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Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier

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Terrace/patio
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier

Hear the sound of the waves, relax in a rocking chair and feel the sea breeze on the front porch of our Magical Bungalow. As our guest, you will have a "peak-a-boo" ocean view of the Atlantic be located just steps to stunning OBX beaches. We are located close to restaurants, shopping, the Avalon Fishing Pier and most activities. Imagine drifting away into a mellow mood in the relaxing, cozy and chic bungalow after a beach day with family and friends.

Welcome to Live Swell Beach Bungalows. Here our guests refresh from reality while enjoying the elements of coastal living and beach life.

All of our boutique rentals feature:
•Linens + Bath Towels
•Professional & Attentive Guest Support
•Private Outdoor Shower
•Two Beach Cruiser Style Bicycles

The Magical Bungalow is a "Beach Box" style bungalow built in the 1970's and is just shy of 1000 square feet of total living space. The place was re-designed with an open flow to provide our guests a modern coastal living experience all while maintaining its original bungalow charm.

The space is ideal for:
•Small active families or groups of friends
•7 people comfortably, 8 people if ya'll get along well

Guest Favorites:
From starting the day rocking on the front porch with a piping hot morning coffee or chilling out and grilling at the bungalow, here’s what our guests say they loved:

•Front Porch – morning coffee and evening sunsets!
•Rocking chair, hammocks for everyone on the front porch!
•The Outdoor Shower
•Grilling and a well-supplied kitchen
•Dog Friendly (See Guidelines Below)
•A family friendly and safe neighborhood
•The location! – hear the roar of the ocean, walking distance to the beach (Please keep in mind, the house is located on a direct beach access with parking. Busier times of year it can get full. Most love the lively vibe of being on a beach access in the summer months, others may not.)

Our guests love the "Great Room" with its vaulted ceilings that connects to the kitchen and front porch though french doors. On the right day and at the right times, with the windows open, you can feel the refreshing sea breeze pass though the home. Here you will also enjoy the "BigAss" Brand Haiku Fan in the living room that seems to have a hypnotic like effect particularly as the lazy summers evenings drift into night. The master bedroom with its spa-like private bathroom is our favorite room to stay when visiting, inside you can refresh and escape for a while with the extra large 16" rain shower head and hand held wand.

There is an enclosure space is located on ground level, it has a separate entrance and is not as upgraded like the upper level main living area. It was not designed as living space or sleeping and is primarily used as storage.

Housekeeping Notes:
To us, a very clean bungalow is of the utmost importance for our guests upon arrival. In fact, our bungalows have always had very high cleanliness standards and though cleaning + inspection process. Recently, we have taken our cleaning process to the next level by implementing recommended CDC guidelines. Between each guest stay our beach bungalows are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized with EPA approved disinfectants on surfaces and common touch points.

Pet Friendly Guidelines:
•$25 per night for one dog (one dog maximum only)
• Some breeds may not be permitted due to insurance requirements
• Please select "pet" when choosing guest options.

We love dogs and are happy to have your four legged family members at our bungalows. Just let us know you are bringing your dog and the breed.

Book Now! To confirm your stay as availability does go quick ;)

Guest access

Guests have access to the entire home and property. For those, that enjoy clean laundry, like us, we have a quality washer + dryer set up. Most beach gear and amenities are stored in the downstairs recreation and outdoor shower area.

Interaction with guests

We are friendly and may say hello during your stay yet we do respect our guests’ privacy.

We also love sharing our favorite local places to eat and things to do. We even created a guide that our guests have found helpful in planning their OBX adventure, after booking, just ask!

Other things to note

***We do kindly ask that all potential guests read the entire description before requesting to book***

Property & Preference Disclaimer:

We love our OBX bungalow, it's a great house yet, like most homes it is not perfect and not for everyone. We respect that folks have different preferences and world views. If your looking for a unique place and local experience in a great beach town to relax, spend time with loved ones, chill out, cook and rest your head after the beach then the bungalow checks all the boxes. If you're seeking a perfect, flawless home or are super high maintenance, this is not the place for you.

Check Out Etiquette: We put a lot of time and effort to deliver great stays for our guests. If we find deliberate damage, disrespect or lack of cleanliness during the check out inspection, you will be charged fee's to compensate our cleaners and ensure the property is ready for guests.

Book today to ensure your reservation, before another guest does! :)

Property manager

Michael Hamilton

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 per pet per each night added to reservation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Magical Bungalow OBX House Kill Devil Hills
Magical Bungalow OBX Kill Devil Hills
Magical Bungalow OBX Kill vil
Magical Bungalow OBX
Magical Bungalow OBX (Walk To Beach + Surfboards)

About the neighborhood

Map
Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Paradise Fun Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Black Pelican Seafood Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bean Baja Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Hemingway Gallery, and Glazin' Go-Nuts. Avalon Fishing Pier and Paradise Fun Park are also within 15 minutes.

