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 handsome 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 alluring 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 charming vistas of the beach.

Savor 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. Appreciate 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 remodeled 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 impressive 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 excellent 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 striking 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 included 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 impressive menu and complimentary "puppy" cups if you bring Fido!

The beach, that magnificent 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

Strategies to get the best rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• Summer months are high season in the Kitty Hawk area. To get the most suitable vacation home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Kitty Hawk restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Kitty Hawk area visitor guides which will include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the bestrental home:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. 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 rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. If not, call the host before booking your rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your family.
• Does your family require special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a property that allows animals. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make certain damages are not linked to your stay, make a record of any problem areas during check in. Speak to the host right away to document your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your life at home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a terrific time? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.