Cottage in Nags Head, NC
9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this cottage rental
Ridge Retreat II is a cherished 1938 Nags Head cottage just 150 feet from the beach with semi-private access. Overlooking Jockey’s Ridge, this historic home blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Relax on spacious covered porches, enjoy ocean views, and stay close to local shops, dining, and live entertainment. Oceanside with ocean views, it’s a true family heirloom made for unforgettable OBX memories.
Professionally managed by Preserve Property Co.
Ridge Retreat II – A Historic Nags Head Treasure
Step into Ridge Retreat II, a cherished family heirloom built in 1938, where generations of loved ones have gathered to embrace the timeless magic of the Outer Banks. This classic Nags Head cottage is more than just a place to stay—it’s a piece of history, deeply rooted in the community and standing as a testament to the enduring beauty of the OBX coastline.
ONLY 25 STEPS to the BEACH via semi-private beach on the left side of the property - private beach feels.
Perched just one house back from the ocean, with semi-private pedestrian access only 150 feet from the beach, Ridge Retreat II invites you to experience the Outer Banks the way it was meant to be—through long days on the shore and evenings spent on the expansive covered porches, letting the rhythm of the waves and the salty breeze carry your cares away.
This home holds a special place in Outer Banks history, with one of its owners having worked alongside Carolista Fletcher Baum to protect and preserve Jockey’s Ridge from development. Thanks to their efforts, this towering natural wonder—the largest active sand dune on the East Coast—remains a playground for adventure, exploration, and breathtaking sunsets. Today, Ridge Retreat II overlooks this iconic landscape, offering a truly unique setting where history and nature meet.
What You’ll Love
✔ Timeless Outer Banks charm with modern updates for comfort
✔ Ocean views & direct beach access just steps away
✔ Spacious covered porches perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails
✔ Unbeatable location – Across from Jockey’s Ridge Crossing, with local shops, Sooey’s BBQ, and live summer entertainment
✔ Charcoal grill for seafood feasts – Fire up the grill and savor the day’s fresh catch
This is more than a vacation rental—it’s a home filled with stories, memories, and a legacy of love for the Outer Banks. We invite you to become a part of its next chapter, to make your own memories, and to return year after year to the heart of Nags Head.
This property includes $250 Beach Gear Credit . Skip the hassle - select your beach gear, baby items, and more before arrival.
Choose exactly what your group needs:
• Beach chairs, umbrellas & coolers
• Baby gear delivered and set up
• Bikes, games & extras
Everything will be delivered directly to the home before you arrive - clean, safe, and ready to enjoy!
Included in your stay:
✔ Linens for Each Bed
✔ Bath Towels Provided
✔ First Roll of Paper Products
✔ Hand Soap
✔ Dish Soap and Pods
✔ Trash Bags
✔ Laundry Detergent
Neighborhood + Amenities Nearby
Coffee Shops + Cafés
Morning View Coffee House – 0.6 miles
Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Market – 0.9 miles
Front Porch Café – 1.2 miles
Sea Level Coffee & Kitchen – 2.5 miles
Grocery Stores
Food Lion – 1.3 miles
The Fresh Market – 1.5 miles
Publix – 3.0 miles
Ice Cream + Treats
Surfin' Spoon – 0.3 miles
Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Parlor – 0.9 miles
Fat Boyz Ice Cream – 1.2 miles
Restaurants
Sooey's BBQ – 30 steps
Mulligan's Grille – 0.2 miles
Austin's Seafood – 0.4 miles
Blue Moon Beach Grill – 1.1 miles
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant – 1.3 miles
Tortugas' Lie – 1.5 miles
Lucky 12 Tavern – 1.6 miles
Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant – 2.0 miles
Shopping
Outlets Nags Head – 2.5 miles
Seagreen Gallery – 1.2 miles
Cavalier Surf Shop – 0.9 miles
Life on a Sandbar – 1.3 miles
Adventure + Activities
Kitty Hawk Kites – 0.1 miles
Jockey's Ridge State Park – 0.2 miles
Jennette's Pier – 3.9 miles
First Flight Adventure Park – 2.5 miles
Causeway Watersports – 2.7 miles
Damage Protection – Peace of Mind for Your Stay
Instead of a traditional security deposit, we’ve added a non-refundable Damage Protection Fee under the Management Fee. This covers minor accidental damages — like spills, scratches, or a broken dish — so you can relax and enjoy your stay worry-free. For damages over $2,500, we’ll work directly with you to resolve the matter respectfully and fairly.
Professionally managed by Preserve Property Co.
Ridge Retreat II – A Historic Nags Head Treasure
Step into Ridge Retreat II, a cherished family heirloom built in 1938, where generations of loved ones have gathered to embrace the timeless magic of the Outer Banks. This classic Nags Head cottage is more than just a place to stay—it’s a piece of history, deeply rooted in the community and standing as a testament to the enduring beauty of the OBX coastline.
ONLY 25 STEPS to the BEACH via semi-private beach on the left side of the property - private beach feels.
Perched just one house back from the ocean, with semi-private pedestrian access only 150 feet from the beach, Ridge Retreat II invites you to experience the Outer Banks the way it was meant to be—through long days on the shore and evenings spent on the expansive covered porches, letting the rhythm of the waves and the salty breeze carry your cares away.
This home holds a special place in Outer Banks history, with one of its owners having worked alongside Carolista Fletcher Baum to protect and preserve Jockey’s Ridge from development. Thanks to their efforts, this towering natural wonder—the largest active sand dune on the East Coast—remains a playground for adventure, exploration, and breathtaking sunsets. Today, Ridge Retreat II overlooks this iconic landscape, offering a truly unique setting where history and nature meet.
