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Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm (Nags Head)
A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a view through large windows. - Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm (Nags Head)
Experience the quintessential Nags Head beach cottage at this charming oceanfront home. With a wide wrap-around porch, enjoy beautiful ocean and beach views while taking in the sunrise or twilight hours. This family-friendly retreat features central air conditioning, fresh ocean breezes, and direct access to the sandy beach via a private path.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm

  • Plan your family vacation at a traditional oceanfront beach cottage designed with true Nags Head-style! The home has a wide wrap-around porch for beautiful ocean and beach views to see the sunrise or enjoying the twilight hours outdoors. There is a private beach access from the home is a sandy path over the dune; there are no stairs down to the beach area. Among the amenities at this cottage are central air conditioning and plenty of fresh ocean breezes and beach walks to look forward to! Don't wait to reserve this family-friendly cottage and begin making your own beach memories for years to come! [Note: No dogs or other animals are allowed in this home.]

    Beds: 1 King Master, 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 Trundle; 9 Towel Sets provided

    TOP LEVEL:
    The King Master Suite has an ocean view, so family members will need to flip a coin to see who gets this room! Its master bath has a shower/tub combo. There are 3 more bedrooms to choose from: one Queen bedroom also has an ocean view and the second Queen bedroom is at the front of the house. The fourth bedroom has 2 Twin beds with a Trundle available which is perfect for children. These bedrooms share a hall bath with a shower/tub combo. The bedrooms do not have TVs.

    ENTRY LEVEL:
    The living area has comfortable seating and a flat-screen TV available. Extra seating is offered by the game table if playing cards or other games will entertain your family. There is a wet bar set-up with drinkware and blender for guests who enjoy making frozen beverages. The eat-in kitchen is well-equipped to make family meals with a dining table (seats 6), as well as a half bathroom. The oceanfront deck leads to a private beach access to the ocean.

    EXTRAS:
    Located in an original Outer Banks beach town of Nags Head, there many shops to visit and restaurants, several which offer fresh local seafood. For nearby fun activities, there is the First Flight Adventure Park, the Wright Brothers National Memorial park, and several mini-golf courses to try your skill at.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free 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

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,096 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Only family groups which include parents, their children and relatives are permitted. High school or college groups are never allowed.

Parties, events or large gatherings that exceed the property's occupancy are not permitted.

Dogs and other animals are not allowed in this home.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Nags Head, this vacation home is on the beach. Nags Head Golf Links and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park. Full Throttle Speedway and Destination Fun are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park
    Jockey's Ridge State Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunrise by a fishing pier in North Carolina
    Nags Head Fishing Pier
    3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Jennette's Pier
    Jennette's Pier
    6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Outer Banks Mall
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Blue Moon Beach Grill
    13 min walk
  • Morning View Coffee Company
    4 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    2 min drive
  • Grits Grill
    17 min walk
  • Outback Steakhouse
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm 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 Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nags Head vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Hospital and Outer Banks Beaches. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Outer Banks Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Memory Lane: Ocean-front Beach Cottage, Old-fashioned Charm Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

7.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Great week

It was just as pictured, great to have the beach access, just wish the weather would have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Great Location

We have been staying here several years and it is a great location. Although the house is aging and needs some repairs and updates, it has everything you need to have a great stay. The house has plenty of room and is next to the beach. The beach, the star of the show, is a short walk out of the back door. The house is close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Aline B.

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

OBX Adventures

Great location right on the beach. Made some great memories. House is well appointed with almost everything you need. Property management company was very helpful with all our questions before and during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Had a great time

Great location and water (ocean) was so clear at the house
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Great Weekend

The house and accommodations were as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Excellent location!

Beach was very private as the public beach access was about a dozen houses down in either direction. Beautiful! I would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time!!! We enjoyed Roanoke Island's aquarium and lost colony history. Everyone loved the wild horses in Corolla and kayaking. Then, we decided to go on a dolphin tour, even though we could see dolphins swim bye from the porch. Everything was great!!! Can't wait to come back, again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Memory Lane

This is a beautiful old Nags Head style beach with updated amenities. The wraparound porch was truly beautiful along with the boardwalk deck overlooking the ocean. This was a dream trip for my mom and sisters as my mom hasn’t been to Nags Head for a week since my dad passed in 2019.To be down here with her 4 daughters was a dream come true for all of us. We have been coming to the OBX since 1963 and this house was just perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Memory Lane stay review

The stay was nice. The windows were very dirty. I had to clean the downstairs windows in order to see out. Dust build up on window blinds and window sills. Dust build up on baseboards. Refrigerator is very dirty. Place definitely needs a good deep cleaning. Ice maker did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

6/10 Okay

Linda G.

