Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 324.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Hatteras, NC

Outer Banks Beaches
3 min walk
Hatteras Village Welcome Center
3 min drive
Kat's Deli
7 min walk
Hatteras, NC (HNC)
20 min walk

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Are you looking for a sun and sand filled vacation at an affordable, Outer Banks OCEANFRONT rental? Well look no further. The Lost Shaker of Salt is the perfect place for fun, romance and relaxation.

The Shaker is Small, But the Beach is Wide! The 'Shaker' is a free-standing one-room efficiency cabana, decorated in beach-house style. It is nestled among a cluster of forty small cabanas. Its features include a queen bed, a deluxe full size lay-z-boy pullout sleeper sofa with additional air mattress topper, and a kitchenette. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the amenities of home. The maximum occupancy is three people. The Shaker has four outside decks, the top decks has an amazing ocean view! Recipe for the perfect beach getaway: Just add Rum!

You can take your morning coffee with you on a stroll along the beach. While away the days in the hunt for the perfect sea shells. Watch the dolphins play in and out of the waves. Rig up a fishing pole and talk fish tales with the locals. Or grab your surf board and catch the perfect wave.

You are at the end of the Outer Banks island chain with not a care in the world. Hatteras Time. Come and enjoy. Relax, leave your worries behind. It's all good on the water!

For more information and photos please visit our website! It's on the link below!

(The Lost Shaker of Salt is smoke-free. We are sorry, but we do not accept pet rentals.)

During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, balcony and living room
Free WiFi
Just a 3-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and a 3-minute drive from Hatteras Village Welcome Center

Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2 offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Hatteras cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Erin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near the marina
Near the ocean

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Property does not allow children
Unit size: 260 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2 Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Kelcey L.

18 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Break

Great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy R.

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick getaway

We enjoyed our stay however when we did encounter an issue (the AC stopped working on our last day) We could not get in touch with host. I left two messages and called once and was never contacted. We left a note for the cleaners so that hopefully it would get to the host and the issue could be fixed prior to new renters coming in.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabana Stay

We have a wonderful week staying in Log Shaker of Salt. The good far outweighed the bad. Minor bads: The Two large stove burners didn’t work, CD player didn’t work “nocd” code for multiple disks. No problem for us, as we don’t usually watch TV on vacation. They can use a high table on top deck for snacks and drinks while watching the sunset. Overall fine vacation. with Netflix and Prime.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little cabana

I loved the little cabana. Very close to the beach and cabana was attractive and clean. Didn’t have any communications with the host but didn’t need them as instructions were very clear on VRBO site and did get the needed final check in instructions three days before my checkin date which was exactly what it said on Vrbo site. I would come back to the cabanas.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kelly G.

14 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

In Need Of Repairs & Maintenance

The owner(s) of unit #22 have not maintained it. The pictures have to be 10+ years old. They furniture on the main deck is falling apart; we could not use the table and benches at all. The other furniture needs a good cleaning. The rooftop deck should not be used; the structural bolts are completely rusted and while we were there, part of that decking fell off and landed on the deck below right in front of the entrance to the home. The first floor “tiki bar” area was a complete mess; it is dirty and has not been maintained. Inside the house was okay; however, it is in need of maintenance as well. The kitchen faucet leaks and the bed is HORRIBLE. I messaged the “host” however I have not received a response.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda K.

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabana

Small, cute cabana. Just what we needed for a few days away, with all that you need to enjoy your vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mari F.

7 May 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Read all the reviews for this place disaster

No communication until a fire alarm was going off. Attempted communication for almost a month to my stay. Erin L refused to respond to emails, voice calls, and text messages not only thru me but from vrbo until we message saying their for alarm was disconnected due to continued beeping. VRBO couldn't resolve any issues because Erin would not respond to any contact. The decks were dirty and nasty. The top balcony was unsafe, The outside table was broken and the bar below the place was so filthy we couldn't use it. You are in the 7th cabana from the walk way to get to the beach. The pictures are misleading and they obvously have no pride in their property. Trash was in the parking area and storage. The fridge got extremely hot, which means it's about to go. The floor inside was dirty. The blind was damaged. Even their neighbor who owns the property right next door said every guest complains about Erin and her 2 properties there and lack of communication or giving a care about their needs. This was our honeymoon and all the ongoing issues and stressed that was added on by Erin refusal to respond. I Messaged her numbers today to complain directly to her once again about not responding and she threatened me with a complaint against me? Lol. I have already filed a consumer complaint against her and vrbo, in the process of filling Better business bureau complaints in Hatteras as well as Virginia Beach where they reside.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY B.

16 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini vacation

Overall was amazing. Only complaint is water pressure wasn’t greatest and the shower was tricky but the rest was perfect!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoneek M.

29 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful stay

There were things owner could update or put in the cabana. But overall it was an amazing stay and I would stay again in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

The cabana was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Everyone in the area, the group of cabanas, were very friendly, neighborly and had good fishing advice. The owner was available and quick to respond to questions we had. It was a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Donna S.

21 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A great vacation.

