Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Hear the sea breeze in the trees, breathe in the clean ocean air and enjoy the treasures of the Outer Banks as our guest at the Chill Beach & Surf Bungalow. You'll live the laid back OBX lifestyle and feel like a local resident at our central location with a spacious back yard that is safe and private. Imagine the tranquility you will feel as you drift away into a mellow mood in the relaxing, cozy and chic bungalow. Follow us on Instagram @live_swell
Welcome to Live Swell Beach Bungalows. Here our guests refresh from reality while enjoying elements of coastal living and the laid-back surf lifestyle.
All of our boutique rentals feature:
•Linens + Bath Towels
•Charcoal Grill
•Private Outdoor Shower
We are passionate about the beach, coastal living and the opportunity to share the lifestyle we love so much with our guests.
Our "Salt Box" style beach bungalow was built in 1982, is 950 square feet and features a loft. It sits on a private cut of property in a safe cul de sac with mostly year round residents.
The space is ideal for:
• Couples
• Small active families or groups of friends
• 5 people comfortably, 6 people if ya'll get along well
Since we have had the Bungalow we have completed a lot of upgrades to the home that many of our guests love. The large outdoor shower with an oversized rain-shower head is highly refreshing on hot summer days and feels amazing after the beach. On the right days and at the right times, the french doors open up completely to the front deck which adds an airy flow and the feel of and indoor-outdoor living space. The kitchen was themed with a distressed nautical look, open cabinets and contains most of the necessities for a chef. Our favorite hang out area is the great room, which has an open set up, vaulted ceilings and a "BigAss" Brand Haiku Fan, which, feels hypnotic like the soft drone of a helicopter propeller.
To us, a very clean bungalow is of the utmost importance for our guests upon arrival. In fact, our bungalows have always had very high cleanliness standards and though cleaning + inspection process. Recently, we have taken our cleaning process to the next level by implementing recommended CDC guidelines. Between each guest stay our beach bungalows are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized with EPA approved disinfectants on surfaces and common touch points.
Guest Favorites:
From starting the day rocking on the front deck with a piping hot morning coffee or chilling out and grilling in the backyard, here’s what our guests say they loved:
• The Front Deck and hammock
• The Big Backyard with picnic table and grill (*not fully fenced)
• Dog Friendly! (See about bringing your pet)
• The feeling of safety from a family friendly cul de sac
• The neighborhood
Book Now! To confirm your stay as availability does go quick ;)
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home and property. For those, that enjoy clean laundry, like us, we have a quality washer + dryer set up. Most beach gear and amenities are stored in the "sled shack" shed.
Interaction with guests
We are friendly and may say hello during your stay yet we do respect our guests’ privacy.
We also love sharing our favorite local places to eat and things to do. We even created a guide that our guests have found helpful in planning their OBX adventure, after booking, just ask!
Other things to note
***We do kindly ask that all potential guests read the entire description before requesting to book***
We love our OBX bungalow, it's a great house yet, like most homes it is not perfect and not for everyone. We respect that folks have different preferences and world views. If your looking for a unique place and local experience in a great beach town to relax, spend time with loved ones, chill out, cook and rest your head after the beach then the bungalow checks all the boxes. If you're seeking a perfect, flawless home or are super high maintenance, this is not the place for you.
Bringing your dog
We love dogs and are happy to have your four legged friends and family members at our bungalows. Just let us know you are bringing your dog and the pet fee is:
• $25 per night per dog (Please ask if you have more than one dog)
Book today to ensure your reservation, before another guest does! :)
Check Out Etiquette: We put a lot of time and effort to deliver great stays for our guests. If we find deliberate damage, disrespect or lack of cleanliness during the check out inspection, you will be charged fee's to compensate our cleaners and ensure the property is ready for guests.
