- Nags Head
- 252-430-6161
- Map it
- As low as $262/Night
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
General Features
- Air conditioning
- Bed sheets provided
- 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
- Ecotours nearby
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- Fishing nearby
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Heating
- Hiking nearby
- Iron/ironing board
- 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
- Parasailing nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Refrigerator
- Sailing nearby
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Stovetop
- Swimming nearby
- 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 phenomenal 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. Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Jennette's Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Hatteras National Seashore and North Pond Trail. 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 vacation rental experience:
Find your perfect rental home:
- Summertime is the most expensive season in Nags Head. To book the best rental home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at Nags Head restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Nags Head vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
- The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
- Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
- Booking websites often offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
- Look for your local Nags Head visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain deals for nearby tours and attractions.
How to choose and book yourrental home:
- To start, have your group select date ranges and a max budget.
- Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Gillespie Cottage: Oceanfront
- Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is often accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
- If there's a particular Nags Head attraction you simply love, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your needs.
- Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
- Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.
More considerations:
- Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
- Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if there is a dispute.
- Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
- Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
- Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
- Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
- When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
- Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
- Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy 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 Creek Seafood Restaurant - 2.9 miles
- Tale of the Whale Restaurant - 2.9 miles
- Dune Burger - 2.9 miles
Nearby Activities
- Coquina Beach - 2.7 miles
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 1.1 miles
- Nags Head Dolphin Watch - 1.6 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
- Jurassic Putt - 3.4 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