We had a wonderful stay. In spite of a few mishaps. The community was very pleasant. Everywhere we traveled in the area all of the people were very polite and had lots to share. There is no need to be concerned about safety however, always just be cautious about your surroundings. We ventured out with our bikes for several days to check out our neighborhood. We even did two boat rides. The first was a mini cruise to see the sunset beautiful. The other was to go fishing. We definitely will return to this place again.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H., Garrettsville, ohio

11 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful view

Our cabana was so clean and cute. Loved everything about it. Great view of the ocean from the top deck. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

27 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Fabulous place, wonderful view of the beach and very peaceful. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaye M.

27 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Much needed change of scenery and relaxation!

We ABSOLUTELY loved it...BUT...We were under the impression from the online photos and description was that our Cabana was Oceanfront and Beachfront....online had us to believe our porch stepped right on to the beach...the Cabana was actually 5 or 6 cabanas away from the beach....All that being said...WE TRULY ENJOYED OUR STAY!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia B.

5 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation issues

Upon arrival we could not gain entry to unit. Placed a call to owner/manager. Did not receive return call. After we figured out the lock (which had wrong instructions) and finally got in, we discovered that we didn't have any TV. Another unanswered call to owner/manager. We were forced to watching TV on our phones. Since it was New Years Day we knew we had to deal with it. Being a former property manager/ owner myself this was a perfect example of what I strove not to become -- a totally rude and unresponsive property owner. One that cares about one thing and one thing only-- the mighty dollar. There were several other items that needed attention but we'll just let them go.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

14 Dec 2022

Needs some upkeep

Property needs some maintenance done to it,front door didn't have a deadbolt and the strike plate wasn't secure.Property could easily been broken in to,needs several boards replaced or screwed in to place.Overall not bad for the money.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Calvin L.

2 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip 2022

The cabana was nice and clean just the perfect size would stay again although the bath room sink wouldn’t drain and the pots and pans could be upgraded all in all it’s a nice place to stay

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

april d.

14 Oct 2022

Oct 2022 stay

We spent 5 nights at the cabana. We liked the location and for the most part the stay was great. The property could use a little updating. The bed skirt is very dirty but the bed was comfortable. The bathroom sink is very very slow to drain. The deck has some loose boards and we couldn’t use any of the other furniture due to being covered with algae. Just needs good power wash. The crows nest chairs are newer and comfortable but the steps become slick if wet due to algae. The counters, fridge, floors good be cleaned better upon our arrival but for the price you can’t beat the place. We enjoyed the beach, fresh seafood and just relaxing this week.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

roger c., Nanticoke, MD

8 Oct 2022

Pay Attention to Past Reviews

The Cabana was pretty much what we expected. Walkway to the beach was great. You could see a glimpse of the ocean and the sunset from the roof deck. Two great chairs on the roof deck. For the most part the cabana was clean. There were broken tortilla chips in the bottom of one of the cabinets. I choose to line the cabinets with paper towels. WiFi and TV service was terrible, BUT this could have been because of hurricane Ian, Our biggest issue was the clogged drain in the bathroom sink. We had to use the kitchen sink. This issue WAS mentioned in a previous review at the end of August. There is no excuse for not responding quickly to a known problem. We would not rent this unit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Y.

6 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Relaxing Getaway

My husband and I spent a glorious week walking on the beach and relaxing on the beach and enjoying time on the upstairs deck. Lost shaker of Salt was just perfect. It had everything we needed. We hope to go back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Carla M.

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Lost shaker of salt

Such a cute little cabana in a great location. Would have loved it more if it was directly on the beach. The neighbors were pleasant and not too loud. The only negative was that the pull out couch did not have a mattress to sleep on. There was a blow up topper that did not have a pump for it so one person had to sleep on the couch as is all week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Mechelle B.

25 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Not as good as the rest

I have stayed at the Hatteras Cabanas in the past - each time a different cabana. This was the 3rd cabana I had rented and did not find it up to par with the previous rentals. In attempting to contact the owner - she did not reply to VRBO messages and so I had to text her, and then had to text her again to get an actual answer. This was very disheartening. Upon arrival the place was clean enough but there were several details that when comparing to other places I stayed - made it evident that this rental is not a priority. Bathroom lights over the sink were out, there was NO STOVE (if this was in the description, I missed it and would never have thought that a STOVE was an item i had to check on), Curtains covering the slider were so sheer that at night - i was very uncomfortable feeling like neighbors could see inside - *(fortunately I had a sheet that I hung up over it), the mattress cover was stained and ripped as I used my own sheets so I saw this, the outside hose did not have an attachment so it was useless when trying to spray anything clean, the outside "gardens" were unkempt, the outside "tiki" bar had garbage behind it amongst the overgrown "garden" - and finally - the DOOR DID NOT LOCK!! I finally noticed this at the end of the week as I just kept using the key code but never actually pushed the door to see if it locked and it did NOT - and before I am told I needed to pull harder or flip the switch on the back = I did ALL these things and more and you could just turn the handle, push and go in!! INSANE!!! When the owner puts in the description that they may not have supplies for you because they are from out of town - that's your first clue that this property is not attended to. I would not stay in this cabana again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cozy and relaxing

The check in process was super easy, location is perfect with the ocean view on the third story. Loved being able to hear the waves from our unit. Would definitely book a stay here again next time we visit!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022