Remodeled in February 2020, Osprey is a quaint house nestled in the village of Salvo on an oceanside street. Ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat and small families wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, Osprey feels cozy while maintaining Hatteras Island charm and natural beauty. A well-appointed cottage with comforts of home, Osprey invites you to unwind and relax! Built in 1978 by the current owner’s grandfather and father, this cozy cottage was one of the first rental properties in Salvo. Over the last 40 years, Osprey has continued to host and amaze visitors with its prime ocean-side location, just yards away from the Atlantic Ocean, and stunning views of sunsets over the Pamlico Sound. Please note this is not an oceanfront property nor does it have water views. Modern upgrades and renovations were completed on the property in February 2020. Beautiful craftsmanship, natural lighting, and simple comfortable furnishings create an aesthetic that allows your mind and body to unwind after a day of fun. The main gathering area is open with a stocked kitchen, living, and dining areas. There are two private bedrooms, both with new queen size beds and doors that lock for your privacy, and one full-sized bathroom. A front porch runs the length of the house and offers additional entertaining space; allowing you to live indoors or out. On the west side of the cottage, a private outdoor shower helps you to rinse off the beach and enjoy the splendor of outdoor bathing. We are friendly to all guests, but please note that we do not provide essentials for infants and toddlers. But please feel free to bring what you need if you are traveling with small children. Also, due to local regulations, infants and toddlers must be included in the total guest count. The entire home is accessible for your enjoyment. There is a primitive ocean beach access with a double dune line at the end of the street. The access is not handicap accessible and it is recommended to wear flip-flops or sandals across the dunes and to stay on the path due to the abundance of cactus. Osprey is located less than one half (0.5) mile from the Salvo Day Use Area; an opportune spot for families with smaller children to explore the Pamlico Sound and for adults and older children looking to kayak, kiteboard, canoe, and watch beautiful sunsets. In addition, adjacent to the Salvo Day Use Area is a four-wheel drive beach access for guests to enjoy with the purchase of an off-road driving permit from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Osprey is owned and operated by a native Hatteras Island family. We live 25 miles north of Salvo in Kill Devil Hills; one of the towns on the northern Outer Banks. As self-employed workers, our schedules are varied. Please feel free to call, text, or email with any questions, concerns, or needs regarding the house, property, or amenities. We are happy to assist you with suggestions of restaurants, events, and local attractions while you are on your vacation. But we trust you will enjoy exploring the Outer Banks on your own! We will notify you if we need to come by for property maintenance or for cleaning. Osprey is located on an ocean-side street 325 feet to the beautiful and surreal Cape Hatteras National Seashore overlooked by the Old Richmond; a Civil War era shipwreck. Osprey is minutes away from a multitude of Hatteras Island’s hidden wonders and historical landmarks including the Salvo Day Use Area, four-wheel drive beach access, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Chicamicomico Life Saving Station, Kitty Hawk Kites, and miles of untouched beaches. Please note, this is a summer vacation rental neighborhood. As such, noise levels may be loud from other guests or construction. Please reach out if you have concerns. Hatteras Island relishes in charm compared to other Outer Banks locations, with its remote feel and beautiful natural environment. Most of the island is owned by either the National Park Service or the U.S. Department of Wildlife, including all ocean and sound beaches, there is tremendously less development than other Outer Banks towns and villages. Due to the quaintness of Salvo, there is not a large-scale shopping center in the village. Instead, the majority of businesses are locally-owned with the exception of a Food Lion grocery store 20 minutes south of Osprey in the village of Avon. Thus, you may want to grocery shop and stock up on basic products prior to your arrival. We aim to provide essentials for your vacation. Sheets, bedspreads, blankets, pillows, hand towels, washcloths, and towels are all provided and are washed using hypoallergenic laundry detergent. A fully-stocked kitchen with pots and pans, dishes, silverware, knife set, dish rags, and coffee pot is also provided to make your vacation house seem like home. Beach items, such as chairs, umbrellas, bikes, and coolers, are available for sale or rent through local businesses scattered up and down the Outer Banks. Finally, living so close to the natural environment, we strive to be as eco-friendly as possible in our home. We ask you to join in our efforts including disposing of trash, conserving energy and city water, and recycling. Osprey sits opposite of the Salvo Inn. There is ample parking for guests in front of the house in addition to an enclosed outdoor shower area. Host is not liable for noise in the area due to other visitors, homeowners, and guests. If Osprey is not exactly what you are looking for during your stay on the beautiful Outer Banks or you require different dates, please check out other properties (all neighboring Osprey) by clicking on my host profile. 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