Set your alarm clock...and then grab a coffee and head up to the top-deck to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic ocean.  It is a memory you will not forget, and one of our guests favorite things to do! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Morning sunrise on the rooftop deck at Serendipity....and no, this was not photoshopped.  This is an actual picture! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Get breakfast, lunch, or dinner takeout and eat up on the rooftop deck! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The front deck of Serendipity makes a great space to eat take-out, stare at the ocean, and stay out of the wind. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
You can enjoy the beautiful ocean views from the screened-in sun porch, front deck, rooftop deck, and even the back deck! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The Serendipity sun porch and its ocean views are a long-time favorite of our guests. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Isn't it amazing how your whole mood changes when you get to these signs? We are located in Kitty Hawk, which is close to so much that the Outer Banks has to offer.  We are 5 mins from these signs! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Comfortable living room with flat-screen TV, cable TV, DVD player, WIFI, and a retro Atari game system. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Nautical decor is throughout the cottage. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The main room of Serendipity is filled with beach and cottage decor, as well as 2 comfortable couches, flat screen TV, and an Atari game system! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity has been standing for over 70 years against the constant winds from the Atlantic ocean, and some fierce storms and hurricanes. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Cottage is stocked with DVDs, books, puzzles, board games, and even a couple of rubic's cubes! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Fully equipped and stocked kitchen which also includes a Keurig coffee , regular coffee maker, toaster, microwave, oven, fridge, bake-ware, cookware,  and Nutri-Bullet mixer. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
This table has been used to finished hundreds of puzzles and board games.  We have puzzles and board games in just about every room in the cottage just waiting to challenge you, or relive some fond memories. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Dining for 1, 2, or 6! Open the windows and enjoy the ocean breezes while you eat dinner or do one of our many puzzles! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bedroom with queen bed.
Note:  Please bring your own linens. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bedroom with connecting master bathroom. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bedroom with bed, couch, TV, beach decor, and connecting master bathroom. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bedroom with couch, flat-screen TV, and DVD. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bathroom shower. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bathroom - plenty of mirrors! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Master bathroom with ocean view. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Queen bed with ocean view (bedroom #2).
Note:  Please bring your own linens. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The upstairs loft is a great place to sneak away for some quiet time. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The upstairs loft is perfect for an afternoon nap, or reading a good book. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity is dog-friendly!  We also have a large backyard that is entirely fenced-in ...it also extends under the cottage so there is plenty of sun and shade for your fur baby! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Enjoy a drink and the pink glow of an Outer Banks sunset. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Plenty of spaces!  Hang out on the back deck, go around the corner to the sun porch, or head upstairs to the top deck! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
After a hot day on the beach, go down into the backyard and cool off in the outdoor shower! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
After a day at the beach, try out our outdoor shower with hot/cold water, and a changing area with bench! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We have a fenced-in backyard, that has plenty of spots for sun and shade as it extends under the house.  Perfect for your fur-babies!  We also have an outdoor grill for your use as well! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity has a rooftop deck where you can watch dolphins play in the surf, listen to the ocean waves, watch the Osprey's catch fish, or stargaze at night! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Make a coffee on our Keurig coffee maker, and then head on up to the rooftop deck to see those amazing OBX sunrises! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The view as you open the front door.  The ocean is always just one door away! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity is a classic cedar-shake cottage with so many outdoor spaces! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The front deck of Serendipity...catch the sun in the morning, or turn it around and work on your tan in the afternoon! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Grab a book, grab a drink, and head up to our rooftop-deck for endless views of the Atlantic ocean and sea breezes! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Grab your coffee and catch the early morning sun as it lights up sun porch. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
This is the view from the rooftop deck in the morning.  Usually the mornings are very quiet, and you can hear the seagulls, waves, and the wind.  Many mornings you can see dolphins too! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
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Wake up to this! This picture was taken right from the front deck of Serendipity. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Watch the morning sunrise over the Atlantic ocean right from the cottage! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Another beautiful sunrise on the beach right in front of Serendipity! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Too hot outside? Head under the cottage and relax in the shade. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Traveler Tip!  Want to maximize your beach time? Walk over to the 2 restaurants near Serendipity and get your order to go! Come back and eat it on the front deck or rooftop deck while you work on your tan, watch the ocean! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The beach in front of Serendipity....which was recently widened with to the beach nourishment program! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Comfortable and classic feeling throughout. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The cottage is stocked with CDs and even cassettes! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Relive your childhood by solving one of our 80s inspired jigsaw puzzles, solve a Rubik's cube, or try one of our many other games! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The back deck makes a great spot for getting out of the window and working on your tan. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Beach and nautical decor everywhere! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We keep the latest visitor and restaurant guides in the cottage for all our guests! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We have a very large selection of DVDs to choose from on those rainy Outer Banks days. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Games and puzzles are located throughout the cottage.  Go find your favorite! - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
The beach in front of Serendipity with some surfers in the background catching the waves. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We have a washer and dryer for our guests to use. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We have a beach umbrella and beach chairs for our guests to use in the utility shed under the cottage. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity has over 300 DVD movies available for our guests for stormy days. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
We have a carport that can fit one car. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
On the cooler days, open up the windows and let the ocean breezes blow through the house. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Serendipity is a historic, cedar shake cottage in Kitty Hawk, Outer Banks. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
Make sure to make time to visit Bodie Lighthouse, which is about 30 minutes from our cottage. - SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY:  Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk
SERENDIPITY OBX: Couples Getaway to Cozy Cottage with Amazing Ocean Views and Dog Friendly!
2 Guests · 2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Vacation Home · 1000 Sqft
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• Serendipity OBX - Classic Outer Banks beach cottage
• On Beach Rd
• Ocean side with Ocean views with no homes blocking your view!
• Beach is across the street - 200 feet to beach access!
• Dog friendly and fenced-in back yard
• Rooftop deck, front deck, and back deck,
• Sun porch
• BBQ grill
• Outdoor shower + hot water
• Fully equipped kitchen w/ cookware
• Onsite parking 4 vehicles
• Old-fashioned beach decor and comfortable furniture
• WiFI, Cable, 2 Flat-screen TVs, Keurig

