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The Sea Urchin Inn located in Nags Head. As close as you can get! Panoramic ocean views! View from lower deck
The Sea Urchin Inn located in Nags Head. As close as you can get! Panoramic ocean views! View from lower deck
The Sea Urchin Inn located in Nags Head. As close as you can get! Panoramic ocean views! New decks for 2024! New windows and siding in 2023!
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs King Master

1 King Bed

Pyramid & Twin

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Twin Bunks

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outside Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views

Now booking the 2025 Season.
Completed in 2024 - All new decks! Completed in 2023 - all new siding and windows.

The house was most recently featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt as Ocean Dreams.

This BEAUTIFUL Old Nags Head style home is oceanfront, with uninterrupted views of the beach and ocean with an affordable price tag!

The Sea Urchin Inn is located in a quiet area of the Outer Banks, yet is still close to great local restaurants, shopping, and family attractions.

This comfy beachy cottage is the perfect beach getaway and has everything you need for a great family vacation. You and your family will enjoy the large, uncrowded, and family oriented beach.

Our spacious floor plan includes a living room, a bright and sunny kitchen and dining area with plenty of seating for the entire family.

Relax with your morning cup of coffee on the sun deck with your ocean view - enjoying the cool breeze and relaxing ocean sounds. Spend your days sunbathing or splashing around with the kids at the beach. Come back and let your stress drift away under the stars while listening to the ocean sounds. Enjoy cooking your meals out on our charcoal grill or preparing them in the well stocked kitchen...and if you don't feel like cooking you're just a few minutes away from the best restaurants the OBX has to offer!

If your family has been looking to turn their vacation into wonderful memories, look no further because you've reached your paradise at the Sea Urchin Inn!

We hope you will make The Sea Urchin Inn the vacation house you return to year after year.

The Sea Urchin Inn is located on a quaint and quiet street at MP 20.5, close to many fishing piers and Oregon Inlet.

Property Layout:

4 bedrooms
Master: 1 King
Downstairs Master: 1 King
3rd Bedroom: 2 Twin Bunks - 4 total twins
4th Bedroom: 1 Twin Bed, 1 Pyramid Bunk - upper twin/lower full
2 full bathrooms
Cable
Free WiFi

Ground Level: Enclosed outside shower and charcoal grill

Bottom Level of Cottage: Second master bedroom with King bed, flat screen TV/Cable, sliding glass door opens to ocean. Bedroom with 2 Twin Bunks (4 total twin beds). Bedroom with one twin bed and one pyramid bunk (twin top/full size bottom), TV/Cable, sliding glass door opens to ocean. Full hall Bathroom with combination tub/shower. Laundry room with washer and dryer.

Top Level: Main King master bedroom with flat screen TV/Cable, in suite bathroom. Living room with flat screen TV/Cable and DVD player. Fully stocked large kitchen and dining area. Sliding glass doors open to top deck to ocean and beach.

Linens: Comforters, pillows, bath mats, and kitchen towels are provided. You provide your own linens (sheets, pillowcases, shower and beach towels) or they can be rented through a local company. Recommendations can be provided.

During Summer Season Turnover Day: Saturday (mid May to end of September).
Off season turnover can be arranged for any day.

3 Night minimum stay during non peak summer season.

Property manager

Elizabeth & Lucas OBX Beach Paradise Vacations
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 dogs up to 70lbs each w/$150 non-refundable fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental Agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking. E-sign request will be sent shortly after booking. Copy of government issued ID required.
Non Smoking Only. Family Groups Only. $400 security deposit hold will be applied to the card on file 2 days before arrival.
Please read rental agreement below (blue link) prior to booking for all other terms and conditions.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nags Head

Located in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Full Throttle Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 11 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is As Close As You Can Get! Oceanfront Panoramic Views located?

