Located at Mile post 17.5 on the Beach Road, Forbes Fever Cottage offers a warm welcome with its Old Nags Head Style architecture and nostalgic treasures collected from around the world. Enjoy wonderful ocean views from most bedrooms, relax on the deck or in the shade of the large gazebo, and unwind in your private swimming pool.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 162300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style
***During the Coronavirus Health Scare, We have added steps to our cleaning process to make sure you are protected from the spread of infection. We want you to feel confident that you wonʼt catch any kind of bug – severe or otherwise – in our houses. *****
--FORBES FEVER COTTAGE--is located at Mile post 17.5 on the Beach Road. FEATURES- *7 bedrooms,4 full baths and an additional Outdoor shower that is Fully Enclosed with Hot and Cold water. *Private Swimming Pool. *Free WiFi. *Fenced dog run. *Private Boardwalk to the ocean. *Parking for 5 cars. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Forbes Fever was the home of our beloved owner and founder, Dr. Sarah Forbes. *Please Note* Under this house is our supply area. Housekeeping & maintenance will need access to this area, but will be respectful of you and your needs. Please do not block the covered car port.
She built a true "Old Nags Head Style", Ocean Front home full of warm juniper wood and nostalgic treasures. Each of these treasures were collected during her travels around the world.
We just added an outside ping pong table!!
PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL for you to enjoy (Pool on March 25 and Closes October 31)
Forbes Fever offers wonderful Ocean Views which can be seen from most of the bedrooms.
And as an added Bonus, the large master bedroom has its own private deck. Just perfect for watching the moonlight play on the waters surface.
When you arrive, don't worry about dragging luggage up the steps. The house is equipped with an Elevator! A big help for taking up bags! Located in the car port area. Elevator goes to all floors.
Each bedroom is tastefully decorated. The children's room is decorated in a Jungle theme. It and has its own Private Bath. There are even stuffed animals to play with!
The living room furniture is a pet friendly too. All is vinyl or leather. There is a large SMART TV with DVD player.
For private viewing, there are SMART TVs in all of the bedrooms.
A fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig, a Crockpot, Blender, & Seafood Steamer pot, is all you need to keep your hungry family happy. The kitchen extends into a sun room with a bar and extra seating.
Beyond the dining room is another sun room that faces the Ocean.
Enjoy the evening on your large front porch.
The laundry room is large and great for storing your extra items. It is equipped with a full sized Washer & Dryer.
For your pet there is a covered dog run and yard. Just open the door and let them out. You don't even have to go with them because the fence extends past the entry steps!
This home offers our own Private Boardwalk to the Ocean. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sleeping: Bedroom #1 California King bed Bedroom #2 - King bed Bedroom #3 - Queen bed Bedroom #4 - Queen bed Bedroom #5 - 1 Full& 1 Twin bed Bedroom #6 - Queen bed Bedroom #7- 1 Full & 1 Twin bed
*Please Note* Under this house is our supply area. Housekeeping & maintenance will need access to this area, but will be respectful of you and your needs. Please do not block the covered car port. ---------------------------------------------------------------- We provide an amenities package-starter package for all guest's. It includes the following: Sheet sets for all beds(WE DO NOT MAKE THE BEDS WITH THE SHEETS. YOUR SHEET SETS WILL COME IN A VACCUMMED SEALED BAG), one towel set that the house sleeps, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bath, 2 bars of soap per bath, 2 rolls of paper towels, 2 dishwasher pods, and one travel size bottle of dish soap.
*Note: PET FEES are NOT INCLUDED in price, but can be added. See below:
PET FEES: Pet fee is $100 per week per pet + tax. Or if less than a week, Pet fee is $15 per day per pet + tax. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Other IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. PET FEES are NOT INCLUDED in price. 2. College students and anyone 27 or younger considered on a "case by case' basis and will include additional student rate and security deposit. If you are under the age of 27, you must submit an inquiry first. You are not allowed to "Instant Book". *NO Students Allowed after May 15th.
Here are some OPTIONAL Items to Make Your Trip Complete :
1. Evacuation Fee (5% of your total) will refund any days missed because of evacuation. 2. Beach Chairs(sitting) & Umbrellas rental. 3. Pet fee is $100 per week per pet + tax. Or if less than a week, Pet fee is $15 per day per pet + tax.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
15 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
20 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking allowed outside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Per NC and Nags Head law we can not have campers/RV's parked nor hooked up to any rental properties.
