Carolina Designs presents PIER JOY, a spectacular 8-bedroom oceanfront home in Nags Head with unparalleled views of Jennette's Pier. This spacious retreat features 8 private baths, elevator, private pool, hot tub, and extensive 2024-2025 updates. Located at Milepost 16.5, this premium OBX vacation rental offers world-class surfing views and is within walking distance of Nags Head favorites. With 7 king bedrooms, recreation room, media room, and knockout pier views from multiple levels, PIER JOY delivers the ultimate Outer Banks getaway for families seeking luxury and convenience.
Overview
Extensive updates for 2024 and 2025; read more below!
Any way you cut it, this spacious oceanfront home in South Nags Head is truly special. The location is second to none, and you'll immediately notice the gorgeous views of Jennette's Pier, a prime attraction on the Outer Banks, where you can fish or stroll to the end for a unique ocean perspective. The site is home to world-class surfing competitions, and in-season, the beach has a lifeguard standing directly in front. Other classic Nags Head pursuits are a short drive away; it's easy to travel to Oregon Inlet, Manteo, the Outlet Mall, and more. The home is conveniently located within walking distance of Nags Head favorites. Looking for a multifaceted getaway? Choose PIER JOY!
Updates for 2025: New electric grill (in addition to the gas grill), fresh exterior paint with an updated color scheme, two new comfy swivel gliders and a larger Smart TV in the great room, new picture window in the lofted sitting area to further improve the ocean view, new larger Smart TV and a completely updated rec room on the ground floor, new larger Smart TV in the first floor media room, and all bedroom TVs updated to Smart TVs with streaming capabilities (replacing the Dish service). Dish service remains on the second floor great room and king bedroom TVs, the first floor oceanfront king bedroom and media room TVs, and the ground level rec room TV.
Accommodations
This impressive oceanfront retreat sleeps guests in comfort with 8 bedrooms, each featuring private baths. The sleeping arrangements include 7 luxurious king bedrooms and 1 bunk room with 2 twin bunks - perfect for families of all sizes. With 9 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom throughout the home, plus an elevator for easy access to all levels, every detail has been considered for your comfort and convenience.
Ground Floor
- Rec room
- King with private bath
- Bedroom with two twin bunks & private bath
- Laundry
- Full bath
Enter the ground level via a short set of steps or the ramp and enjoy a fun gathering area that features a recreation room with cozy seating and Smart TV. There are two bedrooms on this floor, each with private baths and Smart TVs. One has a king-sized bed, and the other has two twin bunks. A full "cabana bathroom" complete with a shower offers direct access to the pool area. In the laundry area, you will find a Neater Feeder dog food/water bowl, and a dog kennel.
Outside, you'll be treated to the sounds of the ocean from a completely fenced private pool area that offers a 25.0 x 16.0 private pool with a built-in baby pool, separate hot tub, an electric grill, and a gas grill.
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First Floor
- Five kings with private baths
- Media room
- Oceanfront deck with views of beach and pier
- Front deck to enjoy sunsets
The middle level offers a spacious, comfortable retreat with views of Jennette's Pier and the ocean. The media room provides a perfect spot to enjoy your morning or afternoon refreshments on the cozy sectional sofa. Other amenities include a Smart TV. Also on this floor are five bedrooms, each with private baths, Smart TVs, and two enjoy deck access.
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Second Floor
- Great room
- Two dining areas
- Kitchen
- Lofted sitting area with ocean views
- Spacious deck overlooks ocean and pool
- King with private bath
You cannot beat this floor's knockout views of Jennette's Pier! The great room's open floor plan includes a beautifully decorated living area with Smart TV and two separate dining areas that seat 18 total (additional bar seating for four more). The kitchen offers all that a chef desires, with ample workspace, two refrigerators, two dishwashers, two sinks, a five-burner cooktop with a ventilation hood, a Keurig, and a drip coffee maker. Whether you want to watch the sunrise and surfers from inside or outside, PIER JOY has you covered! Inside, the crow's nest has two comfortable chaise lounges with lofted ocean views, and on the deck, you will find captain's chairs, picnic seating, and fresh salt air. Another highlight of this house is the top floor king bedroom filled with natural light, mounted Smart TV, and its private bathroom, complete with a large double vanity, lighted mirrors, soaker tub, and a walk-in shower with two separate shower sprayers and body jets.
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Modern Amenities & Recent Updates
With 11 TVs throughout the home including Smart TVs with streaming capabilities in all bedrooms, entertainment options abound. The home welcomes 2 dogs with fee and offers 7 parking spaces for your convenience. Free high-speed wireless internet keeps everyone connected during your Outer Banks vacation.
Updates for 2024: The spacious private bathroom on the second floor was completely redone to include a new soaker tub and dual shower heads with body sprayers. Additionally, four private bathrooms on the first floor were renovated (the fifth was renovated in 2023). Lastly, the carpet throughout the home was removed and replaced with new flooring (all bedrooms and the lofted sitting area).
Pool: 25.0 x 16.0 Private Pool 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.
Please Note: The fireplace is not available for guest use.
This home is located two lots south of Jennette's Pier. At 1,000 feet long, this is the longest Outer Banks pier! It hosts an aquarium, seasonal camps, fishing tournaments, surf contests and more.