This South Nags Head holiday home is on the beach, steps from Outer Banks Beaches and within 6 mi (10 km) of Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Jennette's Pier. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Pamlico Sound are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

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

Right by the ocean

This house is located right on the ocean. If you choose, you can wake up as the sun slowly rises over the ocean. First, you'll see the horizon appear out of the darkness, then you'll be treated to the beauty of a sunrise, all from the comfort of a bed, again if you so choose. Everything else about the rental was fine, easy to eat, sleep, wake up, relax, and stay in this house. Memorable. Whalebone seafood nearby was excellent place to find what to cook in the well-equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Great Location

We had a wonderful time at The Sea Urchin! You can’t beat the location - it is right on the beach which we truly enjoyed. We were there with four adults and a baby. We had plenty of space for everyone. It was nice they had a high chair and a gate to block the stairway for the baby. We had a wonderful time and would love to stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

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

Perfect

Just what we were looking for, and the location is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

lindsay b.

Stunning Views

Location is great and the views are stunning! You seriously cannot get better views. Looking forward to coming back!

8/10 Good

Julia J. B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

great location and owners, house needs some love

We loved the location of the house and the owners were responsive to our concerns: we bought a hose to hose down the dogs and help with filling a water bucket as the outdoor shower requires a walk through the sand. The owners reimbursed us. We also bought some door hooks and hangers for the closets which they reimbursed us for. There were a number of other items that we provided direct feedback about to the owners that they said they would work on, most notably the safety concerns of the old deck, which had loose railings, protruding nails and some missing pieces that could lead to a serious accident. Less imperative items we let them know about include discomfort of the mattresses, needing to have light bulbs in the lamps, having lamps near outlets, having more outdoor furniture to actually enjoy the view and installing some sort of gate on the porch so dogs don't run off and away (my husband made one with rope that worked for our stay). With a little bit more love and care, this house has the potential for a five star review and I hope to see a review imminently that states the aforementioned concerns have been remedied, as promised by the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Larry P., Newton Falls, OH

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our Annual Family Vacation

Didn't find the home to be very clean. Much evidence of dogs having stayed there previously. Owner was very responsive to needed repairs. Found kitchen to be very well equipped. Overall our family enjoyed the home and had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Spectacular location

We did not get to enjoy the beach as high winds made it impossible/painful to be on the beach. Blowing sand buried the first few steps to the house (and caused damage to our car). But once we got unpacked the panoramic views of the crashing waves, the pelicans navigating the winds and the constantly changing clouds awed and entertained us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Unforgettable Stay at a Fantastic Beach House!

Our stay at the Sea Urchin Inn was incredibly relaxing! The sound of waves crashing against the shore, the salty breeze, and the stunning ocean views made for the perfect family getaway. The house itself was spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed a few lazy days on the beach, reading from the upper and lower decks, watching three amazing sunrises, and hunting for shells. Overall, it was a wonderful and rejuvenating experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seema F.

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

Location Location Location!!!

The pictures do not do justice to the amazing views from this beachfront house. Check in was so easy; house was clean. Owner was very responsive via text. Excellent off-season getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

Satisfied Stay

we rented the property for the week of my son's wedding. Other than Tropical Storm Ian and the wind gusts is was a fantastic stay. It was very hard with the wind and sand to enter and exit to our vehicles. But otherwise it was very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Right on the Beach

We really enjoyed our week at the Sea Urchin. The house is literally on the beach. The kitchen was sufficiently equipped with pots and pans and we cooked in most nights, and rarely left the beach!! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

INCREDIBLE ocean front location and EXCELLENT customer care!

The ocean front location of this property and the care provided to us by Lucas and Elizabeth Munn (owners and rental agents) were fantastic! The property is older and is showing signs of the wear and tear: we had several major maintenance related issues but Lucas was easily accessible by phone (and email) and responsive to every need. A priority was placed on the repairs and ultimately they were done to our complete satisfaction. The views and access to the beach are unmatched: the neighbors (owners and renters both) were lovely to meet and share the (almost private!) beach with. It is challenging to keep the sandy environment outside of the home. It is also a pet friendly home.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond G.

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

Birthdays celebrations at the OBX.

The property was the perfect setting for our annual OBX stay to celebrate our birthdays. The location of the beach house was ideal for observing wonderful sunrises while watching dolphins play in the surf. The house was very well appointed with necessary utensils and appliances. We will certainly visit this property again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Leela A.

