Hello fellow travelers and beach lovers! During the real estate boom I saved this adorable, 1951 one bedroom cottage by the sea from being bulldozed by home builders that wanted to add another huge rental machine to the Outer Banks. Everyone thought I was crazy and some days I thought the same!

The cottage had been neglected for decades so I started the long process of reviving it to it’s former self. I replaced the roof, the plumbing, windows and the electrical system. I tore out walls and found 2 time capsules from the 1960’s! I updated the kitchen, added a washer/dryer and refinished most of the 65 year old wood floors, just to name a few of the projects accomplished!

It has been a labor of love and serious learning experience in “This Old House” improvements. All in all it has been a beautiful and crazy adventure creating a wonderful place for my guests to make memories.

This vintage, semi-oceanfront, pet friendly cottage is a 1 minute walk to the beach and is perfect for a couple and their four legged children. Gidget’s Dream has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing escape. The cottage has WiFi, a smart TV, full sized washer/dryer, an electric fireplace and a 250 DVD library. The fenced in backyard is a fabulous retreat for the dogs and has a hot tub, 2 chaise lounges, a gas grill and picnic table for the adults. Sip your morning coffee on the ocean view deck then walk 150 feet to the beach to play with the dogs in the surf!

To make your vacation as enjoyable and relaxing as possible the following household items are included. Linens and bath towels, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry supplies, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, storage bags, coffee filters, a spice rack, cooking oil and sugar.

To add to the charm of this property there is an original 1950’s detached Dory boat building that has been converted into a tiny house for me!

The restoration of “Kahuna’s Shack” exterior juniper lap siding began in the spring and is a laborious effort of scraping 70 years of more than 4 coats of peeling paint. While the effort continues, the process will take months to finish so an apology in advance for the weathered look of the building. Restoration on the detached tiny home will continue in the fall as not to be intrusive while you are here.

I have lived on the Outer Banks for 20 years and am very passionate about the natural beauty of the area. I adore helping my guests find a great restaurant, interesting activity, a peaceful spot to watch an amazing sunset over the water or to point them in the right direction of the best local sightseeing tours, fishing trips or wild mustang excursions. I love sharing my little cottage with so much beach history with others.

Due to traveling around the world my goal is to help you fall in love with the Outer Banks as much as I have!