See all properties
Save
Entire cabin

Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach

Photo gallery for Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach

Property grounds
On the beach
Beach/ocean view
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach

This unit can be your truly relaxing getaway. Enjoy your morning coffee watching sunrises over the Croatan Sound and relax in the evening watching the sun go down from the private dock or the screened in porch.

A true sportsman’s paradise, the cabin is great for hunting, fishing and water sports of all kinds. You can launch your boat or jet ski at 2 nearby boat ramps, one at the foot of the Umstead Bridge in Mann's Harbor, the other on Mashoes Road. Both will get you to a private dock in 15 minutes, or launch your canoe or kayak right from the house. The bottom is sandy around the dock and beach area so kids will love the swimming or just crabbing to catch the night’s dinner.

Just minutes away from Historic Roanoke Island to the east, where you can enjoy the NC Aquarium, The Lost Colony, Island Farm, The Elizabeth II Historic Site, Civil War sites, Art Galleries and The Christmas Shop, just to mention a few of the best local attractions. To the west wildlife abounds on the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, where you can enjoy kayak tours and miles of nature trails.

5 star dining, in addition to regular fast food and grocery chains are just minutes away. Outlet shopping as well as locally owned unique shops can be found throughout the county. Visit the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse or take a drive to Corolla to see the wild horses.

It is all at your fingertips from the rustic charm of this cabin in the woods.

Property manager

Darrell Brickhouse

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Similar properties

Pierce Too!
OBX Beach Cottage; Fri-Fri 1 Block off Beach - 3 Bedroom; 2.1 Bath WiFi MP8
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
OBX Beach Cottage; Fri-Fri 1 Block off Beach - 3 Bedroom; 2.1 Bath WiFi MP8

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Cabin in the Woods on the Water Hidden Away at the Beach Cabin

About the neighborhood

Map
Manns Harbor, NC

What's nearby

  • The Lost Colony - 17 min drive
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island - 23 min drive
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 33 min drive
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 39 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Manns Harbor cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of The Lost Colony, Elizabethan Gardens, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Island Farm and Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Cabin in the woods on the water hidden away at the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 111 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diana W.

My vaca
Beautiful view and water front. Nice and private location. House could use some TLC but okay. Water smells, bought water to drink. Bought light bulbs only 3 working ones on arrival. Luckily the wind shifted getting rid of the biting flies for the week. Could use outdoor lights for night time. Overall okay experience the water and view made it worth while.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda B., Havre de Grace, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Overall the house and property is nice. Theres a small beachy area perfect for littles and we loved the screened in porch. The house could us a little updating and we did have some concerns about the well water but Darrell was very responsive and remedy the issue quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
OBX trip 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. The only down fall of the place was all the bugs and how far it was from everything but we made it work. The first day when we showed up the ac was not on. Causing it to be extremely hot. The ac also kept popping the breaker. I contacted the host and they were extremely helpful fixing it in a matter hrs. Other than that the stay was amazing. If you’re looking for a place on the bay and don’t mind the bugs this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

