- Nags Head
- 252-480-8512
- Map it
- As low as $523/Night
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
General Features
- 3 bathrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Bed sheets provided
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Deadbolt lock
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Ecotours nearby
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Heating
- Hiking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Iron/ironing board
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Massages
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near outlet shopping
- Near the bay
- Near the beach
- Onsite parking
- Onsite parking options include a garage
- Oven
- Parasailing nearby
- Pet friendly
- Refrigerator
- Scuba diving nearby
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Snorkeling nearby
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Unit size: 1632 sq ft (152 sq m)
- Washing machine and dryer
- Water park
- WiFi available
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
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About this Property
- Sleeps 8
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
- Approximately 1632 square feet
There's something good waiting down this road! Drive south down Old Oregon Inlet where you'll find Runnin' Down A Dream, a appealing and dog-friendly beach bungalow that offers an unbeatable location for your next Outer Banks vacation. Runnin' Down A Dream is the southernmost home in Nags Head, located in the all-residential Colony South subdivision and backing up onto National Park Service land for ultimate seclusion and natural surroundings. A reverse floorplan means you'll savor vistas of the ocean, sound, marsh and spectacular sunsets from the top-level great room. Original pine paneling preserves the warmth and coastal character of this classic Nags Head style home, while the open-concept layout makes the space feel bright, airy and ideal for gathering. In addition to a sunroom for indoor/outdoor living, two levels of wrap-around decks provide plenty of room for soaking up the Vitamin D, calming in the shade, or simply breathing in the salty ocean air. With a a public beach access located five hundred feet from the home, you'll be just a two-min. walk to the shining Atlantic. Dogs are welcome at Runnin' Down a Dream, so your canine companions can join you on the pet-friendly beaches of Nags Head. Your furry friends will also adore running around in the broad yard without having to worry about traffic. If you're in the mood for some outdoor adventure, hop in the car and take a short drive to Coquina beach, a hidden gem that's a local's favorite spot for fishing and surfing. From there, discover Bodie Island Lighthouse or head south for a day trip to Ocracoke.
Animals allowed - dogs only. No smoking/vaping. Fireplace not available for guest use.
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 to get the best Nags Head vacation rental experience:
Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:
- To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront 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 on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
- In the Nags Head area, The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
- Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
- Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
- Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain money saving offers on local tours and attractions.
Use filters to search efficiently:
- Begin by choosing your a vacation week and a budget.
- Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Runnin' Down A Dream: 2min Walk to Beach
- Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. If they are not listed, call the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
- Is your family looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
- Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
- If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
Tips for a great stay:
- Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
- Upon arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
- Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
- Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
- Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
- Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let crooks ruin your trip.
- On check-out day, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
- Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
- Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.
Nearby Restaurants
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 2.8 miles
- Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 4.5 miles
- Benny Tesoros Nags Head - 4.5 miles
- Great Gut Deli - 3.1 miles
- Lost Colony Brewery's Waterfront Beer Garden - 4.5 miles
- Tale of the Whale Restaurant - 4.5 miles
- Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - 4.6 miles
- Dune Burger - 4.6 miles
Nearby Activities
- Coquina Beach - 1.0 miles
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 2.8 miles
- Paradise Dolphin Cruises - 3.1 miles
- Nags Head Dolphin Watch - 3.5 miles
- Miss Oregon Inlet - 3.5 miles
- Nags Head Dolphin Watch - 4.5 miles
- Fishing Unlimited Boating Center - 4.5 miles
- Bodie Island Lighthouse - 1.5 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 2.8 miles
- Super Wings - 4.9 miles
- Beach Braids - 4.8 miles
- Broad Creek Fishing Center - 3.1 miles
- Outer Banks Catch - NC Dept of Agriculture - 3.2 miles
- Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - 3.5 miles
- Lost Colony Brewery's Waterfront Beer Garden - 4.5 miles
- Whalebone Tackle - 4.5 miles