Lane Beach House, Nags Head

Older house that needs simple repairs. There were nails popping up on the back and side deck and we had young children running around in bare feet. House has very poor lighting at night so reading with the kids at night in the living room was very difficult. Kitchen is well equipped. Nice room set up. Large master bedroom. Very small bathrooms but not a problem. Would have been nice to have had a broom. Not something you want to buy for one week, but it would have helped to keep the house clean. The beach is very nice but there is no view from the back porch. The dunes are too high. Some houses have decks built on top of the dune but the one that this house had was covered with sand and not high enough. Overall it was clean and sufficient for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise K.

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

Location was excellent

This property is exactly what I think of when I think of a beach house. It isnt new and shiny, nor should it be. We loved the home, the location, and the fact that linens were included. Unfortunately we won't be staying here again due to property management issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shannon S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

House needs major updates

Really the only pro was location. Cons: Nails poked up on decks and walkways. Bathroom toilets didn’t flush well, shower curtains were mildewed and molded. Master bathroom tub did not drain good so you end up standing in ankle deep water while showering. Some of the doors didn’t lock properly. House overall was very very dusty and desperately needs an extensive deep clean. Could use a pest control service as there were numerous silverfish throughout the house and we did see a waterbug in the kitchen. Furniture downstairs is shabby and dated. Entire house needs actual lights, not lamps!!!!!!! Ended up buying my own dishes to cook with because the dishes there looked nasty. I did sweep the floors prior to check out but there was no vacuum to do the upstairs rooms with carpets. Could be a very nice rental with some TLC. Even though the location was great, unless major updates / deep cleanings are done I would not consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect Location, but house needs work

The location of this house to OBX amenities and the beach was wonderful. The access to the beach was right off the deck and it was our own secluded portion of the sea - truly beautiful. The house was in disrepair and is in need of attention. Not a single bedroom or bathroom door properly closed or locked. The AC does not work properly and it was difficult to get it to cool the house to anything lower than 76 (which was hot). The wifi was very spotty and unreliable (could not connect for anything longer than a few minutes and then it would drop and the modem would have to be restarted). Lamps in bedrooms were missing light bulbs, making it completely dark with no overhead light. The furniture and the house was not functional, was totally worn, and looked like it was from the 70's. Even the furniture on the deck was made with PVC pipe and not sturdy. The deck itself has many nails exposed and a hazard for walking. The beds are by far the worst part of the house, they are solid as a rock and it feels like you are sleeping on the box spring. The property management company/owner should immediately seek better mattresses - they were utterly horrible and not one person in our group could sleep on them. We even went and bought air mattresses because the beds were so bad. Overall, the location is perfect however, I will not stay here because the house is not adequate. There are so many other options in OBX to rent - if you want a good night sleep and a functional house, please don't stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

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

wonderful location, cozy house

This house is very well appointed with all the essentials required for a relaxing stay. There is plenty of space to accommodate a large group and we were all very impressed with the functionality of the place. The tables and chairs are all comfortable and sturdy and there were many places for the group to gather. We gathered in the kitchen, living room, sitting room and all over the deck. The AC and other appliances (dishwasher, washer dryer and stove) work great. Sure, we'd rather cook on a gas stove but we're at the beach so electric is a small sacrifice. The carpet upstairs is extremely comfortable and a welcomed cozy addition after spending the day on the beach. The outdoor shower was AMAZING, just like the beach and ocean at this location. The deck will need some attention soon but that is to be expected as mother nature is very strong in this location. My only hope would be a little more deck maintenance before our next visit, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph M.

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

Family vacation

We all had a lovely time with a beautiful beach just steps away
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonita B.

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

Great Memories at Memory Lane

Great little house in a wonderful section of Nags Head. Would love to rent again next year. Would hope the owners would do a few upgrades; i.e. a new hose on the deck, fix cabinet door handle and doors to the washer/dryer. Also, review the cleaning process. Bathrooms were not clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ronda o.

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

OBX stay

Always a good experience with VRBO and your app makes everything so convenient. We only use VRBO now because we like to take mini vacations and there is so much to choose from for a 3 or 4 night stay in the OBX. We also like working with parmount destinations. They were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda M.

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

Good Location

Overall we enjoyed our stay. This is an older house, which is not a problem for us. It is in a good location. Our only complaint is that it was not as clean as it could be. The kitchen garbage can looked like it hadn’t been wiped down in quite some time and there was dried liquid and trash in it, under the liner bag. The floors were dirty and the tub had a film. The linens, sinks and toilets were very clean. We probably would not return to this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie S.

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

Great view

great location and the beach is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Ocean front and GREAT weather

We loved the location and the house accommodated us just fine. This cottage is dated just like the photos show, but we didn't care. We don't rent for the decor, but the ocean frontage. And it gets 5 stars for that! Great location. Happy that the owners shared their little piece of heaven with us! We had a wonderful vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024