- Nags Head
- 252-480-8512
- Map it
- As low as $499/Night
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
General Features
- 3 bathrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Bed sheets provided
- Birdwatching nearby
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Cycling nearby
- Deadbolt lock
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Heating
- Hiking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Iron/ironing board
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Living room
- Massages
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near outlet shopping
- Near the bay
- Near the ocean
- No pets allowed
- Onsite parking
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Sailing nearby
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Snorkeling nearby
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- TV with cable/satellite service
- Unit size: 2190 sq ft (204 sq m)
- Washing machine and dryer
- Water park
- WiFi available
- Windsurfing nearby
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About this Property
- Sleeps 10
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
- Approximately 2190 square feet
Make Gillespie Cottage the home away from home that your family will want to return to year after year. This classic oceanfront getaway in South Nags Head offers exceptional vistas and your own private access to the beach. Two levels of east-facing covered decks provide plenty of outdoor space for watching the sunrise and listening to the crashing waves. Inside, kick back and relax in the comfortably furnished great room, where vaulted ceilings and multiple skylights make the space feel bright and airy. The open-concept layout is ideal for spending quality time together, even while preparing meals in the well-equipped kitchen. The primary bedroom and a full bath are also located on the top level, with four additional bedrooms and two more full baths on the mid level. This magnificent home provides comfort, convenience and so much more for your family to savor.
Located at milepost 19.5 in South Nags Head, Gillespie Cottage is a mile south of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Fish Head's Bar and Grille, where you can order food and drinks on the oceanfront while listening to live music. Coquina Beach, part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and a favorite local spot for fishing and surfing, is a six-min. drive away. From there, discover Bodie Island Lighthouse or head south for a day trip to Ocracoke.
No family pets allowed. No smoking/vaping.
About the Area
Located by the ocean, this vacation home is in South Nags Head, a neighborhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway 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
Pets not allowed
Strategies to get the best Nags Head rental home experience:
Find your perfect rental:
- Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
- Reserve your rental in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
- Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
- Property managers usually offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
- Often, rental management companies supply Nags Head area visitor guides that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Nags Head visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.
Use filters to search efficiently:
- Choose your dates and spending budget.
- Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront
- Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
- Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable breeds and types before booking.
- Visiting for a single event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
- Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
Advice for a wonderful stay:
- Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
- Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
- Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would at home.
- To make sure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the property manager immediately to document any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
- Respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
- Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
- Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
- Record a video to document the condition of the property.
- After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.
Nearby Restaurants
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 1.1 miles
- Lost Colony Brewery's Waterfront Beer Garden - 2.9 miles
- Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 2.9 miles
- Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 3.5 miles
- Benny Tesoros Nags Head - 2.9 miles
- Sugar Planet - 3.5 miles
- Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - 2.9 miles
- Tale of the Whale Restaurant - 2.9 miles
Nearby Activities
- Coquina Beach - 2.7 miles
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 1.1 miles
- Nags Head Dolphin Watch - 2.8 miles
- Lost Colony Brewery's Waterfront Beer Garden - 2.9 miles
- Fishing Unlimited Boating Center - 3.0 miles
- Paradise Dolphin Cruises - 3.3 miles
- Beach Braids - 3.1 miles
- Bodie Island Lighthouse - 3.3 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 1.1 miles
- Lost Colony Brewery's Waterfront Beer Garden - 2.9 miles
- Super Wings - 3.2 miles
- Salt Coast Outfitters - 3.3 miles
- The Farmer's Daughter - 3.7 miles
- Super Wings - 3.9 miles
- Beach Braids - 3.1 miles
- Sugar Planet - 3.5 miles