Magical Bungalow OBX: Steps to Beach, Walk to Avalon Pier Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location !!
The home was inviting & very comfortable. My arrival was delayed and i notified my host it would be after midnight. I was very pleasantly surprised to find they had turned all the lights on for me. It was an incredible trip. I set my alarm every morning and walked up to the beach and witnessed some of the most beautiful sunrises I have EVER been fortunate to see And seashells.... GALORE on this part of the beach. I highly recommend and I will hopefully be back again next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Peaceful and wonderful experience at the bungalow 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bungalow
The bungalow was perfect for our family. The property was very clean and well maintained. Great location! Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary Lou V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine but not as upscale as I expected
The location is close to the beach, and the place is overall fine. The owners were kind and prompt in our correspondence. For the price, I had expected a higher-quality experience. There were ants coming in the kitchen window (multiple ants every day all day), and we were given bug spray to address the problem. The primary bedroom had cheap flooring. The "bonus" room was so musty that even after a week outside, the beach chairs still smelled. Even clothes washed in the laundry room held the musty smell. Generally, fine, but I had thought Vrbo was a bit more upscale.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect quiet getaway
My fiancé, 14lb Border Terrier and I stayed for a week and it was the perfect vacation. The food recommendations were amazing (thank you!) and we adored the coffee shop. We went every morning. The house is beautiful, clean and very cozy. My favorite part of the day was chilling on the hammock. We rented this adorable place the end of April and look forward doing it again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach access
The super short walk to the beach is what made this property ideal. Room for a family of 4 to spread out enough that we didn’t get on each others’ nerves. Hammock was a huge plus. Nice to have a boogie board to us, didn’t need the bikes. Ice maker in the fridge with frosted mugs, a nice touch!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve found our spot
If you love location, cleanliness and tons of character, this is your spot. We will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Beauty
The house was very clean and well-maintained. The owners were easily accessible and contacted us to make sure everything was going well. The beach was an even shorter distance to walk than we, originally, thought. Great surprise! It was very relaxing place to hang out and be connected to the area/beach at the same time. Wonderful place to vacation at!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location magical bungalow
Everything was great and the beach was so close.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Bungalow
Our family so enjoyed the Magical Bungalow. The upstairs renovations are just beautiful, and the house is so comfortable and conducive to wonderful hang out time, while also being in really close proximity to the beach and many fun restaurants. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Outstanding!!! This was such a wonderful place, that I fell in love with!! The best part was waking up and walking down to see the sunrise on the beach! Thank you Mike! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lulan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach bungalow--adorable, clean and great location!
The Magic Bungalow was the perfect beach house for family--which includes two younger teens and our adult daughter who came with her boyfriend. The remodel of the older house is really charming and it is obvious that the owners have dedicated a lot of thought into making the house a welcome place for guests. And, two balconies! We sat on the front balcony the most, as did our dogs. It was just beautiful. The layout of the house worked very well for our family, as the basement bedroom gave our adult daughter and her boyfriend a private, separate space, with their own bathroom and entrance (the laundry access is in this area as well). If our daughter and her boyfriend hadn't cared for the basement bedroom, we would have had our teens share the bedroom with the bunk bed. It turns out that they really liked that basement room--so that is where they stayed the entire time. The house is a very short walk to the beach and it is within walking distance to several restaurants and some shops. This was our first family vacation in a couple of years and we couldn't be happier--we just wish we could have stayed another week. Thank you Magic Bunaglow!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
So cute! They thought of absolutely everything we could have needed/wanted! Bikes, boards, hammocks, and a book of to-dos. The space was more than enough for my friend and I celebrating graduation in the OBX. Hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan W., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beachy Escape
We had a fabulous time at the Bungalow!! Beach is just steps away, live music and great food also super close. The bungalow itself was perfect for our needs. We spent SOO much time on the porch just relaxing!! Michael & Maria were wonderful and super responsive, providing all kinda of wonderful recommendations (go to TRIO!!) and allowing us to check-in early, knowing we had driven down through the night. We absolutely loved it, would stay again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brianna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great bungalow near the beach!
This was a wonderful property to stay at! It was immaculately clean when we arrived and had all the amenities we could need (pots/pans, toiletries, towels, sheets, etc.) It was a 2 minute walk to the beach and was on a quiet street with a porch we sat out on often. The property owners went out of our way to make sure we had a great stay and made the whole trip a true joy. It was driving distance to great shops and restaurants, mini golf, and the Wright Brothers memorial. I would book this bungalow again in a heart beat and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet trip to Kill Devil Hills.

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We had an amazing stay at the Magical Bungalow! Michael and Maria were great hosts. They were always very responsive and would check in to make sure we had everything we needed. The house was very clean upon arrival which is extremely important to us especially now. The location to the beach was super convenient and we had so much fun just relaxing on the front deck. Our kids are already asking when we will go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted
Great location, well appointed with thoughtful touches and very clean. Our hosts communicated so well before , during and after our stay and made it easy to relax and enjoy our vacation. We hope to be back!

10/10 Excellent

Johnice H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
The house was great. The down stairs was perfect for our older kids to have a place to themselves. We had everything we needed to be comfortable. Location convenient to stores, food and beaches. We had a great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great experience! We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Nicole D., Woods Hole, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach bungalow
Perfect for our quick work trip. Ideal location, easy check-in, and nice amenities. Would be a great spot to hit the beach with friends or family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristina J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
This home is just as cute and clean in person as in the photos. It is a great location, just a short walk to the beach and close to anything we wanted to do. I hope to go back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Cortney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The house was super cute and close to the beach. I (and my dog) had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Everything you need.
This was our second time staying at the Magical Bungalow . Michelle & Michael, the owners, pay very close attention to all the small details that make a big difference. The Bungalow is well maintained, clean and updated. We were down during the no name nor’easter this past November and Michelle & Michael stopped buy to make sure we didn’t need anything. We were able to spend some time together and also got a play date for our dog Kona and their dog Puka! Looking forward to getting back again and staying at The Magical Bungalow.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Pikeville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
This was by far one of the best VRBO experiences that I have had. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019