THE TIPSY TURTLE - Vacation rental home in Nags Head, NC

14 Smart TVs, a theater, and a recreation room set this Carolina Designs oceanfront home apart. THE TIPSY TURTLE is a nine-bedroom Nags Head retreat at Milepost 11, with an elevator serving every level and a 30 x 16 private pool. Sunrise and sunset decks await outside. Brand new construction, complete for the 2025 season, this oceanfront escape pairs more than 4,900 square feet of indoor living space with over 1,600 square feet of outdoor living space, so there is room for everyone to spread out and settle in.

Overview

If you are looking for comfort, relaxation, and unbeatable amenities, look no further. This oceanfront Nags Head vacation home will be the talk of many fun memories for years to come. Guests enjoy an impressive private pool area, a private walkway to the beach, nine bedrooms (eight with private baths), an elevator that travels to each level, Smart TVs throughout, a recreation room, a theater, and more.

The ground floor rec room has a sectional sofa and a TV, perfect for a lazy afternoon. The middle floor is built for family fun, with a theater for movie nights. Upstairs, an open-concept living space includes a fully stocked kitchen, a spacious dining area, an ocean view great room, and a cozy sunset sitting area. With decks facing both east and west, you can watch the sun rise over the Atlantic and set over the sound side each day.

Step outside to your private oceanfront oasis, featuring a large 30 x 16 pool (which can be heated) and a poolside cabana. For added relaxation, there is a sheltered hot tub, outdoor dining areas, and a gas grill for dining al fresco. Four outdoor showers make rinsing off after a beach day effortless. Perfect for large families or groups, this home's thoughtful design and amenities create the ultimate Outer Banks retreat.

Practical details are covered too: nine parking spaces, free high-speed wireless internet, laundry facilities, and a seasonal gas fireplace (October through March) for cool-weather stays. This OBX vacation rental offers Saturday check-in and does not allow pets. Milepost 11 places you within easy reach of outlet shopping, miniature golf, and a wide range of restaurants from casual takeout to fine dining.

Ground Floor

• Recreation room
• Three kings with private baths
• Half bath
• Laundry

First Floor

• Theater
• Two kings with private baths
• King with shared special access bath
• Bedroom with two pyramid bunks and private bath

Second Floor

• Great room
• Kitchen
• Dining area
• Sitting area
• Two kings with private baths
• Half bath

Pool: The 30 x 16 private pool is heated by heat pump. Ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees. The 2026 pool season runs 4/4/2026 to 10/24/2026 and the 2027 pool season runs 3/27/2027 to 10/23/2027, with pool heat available for $500.00.

Seasonal Cabana Service: Service dates for the 2026 season are 05/02/26 - 09/19/26. Service dates for the 2027 season are 05/01/2027 - 09/18/2027. This home receives beachside cabana & beach chair set-up services during your stay. This complimentary service includes one 10x10 cabana tent and six beach chairs. Set-up hours are 10am to 5pm daily (except check-in/check-out day), weather permitting. This service is not available for partial-week stays and is subject to local ordinances. Service provided by Farmdog Beach Services. Additional add-on services and other rentals are available upon request for an additional charge.

Golf: Guests of this home can enjoy discounted green fees at Kilmarlic Golf Club, a Tom Steele designed course in Powell's Point. Enjoy exclusive K Club benefits compliments of the homeowner, including discounted green fees (reserve tee times in advance), and reduced costs for Wild Horse Tours, Kitty Hawk Kites adventures, and more. Learn more about the K Club benefits by visiting their website. The K Club concierge can be reached at 252.491.2841 to reserve a tee time.

Special Access Amenities: Access ramp to home, and all floors are accessible by elevator. Shared bathroom on first floor has roll-under sink, low-barrier shower, shower seat, and grab bars. Please note that none of our homes are ADA compliant. Contact our office for additional information.

2027 Holiday Week Check-In: Our offices will be closed on December 25, 2027 for the Christmas Day holiday. If your 2027 lease check-in date is on Christmas Day please note that we will work to make special arrangements to alter your check-in date.