Privacy at the Beach
About this cottage rental
Avoid Saturday traffic issues. This is a SUNDAY to SUNDAY rental! Clean, bright, and comfortable, this is one of the few remaining traditional beach boxes in Hatteras Colony! The lower deck is spacious. The upper deck covers the top 1/2 of the house where you can view the spectacular Atlantic Ocean! Our home is loved and well cared for!! Welcome to 'Our Escape Hatch'. Amply named considering the privacy you'll feel with trees separating you from 'the rest of the world'. This SUNDAY to SUNDAY rental is perfect for a small family or couples wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of daily living. This home was purchased to relax in and share good times with friends and family. Our cottage is the third lot from the ocean!! With direct access, it's only an approximate 200 yard walk to the dune line and beach! 'Our Escape Hatch' is a simple home, but well maintained, loved, and beautifully decorated for those just 'wanting to get away'. In our years of ownership, very few bells and whistles have been added - intentionally!! However, in the living room, you can expect a Smart TV with cable and a DVD player. Bring your favorite movies or rent them at a near by Red Box. There is a smaller TV in two of the three bedrooms. Wireless Internet is also available. A stereo is there for your CD's or listen to local radio. Ceiling fans are in all three bedrooms, the kitchen, and living room. There is a king bed in one bedroom, a queen bed in another, and a double bed in the third bedroom. This home is meant for relaxation, for beach, and outdoor activity lovers! Enjoy the diversity the Outer Banks of North Carolina offers. There is surf fishing (NC license is required) or the Rodanthe Fishing Pier is just a couple of miles away (no license required for pier fishing). There is also charter fishing from Oregon Inlet or Hatteras Village. If water sports are your plans you are in the right place! You may want to climb the famous Hatteras Lighthouse a few miles south of Salvo or horseback ride in nearby Buxton. There are nature trails to explore at the Pea Island Welcome Center. End your day with a walk on the beach and a dinner prepared on the charcoal grill. For dessert, bring your flashlight for a moonlight walk on the beach and experience breathtaking starlit nights! On the gentler side, if you want a 'night out', there are many wonderful restaurants nearby. Spa Koru offers a work-out facility or pamper yourself with a message, pedicure or manicure - only a short distance away in Avon. Just a 45-minute drive is a free ferry from Hatteras Village to Ocracoke where you can browse through shops filled with local art, enjoy fresh North Carolina seafood on an outdoor deck, or take a family bike tour of this quaint fishing village. You can spend a week or a lifetime on the Outer Banks of North Carolina and never see or experience everything this area offers. Don't forget your want to capture the good times and beauty of what your time here holds. Keywords: House, Cottage, Affordable, Beach
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
5.0
Great location. Easy walk to the beach. Close to restaurants either north or south. Plenty of room the two of us with our dog.
5.0
This was our first time staying in a VRBO home. The homeowner was wonderful at preparing us for our stay! We were so thankful to have found their home for a last minute vacation! We will definitely be booking with them in the future.
5.0
Perfect spot for a couple or small family. The new furnishings are great! Kitchen is well stocked and we loved hanging on the deck in the evenings, very peaceful neighborhood!
5.0
House was very clean and comfortable we had a great stay and would recommend it to anyone.
5.0
This was a great place to stay. The owners were great people and communicated well with us. The place was cozy and clean. We loved the private beach access and the location of this home.
5.0
Very impressed. A lot of cosmetic changes to property - that was a great surprise!! Very easy access to beach and not a far walk at all. Very quiet neighborhood. A great neighborhood for walking or riding bikes. We are beach bums so if you like the peace and quiet and need a place to unwind and relax, Our Escape Hatch is perfect. If you like to fish, Reel ‘Em In in Salvo with Captain Mark and Ryan was awesome on the sound.
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay. It was a charming home. The home is more updated than the pictures show. It had practically everything we needed!
