Counting Pelicans + Ocean View + Pelican Hunt
Welcome to Counting Pelicans – A Charming OBX Beach Box with 80+ Hidden Pelicans to Find! 🐦
Step into this vibrant and personality-packed coastal retreat where funky charm meets modern comfort—just one block from the ocean in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. Thoughtfully designed for families and friends, Counting Pelicans invites you to search for over 80 pelicans hidden throughout the home and garden—a whimsical scavenger hunt woven into your stay.
Welcome to Counting Pelicans – A Charming OBX Beach Box with 80+ Hidden Pelicans to Find! 🐦
Step into this vibrant and personality-packed coastal retreat where funky charm meets modern comfort—just one block from the ocean in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. Thoughtfully designed for families and friends, Counting Pelicans invites you to search for over 80 pelicans hidden throughout the home and garden—a whimsical scavenger hunt woven into your stay.
Rooms and Beds
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3
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4
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Rates and Availability
Taxes and fees are additional
Reviews
We loved staying at Jack & Nancy’s and hope to…
We loved staying at Jack & Nancy’s and hope to return. It’s such a great location, with so much to see and do around, while all I wanted to do was sit on the porch with my sea view and drink my coffee all day. It was pretty warm while we were at the Outer Banks, but so comfortable in the house. The kitchen was well appointed so we were able to eat in several nights, and it provided space for our two families of 4 to easily also have our own spaces when needed. We had such a wonderful stay!!!
Counting Pelicans is hands down our favorite rental in the…
Counting Pelicans is hands down our favorite rental in the Outer Banks. The house is lovely with lots of arts and crafts touches. It is also outfitted with all the comforts of home especially in the kitchen. You do need to bring your own linens and towels but that is pretty common for obx rentals. You can see the ocean from the front deck and the beach is just a few minutes walk. Wifi worked great for streaming etc while we were there. There’s even a coffee shop just a minute’s walk down the street. When we come back to the OBX, we will definitely stay here.
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at…
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Counting Pelicans. We would recommend it to anyone. The place is even nicer in person, very clean and lots of room for our family. Being located in Kill Devil Hills it’s close to everything. The hosts were very responsive to messages and wonderful to talk to. The close proximity to the beach was amazing just a very short walk, as it sits three houses back and we could see the beach from the porch. Enjoyed everything the place had to offer. We cooked meals and used the grill some nights, enjoyed the decks and patio in early mornings and evenings with plenty of comfortable seating. The bath house was nice when coming back from the beach to wash off in. Loved the comfy couch and spinning chairs in the living room with such uniquely designed foot rests. I can go on and on. We would all come back and stay here again. Wonderful house!!
Amanda
Wonderful place and great location. Very responsive hosts. Would absolutely…
Wonderful place and great location. Very responsive hosts. Would absolutely recommend to any one looking for a relaxing stay at the beach!
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We loved staying at Jack & Nancy’s and hope to…
We loved staying at Jack & Nancy’s and hope to return. It’s such a great location, with so much to see and do around, while all I wanted to do was sit on the porch with my sea view and drink my coffee all day. It was pretty warm while we were at the Outer Banks, but so comfortable in the house. The kitchen was well appointed so we were able to eat in several nights, and it provided space for our two families of 4 to easily also have our own spaces when needed. We had such a wonderful stay!!!
Counting Pelicans is hands down our favorite rental in the…
Counting Pelicans is hands down our favorite rental in the Outer Banks. The house is lovely with lots of arts and crafts touches. It is also outfitted with all the comforts of home especially in the kitchen. You do need to bring your own linens and towels but that is pretty common for obx rentals. You can see the ocean from the front deck and the beach is just a few minutes walk. Wifi worked great for streaming etc while we were there. There's even a coffee shop just a minute's walk down the street. When we come back to the OBX, we will definitely stay here.
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at…
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Counting Pelicans. We would recommend it to anyone. The place is even nicer in person, very clean and lots of room for our family. Being located in Kill Devil Hills it’s close to everything. The hosts were very responsive to messages and wonderful to talk to. The close proximity to the beach was amazing just a very short walk, as it sits three houses back and we could see the beach from the porch. Enjoyed everything the place had to offer. We cooked meals and used the grill some nights, enjoyed the decks and patio in early mornings and evenings with plenty of comfortable seating. The bath house was nice when coming back from the beach to wash off in. Loved the comfy couch and spinning chairs in the living room with such uniquely designed foot rests. I can go on and on. We would all come back and stay here again. Wonderful house!!
Amanda
Wonderful place and great location. Very responsive hosts. Would absolutely…
Wonderful place and great location. Very responsive hosts. Would absolutely recommend to any one looking for a relaxing stay at the beach!
Great location! Easy access to the beach. Loved sitting on…
Great location! Easy access to the beach. Loved sitting on the deck and relaxing. Well equipped kitchen. Close to everything you need and in walking distance to a great coffee shop.
