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'Loophole' | Oceanfront | Historic Cottage

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A beachfront house with multiple levels, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses along the beach, a road, and a pier in the distance.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a refrigerator.
A wooden deck with benches and tables, overlooking a beach with dunes and the ocean.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1436 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. .This cottage is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Cape Hatteras National Seashore and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Jockey's Ridge State Park.

What's nearby

  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Outer Banks Mall - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬1 min drive

About this property

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

'Loophole' | Oceanfront | Historic Cottage

Oceanfront historic cottage on Nags Head’s iconic Cottage Row. Nestled in the dunes, The Loophole blends timeless charm with modern comforts. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath gem is rich in history, showcasing original architecture and treasured family memories. Wake to sweeping ocean views, stroll the beach, or explore Jockey’s Ridge steps away. Experience OBX magic where history meets luxury—book now and create your story.

Professionally managed by Preserve Property Co.

Nestled among the storied dunes of Nags Head’s Historic Row, The Loophole is a one-of-a-kind oceanfront cottage steeped in Outer Banks history and charm. This timeless home preserves the original architecture that has made Historic Row a beacon of the past—showcasing pine tongue-and-groove walls reminiscent of materials salvaged from old shipping vessels that once braved the seas to deliver supplies to these remote barrier islands.

Lovingly cared for by one of the first families to call the Outer Banks home, The Loophole has served as a cherished gathering place for generations. Photographs, keepsakes, and thoughtful details throughout the home tell a story of countless summers spent by the shore. Now, this treasure is shared with you—a rare opportunity to experience the heart and soul of Nags Head in a space filled with warmth, character, and history.

🏖️ Enjoy a complimentary $75 Gear Credit with your stay!

Skip the extra luggage and spend your credit on beach favorites like bikes, umbrellas, loungers, coolers, boogie boards, and more.

Everything is delivered to your vacation home before you arrive—clean, convenient, and ready for fun. Less packing, more beach!

Included in your stay:

✔ Linens for Each Bed

✔ Bath Towels Provided

✔ First Roll of Paper Products

✔ Hand Soap

✔ Dish Soap and Pods

✔ Trash Bags

✔ Laundry Detergent (4 pods)

Neighborhood + Amenities Nearby

Coffee Shops + Cafés

Morning View Coffee House – 0.6 miles

Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Market – 1.0 mile

Front Porch Café – 1.2 miles

Sea Level Coffee & Kitchen – 1.4 miles

Grocery Stores

Food Lion – 1.1 miles

The Fresh Market – 1.5 miles

Publix – 3.0 miles

Ice Cream + Treats

Surfin' Spoon – 0.7 miles

Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Parlor – 1.0 mile

Fat Boyz Ice Cream – 1.2 miles

Restaurants

Blue Moon Beach Grill – 1.1 miles

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant – 1.3 miles

Tortugas' Lie – 1.5 miles

Lucky 12 Tavern – 1.6 miles

Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant – 2.0 miles

Shopping

Outlets Nags Head – 2.5 miles

Seagreen Gallery – 1.2 miles

Cavalier Surf Shop – 0.9 miles

Life on a Sandbar – 1.3 miles

Adventure + Activities

Jockey's Ridge State Park – 0.5 miles

Jennette's Pier – 2.2 miles

First Flight Adventure Park – 2.5 miles

Causeway Watersports – 2.7 miles

**Minimum Age Requirement is 25 years old**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,436 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

• Minimum age to book: 25 years old • Check in 4:00 PM | Check out 10:00 AM • Children and infants are welcome but must be supervised at all
times. • Quiet hours are from 10 PM–7 AM. • Please leave the property as you found it. • Free on-site parking is available.
Do not park at beach access points. • Please respect our neighbors and the community.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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