Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!

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NH324:Fred Wood Cottage | ML Kitchen Area with Island Seating for 2
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NH324:Fred Wood Cottage | ML Kitchen Area with Island Seating for 2
NH324:Fred Wood Cottage | ML Kitchen Area
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9.2Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"It was wonderful to imagine what life at the cottage was like in 1930's Nags Head, without AC. No matter. The ocean breeze and magnificent wrap around porches, keep it cool. What a treasure. It was a ..."
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9.2 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)

House in Nags Head, NC

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Fred Wood Cottage: Historic, oceanfront home in Nags Head with wide expansive decks and awesome ocean views!

Bed Sizes: 2 King, 1 Double, 4 Twin

IMPORTANT: To preserve these beautiful historic homes, OPEN FLAMES on the porches or near the homes ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Along a two-mile stretch in Nags Head sits a row of homes that will take you back to days gone by and the Fred Wood Cottage c.1930. These beautiful oceanfront, old Nags Head style cottages are a testament to the pioneers who built these and brought their families across the sound to vacation here in the summer. The wide expansive porches are a distinctive feature of these homes, encircling four sides of the house with sloping roofs and providing a place for families to gather out of the sun. Many hours were spent on the porches watching the ocean and talking with family, friends, and neighbors. The Fred Wood Cottage is known to have the best front porch on the east coast! Inside you'll feel the history continue with the wood-paneled walls and wooden floors and charming decor. This historic home is sure to be a family favorite year after year. Fred Wood Cottage was built to withstand the elements and keep families comfortable during the summer. Take the sandy path to the beach and enjoy a day basking in the sun, surfing, swimming, and searching for seashells and sea glass. Bring your family and friends to this beautiful home and add to the new memories being made in this historic home.

LEVEL 2
Screened Porch - Full-Size Refrigerator, Access to Half Bath
Sun Deck - Enclosed Outside Shower
Front Covered Porch
Bedroom 1 - Two Twin Beds, Private Bath
Laundry Area
Living Area - Deck Access, Fireplace Not Operational
Dining Area - Deck Access
Kitchen Area - Island Seating for 2
Den
Oceanside Covered Porch

LEVEL 3
Half Bath
Bedroom 2 - Two Twin Beds
Bedroom 3 - King Bed
Bedroom 4- King Bed
Bedroom 5 - Double Bed
Half Bath

Exploring Nags Head: Fred Wood Cottage is centrally located to many of our wonderful local dining options, unique shops, and historic sites to visit.

Beach Access: Private beach access is located directly behind home.

*Oceanfront homes are subject to beach nourishment projects scheduled by individual towns. Visit our FAQ regarding beach nourishment and links to town provided schedules.*

No Smoking/Vaping. No Pets. The fireplace is not operational. Fred Wood Cottage has central AC/Heat.
Milepost: 13

All reservations are offered to purchase travel insurance for an additional 7.75% of your rent and taxes. Please refer to the rental agreement you will be signing to accept or decline this coverage as your refund in the time of cancellation will be dependent on your acceptance in most situations. All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed. Payment for travel insurance, if accepted, will be processed upon receipt of this signed agreement.

Standard cancellation policy is: CANCELLATION POLICY and SUBSTITUTIONS - Any changes, including changing dates, switching of properties, or complete cancellations will invoke the cancellation policy. Agent recommends all Renters purchase travel insurance offered at time of booking to protect them in the event of an unexpected event affecting their vacation. Agent cannot offer future credits or immediate refunds for unexpected cancellations due to emergencies regardless of the situation, including but not limited to weather events and acts of God, unexpected illnesses, injury or death, changing of plans, or job loss. Please do not ask. All cancellations are subject to a fifty dollar ($50.00) cancellation fee. Cancellations must be submitted to Agent in writing (email is acceptable). In the event of cancellation, no refund of monies paid will be made unless the Property is re-rented for the same price and time period of this original vacation rental agreement. If the Property is re-rented for a lesser price or time period, the original Tenant will receive a refund for the difference between the originally agreed upon rental amount and the rebooked rental amount as Owner is entitled to receive the full amount of the original rental agreement. Agent will make every effort to re-rent the Property at the full amount. Tenant acknowledges that Agent has full discretion on negotiating rental rates in an effort to get the Property re-rented and make the Owner whole, while also attempting to get the Tenant the highest refund possible.

Amenities at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

Map of Nags Head, NC


Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)
8 / 10Excellent·May 2025
Good for a short beach stay. Could use alittle more cleaning and some updates.
8 / 10Excellent·May 2024
I really liked this quirky old house. The porches and location cannot be beat. Excellent communication and service from Costal Carolina Vacations. I would definitely rent Fred Wood Cottage again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
It was wonderful to imagine what life at the cottage was like in 1930's Nags Head, without AC. No matter. The ocean breeze and magnificent wrap around porches, keep it cool. What a treasure. It was a real treat to enjoy time in a cottage from a day gone by..
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2023
This rustic gem was perfect for our stay at the beach. It could use some improvements but is still perfect for the beach. It had everything we needed and is just a few steps off the back porch to the ocean. I laid in my bed upstairs and watched the waves crash. We hope to come back to this same house again next year.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Fred Wood Cottage:Oceanfront, historic, Old Nags Head Style cottage, wide decks!?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.