Nags Head 2 blocks to beach, 3bdrms. Booking for late summer & fall. 5⭐reviews

Nags Head, North Carolina
$386 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

***Three Mermaids' Cottage***

Thank you for taking a look at what we have to offer!
We are currently booking for late August and the 2026 Fall season.
We would love to have your family stay in our cottage by the sea.


Quick info:
3 bedrooms (Queen, Queen, Twin Bunk)
2 baths + outside shower
2 story beach cottage
Sleeps 6 ****ONLY****


Updated calendar August 12.

Short stays are welcome during the Fall and Winter, with flexible check in days.

Cleaning fee included in rental amount.
Zero Host Fee or administrative fee
Linens provided (sheets and towels)
Keyless entry
Animals and smoking not allowed.
CHECK IN TIME 4:00PM, CHECK OUT BY 11:00AM.


Three Mermaids' Cottage is named for our daughters, and we are all about family! We are family owned and operated, a true mom and pop business. You will deal with us directly, not a realty company or property manager. We do our best to make sure everything is perfect for your stay. Our cottage is clean, well equipped and very nice. A true home away from home.
Please read our reviews and you will see many who truly enjoy our little piece of heaven by the sea.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!
You can find us East side between the highways in Nags Head at MP 10.5.
This has us centrally located, close to the beach, restaurants, shops, the YMCA, the new Dowdy Park, and a mile from the Nags Head Fishing Pier.
We are two short blocks away from the beach. It's a 3 minute walk with direct beach access at either end of the street.
We are a block from the grocery store as well, it doesn't get much better!

Sheets and towels are provided free of charge. You will find clean sheets along with 6 bath towel packages in the bedrooms. NOTE~~ beds will not be made, cleaning company has opted to have all linens in sealed plastic to ensure cleanliness.

We are always updating and upgrading. We have modern amenities but still retain the homey cottage by the sea feel.

The kitchen is well equipped. It has plenty of dishes, glassware, pots and pans, and small appliances. Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing pods, hand soap, trash bags, & coffee filters are stocked for you. The breakfast nook seats 6, and is the perfect place for cozy family meals, game playing and enjoying time together.

The main living area is tastefully decorated, with new furniture, and custom touches and artwork throughout. We have a 55 smart TV. Those with a Netflix account can log in to watch your favorite shows.

Bedroom 1, first floor, Queen bed, TV and nice size closet. It connects to the first floor bathroom.
Bedroom 2, second floor, (bunk room) 2 singles, great for the kids, they love the bunk beds. The bunk room connects to a Jack and Jill bath.
Bedroom 3, second floor, Queen bed, has a TV & a large closet. There's also a sitting nook attached, perfect for curling up with a good book. This bedroom also connects to the Jack and Jill bath.
The loft area is added space for the kids to enjoy board games, or if you need a quiet space to simply chill out, or work (if you must). We have Spectrum TV internet service.

We have a mud room on the ground floor, with a full-sized washer and dryer. Also in the mud room, you'll find a closet with beach equipment for our guests. We have beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler, corn hole, some sand toys and other fun games. Lastly there's a wagon to haul it all to the beach.

Outside, you'll find two decks, one is covered and shady for relaxing after a day in the sun, or if you are a sun worshiper, the upper deck is complete with table and chairs for al fresco dining. Our back yard is spacious, flat, and fenced in for security and added privacy. It's perfect for cornhole, playing horseshoes, bocce ball or whatever outdoor games your family may enjoy.

Lastly, we have a keyless entry, nice outdoor shower, a swing, a gas grill, and picnic table.

****Please make sure you read and understand all aspects of our rental agreement and house rules. Specifically, our occupancy limit and penalties for noncompliance, hurricane policy, and the no animals allowed rule. We are true animal lovers, but sadly we have family members that are highly allergic. There are many pet friendly homes along the Outer Banks. We would be more than happy to recommend some to you so you can bring your furry family member along without any worries.
Thanks for understanding. Any questions Feel free to ask! We are happy to help.

After being guests ourselves for many years, we strive to make this house our, and your home away from home. We have put a lot of thought and care into making it a nice, clean, organized, safe environment for everyone. After all, it's about family and friends, spending time together with the ones you love, and making memories that last a lifetime!!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1584 Sq Ft (147 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike P.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2026

    Stayed Jun 29, 2026

    The hosts were prompt on information exchanges. Everything was well organized and stocked.

  • Mitzi G.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2026

    Stayed Jun 17, 2026

    Amazing house! They have everything you need and everything is labeled and plenty of instructions on what to do and where to find things. My friends and I had a blast and wish we could’ve stayed longer!

  • K Z.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    We spent a 4 night trip with my three preteen/teenagers. This was a wonderful house that was a very close walk to the beach.