Counting Pelicans is a lovely place for a family getaway!…
Counting Pelicans is a lovely place for a family getaway! There was plenty of space for everyone and the house is super close to the beach! We all love to cook and the kitchen was very well equipped. The space is beautifully decorated and the many outdoor spaces to sit and relax were favorites for us. We loved all the artwork and decor as well!
Counting Pelicans was hands-down one the best Airbnb’s I’ve ever…
Counting Pelicans was hands-down one the best Airbnb's I've ever stayed at. The location is perfect (the 4th house back from the beach). You can walk to and from the beach as easy as possible. The street is a quiet residential one. Lots of cute dogs tho 🙂 The kitchen is really well stocked. We cooked most of our meals easily. There were only 4 of us, and everyone was thrilled to have their own room. But we could have easily fit double the people. Having two porches is so fun-- you can follow the sun or the shade. The beds and the furniture were all comfortable and unique. We loved the beachy decorations! It truly felt like being a guest in someone's very well-cared-for home. So many other reviewers have already said this, but I can't wait to come back next year (I hope)!
This is our second stay at Counting Pelicans and as…
This is our second stay at Counting Pelicans and as expected, it was great! The location is perfect - about a half block to the beach on a quiet street. The owners have updated the kitchen and added some other improvements since our last stay about 3 years ago. The house is well cared for, clean, and had everything we needed. We love the artistic touches in and outside of the house. There were a total of 4 adults and 5 children staying there and we had plenty of room. The owners responded promptly to all messages. We will definitely plan to stay there again! Great place!
We were so pleased with this comfortable and lovely house….
We were so pleased with this comfortable and lovely house. We cooked meals for 7, and had everything we needed. All the furnishings and household items were useful, plentiful, thoughtful and clean.
The house was just as described! very cute, cozy, and…
The house was just as described! very cute, cozy, and convenient. Jack and Nancy were communicative and friendly as we're the neighbors. We felt right at home.
Very close to lots of attractions and perfect beach access. And lots to do at the house as well! It was well stocked with all we could need in the kitchen. games, beach toys, ample options for outdoor seating and views of the ocean.
We came with 2 separate families so the upstairs and downstairs being separate was perfect for us. Would stay again!
The house was clean and comfortable & the decorations were…
The house was clean and comfortable & the decorations were so much fun. We were comfortable in the space & enjoyed being such a quick walk to the beach. The front yard has some fun decorations, peace poles, made by a neighbor. The downstairs living area is not connected to the upstairs area indoors. We called it the “ in-law” area & it is perfect if you have a friend that would like more privacy. Jack was quick to respond to any questions we had & took care of an A/C problem immediately. We will rent from them again. Highly recommended!
Counting Pelicans is a great place to stay for an…
Counting Pelicans is a great place to stay for an OBX vacation. Very nice home, recently updated kitchen and bathrooms, wi-fi, clean and comfortable. Three minute walk to the beach, five minute drive to grocery store. When we weren't at the beach we loved sitting on the porch watching passersby and ocean views. 10/10 would stay here again!
It was a very warm/homey cottage. Beach was right there….
It was a very warm/homey cottage. Beach was right there. Everything you needed to cook and grill with was provided. The kids enjoyed the surf board, we donated some boogie boards for the next clan that comes! I would totally recommend this for any family thinking about taking a trip to the OBX. Thanks again!You guys were wonderful!
Lisa and family!
Counting Pelicans is a charming, clean cottage only a block…
Counting Pelicans is a charming, clean cottage only a block from beach. Sitting on the porch and seeing the ocean is an added bonus. Jack and Nancy are very responsive and provide many thoughtful touches. We had extended family staying at our own home nearby and needed an additional space for "beach central". This worked perfectly! Thank you!
This house was perfect. Plenty of space for 6 adults….
This house was perfect. Plenty of space for 6 adults. Close to the beach access and it wasnt crowded at all. Walking distance to avalon pier, putt putt and dunkin donuts. The house and yard are full of eclectic improvisational artwork that makes the counting pelicans a unique home away from home.
We have stayed here for a week for the past…
We have stayed here for a week for the past 3 summers and this is a great place to stay especially if you want to be closer to beach.
Lovely cottage convenient to everything and only a short distance…
Lovely cottage convenient to everything and only a short distance to beachfront. Cute comfy decor. More roomy than expected. Nice amenities. We were a party of eight and were very comfortable.
The pictures of this cottage does it no justice it…
The pictures of this cottage does it no justice it is just beautiful!