NOTE: Please plan to bring your own linens, pillows, towels, shampoo, and soap for your stay!


DOGS
Please note that if you bring a well-behaved dog, there is an additional $75 fee (per dog) to cover the extra deep-cleaning that needs to be done from time to time.

LOCATION
The cottage is located right on the Beach Road in Kitty Hawk, NC between milepost 4.0 and 4.5 and is the perfect place if you are looking to relax and have a classic Outer Banks beach house experience. With this cottage, you are just steps away from the ocean....beach access is about a 200 foot walk to the corner! We have very quiet neighbors to the left, right, and behind us.

DESCRIPTION
Serendipity cottage is an important piece of Outer Banks history. This cottage used to be the station keeper's house for Kitty Hawk Life Saving Station #7. It served as the living quarters for the station keeper and is located right on the Beach Road in Kitty Hawk, NC between milepost 4.0 and 4.5. It is the perfect place if you are looking to relax and have a classic Outer Banks beach house experience. With this cottage, you are just steps away from the ocean....beach access is about a 200 foot walk to the corner! We have very quiet neighbors to the left, right, and behind us.

The cottage has a master bedroom with master bath, and additional bedrooms to spread out if you like. There is plenty of extra spaces to hang-out....on the rooftop deck, the front deck, the back deck, the screened sun-porch, the back yard, or under the cottage. There is also an outdoor shower with hot/cold water, washer and dryer, fully stocked kitchen (fridge, oven, microwave, dishes, pots, pans, and silverware) to make home-cooked meals as well as Nutri-Bullet for cold drinks and a Keurig coffee maker. We also have a laundry room with washer and dryer available for your use.

This is a very comfortable beach cottage with amazing views of the ocean. Our cottage has vintage and unique furnishings, as well as more modern amenities such as 2 flat-screen TVs, 2 DVD players, cable, WiFi, and a retro Atari game system. Nautical and beach decor is located throughout the cottage, and you will notice that there are books, board games and puzzles in just about every room and corner...including a few Rubik's cubes laying around! The main room also has a large collection of DVDs for your viewing pleasure. Many of the guests who stay at this cottage have been been coming for over 20+ years, and many of them say that they love the "comfortable feeling" as well as how close the cottage is to the beach and the ocean views.

