Direct Beach Access, Renovated & Clean + EZ Cart - Vacation rental home in Kill Devil Hills, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

Intelligently Designed beach homes for the unique elements of vacation stays:
• User Friendly
• Prime Locations
• Sparkling Clean
• Quick & Attentive Local Support
• Thoughtful Touches

Would you like to eliminate the gamble of reserving a poorly maintained, carelessly managed or icky ‘second home’? Stay with us, you won't regret it!

The Magical Bungalow OBX is an original OBX 'Beach Box' style home, that was re-imagined and remodeled by Live Swell Custom Homes.

Our purpose is to create clean beach homes families adore!

By listening to guests we have created a familiar, clean & consistent vacation rental home experience. With us you can feel happy while visiting with ease!

All of our bespoke designed vacation homes feature:
•Quality Cotton Blend Linens + Bath Towels
•Upgrades & Renovations
•Professional & Attentive Guest Support
•Pre-Arrival Quality Assurance Check
•Pet Friendly & Painless to Clean Surfaces

Guest Favorites:
•EZ Wheel Beach Cart
•Front Deck – morning coffee and evening sunsets!
•Swaying in a hammock
•Master Bath with upsized Rain Head
•The Outdoor Shower w/ Rain Head
•A well-supplied kitchen
•Dog Friendly (See Guidelines Below)
•A family friendly home and safe neighborhood
•The location! –Peek-a-boo Ocean Vistas while you listen to the sounds of the ocean, just walking distance to the beach
(Please keep in mind, the home is located on a direct beach access with parking, at times it can get full. Most appreciate the feel, others may not.)

Downstairs "Storage Room"-
The enclosure located on ground level, has a separate entrance and is not as upgraded like the upper level main living area. It was not designed as living space, is primarily used as storage and sleeping is not recommended.

Please note: While refreshed, this is an older original beach home. As a piece of OBX history, that's OK though as it all adds to the appeal and soul of the Magical Bungalow.

We are passionate about coastal living and savor the opportunity to share our beach homes we appreciate so much with our guests.

Reserve Now! To confirm your stay as availability does go fast :)

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire home and property. For those, that appreciate clean laundry, like us, we have a washer + dryer set up in the garage area.

Housekeeping, Maintenance, Inspection & Cleaning Notes:
We believe a very clean & functional home is of the utmost importance for our guests upon arrival. Between each guest stay our beach homes are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized & inspected.

All of our in-home housekeepers are trained in our proprietary ‘Sparkling Clean’ cleaning process and as of 2025 every beach home contains at least one floor-cleaning Robot on-site. Our staff also includes a full-time licensed Builder, so if an unlikely maintenance issue does occur, you can feel confident it will be fixed fast!

As further commitment to delivering an exceptional stay a ‘Quality Assurance Inspection’ occurs prior to arrival.

Pet Friendly Guidelines:
We appreciate dogs and are happy to have your four-legged family members join you. Due to additional detailed cleaning required following a pet stay we do request a fee of $25 per nighttime.

Please note:
• One dog max
• Some breeds may not be allowed due to insurance restrictions
• This fee does not include excessive pet hair removal, stain removal on fabrics or droppings pick-up

Check-Out Expectations:
We invest a lot of time, money and effort to deliver exceptional stays for our guests. If deliberate damage, disrespect or lack of basic cleanliness is identified during the check-out inspection process, the guest of record will be charged to compensate needed cleaning and ensure the property is ready for incoming guests.

Local Area Info:
We adore sharing our favorite local eateries, activities and beach living secrets. Our website is full of our personal content & information, it can be a great resource whether you stay with us or at another place.

For guests that do stay with us, we provide a guide that most incoming guests have found helpful in planning their OBX adventure. Additionally, we are available and happy to share any specific food or activity recommendations our guests may have questions about.

Book today to ensure your reservation, before another guest does! We look forward to having you stay :)

About the Area

Located in Kill Devil Hills, this vacation home is near the beach. Paradise Fun Park and Children at Play Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outer Banks Mall and Scarborough Lane Shoppes. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: $25 per pet per each night added to reservation

Tips to get the very best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Kill Devil Hills area. Reserve your vacation in the Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Kill Devil Hills area visitor guides that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Kill Devil Hills visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• To start, have your group commit to dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Direct Beach Access, Renovated & Clean + EZ Cart has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More tips for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let burglars spoil your holiday.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your stay, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. E-mail the host immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to stimulate new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.