Note * PET FEES, and Other Options are NOT INCLUDED in price but may be added*
Age 27 and younger considered on case by case basis and may require extra fees. PLEASE DO NOT INSTANT BOOK. CONTACT US.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
15 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $100 pr wk pr pet + tax or $15 day pr pet+tax
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
Does Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 15 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style located?
Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jennette's Pier and Outer Banks Beaches. Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style Reviews
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Multi-gen family vacay-4 generations and we all were very comfortable. Elevator is perfect for grandparents and great-grandparents. House was very clean. It’s an all wood interior which is dark. Pool is fantastic for kids.
Our family (including two pups!) all had a wonderful time at this beautiful home on the beach. The location was perfect for our needs, we loved being able to walk over the dunes to the ocean every morning. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was so clean! We are looking forward to staying here again, thank you!
Fantastic house if you’re bringing your pets to the Outer Banks.
I for one always get nervous when I get a pet friendly house even though I bring my pets but you cannot tell this was a pet friendly house. It was so clean and inviting. We will be back in November. I highly highly recommend booking any of their properties.
Our stay at Forbes Fever met our needs and more. House was nostalgic enough to make a homey feel.
Kitchen was stocked well that met our cooking desires. All of the kiddos loves the private pool. Nice jaunt to the beach with private access.
Loved that the dogs had a covered area to do their business. The kitchen was well stocked with gadgets that I won't have to bring next time, Had a great time.
Really enjoyed the house. Wished the ocean was more visible but outdoor space is wonderful! Plenty of room for all of us. Fence area for the dogs was great!! Kind of worried about folks coming and going for cleaning but they were very respectful of our space and the dogs!
Everything about this property was a surprise. You could see the sunrise from one window and the sunset from the other in the top bedroom. You could walk straight out to the beach or stay in and play games. Our teens that came hardly spent time on their phones because they were so busy doing fun things! You did not have to go anywhere to have a good time, just stay at the house and enjoy all the amenities. The last surprise was the 2nd fridge!
The property was very clean, except saw a couple big roaches in bathroom and on our bed. The upstairs was very hot with no separate unit to control it.
This was a really enjoyable, vintage beach house. It was convenientnto use an elevator to bring in a carload of supplies. The kitchen is well equipped, and the beds were comfortable. It is a great house for hide and seek! There is plenty of seating available and the 4 full bathrooms were convenient. The one thing the house could use is better lighting. The ceiling lights are almost too much and there was only one floor lamp in the livingroom area. The bedrooms had table lamps that needed brighter bulbs. So, if you are looking for a classic beach house with lots of room, this one is great!
We loved the house. It had so much room for all of us to spread out if we wanted, and a fabulous den for us to all gather together too. The location gave us access to everything; all the places we wanted to go. We had a wonderful stay. Miss Ronni was fantastic to work with to get the arrangements taken care of! We absolutely loved it!
Great location, well stocked with everything we needed. There were only 2 of us, so plenty of space. Unfortunately we arrived at a bad time, tropical storm followed by a Nor'easter. The accommodations were very comfortable and if you had to be shut in for 7 days, this was the right place.
This place is fantastic, perfect for large families with teens, and I'm already planning my next visit. The updated bathrooms and main spaces are a lovely touch, considering the property's age.
The folks who manage Forbes Fever are unbelievably competent and kind. Ronni from Rentals on the Ocean called us a few days ahead of our scheduled arrival to warn us about a winter storm that was forecast to arrive on our check-in day. She let us come down early and check in without charging us any extra. Then another storm was forecast for our departure day and so we departed two days early and Ronni gave us a refund for that, even though we told her it wasn't necessary since we arrived early. Incredible empathy and kindness. The place was fantastic - old school Nags Head, baby. Yet all the modern conveniences one expects on the OBX in 2026.
Had a great stay and your property. Home was very accommodating to a party of 11. Kitchen was small but well stacked with anything you needed. The one towel per person did not think was a great idea. Location was fantastic and home was clean upon our arrival. The outdoor porches in front and back had beautiful composite decking, as well as there outdoor dining tables. We stayed 4 nights and had zero issues. That’s always a plus. I would recommend staying here and would stay again myself.
We have returned from a great family vacation in this ocean front home. Lots of room for the family to spread out, kitchen very well equipped. Spaces to dine on both nice porches.
Our whole family enjoyed the stay! Very clean inside and out. We loved the seating on the deck and pool! Plenty of room to give everyone privacy. Close to many restaurants