If there is only one thing you do if you stay with us.....we highly recommend you get up early, grab some coffee or tea, and watch the sunrise over the ocean from the rooftop deck. It is a memory not soon to be forgotten.

We also have a completely fenced-in backyard and well-behaved dogs are allowed on a case-by-case basis. Sorry, no cats. There will be an additional $75 fee per dog. Please watch over your dog at all times so that they are safe and will not get into anything or destroy furniture or bedding. Also you will be responsible to pick-up after your dog, or pay for any damage done to the home or furnishings by your dog.

We also have a small shed that has beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and assorted beach toys. Please feel free to use them during your stay!


HISTORY
This is a older Outer Banks home and used to be the station keeper's house for Kitty Hawk Life Saving Station #7. It served as the living quarters for the station keeper and personnel and for many years was simply known as "The Station Keeper's House". In 1992 the owners changed its named to "Serendipity" and is has been called that ever since.

THINGS TO NOTE
Please ensure you read all of the house rules before requesting to book.

Guests will also receive a rental agreement to review and eSign.

There is a video camera in the car port area with the audio disabled.

This is an older home, and many of the doorways are low. The master bedroom is a pretty decent size, but the other bedrooms are relatively small. There are no closets in any of the bedrooms, but there are dressers and areas to hang clothes. You will find that you live out on the decks when it is warm, or in the enclosed sun porch when it's rainy.

We love our cottage, but like any home or place you stay at...it will not be right for everyone. The cottage is 70+ years old, very clean, full of character, comfort, charm, and history. However, if you are looking for everything to be absolutely perfect, no imperfections anywhere, granite counter tops, and bamboo hardwood floors....then this home would probably not be a good fit for you. Our home is a clean, comfortable, and classic OBX beach cottage. If your looking to stay in a unique cottage, in a great beach town, and have a classic Outer Banks beach vacation experience....then this is the cottage for you.

Sleeping Configuration

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Master Bedroom
1 queen bed
It has an attached master bath.
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Bedroom #2
1 queen bed
Ocean views and a dresser for clothes.

What this place offers

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IconBalcony
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
IconSmart TV
IconSecurity Cameras

Nearby activities

IconScuba diving or snorkeling
IconFishing Charters
IconSurfing
IconKitesurf
IconGolf
IconMiniature Golf
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Suitability

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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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Parking Included
There is parking for 2 vehicles.

Meet The Host

Mike
Owner
Mike
Hi - we're Mike and Nicole! We have been married since 2007 and have one child - our Doberman. We're outdoorsy types and love to hike, mountain climb, ski, kayak, and of course, go to the beach!

We will both happily work the day-to-day job of making sure that you are comfortable and enjoying your time when you're at Serendipity OBX or Grizzly Cabin White Mountains. We want you to have your best vacation every time you come to stay.

We are very familiar with the White Mountains, and can give you recommendations for attractions, dinner, breakfast, hiking, skiing, or answer any questions that you may have. We will always be available to you. We're easily accessible, as both of us receive notifications when a new message is sent to us, and usually respond within an hour.
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Scenic views

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Location

Beachfront
Oceanfront

Getting around

Just steps from the beach! The beach and ocean are right in front of the house, and beach access is about 200 feet at the corner! Walking distance to two great restaurants (Black Pelican and Hurricane Mo's), and 7-Eleven. Taxis/Ubers are very cheap in the Outer Banks.
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 3PM - Flexible
Guests will receive a code for the lock after the rental agreement has been signed, and security deposit and payments have been confirmed/received.
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Check Out: 10AM
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
24 years old
Maximum occupancy: 2
Max 2 people.
House Rules
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1. In order to get your booking approved, you will need to have a completed AirBnB profile, verified email/phone/government ID, and profile picture showing your face. Minimum age to rent is 25 for the responsible party. Guests need to have positive reviews from other hosts in order to reserve this cottage.

2. Bring your own linens, pillows, bath towels, beach towels, and blankets. There are 2 queen beds.

3. Do not access the roof from the top deck under any circumstances. It is your responsibility to ensure that no one attempts to access the roof under any circumstances.