5.0
The title says it all! Amazing location, the owner was prompt and friendly for any and all needs. Property was perfect, not too much and not too little. Exactly what we wanted, with a little privacy (yet super close to the beach) too boot. We are absolutely planning to rent here again next year, but for much longer!!!
5.0
Wonderful place to stay!! Amenities were perfect all that you would need. Beds were super comfy! Rooftop deck was amazing at sunset. Beach access was really close by. Awesome place to stay with family.
4.0
The property is an older house with outdated bathroom and kitchen.The house was clean when we arrived. The house is comfortable and in a good location near the beach.
5.0
Excellent experience
Salvo is a really good location - you have access to both the ocean and the sound without staying in the midst of the more chaotic areas to the north. We had a few more neighbors than expected but the short walk to the beach was nice and we drove 2 minutes down the road to the day use area along the sound and enjoyed the peaceful water where the kids could swim. Highly recommend doing a charter fishing trip in Hatteras. We caught 51 pounds of fish in a few hours and even enjoyed a group of porpoise swimming alongside our boat. It was a pretty amazing experience! Enjoyed Duck Donuts while there and a couple of good seafood restaurants while on our trip. Also a campfire and sunrise by the ocean were truly a worthwhile experience. The home provided everything we needed for our family of five. Gracious hosts. Excellent communication and information provided up front. Would definitely recommend.
5.0
Stay at the Escape Hatch
We had a great time staying at the Escape Hatch in Salvo. Very relaxing week!
5.0
The house was very clean upon our arrival. The fully stocked kitchen with was perfect. Made cooking and serving easy. My family and I had a wonderful time. The pictures do not do the property justice. The upper deck was perfect for watching the meteor shower and star gazing.
5.0
Miss “our escape hatch” already
The house was very clean upon our arrival. The fully stocked kitchen with was perfect. Made cooking and serving easy. My family and I had a wonderful time. The pictures do not do the property justice. The upper deck was perfect for watching the meteor shower and star gazing.
5.0
Had a great stay in this beach house! No problems. Beach is a long walk, but very nice. There is no dishwasher, but we mainly used paper products. Roof deck is amazing! Arrived on the 4th of July and saw several firework displays. The streets are all flat and made riding bikes very fun. There is enough stores close by to meet your shopping needs. The washing machines are under the house. At first, we couldn't find them inside but read the notebook folder and located them. Thanks, Dale!
5.0
We really enjoyed our week at the beach here. This house was perfect for our needs and the owner is so nice. It was clean and the kitchen was so well stocked. We would definitely rent again!
5.0
Great neighborhood and amenities
Had a great stay in this beach house! No problems. Beach is a long walk, but very nice. There is no dishwasher, but we mainly used paper products. Roof deck is amazing! Arrived on the 4th of July and saw several firework displays. The streets are all flat and made riding bikes very fun. There is enough stores close by to meet your shopping needs. The washing machines are under the house. At first, we couldn't find them inside but read the notebook folder and located them. Thanks, Dale!
5.0
Clean, well stocked small house
We really enjoyed our week at the beach here. This house was perfect for our needs and the owner is so nice. It was clean and the kitchen was so well stocked. We would definitely rent again!
5.0
We had a great time staying at The Escape Hatch. The house was exactly as described. It was super clean and the rooftop deck was amazing!! The walk to the beach was a little further than I expected but it is the same for all the houses. This particular area isn’t directly on the beach. Overall the location was convenient to a few grocer’s as well as restaurants. This place was a gem!
5.0
Perfect size
We had a great time staying at The Escape Hatch. The house was exactly as described. It was super clean and the rooftop deck was amazing!! The walk to the beach was a little further than I expected but it is the same for all the houses. This particular area isn’t directly on the beach. Overall the location was convenient to a few grocer’s as well as restaurants. This place was a gem!
4.0
Pleasant stay
Dale was a gracious host. The property is very conveniently located. It was a cozy and comfortable stay.
