• As low as $552/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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General Features

  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Heating
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen island
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Unit size: 960 sq ft (89 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Winery tours nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 960 square feet

New to Oceanside for 2025
The Happy Crab: Your Nags Head Getaway
Escape to The Happy Crab, a enchanting semi-oceanfront getaway in the heart of Nags Heads. Just 75 feet from the beach, this striking vacation home offers beautiful expansive vistas of the ocean from its roomy deck, creating the ideal setting for your oceanside escape. Whether you're savoring your morning coffee while watching the sunrise or unwinding after a day of adventure, the vistas will leave you captivated. Finest of all, this property is dog-friendly, so your four-legged family members can join the fun!

Inside, The Happy Crab is thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience. The main level features a Queen Master Bedroom for ultimate relaxation, a second Queen Bedroom, and a comfortable Bedroom with two Twin Beds—ideal for families. The prepare's Kitchen is equipped with modern appliances for all your culinary creations, while the inviting open-concept Living Area and Dining Area provide a welcoming space to gather and create lasting memories while you soak in the Outer Banks sunshine. Step out onto the deck to appreciate gorgeous vistas and an evening under the stars. Back inside, a hallway bathroom adds to the convenience, ensuring everybody feels right at home.

Downstairs, you'll find practical amenities like storage for your beach gear and an outdoor shower to rinse off the sand after a day on the shore. The highlight of the ground level is the underhouse Hot Tub—a calming spot to soak and relax, no matter the season. With its unbeatable location, cozy accommodations, and thoughtful touches, The Happy Crab is your ticket to an memorable Outer Banks vacation.

Feel Nags Head
When you stay at The Happy Crab, you'll be within short driving distance of tasty eateries, great shopping centers and magnificent local attractions. Make a day out of exploring the area's history with a visit to Bodie Island Lighthouse, Jockey's Ridge, and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Your kids will also adore stopping by the aquarium in Manteo where they can see sharks, sea turtles, and jellyfish, and touch stingrays! After your busy day, treat yourself to a nice, delicious dinner at Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant where you'll savor an offering of fresh, locally sourced seafood with a waterfront view. For the fisherman in your group, drive just 2 miles up the road to try your luck at the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, and for the sports enthusiasts, visit Nags Head Golf Links for a thrilling round of golf. On a rainy day, head up to the Outlets in Nags Head for great deals at your favorite stores. Whether you plan to spend your trip exploring the town or prefer to spend all day calming on the beach, The Happy Crab is the ideal destination for your next Outer Banks Vacation!

Beach Access: 75 Feet to East Pelican St. Beach Access

Property Layout:
Main Level: Queen Master Bedroom w/Full Bathroom; Queen Bedroom; Bedroom w/2 Twin Beds; Full Hallway Bathroom; Kitchen; Dining Area; Living Area; Furnished Sun Deck
Ground Level: Storage Area; Outdoor Shower; Covered Hot Tub


Dog Info: This property is dog friendly, with an additional fee per dog.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in South Nags Head, a neighborhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal Nags Head rental home experience:

When to visit Nags Head & When to book:

  • Reserve your Nags Head vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Nags Head vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
  • Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
  • Some hosts and property managers offer promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
  • Property managers often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
  • Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Nags Head area travel guides which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Nags Head visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the bestrental home:

  • Start by choosing your a vacation week and a max budget.
  • Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. 7113 The Happy Crab * Just Steps to the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property management company before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
  • If there's a particular Nags Head attraction you are crazy about, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
  • Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.
  • Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your contract.

Advice for your stay:

  • Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
  • To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. Contact the rental manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
  • Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few difficulties.
  • Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local beaches.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
  • Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
  • Re-check the property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
  • Did you have a wonderful vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.

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The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with 4 locations. Visitors are treated to a unique shopping experience in our main store in Jarvisburg, as well as our beach stores in Corolla, Duck, and Nags Head. Explore room after room filled with décor for your home and coastal fashions for both men and women. Discover the brands you really want, like, Vera Bradley, Vineyard Vines, La Mer Luex, Simply Southern, Lindsay Phillips, Scout, Pandora, Kameleon, Brighton, Spartina, Tommy Bahama, Southern Tide and Salt Life and Old Guys Rule - all under one roof!

 

Don’t forget the gourmet market, or shop our beautiful linens for your bedroom and bath. We also feature coastal books and fine art, or just a whimsical fun gift to bring home to family and friends. Stop by soon and don’t forget to try our estate grown wines in our stores or visit our vineyard and winery, Sanctuary Vineyards, located adjacent to the original Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg.

 

Most know The Cotton Gin as a must-stop shop for fine gifts, beachwear, souvenirs and so much more, but this retailer has a long-standing history within the Outer Banks. A local landmark that holds almost a century of memories, The Cotton Gin started from humble beginnings and continues to adapt to the times and tourists. Tommy Wright’s family has been in the Outer Banks for nearly 200 years. His great-great grandfather, Jacob Francis Wright, shipwrecked in Duck back in the early 1800s. Calling these barrier islands his new home, Wright and his family acclimated to their new environment.

 

Adaptation is a common theme for the Wright family. Tommy and his wife Candace, who continue to steer The Cotton Gin, have seen not only their business change with the times, but the Outer Banks as a vacation destination as well. A farm market in Jarvisburg eventually transformed and flourished into several retail locations dotting the Outer Banks.

 

“As the area changed and tourism took off in the 1960s, the family saw people coming for vacations, so they began to grow vegetables and things developed from there,” says Tommy Wright. The Wright family expanded upon the farm market and began to remodel a working cotton gin, later transforming the gin into The Cotton Gin general store in the late 1960s. While the additions to the farm store drew visitors, it was their encounters with the Wright family that kept people coming back year after year, which is something that remains true today.

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