  • Joshua B.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    We had a great time! Thank you for allowing us to rent your beautiful cottage :)

  • Randy L.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2026

    Stayed Jun 2, 2026

    Our trip was scheduled for 2 brothers and their wives. Unfortunately, two days before check-in, my mother-in-law passed away and my wife and I were unable to travel to the Outer Banks. We had wonderful communication with Cindy both before and after Mom's passing. The remainder of our review is from the information given to us by our brother and sister-in-law. They also reported that they had talked with Cindy and that the house was wonderful and very nicely decorated. It was very clean and they enjoyed staying there.

  • Kristi F.

    Submitted May 26, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    House was absolutely perfect and exceeded our expectations. Owners were in constant contact and were a delight! I would highly recommend this property to any prospective renters. We went as a girls getaway and had a wonderful time. House is decorated beautifully and included everything needed for a comfortable stay. The owners had every small detail, down to beach themed hand soap, spot on. Walking distance to Food Lion and only a few blocks from the beach. Will definitely be booking again for this beautiful home!!

  • Karyn M.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay at Three Mermaids! This was our third time at the property and it was just as wonderful as the first two. Cindy is great to work with! The property is not only in the perfect location, but the house amenities are just what we needed for our family, which includes three kids under 10. I cannot recommend enough!

  • David C.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    What a great home! We have stayed at many VRBO rentals from Corolla to Avon and this is one of the cleanest homes we have ever rented. It is beautifully decorated, the spaces were just right for our two couple adventure, and the organization of items (from kitchen to bath) was something we haven’t seen before. We all said we would stay here again and recommend this home without hesitation. If we had one wish, it would be for a bit of water at the house - hot tub, small wade pool or something. I understand the expense of that isn’t practical and it wouldn’t stop us from staying here again. You won’t be disappointed staying here!! Thank you for a GREAT stay!

  • Lacey J.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    The Three Mermaids Cottage exceeded all expectations for our first visit to the Outer Banks. We were so impressed with the cleanliness and coziness. It was so fun to hang out there. Lots of fun games and activities were provided. The walk to and from the beach was easy and convenient, and we of course loved the outdoor shower! We appreciated being able to use the beach equipment, too! Jim and Cindy were incredibly helpful with communications about the weather and things do to in the area, as well as accommodating us when we thought we may need to cancel/reschedule. We are super glad we were able to make the trip after all, and would absolutely stay there again!

  • Juan G.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Very clean & organized cottage close to everything!The owners thought of everything from the towel holders outside, to the perfect kitchen, to new bbq grill & details all throughout home, would def stay here again, revommend to anyone searching.

  • Jennifer G.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    This was our first time in OBX and also our first time ever renting a home. Had many options to choose from but this house just really stood out from the rest. The home was exactly as described. Absolutely perfect location. Short walk to the beach was a necessity for us and this home provided just that. Home was clean, spacious and offered everything we could have possibly needed during our stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Owners were very attentive and available should any issue arise. Will definitely be keeping this home on our list of places to return to in the future.

  • Charles D.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Great experience, convenient to beach and shops.

  • RICHARD S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    Lovely property and location all the way around. Cindy (owner) did everything possible to insure our stay was first class.I will certainly reserve the cottage in the future without hesitation. Thank you for a wondeful experience!

  • Kara Q.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Property is beautiful, comfortable, well equipped and close to everything. Easy walk to the beach. Beach was not crowded. Able to walk to many things and short drive to shopping, restaurants, Wright brothers museum and other activities.

  • Matthew B.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We had a fantastic time at this immaculately clean, abundantly well-stocked, ideally located beach house. There wasn't a thing we were lacking, and the entry and exits were well communicated and easy. I'd recommend the house and the hosts to any family looking for a mix of beach time, relaxation around the grounds, and easy outings from coffee to breakfast to groceries, to ice cream. satisfying trip on the beach, around town.

  • Karyn M.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    This was my family's second time staying at the Three Mermaids Cottage and it was even better than the first (which was wonderful to begin with). The house itself is beautiful and equipped with everything you could want or need, including kitchen supplies, games, and beach toys. You can't beat the location - walkable to the beach, Food Lion, Dowdy Park playground, and two coffee shops! Cindy is friendly and communicative, and she even called me to let me know when the house was ready for check-in. The entire booking process was simple and everything was advertised. I highly recommend the Three Mermaids Cottage for a family with young kids, but it would also be perfect for a couple or small friend group. Our kids (ages 4-7) loved the extra personal touches as well, such as leaving a memory on a seashell and filling out the guest book. Thanks for an amazing experience!

  • Gary W.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    The room we rented was beautifully decorated, very comfortable for fun and laughter and perfect distance to the beach. We will definitely be returning if we can get a booking.

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$386+
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