4.0
Relax and eacape
This is a neat and tidy beach house close to the ocean. We walked to the beach everyday. Unwinding in the evening on the roof deck, listening g to the ocean offered a unique escape from a busy life! This property offers everything any one needs to enjoy a week at the beach!
5.0
Good location. Nice beach
5.0
Excellent place
Good location. Nice beach
5.0
Great vacation
We really enjoyed our week stay. The house had everything that we needed. The nearby ocean beach and calmer sound beach were both great uncrowded swimming options. The area has enough food and recreation options without being overcrowded. We also prepared our own meals often in the well stocked kitchen.
5.0
Our family had an amazing week at "Our Escape Hatch". The weather was perfect in June. The beach was just a short walk away and was beautiful. Sometimes we felt we had it all to ourselves. The house was comfortable and cozy, and the decks were a really nice feature. Our pets really enjoyed their stay as well. "Our Escape Hatch" made our first trip to the Outer Banks very memorable. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
5.0
Wow, that was fun!!
Our family had an amazing week at "Our Escape Hatch". The weather was perfect in June. The beach was just a short walk away and was beautiful. Sometimes we felt we had it all to ourselves.
The house was comfortable and cozy, and the decks were a really nice feature. Our pets really enjoyed their stay as well. "Our Escape Hatch" made our first trip to the Outer Banks very memorable. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
5.0
Perfect Cottage
My family and I had a wonderful time at Our Escape Hatch! The cottage was the perfect size for the three of us and our golden retriever and it felt like home very quickly! The house is located in a cul-de-sac right off of a quiet street and close to the beach access. This cottage is clean, well- equipped and very comfortable. Dale couldn't have been more helpful in answering our questions and she even e-mailed us at the beginning of our stay to see if we needed anything. Our favorite part of this cottage was the rooftop deck. We spent every evening there! We would not hesitate to recommend this great escape and hope to stay there again.
5.0
Wonderful Relaxing Vacation Ever
My husband, son(8), daughter(3) and I just got back from the Our Escape Hatch(OEH) yesterday. We miss it already.
The house is exactly as it appears in the picture. The lighthouse decorations throughout the house was charming and made us feel welcomed. Bed & sofa were comfortable and kitchen was well stocked with gadgets. Although there are three bedrooms, we cozy-ed up in the bedroom with wall-tv every night. But the smart tv for the rainy afternoon was awesome. We were able to walked to the beach everyday. The beach was not crowded and some days so empty that made us feel like we rented the whole shore. It was such a great relaxing vacation and I feel so lucky to have found this place.
Thank you Dale for sharing your home and making the whole process so easy and effortless.
We will be back!
5.0
Terrific Escape right near the beach
Our family just wrapped up our 4th of July vacation at Our Escape Hatch and Dale made the process easy and the house was wonderful. Everything described in the listing matched the physical property and the entire unit was clean upon our arrival. The proximity to the beach was perfect and there was plenty of room to spread out and take advantage of the perfect water. We also took time to travel around the Outer Banks and visit other beaches, including the inlet side.
We would highly recommend this to others who have a family and an out-going dog to consider this house as your home base for a vacation. Thanks Dale!
5.0
Adorable beach cottage
"Our Escape Hatch" was the perfect rental for my mom, sister, and I (and two dogs) during our week-long stay at the Outer Banks. We loved the relaxing location of Salvo--the beaches were beautiful and uncrowded. The beach access path was SO convenient to the house--we used it often. Dale was a pleasure to deal with, always responding quickly to emails, and sending detailed instructions and helpful tips. The house had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable, and the rooftop deck was spacious and a great place to enjoy the ocean air. We looked at many rental listings before deciding on "Our Escape Hatch," and we couldn't have been any happier with our decision. We had a wonderful stay.
5.0
Wonderful!
