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

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

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Feel the flow of the air and RELAX in the living area with the BigAss Haiku fan
Dream at the Magical Bungalow!
Enjoy the beachy great room!
Short walk to the Hayman Public access and just north of the Avalon Pier
The kitchen is equipped with most essentials for the group chef to fix a feast

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

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • Popular LocationAvalon Fishing Pier9 min walk
  • Popular LocationWright Brothers National Memorial6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNags Head Woods Preserve9 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

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

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
$25 per pet per each night added to reservation

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our expectations of guest conduct is simple: Please respect this home, respect our neighbors and follow the few rules listed here.
• Treat this place with care as if it were your own • Abide by all laws • Respect the neighbors • Inform your entire party and any visitors of the ho
While we are light and do like to have fun - any disrespecting of property, neighbors or illegal activity of any kind will not be tolerated.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this holiday home is near the beach. Jennette's Pier and Avalon Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Nags Head Woods Preserve. Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
Map
Kill Devil Hills, NC

What's nearby

  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 9 min walk
  • Paradise Fun Park - 14 min walk
  • Destination Fun - 6 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jolly Roger - 2 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 12 min walk
  • Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - 2 min drive
  • Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
  • Black Pelican Seafood Co. - 3 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated by the sea, this holiday 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.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

About the host

Hosted by Michael Hamilton

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We are an active and curious couple that loves to travel, live life by the beach, meet interesting people, learn and ohh yea, surf whenever possible. We believe there is something magical about spending time in coastal regions and we hope you do to!

With a passion for coastal living and some experience in renovations Maria and I decided a few years ago to restore and renovate a bungalow to its original charm. We knew we would spend time there with our family and friends, because we love the area and chic bungalows, but did not realize how much our guests would like it or the impact it could have for them.

We have had so much fun and become very passionate about creating memorable guest stays, unique experiences and making more of an impact. Since our first bungalow we have grown to cover both coasts and add more places to stay. The “original” Live Swell Beach Bungalow, The Chill Beach and Surf Bungalow, is still available for rent in the OBX today.

Our favorite time of year in the OBX is the fall + late spring when the weather is beautiful, the fishing is great, crowds are down and the surfs up.

As hosts: We am super easy going, we respect our guest privacy but may stop in to say hello

As guests: Super laid back and low maintenance

Favorite Destinations: California, Baja Mexico, Guancaste Costa Rica, Spain, Peru, Long Island NY, Outer Banks NC, San Diego.

Things we could not live without:
1. Good friends and family relationships
2. A beach house, grill, fireplace and surfboards

Why they chose this property

Home is the sun, sand & surf! Live Swell is a boutique brand of coastal vacation homes where guests refresh from reality.

From an early age the founders of Live Swell, Mike and Maria developed a love for the beach and waves. As kids they were fortunate to live near the coast and take family beach vacations where they would spend hours building sand castles, hunt for seashells, fish, body surf and catch waves on their boogie boards.

Years later, after learning to surf, serving as and Ocean Lifeguard and suffering from years of wanderlust, Mike + Maria have been fortunate to live in and visit some of the most special coastal communities on the planet. Combine this passion with an interest in coastal real estate and the seed for Live Swell was sown.

Each of our beach bungalows is handpicked, restored and renovated to its old charm with a modern feel. We take pride in transforming each property to a place where guests can feel what is like to have a beach home away from home.

We purchased this property because it is located in one of the the best surf destinations, raddest and most interesting surf towns on the east coast of the US, Kill Devil Hills. Like most people, having a beach house is a dream come true. This home also has a lot of potential, we plan to raise it in the future so it has a better view of the ocean and more space for our guests.

We have always felt the best places to live, visit or "staycation" are those locations that offer a mix of consistent waves, chic accommodation, welcoming + insightful locals, exciting beach culture, great eating options and heaps of fun activity.

What makes this property unique

Commitment to our guests to do the right thing, chic upgraded bungalow, laid-back surf lifestyle feel +them, local beach feel, some of the best surf breaks down the road 1st Street, Avalon Pier and right out front! Oh yea and the awesome breeze on the front porch.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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