Based on a great visit last year, my wife and I decided to visit the Outer Banks again this year and although in September there are hundreds of rental possibilities, only the Chill Beach Bungalow was going to be our choice. Last September we visited the Chill Beach and was completely wowed by the hospitality that Michael Hamilton and Maria afforded us. Available at every step of the process either with a recommendation or an idea to make the vacation special we thoroughly enjoyed our first time to the Outer Banks. When we booked this time we picked the worst possible week in the path of a Hurricane that wound up making landfall in the Outer Banks. Michael, the host, kept in touch throughout that week and offered us the option of coming the week following the event. Everywhere an accommodation could be made, Michael and Maria made it. Making our trip exceptional was evident in every detail. Whether it was the great greeting by Allison, one of the team members or the lovely touch of a gift beach bag waiting for us, each touch point is well thought out and is designed to overcome any obstacle to enjoying your time. We were lucky this visit that Michael and Maria were in town and we were able to meet and share a bottle of wine. I am not an enthusiastic Air BnB visitor, but, if you are looking for an absolutely worry free and a super Chill experience, DO NOT HESITATE to book the Chill Beach Bungalow ..... (Just not the first week in September next year)!
Such a great place to relax after a day at the beach! This charming house has much to offer and the owners were great at meeting of needs. It is not a fancy-schmancy house, but one you can put your feet up in and truly unwind. There is not a dishwasher if that is important to you, but there are loads of beach toys and table games! We did not walk to the beach...it was a very hot week, but the two minute drive was easy and we always managed to find parking. The beds and linens were excellent and the showers were perfect! Loved the outdoor shower!!! Thanks for a great week!
My wife and I had a some free time and decided on a road trip to the Outerbanks followed by a few days with some North Carolina friends. I have never used an Airb before but we had our two small dogs and have not really found pet friendly hotels suitable. I filtered my search for a property by the beach which would accommodate our quiet small dogs and provide the privacy and convenience of home. From the moment we arrived, I knew that something was different. The hosts, Mike and Maria could not have made the experience more perfect. Many people are able to convert their property to accommodate guests, but few under the hospitality business like Mike and Maria. Every single need was anticipated and we felt at home in their home immediately. The property was immaculate and it’s location couldn’t be more convenient. Maria stayed in touch by text during our stay always ready for a suggestion or to answer any questions. My wife and I have travelled extensively over the years and this experience was wonderful in every way. I couldn’t recommend this property more......
This was our first time visiting the Outer Banks and our stay couldn't have been better with this comfortable, homey, and chill bungalow. It was perfect for us: two adults and a large dog. We didn't even use the upstairs the main floor was just perfect. Great location -- the beach was literally down the road a few minutes as was just about anywhere else you'd want to explore. As for the hosts -- they're AWESOME! They put up with my steady stream of questions and provided us with a list of dog friendly spots. A friend of theirs even dropped off a half dozen Duck donuts on their behalf during our stay. That's above and beyond hospitality in our book. We'd stay again in a heartbeat, loved the neighbors (except the grumpy chihuahua), and all told this is a perfect place for a beach vacation. You won't be disappointed if you elect to stay here! Oh and how could I forget the outdoor shower.....bliss!
Thank you for the great stay in OBX, we enjoyed staying at your property! The outdoor shower was awesome and having both a Gas & Charcoal grill really helped with our love of food, we used both and the picnic table outside - Everyone was very responsive with my questions and the entire stay went great. thank you
When you first arrive to the property you instantly feel all worries and concerns melt away. The home is so inviting with beautiful treasures from the sea and images from local beach life. Everything was so clean and ready, the rooms were so clean and relaxing to be in. There is a pier not far away for those that like fishing or simply to watch the catch of the day. Cool little vintage arcade at the entrance. Cannot wait to rebook in the future, it’s a must for anyone looking to escape the day to day grind and to experience life out on the Outer Banks.
We loved the rental! Great back yard for our dog! Great neighborhood! Definitely recommend
Lovely 3 bedroom bungalow close to shopping, restaurants and beach on quiet cul-de-sac. Nicely appointed kitchen, washer and dryer, large tv and internet. Big deck in front and back of the house. Our dog joined us on this get away and loved the backyard. Thank you Michael and Maria for renting us your lovely bungalow!
The house was great and just as described. The outside shower was perfect and Mike was super easy to communicate with. We hope to visit again!
We had a blast going to 1st street beach every day, then coming home to shower and get ready for an afternoon in the outer banks. Loved the washer & dryer & back deck! Highly recommend! Will be coming back for another family vacation ?