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Classic Nags Head Style Cottage

Cottage with private pool, steps from Outer Banks Beaches

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool
Beach
In the heart of Nags Head, The Mermaid's Pillow offers a charming retreat directly across from the beach. Unwind in your private in-ground pool or challenge friends to a game of cornhole on one side and enjoy ocean views on the other.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Classic Nags Head Style Cottage

The Mermaid's Pillow is located on NC Highway 12 in Nags Head at MP 11.25. It is directly across the street from the beach. There are 2 beach accesses nearby & it's a 3–4 minute walk to the beach.

Cottage boasts classic Nags Head style with modern amenities. Color TVs, You Tube TV & Internet. Fully appointed kitchen with electric range, microwave, refrigerator & dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Handicap accessible master bedroom & bath feature large roll-in shower with shower chair and double vanity with roll-under feature for wheelchairs. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with double vanities. Ramps front & back making for easy access. Private in-ground pool in fenced backyard. Cornhole boards are provided.

*PLEASE NOTE: During "peak" season weekly bookings are restricted to Saturday to Saturday ONLY*

***Linens are NOT provided. You will need to bring sheets & towels***

***Paper products are NOT provided. You will need paper towels & toilet tissue***

SORRY - PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED !!!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,510 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets are NOT allowed at any time !!!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Classic Nags Head Style Cottage...all new 2015 House
Classic Style Cottage...all new 2015 House
Classic Nags Head Style Cottage...all new 2015
Classic Style Cottage...all new 2015
Classic Style all new 2015
Classic Nags Head Style
Classic Nags Head Style Cottage Cottage
Classic Nags Head Style Cottage Nags Head
Classic Nags Head Style Cottage Cottage Nags Head
Classic Nags Head Style Cottage...all new in 2015!

About the neighborhood

Map
Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Dowdy Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaside Art Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poke Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Kill Devil Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Classic Nags Head Style Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Classic Nags Head Style Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Nags Head Style Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Nags Head Style Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Dowdy Park. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Seaside Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Classic Nags Head Style Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is beautiful and extremely clean. It is directly across the street from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week in OBX

This was our first time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is just perfect. This is our third stay and we absolutely love it. Always clean and very well maintained. We highly recommend this cottage for a wonderful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prefect Family Spot

Our family has been staying at this property for Spring Break the past few years. Such a great getaway with a gracious host, you won’t be disappointed by choosing this home for your vacation!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy A B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was not a problem. House was clean, well kept, kitchen with all inclusive pots and pans. Easy to get to beach, it was walkable. Pool in the backyard was amazing with plenty of chairs. Washer n dryer a plus. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at Cindy’s Nags Head cottage. It was a great location with everything we needed for a family of 5! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Year 5

This is our 5th year staying at The Mermaid’s Pillow. Cindy is always so welcoming, and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Mermaid's Pillow was the perfect beach getaway! This VRBO exceeded all expectations. The location was fantastic, the home was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean, and the amenities were top-notch. We loved every minute of our stay and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

Perfect stay! Great 4th of July week! Will bw returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Week at the Beach

We had a wonderful stay at The Mermaid's Pillow. It was our first real vacation as a family of 3. Close beach access and the pool allowed for us to relax with our 7 month old in tow. We would highly recommend a stay at The Mermaid’s Pillow!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great overall

Great overall experience. Beautiful cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the location

Very cute and clean cottage. Location was perfect for beach access. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B., Martinsville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

An opportunity to get away, relax and sit on front porch was delightful. Very cozy, clean cottage and excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the cottage

Wonderful weather. The cottage is perfect for a small group. Pool very enjoyable. The cottage is always in perfect condition. This was our second stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!! Girls 30th Getaway Trip

We had such an amazing time at The Mermaids Pillow!! The pool was just right, house was super clean and beautifully decorated. And super close to the beach and public access!! We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destination for a family wedding

Wonderful. House is perfect
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Wonderful!

Wonderful! It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Year 4

For the 4th year, we loved our stay at The Mermaid’s Pillow! Cindy is always so welcoming, the house is always in immaculate condition, & you can’t beat the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P., Eastlake, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just like the pics!

What a beautiful place close to the beach! Perfect for our family! Clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

We first stayed here because it was within walking distance of our favorite places. We keep coming back for the house now, too. It is perfect and the owner couldn’t be better!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Freddie M.

Best vacation ever!

The beach house was absolutely beautiful! We had everything we needed and it was just a short walk to the beach! Thank you for making our vacation great! :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley S.

Amazing cottage!!

The cottage was amazing!!! Great location and everything was spotless. The owners were fantastic to work with, and it is clear they take great pride in their beautiful home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and the pool was a wonderful plus. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect stay!

This was our fourth consecutive year in this home and fifth with Cindy. Perfect week vacation, as always! Already rebooked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage!

The pictures simply do not do this lovely cottage justice. Lots of natural light throughout, great outdoor space, and only a short walk to the beach. Cottage was spotless and kitchen well equipped. Awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Successful Spring Break!

We have come to love this property over the years as it is perfect for our little family of four! We love the proximity to the beach, the park, the outlets, and our favorite restaurants. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us again this year!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024