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

Nice but missing a few essential items

Beautiful views and foot steps away from ocean. The house was sandy when we arrived (which may be hard to avoid given the house is located right next to a dune). All of the remotes were missing batteries and we had to make an extra grocery trip for essentials (toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, etc). There are also no chairs for the decks so make sure to bring your own.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

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

Can't be any closer to the beach

House was in a great location. Access and views to the beach were great. Clean house and plenty of space to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

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

We absolutely loved our stay at this property!

The location and property was awesome! We had a great time. We highly recommend this landlord and property. Thanks again the Logallos YourLocalRealEstateGuy.com
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Constance R., Bath

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Right in the sand...could not be closer to the water! It offered everything we needed an wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Gina W., Fuquay Varina

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

Amazing Location

This is an older home, so don’t expect luxury, but the location is amazing. The house is right on the beach, as pictured. The home is not luxurious, but it has everything necessary for a great beach stay. The entertainment systems are very up to date, and include lots of streaming services for rainy days. We appreciated the ice in the door refrigerator, but the microwave was a bit underwhelming. The kitchen had everything you’d need, although it could be organized better, and duplicates deleted. We had a great vacation. Checking in and out was easy and communication with the owner was great. We would go back, and I recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Right on the Beach

The location was great! The house is right on the beach. The house and deck do need some updating. There were issues with the remotes , lights working in the bathrooms, lose boards on the deck and other small issues. I was in contact with the owner but the handyman was unable to get there during our stay. I did send a follow up email to the owners and they did respond with a voicemail saying they would address the needs. Overall my family had a great week it was just a lot of little things for the overall price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shanna C.

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

As close as you can get

This home was amazing. We showed up and the house was spotless. The views were amazing. You could sit on back porch and feel like you are sitting on the beach. The weather was great this week. The owners were amazing to deal with. I would recommend anyone to stay here. It was one of our family's best vacation yet. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Great location!

Wonderful beach front property, kitchen very well equipped. Loved waiving the sunrise from the upper deck.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Kevin O.

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

Location, location location!

Nice property and enjoyed our stay! If it’s beach you’re looking for, this property is right on the beach!! I rated it 4 stars rather than five only because for the price, they should at the very least provide some deck chairs. The picnic table had clearly seen it’s better days! I would add that several of the spindles on the deck rails were loose / could be a danger for kids! Also, several light bulbs were dead and no spare bulbs were provided, towel racks in bathrooms were flimsy and finally, the cut wires (like barbed wire) wrapped around the building support pillars under the building are a serious safety hazard, again especially for kids.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Beautiful beach stay!

What a delightful beach house! I took my kids and family for spring break and, while too cold to enjoy the water and occasionally too windy to even go outside, we enjoyed the sight and sound of the ocean from every window!! There is a lot of sand and you have to walk through it after using the outdoor shower (which has hot water - nice surprise!!!), so I recommend keeping a bucket of water near the door to rinse your feet after a walk on the beach. Overall a really amazing experience. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Tricia W.

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

OBX Beach Experience

The location was as listed, as close to the beach as you can get! The usable space and items were clean, but could use cleaning around dusty vents and corners. Bath mats should have been listed as something to bring. We appreciated the on site laundry. Overall an excellent stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth & Lucas OBX Beach Paradise Vacations

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My husband and I both grew up vacationing every year in the Outer Banks.

My family was the beach bum type. My mom has always been a lover of the beach so we spent every vacation on the beach as much as possible. From building sand castles, swimming, floating, boogie boarding, and having a nap on the beach...we knew how to relax! To this day my favorite thing to do is pack a picnic and eat lunch by the ocean. Seafood was always on the menu while at the beach so my dad would catch fish for us or go get us steamed crabs and shrimp!

My husbands family was more about the experience. They enjoyed visiting the aquarium, finding the best local restaurants, and playing putt putt. They knew how to find an adventure!

The two of us together are a pretty good mix of the two. We enjoy going and finding adventures but also love a good nap by the ocean.

Why they chose this property

The views out of every window are breathtaking. We love Nags Head. Here we really feel like we are away from it all - yet can still drive to everything within a few miles.

What makes this property unique

We consider this house our Tahiti in Nags Head. It's not an over the water bungalow - but it's as close as you will get!

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