4. The cottage can accommodate a maximum of 2 people, 2 dogs, and 2 cars.

5. Parties are not allowed.

6. Do not smoke or vape in the house or the sun porch. Please note that if the cleaners determine that smoking occurred in the sun porch or house, you agree to pay $500 deep-cleaning charge for damages as outlined in our rental agreement.

7. If you use the gas grill, never leave it unattended. If you use the gas grill, please clean it after it has cooled off. If you bring your own portable grill, it can not be used in the car port, under the house, sun porch, or in the house and can only be used in the driveway or back yard at least 10 feet from the house.

8. Guests are not permitted to access the loft.

9. This cottage is listed as not suitable for children and infants. There are stairs, a loft ladder, roof-top deck, mini-blind cords and electrical outlets. If you are bringing children with you, it will be your responsibility to supervise them at all times to ensure their safety.

10. DOGS: If you bring a dog with you, you need to let us know about it first as there is a $75 per dog fee. Please note it is your responsibility to ensure the gates are closed and locked at all times, as well as to supervise your pet at all times for their safety. You are also responsible for picking up all dog poop and disposing of it in the garbage. Please note that if our cleaner reviews the backyard and sees that the dog poop was not picked up, you agree to pay a $100 fee to have a waste removal company pick up the dog waste. Dogs are also not allowed on the 2 couches in the main room.

11. Do not trespass on the neighbors' properties. We have year-round neighbors to the left, right, and behind and you need to respect their privacy and property. The backyard of Serendipity is fenced in so the property boundaries are very clear.

12. Candles , bonefires, and campfires are not permitted.

13. NO LIABILITY/INDEMNIFICATION/HOLD HARMLESS: The owners of the property do not assume liability for the loss, theft, damage or injury (or death) to persons or their personal property for any reason including pandemic/Covid19. Guests agree to indemnify and hold the owners harmless for any liabilities, theft, damage, cost or expense whatsoever arising from or related to any claim or litigation which may arise out of or in connection with Guests’ use and occupancy of the rental property, including but not limited to claims for personal injury or property damage/loss.

14. This rental requires a written rental agreement be reviewed, eSigned, and returned. To receive a copy of the agreement, please send an inquiry prior to sending a Booking Request. We reserve the right to cancel any Instant Booking where the guest refuses to eSign the rental agreement.

15. Check-out is 10:00am Eastern time. Please ensure you give yourself enough time to check-out by this time. Our cleaners arrive promptly. Failure to check-out by this time may result in a damages claim as it could impact the experience of the next guest.

16. Serendipity is NOT for everyone. This is a 70+ year old classic and historic Outer Banks cottage. We love our cottage, but like any home or place you stay at...it will not be right for everyone. The cottage is clean, full of character, comfort, charm, and history. However, if you are looking for everything to be absolutely perfect, no imperfections anywhere, not a grain of sand in the corners, granite counter tops, and bamboo hardwood floors, etc...then this home would probably NOT be a good fit for you. The secret phrase to book our beach cottage is: "Checkout time is 10am". There is a chance you may find some sand behind a table, or a mark on the wall from a guest that stayed with us 20+ years ago. If you have these kinds of expectations that everything is 100% perfect, then Serendipity would not be a good fit for you and there are plenty of other homes that can meet your needs. If your looking to stay in a unique, historic, and clean cottage, in a great beach town, and have a classic Outer Banks beach vacation experience....then this is the cottage for you!

17. There is a security video camera in the car port area pointed toward the driveway. The audio on this camera is disabled, but video recording is enabled.

18. CATS: Cats are not allowed. Anyone bringing a cat will incur a minimum of an additional $500 cleaning fee.

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Payment Policy
50% at time of reservation.
Additional 50% balance due when within 30 days of arrival.
Refundable Damage Deposit
Guests will be refunded their security deposit within 7 days of check-out. If damage has been done to the house, the amount needed to repair or replace the damage will be taken from the security deposit.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel before, but not including 5 days of your arrival date and receive a full refund.

Cancel 5 days or less before arrival date and receive 50% refund.

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SERENDIPITY: Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk is a Vacation Home located in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, United States. This Vacation Home is available for short term lodging and accommodates 2 guests
SERENDIPITY: Amazing Ocean Views on Beach Rd - Kitty Hawk has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and was listed on Houfy on Dec 2020

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