What You’ll Love
✔ Timeless Outer Banks charm with modern updates for comfort
✔ Ocean views & direct beach access just steps away
✔ Spacious covered porches perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails
✔ Unbeatable location – Across from Jockey’s Ridge Crossing, with local shops, Sooey’s BBQ, and live summer entertainment
✔ Charcoal grill for seafood feasts – Fire up the grill and savor the day’s fresh catch
This is more than a vacation rental—it’s a home filled with stories, memories, and a legacy of love for the Outer Banks. We invite you to become a part of its next chapter, to make your own memories, and to return year after year to the heart of Nags Head.
This property includes $250 Beach Gear Credit . Skip the hassle - select your beach gear, baby items, and more before arrival.
Choose exactly what your group needs:
• Beach chairs, umbrellas & coolers
• Baby gear delivered and set up
• Bikes, games & extras
Everything will be delivered directly to the home before you arrive - clean, safe, and ready to enjoy!
Included in your stay:
✔ Linens for Each Bed
✔ Bath Towels Provided
✔ First Roll of Paper Products
✔ Hand Soap
✔ Dish Soap and Pods
✔ Trash Bags
✔ Laundry Detergent
Neighborhood + Amenities Nearby
Coffee Shops + Cafés
Morning View Coffee House – 0.6 miles
Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Market – 0.9 miles
Front Porch Café – 1.2 miles
Sea Level Coffee & Kitchen – 2.5 miles
Grocery Stores
Food Lion – 1.3 miles
The Fresh Market – 1.5 miles
Publix – 3.0 miles
Ice Cream + Treats
Surfin' Spoon – 0.3 miles
Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Parlor – 0.9 miles
Fat Boyz Ice Cream – 1.2 miles
Restaurants
Sooey's BBQ – 30 steps
Mulligan's Grille – 0.2 miles
Austin's Seafood – 0.4 miles
Blue Moon Beach Grill – 1.1 miles
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant – 1.3 miles
Tortugas' Lie – 1.5 miles
Lucky 12 Tavern – 1.6 miles
Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant – 2.0 miles
Shopping
Outlets Nags Head – 2.5 miles
Seagreen Gallery – 1.2 miles
Cavalier Surf Shop – 0.9 miles
Life on a Sandbar – 1.3 miles
Adventure + Activities
Kitty Hawk Kites – 0.1 miles
Jockey's Ridge State Park – 0.2 miles
Jennette's Pier – 3.9 miles
First Flight Adventure Park – 2.5 miles
Causeway Watersports – 2.7 miles
Damage Protection – Peace of Mind for Your Stay
Instead of a traditional security deposit, we’ve added a non-refundable Damage Protection Fee under the Management Fee. This covers minor accidental damages — like spills, scratches, or a broken dish — so you can relax and enjoy your stay worry-free. For damages over $2,500, we’ll work directly with you to resolve the matter respectfully and fairly.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Nags Head, NC
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2026
We stayed over Memorial Day Weekend 2026 as a family of eight and had a very good stay overall. The location is excellent: a short walk to the beach, a beautiful ocean view from the back porch, and a restaurant, souvenir shopping, fudge, ice cream, and Jockey’s Ridge all very close by.The home was extremely clean, including the kitchen and utensils, and the listing/photos were accurate. Check-in was smooth with the door code, and the host was helpful and attentive without being burdensome.The amenities were also strong. The kitchen appliances and cookware worked well, Wi-Fi was fast and easy, the washer/dryer worked well, and the outdoor foot wash and hot/cold outdoor shower were very convenient after the beach. We also appreciated the Keurig and reverse osmosis drinking water.The reason this is 4 stars instead of 5 is maintenance. Some porch decking near the front door appeared weathered, two bathroom doors had issues, one upstairs bathroom door created privacy concerns, one stair tread seemed to give slightly, and we had a leak from the upstairs main shower into the downstairs bathroom. Since there were other showers, we avoided that one.The total cost was just under 3,000 for three nights, so the maintenance items are worth noting. However, the location, cleanliness, amenities, host professionalism, and 250 beach equipment credit added real value. Overall, we would recommend it, with a few repairs making it an easy 5-star stay.
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
We loved the character of the 1938 beach house with some of the original things like door latches and tongue and groove board walls, and we loved the location. There was no electrical outlet in the bathroom of the main floor bathroom—updating this would be a plus. The sunrise views were gorgeous. There were many steps to the main floor and to the top floor which were challenging for some of our family. The home was nicely decorated with antiques. There was a bulb out in the kitchen ceiling fan, and in one bedroom you couldn’t turn off the light of the ceiling fan—it was all or none. The AC went out one evening of our stay. We reported the outage early on the following day. The host was quick to respond and to communicate but was slow to send an AC technician. It was getting near the end of the day, and 3 of the four bedrooms were on the floor with temperatures of 79 degrees. Finally a technician was sent and repaired the problem in about 30 minutes. It was a good vacation and stay overall.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
I stayed for two weeks in October. This property was beautiful and clean. The host was very responsive even though I had no issues. The photos of the view don't do it justice. It appears that the view is limited but you do have a nice view of the ocean. Be aware that there are many steps. Access to the beach is very nice and close. I would definitely stay here again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
I couldn’t have been more pleased. The cottage is lovely. Everything was clean, the host was efficient from start to finish and the location perfect, as expected. I wanted my children and grand-babies to have an “Old Style” Nags Head experience and they did.
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9.6Outstanding
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"I stayed for two weeks in October. This property was beautiful and clean. The host was very responsive even though I had no issues. The photos of the view don't do it justice. It appears that the view..."
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