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Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view

This cottage is located off of Colington Road and is only 1 MILE FROM THE BEACH (that's a quick 4 minute drive).

You will be welcomed to this very clean and cozy, fully stocked and full of character cottage with a beautiful WATER VIEW OF THE KITTY HAWK BAY. The cottage is directly across the street from the sound and has a great view of the water.

The cottage is single level with only 3 steps to entry. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Bedroom 1 has a king size bed and bedroom 2 has a queen size bed, both with brand new 2023 Zinus 14 hybrid mattresses with medium firmness, each bed has a 2 inch memory foam topper as well.
There is a queen size futon in the den and a queen size sleeper sofa in the living room.

Linens and bath towels/wash cloths are provided for your stay.

The kitchen is fully stocked and has everything you need to prepare your evening meal after a day at the beach. Dining area comfortably seats 6.

There is a laundry room with washer and dryer, they are available for guest's use.

The outdoor shower welcomes you after a trip to the beach or for a shower under the stars.

This cozy little Outer Banks cottage is only 1 mile from the nearest beach access with a very nice bath house offering showers and bathrooms. It is also handicapped accessible.

Just across the street from that bath house is Stop N Shop a known spot for a deli sandwich as well as convenience store items, OBX gifts, beach gear and fishing tackle. Very convenient to pick up everything you'll need for a great day at the beach.

Just down the road from the cottage, one each way is the Saltbox Cafe to the left and the Colington Cafe to the right, two well known favorite restaurants of the area.

You will have everything you need for an excellent stay here on the Outer Banks!


This cottage belonged to my grandmother, her name was Ruby.
It has been updated in 2023 with a completely new kitchen and bathroom, fresh paint and refinished hard wood and tile floors throughout.
The water for the cottage is a deep well and with well water there is sometimes a bit of an odor and there can be some color also. It's all completely normal for the area, the local water treatment company says the well water on this property has some of the most balanced pH and highest mineral count they've seen on the Outer Banks so we've decided to keep the well water for now.

Keeping it simple at this centrally located milepost 8 Outer Banks cottage.

Located off the beaten path in Colington in a very quiet neighborhood.

This cottage is very nearby the Blue Crab Tavern. You may hear some music and people having a good time over there . "The Crab" as we call it usually quiets down by 11pm, even on evenings when they have bands playing out back on the dock.
Wanna see a beautiful sunset or enjoy a cold beverage while sitting out on the dock? Walk on over and meet the owner Argie, this year is her 31st year in business!

Property manager

Tanya

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 dogs fully house trained allowed for $100 fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervise kids closely/proximity to road and water

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

Map
Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 3 min drive
  • Destination Fun - 4 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 7 min drive
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view located?

This family-friendly Kill Devil Hills cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wright Brothers National Memorial and Aviation Dog Park. Outer Banks Beaches is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Ruby's OBX Retreat is only 1 mile from the beach and has a beautiful sound view Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roman K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr. K
I had a wonderful stay at Ruby’s OBX retreat. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had all the amenities I needed. The host was incredibly friendly and helpful, making sure I had everything I needed. The location was perfect for exploring the area. I highly recommend this property and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage for Visit to OBX
This cottage was a great choice for our family of four (2 adults 2 teens). It was exactly as pictured and extremely clean! We folded the futon couch into a bed, which our son used so he could have his own room (linens provided in the closet.) The host, Tanya, is very prompt and thoughtful in her communications. The cottage is very well stocked with everything you can imagine and need. We have never stayed at a beach house that truly had everything included, and Tanya has thought of every last detail. We did purchase our own gallons of drinking water, as there is a slight odor to the well water if you're used to city water. The cottage is located about a 5 minute drive to a public beach access with a nice bath house. One day the parking lot was full, so we just drove to the next public parking lot down the street. The cottage is on a main road, so there is quite a bit of road noise, but it was mostly noticeable in the morning. There are lots of restaurants nearby, and Tanya left a binder with recommendations, which we took and enjoyed! It is very close to the Wright Brothers Monument/Museum. We really enjoyed this adorable beach themed cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place, nice accommodations
Stayed here for 6 nights. Great little cottage, good location, the host left some amazing suggestions and we were able to do so much of what we wanted to do and then come back to a comfortable setting to relax. Thank you!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward K., Casper, WY

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean comfortable home
This was our first trip to the Outer Banks and this single-family house better suited us than a busy condo. It is about 1.5 miles from a nice beach and is appointed with everything we needed, including chairs for the beach. The road where it is located is a pretty busy artery for the area which is good for access but noisier than a side street. We were pleased with the house and Tanya is great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Property and Very Accommodative Host
It has an ideal location, quiet at night, and only 3 min drive to beach access parking. Host privides a lot of different things such as beach towels and chairs that make the experience that much easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very responsive owner!
First, let me start by saying Tanya was the best. She answered every question within maybe 10 minutes, she has things in that cottage to cover almost every inconvenience, and it’s very well maintained, and CLEAN. We were on the water, in the heat of the south and not one bug, which is ALWAYS a possibilty in a southern location. The dryer broke during our stay, and they literally had one sitting on the sidewalk by 9:00 the next day waiting to come in as we were packing! Sincerely, she’s the best. We definitely will stay here if we come this way again! Thank you Tanya!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023