TODD S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
DISGUSTING. By far not up to the standards of a VRBO property. DO NOT COOK WITH/DRINK THE WATER.
Upon arriving the key lock box is not secure. All you have to do is press the reset/open button and it opens without a code. There were dirty utensils and lots of trash in the yard, cigarette butts in cups throughout the property, and there is a large puddle of sewage against the house where there is an open pipe from the bathroom toilet that drips part of the flush every time you flush the toilet. The smell is awful. There was used coffee grounds in the coffee pot and the pot not cleaned. The toaster had food scraps burnt to it, the microwave had nasty melted cheese and such stuck to the inside and door, the fridge has old nasty liquid stains on the shelves/door, the floor under the trash can platform has food and sticky spoons and such that must have been there for months. The tables were not wiped off, vacuuming was not done, dust on most surfaces. We have no issue with the older furniture and understand it is a cabin in the woods. It needs cleaned between guests. We contacted the "host" with a very minimal reply or concern. One smoke detector has no battery in it, the other does not work with a battery in it. The grill on the porch is disgusting with old food cooked into it, the two older grills were just pitched behind the house to rust once they were no good. There is an open pipe about 10 inches wide going down into the septic tank with just a loose little wooden cover barely large enough to cover it. SO MUCH MORE but not enough space remaining. I have LOTS of pics.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views 😍
We had a wonderful week here and already booked again. If you have multiple pups, and love nature, this is the spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
Our stay was great. Darell was quick to respond when we had an issue. The property is described well in the listing and provided our family and dogs with a comfortable base while exploring the area. The screened-in porch, dock, and beach area provided some great fishing, swimming, and dolphin watching.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason F., Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Spot
This place is the ideal spot if you want to cut everything off and just enjoy the views, get out on the water and do some fishing and exploring of the alligator river preserve. Owner was very receptive and gave us the history of the place. We will definitely be back. The description is 100% accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Franklin C., Fairmont, WV

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice Secluded Place But Needs work!
My Wife and I are not picky and made the most of our stay. I rented this place for the privacy and quietness. It is definitely both of those. One morning I watched the sunrise over a perfectly still water and it was amazing. No noise at all! We live in city and getting away from the traffic noise was great. The remainder of the time the weather just wouldn't cooperate, so we headed home early. Owner was somewhat responsive to my messages. I was very disappointed that the dock is mostly gone. House needs a lot of maintenance, and basic amenities added. Can't say we'd rent this one again. However, had the weather been good we would have stayed the full week and made the most of it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Lanexa Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view
The cabin is Beautiful, clean. The view Is spectacular from the deck and inside from living room or table. We caught quite a few drum and sheepshead fish about a dozen crabs. The outdoors shower is my favorite. Never thought I’d love an outdoor shower. Best place to vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

tressa l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront Cabin getaway
Beautiful tranquil setting. Very quiet and private. Enjoyed sunrises and sunsets everyday. Easy access to water/Sound with our kayaks and SUP. House is as described in listing and by most reviews, more of a rustic cabin feel. A little run down, could use basic fixes as mentioned- new toilet seat, screens and dock, lights/switches repaired, etc. The A/C struggled to keep the place cool during hot afternoon hours but cool in morning and evening. Lots of dragon flies around yard and beach which did not really bother us, no biting flies thankfully! All in all a lovely stay that would have been improved by a little TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kristin U.

Great location
This is a cabin in the woods. It’s rustic and a little outdated but the location makes up for it. If you are wanting all the bells and whistles of a fancy house this is not for you. We come from the mountains and this property was just what we were looking for. It does need some TLC in some areas as mentioned in other reviews but it wasn’t anything to ruin our vacation. We are simple folks so it didn’t bother us at all. The biting flies were not that bad just take some bug spray. The property owner was very responsive when we couldn’t figure out the TV situation. Wi-Fi was good. Water pressure was great and plenty of hot water for showers. The views are amazing! The only neighbor was very nice. Fishing was ok. We didn’t have luck like the other reviewers but maybe it was just our bad luck! We had a great vacation and would stay here again. Thanks Darrell for sharing your property to make great family memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was peaceful
Had a relaxing stay and fishing was good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Cheryl F.

Could be better!!
It’s a nice secluded area, 1 neighbor we only seen a few times. Drive to the outer banks isn’t real long. The “cabin” was decent, somethings could’ve been fixed up. Some burners don’t work on the stove. Toilet seats need replaced, some window frames are missing. At least 1/2 of the light switches don’t work. We had a pretty good storm come through, & the roof leaked in numerous places. Contacted Owner, he said his handy guy would be by after the storm to look at roof. We never saw him. The screens in the porch were torn, & there’s a gap between deck & and side door. The actual property needs a lot of care. There’s piles of wood laying around. There are quite a few hazards beach wise. Piles of cement blocks, some had metal in them. Weeds looked like they have been trimmed in a few weeks. The driveway is over grown with bushes, you have to drive in yard, or get car scratched up. There are a few cement barriers in the ocean, not far from the beach. A little farther out, there are some metal bars. The dock needs some work. Can’t go to the end of it, it’s missing, & not very stable. All in all, you bet what you pay for I guess.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Angela J.

