Updates for 2025 Rental Season: New Bunk Beds; Bubbly Hot Tub Updates for 2023 Rental Season: Pool; Fenced-In Yard; Fire Pit The space You'll Always Be “At Ease” When You Vacation In This Beach Cottage If you've been dreaming about the Outer Banks, make your dreams come true in this semi-oceanfront cottage that sits right on the “beach road” and offers newly renovated decks and a Crow's Nest with custom Adirondack chairs and panoramic views of the Atlantic. With plenty of living space, Private Pool,* and a large fenced-in backyard, At Ease is perfect for your family! At less than 200-feet (a 1-minute walk) from the closest public beach access, it will be easy to spend a lazy afternoon splashing in the waves and tanning in the sand before unwinding in your picturesque beach cottage. On the top level, a spacious living area with ocean views, plenty of natural light, and cathedral ceilings welcome you into your week of relaxation. Feel at ease in the newly updated reclining chair or ottoman or allow yourself the ultimate beach escape in the brand new reading nook. The cozy kitchen with stainless steel appliances is perfect for chefs of all skill levels to whip up their favorite seafood masterpieces! The kitchen island offers bar seating for 4 with new bar stools and the adjoining dining area doubles as the perfect spot for breaking out your favorite board game for a little family-friendly competition. A convenient half-bath keeps everyone comfortable on this level. When it's time for an ocean breeze, step out onto the newly renovated deck with custom Adirondack chairs for the ultimate relaxation experience. Head downstairs to the mid-level and you will find all 4 bedrooms, each with brand-new comforters and freshly painted furniture. Two Queen Bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill full bathroom. A bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds and another Queen Bedroom share a second Jack-and-Jill full bathroom. After a long day of playing in the surf, head back to the house and rinse off in the large outdoor shower. Take a dip in the Private Pool* and enjoy an evening under the stars with the outdoor fire pit. In the dry entry under the carport, you will find the conveniently located laundry area with a washer and dryer, microwave, and mini-fridge. While you're there, take advantage of the newly expanded picnic area and unwind in the bubbly Hot Tub! Grill up the day's catch for everyone to enjoy under the new oversized Edison bulb string lights that surround the entry under the carport. Whether you're looking for fun, relaxation, or both, come find yourself At Ease! Walk to Great Restaurants and Attractions Situated in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, At Ease's great location makes it easy to walk to restaurants and local attractions. A mere 200 feet to the north you find the brand new brewery and tasting room, Swells'a Brewing Beer Company (recently opened Summer 2021). Two hundred feet in the opposite direction you can easily walk to Kill Devil Grill – a favorite restaurant of locals and visitors alike. Just down the side road, you can find another fave, Ladles Soups, featuring the best soups, salads, and sandwiches on the beach! A short drive away are Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill, Miller's Seafood & Steak House, Stack'em High Pancakes, Dirty Dick's Crab House, & more! Easily shop for all the supplies you'll need during your trip at the nearby Food Lion, Harris Teeter, or Publix supermarkets. A couple of miles to the south, cast a line from the Nags Head Fishing Pier or visit Jockey's Ridge State Park and climb the tallest sand dune on the Atlantic coast. Head a mile to the north and stop by the Wright Brothers National Monument to learn about America's history of aviation and the first powered flight that occurred right off the local sand dunes! Afterward, swing by Lost Treasure Golf to try your luck at a fun treasure-themed mini-golf course or, if it's raining, catch the latest Blockbuster at the nearby movie theater. Whether you spend your days playing on the beach, casting your line out in the ocean, or exploring fun shops around town, you'll always feel “At Ease” when you stay in this beach cottage! Property Layout: Top-Level: Living Area w/ Netflix; Kitchen; Dining Area; Half Bath; Deck; Crow's Nest w/ Ocean Views Mid-Level: Main Entry; Three (3) Queen Bedrooms; One (1) Bedroom with Two (2) Bunk Beds; Two (2) Jack-and-Jill Full Bathrooms (Tub/Shower Combo); Covered Deck Ground-Level: Carport; Bubbly Hot Tub; Outdoor Shower; Private Pool; Fire Pit; Laundry Area; Grill; Picnic Area Beds: 3 Queen, 2 Bunk Bed Sets *Pools are subject to availability. Guest access The Entire Home Other things to note Minimum Age to Rent: 25 Family Groups Only Personal email address and signed lease are required to confirm reservation. Reservations not confirmed within 48 hours will be considered guest cancellation and will be reported to Airbnb as such. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for additional pets at pet-friendly homes*, early check-in fee*, late check-out fee*, pool heat fee*, for applicable homes. *Only applies to certain homes. Pet Friendly or No Pets is specified in the Things to Know section. Early check-in and late check-out are only applicable on homes with 5 bedrooms or less. Please inquire to see if the pool is able to be heated. For 2023, Seaside Vacations will open all private pools (heated and unheated) beginning the weekend of April 15, 2023 and close all pools (heated and unheated) the weekend of October 14, 2023 unless otherwise noted in the listing.* For 2024, Seaside Vacations will open all private pools (heated and unheated) on March 31, 2024* and close all pools (heated and unheated) the weekend of October 12, 2024.* *Please note: Pool open and close dates are approximate and are not guaranteed to open or close on the dates specified above. Heated service for private pools is only available on homes that offer pool heat as an amenity (inquire with us) and requires one week’s notice prior to your date of arrival. There is an additional fee to heat the pool. Cost varies according to pool size. Please reach out to us to find out the cost to heat a specific pool. Most pool heaters heat five to eight degrees above outside air temperatures. Outdoor community pools are generally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but the exact date for each community pool varies. Reach out to us for exact dates. The Outer Banks is a remote location with natural surroundings. Therefore, some pests, including Palmetto Bugs and midges, are common to the area and may be found inside homes.