We had such a great and relaxing vacation at the Escape Hatch. Pictures do not do it justice! Enjoyed every day of our vacation just relaxing at the beach (which is only a short walk away), cooking out on the grill, hanging out on the deck at night listening to the ocean and walking down to the local ice cream shop! Would come back again for sure, cant wait for our next trip :) Thanks again Dale, you were very on top of everything and it is much appreciated!
4.0
The Week after HURRICANE ARTHUR!
Hurricane Arthur delayed our arrival by a day or so, but Dale did an amazing job to get things cleaned up and ready for us! We so appreciate her hard work. House is just as listed, comfortable, cozy and equipped with all the comforts of home. Loved the morning bike rides down the path along Rt. 12, grilling out every night, ice cream from the Village Conery and the ferry ride to spend the day at Ocracoke Island. Hurricane did leave debris all over and dead fish, but tried to remember we were on vacation. Dale got replacement W/D as soon as possible and central air worked great...thank goodness, it was 99 one day! So loved having our beloved black Lab, Lucy with us. Hope to return again some day ... all in all it was an adventure!
5.0
Cozy comfortable accomodations
I enjoyed my stay here. I especially liked the rooftop patio. The proprietor was communicative and efficient. I would definitely stay here again.
4.0
Great Honeymoon Getaway
My wife and I spent our honeymoon in this cozy beach cottage. It was a great place to relax after all the stresses of the wedding process as Salvo is a quieter area of the OBX and the beach is within walking distance. You have to travel south to Avon or north to the Kitty Hawk area for commercial beach attractions such as putt-putting, grocery stores, movie theaters etc., but that is a minor inconvenience. There are a few great local restaraunts around Salvo and Avon that are must-sees such as The Mad Crabber in Avon and the Atlantic Coast Cafe in Avon just a few blocks away. The cottage is a great place to have a romantic getaway and connect with that special person in your life.
5.0
nice place
Really nice house, has everything you need for a great vacation. Just a short walk to the beach, nice neighborhood. Dog friendly is always a must for us.
5.0
Great Vacation
This is our 3rd time to the Escape Hatch and we can't say enough about it. The place does wonders for our family and bonding together, very special to us. This year the full moon was amazing and pictures will never do it justice! A very short walk to the beach is so nice and the community is quiet. Beaches are not crowded either. Just be careful ofThanks so much Dale and Joe for sharing your home with us, we are using it to make memories to last a lifetime! We will be back next year!
5.0
Relaxing Vacation
Last year, my family and I went to Disney and while it is a wonderful place, I am not sure that relaxing would be the best way to describe it. When I posed the question this year of where to go on vacation, my kids gave a resounding "Outer Banks"! We usually stay in Kill Devil Hills while here but decided to stay further south for a change. When I found Dale and Joe's "Escape Hatch," I knew I had found the one. The walk to the beach was short and scenic and the area was nice and quiet. The house is adorable and well maintained. We finally got the relaxing vacation we were looking for. Thanks Dale!
5.0
Vaca at the Escape!
If you are looking for a clean, affordable, comfortable beach house, with easy access to the beach the Escape Hatch is your place! This was our second visit and our stay was just as enjoyable as the first! Being in Salvo is also a great location for visiting other beach towns on the OBX. We had a fun ride to catch the ferry and spend the day at Ocracoke Island! The owners are very gracious and made us feel so welcomed! When planning your next beach trip to the OBX, check out the Escape Hatch!
5.0
Enjoyed ourselves so much in 2010 we had to come back in 2011!
This year is our second at Dale & Joe's "Escape Hatch". We had a wonderful and very relaxing time. Lots and lots to see and do! My husband rented a road bike to get in his daily workout. Unfortunately, Irene cut our visit a little short, but we had fun meandering our way home - stopping at the Mariner's Museum in Newport News and Colonial Williamsburg.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Outer Banks?
The average price for a rental in Outer Banks is $249 per night. This rental is $59 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Privacy at the Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Privacy at the Beach pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Privacy at the Beach?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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