The best part about this beach house is the location…
The best part about this beach house is the location to the beach! It was less than 1 block to the beach and you can easily see the ocean from the front portch. This was a must have feature with 4 little kids. The house was clean and had everything we needed. It comfortably fit 4 adults and 4 kids. We loved the artistic character in decor both in and out of the home. We took advantage of the charcoal grill and grilling supplies provided. The surrounding streets were very quiet and had very little traffic. The bottom floor of the home is separate from the top (main) floor. We ended up not using this space but realized that it would be nice for grandparents or older kids to have as their own separate space. We will keep this in mind for future stays. We would definitely stay at Jack and Nancy's place again.
This is a wonderful beach home to take a family…
This is a wonderful beach home to take a family vacation. The beach is a short walk and it is not crowded at all and we went various times from sunrise to sunset. Extra amenities like Wi-Fi, cable, a charging station, plenty of benches and chairs outdoors, 3 full bathrooms, outside private shower, etc. make this a great place to vacation at the ocean. Jack & Nancy are fantastic and very attentive to their guests.
The house was absolutely perfect. We had two families with…
The house was absolutely perfect. We had two families with children and we enjoyed our time. We loved how close and convenient it was to the beach. We would definitely stay again!!
We really enjoyed staying at this cottage. The home was…
We really enjoyed staying at this cottage. The home was much closer to the beach than expected. It was supplied with anything and everything you could need while on vacation. The pictures did not do the house justice. It was absolutely incredible to arrive and be blown away by how beautiful the home is inside and out! I really appreciated that Jack and Nancy kept in contact during the week to check in and offer any help if we had questions. I think that this home is a steal and am grateful to have shared the experience with my family and friends.
Counting Pelicans is artistic, comfortable and well-equipped. We had everything…
Counting Pelicans is artistic, comfortable and well-equipped. We had everything we needed for a great vacation for grandparents all the way down to toddlers. A great location, too, an easy walk to the beach, which was never crowded, and close to lots of other great things to do. Can't wait for our next visit!
Our family (6 adults and 3 young kids) loved our…
Our family (6 adults and 3 young kids) loved our week in Jack and Nancy's cottage! The home was equipped with everything we needed for our beach vacation. Our hosts were accommodating with our early arrival and they were quick to respond to our questions before and during our visit. We would definitely stay again!
The house was fantastic, much more than we expected. Jack…
The house was fantastic, much more than we expected. Jack and Nancy answered all of our questions and provided detailed information before we arrived. The house was very comfortable and roomy. The beach is within a short walking distance and was never crowded. The outdoor bath was great too and enclosed so you can rinse sand off entire body. They seemed to have thought of everything including a cool tower charger for the many gadgets. We strongly recommend this home for any family looking for a relaxing week at the beach. No complaints whatsoever and we did get to meet Jack on day we left, otherwise we were left alone, another positive for us. It is not easy to find a vacation spot equally attractive to toddlers, teenagers, young adults and a senior but this home did just that for us. Thanks Jack. Thanks Nancy. Did I mention that the house looks much better in person than in the pictures. One day some folks stopped by just to look at the outside and compliment the outer appeal of the house. The house also has lovely and thoughtful interior decorations as well.
Jack and Nancy were incredibly accommodating when we arrived! They…
Jack and Nancy were incredibly accommodating when we arrived! They called to let us know when we could check in since we had arrived quite early in the morning.
The house was much much closer to the beach than I realized when I booked it (only a few houses away from the public beach access). Even better, the public beach access is one of the ones without a parking lot, meaning that the beach wasn't overcrowded.
The house itself was cute and charming. The outside shower is large and even has a dressing area. Since the showers inside were quite small, most of our group opted for showering outside instead.
Unfortunately for us, we came on a very hot week (heat index above 100 every day) and the upstairs AC wasn't able to keep up during the day. At night, it was fine and everyone slept comfortably. But we avoided being upstairs during the day like the plague.
Thanks for everything! We would definitely stay again!
My husband and I stayed at this cottage with 2…
My husband and I stayed at this cottage with 2 other couples and we all absolutely loved it! The cottage is very nice and decorated nicely. We enjoyed looking at all the little details in the décor inside and out! This house was closer to the beach than expected and we could see the ocean from the front porch. The neighborhood was nice and we enjoyed seeing people walk and ride their bikes down the street. One of my favorite features was the large outdoor shower! By the end of the week all three couples had moved their shower stuff out there and we barely even used the indoor showers! It was not cramped and there are plenty of hooks for everyone to leave their towels. The house had everything we needed. Everyone in our group agreed that we would definitely stay here again!
The place was cute charming and comfortable! Jack and Nancy…
The place was cute charming and comfortable! Jack and Nancy were delightful hosts that went above and beyond to check on us during our stay to make sure all was well and greeted us when we were leaving. We had 6 total guests but could have easily fit more comfortably. There were many "extras" included in the house making it truly like home ... We were a short walk (3 houses) from beach and was so convenient. Would highly recommend this place and will most likely stay here again on our next trip to the Outerbanks!!!