous. Don't forget to discover the four protected maritime forests located sound-side. Although they seem to be a world apart from the seashore, they are heavily forested but with simple trails, and they call out to be explored. A photographer's delight.

Take a short drive to Kill Devil Hills (about 5 miles from the bungalow) and discover the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903 and taught the world to fly!

In Nags Head, about 10 miles from the bungalow, you'll find the tallest living sand dune on the Atlantic coast and is a premier location for kites, sightseeing and sunsets, with a view arcing from the ocean to Roanoke Sound. A visitor center with museum and 360-foot boardwalk with exhibits explain the dune’s ecology and are a gradual entry to the massive dune field. Sandboarding is welcome with permit and hang-gliding is available through a vendor. Shoes and sun protection are recommended.

A binder in the bungalow will provide additional information on things to do.

About the Area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this vacation home is on the beach. Monument to a Century of Flight and Wright Brothers National Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Children at Play Museum and Paradise Fun Park. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the very best Kitty Hawk vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summer time is high season in the Kitty Hawk area. To find the best value, try shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Kitty Hawk vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Kitty Hawk visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides have deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• To start, have your group choose trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. SERENITY AWAITS...AWESOME Reviews-1960's Cozy Ocean-Front and Fido Friendly too! has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• If there's a certain Kitty Hawk attraction you are enamored with, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
• Record any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
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