Carolina Designs invites you to The Swell, a Nags Head oceanfront retreat with 10 spacious bedrooms, private pool with kiddie pool inset, hot tub, and direct beach access at Milepost 17.5. This spectacular South Nags Head vacation home offers stellar ocean views, a recreation room with pool table, and your own private beach walkway with dune-top seating leading straight to the sea. With accommodations for large groups including 5 king bedrooms, 2 queens, pyramid bunks, and multiple entertainment areas across three floors, this OBX vacation rental provides the perfect setting for unforgettable family gatherings. All bedrooms feature Smart TVs for Netflix and Hulu access, while bluetooth soundbars and Blu-ray players in both the great room and rec room ensure entertainment throughout the home. Your South Nags Head location means thinner crowds than northern beaches while remaining close to popular Outer Banks attractions like Bodie Island Lighthouse, Jennette's Pier with its aquarium and seasonal programs, and the beloved Fish Heads Bar & Grill just one mile south.
- As low as $4,150 - $9,990}?>/Week
- 10 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
General Features[>
- 1 Highchair
- 1 Sleepsofa
- 10 Bedrooms (4 Private Baths)
- 10 Parking Spaces
- 12 TVs
- 2 Dogs welcome with fee
- 2 DVD Players
- 2 Half Baths
- 2 Pyramid Bunks
- 2 Queens
- 2 Trundles
- 2 Twin Bunks
- 2 Twins
- 2026 Pool Heat Cost: $500.00
- 2026 Pool Open: 4/5/2026 - 10/25/2026
- 2027 Pool Heat Cost: $500.00
- 2027 Pool Open: 3/28/2027 - 10/24/2027
- 3 Outdoor Showers
- 30.0 x 15.0 Private Pool
- 5 Kings
- 7 Full Baths
- Gas Grill
- Hot Tub
- Located at Milepost 17.5, Nags Head
- Oceanfront
- Oceanfront Home
- Recreation Room
- Seasonal Fireplace(Oct-Mar)
- Sunday check-in
- 10 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Accommodations & Layout
The Swell masterfully accommodates large groups with its thoughtful three-floor design featuring 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms (7 full, 2 half). The home sleeps guests comfortably with 5 king beds, 2 queens, 2 twins, 2 pyramid bunks, 2 twin bunks, 2 trundles, and 1 sleepsofa. With 4 bedrooms offering private baths and multiple shared bathroom options, everyone enjoys convenience and privacy. The oceanfront location provides stunning views from multiple levels, while 10 parking spaces ensure ample room for your group's vehicles.
Ground Floor
- Rec room with pool table and queen sleepsofa
- King with shared bath
- Queen with private bath
- Bedroom with shared bath
- Laundry
The heart of the lower level features an impressive recreation room with a pool table, queen sleepsofa, Smart TV, and Blu-ray player. Sleeping arrangements include a queen bedroom with private bath and two additional bedrooms sharing a bath: one king bedroom and another bedroom. A convenient half bath serves the rec room area. The laundry room provides convenience for large groups. Glass sliders open from the rec room to your private pool area, showcasing a kiddie pool inset perfect for little ones, separate hot tub, and two outdoor showers. Your private walkway provides direct beach access for morning walks, shell hunting, swimming, surfing, or relaxing with a good book.
First Floor
- King with private bath
- Queen with private bath
- Two kings with shared bath
- Bedroom with two twins
- Bedroom with two pyramid bunks and a trundle
- Shared full bath
Designed primarily for restful accommodations, the middle level houses six bedrooms and four full bathrooms. Three king bedrooms include two with sliding door access to oceanside decks overlooking the pool area—one featuring a private bathroom while two share a bathroom. Additional sleeping spaces include a queen bedroom with private bath, a twin bedroom, and a fun pyramid bunk room with trundle for younger guests. The oceanside deck access from select bedrooms allows guests to step outside and enjoy pool and ocean views.
Second Floor
- Great room
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- King with private bath
The top floor of The Swell showcases an open floor plan maximizing ocean views with sliding door access to expansive decking. The kitchen features bar seating making meal preparation convenient for large groups. The dining area accommodates everyone and the great room offers two distinct sitting areas, flat screen TV, bluetooth soundbar, Blu-ray player, and cozy seasonal fireplace for October through March evenings.
Amenities & Features
Entertainment abounds with 12 TVs throughout the home, 2 DVD players, and Smart TV access in every bedroom. The 30x15 private pool operates from early April through late October with optional heating available for $500. Additional amenities include gas grill for outdoor cooking, 3 outdoor showers, seasonal fireplace, 1 highchair for families, and pet-friendly accommodations for up to 2 dogs with fee. Free high-speed wireless internet keeps everyone connected throughout your stay.
Electronics: Two bluetooth soundbars and two Blu-ray players are provided.
Nearby Restaurants
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 0.9 miles
- Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 1.2 miles
- Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 1.5 miles
- Poke Box - 3.2 miles
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 4.5 miles
- Sugar Planet - 1.6 miles
- Dunkin' - 4.2 miles
- Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - 0.9 miles
Nearby Activities
- Jennette's Pier - 1.0 miles
- The Soundside Park and Boardwalk - 1.7 miles
- Coquina Beach - 4.7 miles
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 0.9 miles
- Nags Head Dolphin Watch - 1.0 miles
- Fishing Unlimited Boating Center - 1.3 miles
- Paradise Dolphin Cruises - 4.0 miles
- Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing - 4.3 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Fish Heads Bar and Grill - 0.9 miles
- Super Wings - 1.2 miles
- Salt Coast Outfitters - 1.3 miles
- The Farmer's Daughter - 1.7 miles
- Super Wings - 1.9 miles
- The Cotton Gin - 3.1 miles
- Sound Feet Shoes - 3.6 miles
- Salt Coast Outfitters - 4.5 miles
- Nags Head
- 10 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
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