Great property location, poorly upkept cabin
The best part of this property was the space and solitude of the location. Our dogs were able to run free without bothering any neighbors. The beach was fun for the dogs and kids. Great fishing and crabbing off the pier. As far as the cabin itself, it was pretty rundown. The biting flies were pretty bad, so it would have been nice to use the screened porch. But, there were so many broken screens or holes, we couldn't use it. There was a window put in the dining room, but never sealed correctly around it, so you could see daylight through. I shoved paper towels in the gaps to try to keep bugs out. The inside of the kitchen cabinets were very dirty and there were multiple drawers or doors that did not function properly. The carpet on the staircase is so worn down, the sharp wooden edge shows through and my husband cut his heel going down the stairs. Both toilet paper roll holders were broken. Finally, the water pressure was lacking in the bathrooms, so my husband looked and found the water softener was leaking pretty bad. We contacted the owner right away, and he said someone was coming out to look at it. But, no one ever showed up. Overall, we don't regret our decision to rent this property. We did enjoy ourselves. But, we probably wouldn't rent again unless quite a bit of maintenance was done.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Secluded and beautiful location
House is more like an old lake cabin. If you go in with that expectation, you’ll have a good experience. The location is what makes it a great rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

June D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, fabulous location
The private beach, the dock for fishing and crabbing, the beautiful sunrises, the space for your pet to run around, all the household amenities you need are here! What isn't here is the over crowding of beach homes with no yard for family and pet fun. We'll be back!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri H., Mountain City, Tn

Old world
Loved this cabin! It remind me of old Florida where I grew up. On a dirt road so if you are looking for privacy this is it. You can see the water from every window. It has a screened porch. You can have a bonfire right on the sand beach. A dock to fish off or swim. Great place to kayak. Or bring your boat or jet ski. The sun rises are gorgeous! Far enough to have privacy but still close enough to do all the tourist things if you want.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Enjoyed few neighbors and a quiet setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle.
This cabin was perfect for the type of vacation we were looking for. We didnt want to be in the city, but wanted to he on water. Couldn't ask for a more perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway Spot
Loved the location and the privacy afforded. Close enough to everything so that you can enjoy the bells and whistles of the OBX but far enough where you can don’t have to deal with a lot of folks. My family enjoyed everything about the trip and couldn’t have been happier. Fishing off the dock in front of the cabin is really good as well. I highly recommend staying here if you’re looking to decompress and getting away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Property description is spot on. Rustic cabin, no luxuries. If you're looking for that, look further. We loved this place! Private, great for families. Dogs loved it. Only downfall, biting flies. Calm water. Easy to just float! Will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Carolyn O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Vaca
Nice location-out of the vacation hustle and bustle
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Dewey B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Yellow flies, plumbing issues, not clean
I cleaned the home dusted, swept floors, got down the cob webs,wiped counters, sinks. Even bought some glass cleaner and did a few windows. I did not mind the cleaning, but the yellow flies in Mann’s Harbor is terrible. We were bitten every time we went outside. It did not matter how much bug spray flying insect spray etc they were awful. We came home with bug bites whelps all over. Plumbing was backed up in shower down stairs. Screen out of porch door. Mice in kitchen at night. Just needs a lot of TLC, new plumbing.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
If you are looking for a place to relax with family including your dogs this is the place. Peaceful and quiet. You are close to the typical beach vacation activities but have privacy whenever you want. We swan and fished steps from the house. Sunsets are spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place! Very isolated which was a plus. Fishing was good we also had seen dolphins which wa
Very clean and very private place. Also very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021