Kitty Hawk, NC, United States

WIE Houses: Pod Zeus – Where Water Meets Wonder!

Tiny Living, Big Personality! Blackbeard’s treasure may be lost to history, but your unforgettable memories start here. This cozy pod, part of the artistic and sustainable WIE Village, is built from locally sourced, repurposed OBX materials, blending rustic charm with minimalist design. Nestled beside 1,600 acres of untouched nature preserve and just 2 miles from the beach, it’s the perfect getaway for nature lovers, creatives, and anyone seeking peace, inspiration, and coastal adventure.

2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bathroom

Good to know

This space adopted a Sea Otter - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful species! Eco-Chic Tiny Retreat - Nature Meets Creativity! Welcome to Pod Zeus, a one-of-a-kind, eco-conscious escape for two in the heart of the OBX! The WIE House - Pod Zeus is a 324 sq. ft. combination of mostly re-purposed wood from several houses, that have been torn down to make room for bigger beach houses has a fantastic beachy feel to it, and though it has a small foot print the space is anything but small, and a fireplace to take the chill off. The WIE Village is SO very unique it made it into the 2016 OBX Parade of Homes...learn more about the amenities and layouts by Googling "Parade of Homes OBX 2016" and go to House #11 ! Look forward to having you to one of the most unique properties you will ever stay in!!!! 🛏️ Traveling with a group? Book Pod Messi and/or the Main House (also under my profile) to expand your stay without losing the vibe. ✨ Want to learn the story behind WIE Village? Search “WIE House, Virginian-Pilot” and discover the vision that built this magical place.

House Rules

I expect all guest to have a blast !! AND respect the house, property and neighbors, as if they were at their own homestead! Detailed house rules will be sent to you via AirBNB message as soon as your reservation is confirmed. If you have questions about these prior to booking please do ask your host!

Other Details to Note

This is a beautiful waterfront location, and it may change your attitude for ever. Below is the story behind the WIE Village ! With green building in mind, we look to reuse and re-purpose materials that are left over from building large homes to create The WIE House. The first WIE House location is in an environmentally critical area, The Outer Banks (OBX) of North Carolina. This concept is not unique to the OBX, as we would like to see it grow to any location where there are leftover materials on the job-site. Whether it be a remodel job or new construction, the benefits to this project are the use of leftover building materials, resulting in less forest destruction, filling of landfills, all while cutting expenses for all involved! The WIE House is small in physical size, but big in quality of living. The WIE House is built to be as maintenance-free, and as energy-efficient as possible; including environmentally friendly items such as, metal roofs, rain water wine barrels to water landscaping, passive solar energy to maintain all exterior lighting, and all permeable walkways to prevent runoff to name a few! A walkway will wind you up to the house that sits atop a hill and because lot clearing is kept to a minimum no driving of vehicles allowed on the lot. Another goal of The WIE House concept is for local municipalities to get on board and see the value of higher density houses on property as opposed to the single Mega-Home! The first WIE House was built on a lot owned by Jim Douglas on the Roanoke Sound, bordering the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest and will be available for rent via AirBNB Spring 2017. Jim Douglas, The WIE House Founder

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Location features

  • Beach access
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Waterfront

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Cleaning before checkout
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

The WIE Village borders the KITTY HAWK MARITIME FOREST!  Experience the seclusion of the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve as you kayak along this amber creek under a canopy of Live Oaks and Red Maples. Just a stone’s throw from Kitty Hawk Road and The WIE Village, this trip offers a special look into the forest reserves that still exist on the Outer Banks. While kayaking, Kitty Hawk Kayak guide teaches you about maritime forests and the diverse terrestrial biomes that make up our barrier island. This kayak tour is great for all skill levels from beginners to seasoned veterans. The shelter provided by the tall trees of the forest keeps the water here calm, even on windy days.

Guest Access

You will have the whole Pod to yourself, and your guests! The Pod is outfitted with a retro fridge and freezer, a microwave and pod style coffee maker. You will also have access to the sound (weather permitting) and a tandem kayak. (The kayak is available on a first-come first-serve basis as it can be used by any guests staying at the WIE Village.) *Special Discount for our guests on beach rental supplies & set up between Duck to South Nags Head! Any Questions - please ask your host! *Discount to Local Favorite Restaurant!

Reviews

Brenda
September 2025 · Airbnb
I’ve traveled to the OBX of NC MANY times in my 64 years of life and have stayed in cottages, beach houses, motels.campgrounds, etc , HOWEVER this tiny house down a dirt road in Kitty Hawk took my breath away!! If you desire quiet surroundings, nature (we drove past a grazing deer along the dirt road!)…. And a beautiful view out back as well as rustic charm, I’d recommend this really cute place!
Seth
August 2025 · Airbnb
Got to have a nice getaway and lots of adventuring! Would recommend especially if you like peaceful and relaxing places. Me and my girlfriend took their kayak out for the sunset and it was amazing!
Ashley
July 2025 · Airbnb
Great Airbnb! Had a memorable experience! I definitely recommend this to anyone visiting the outer banks! We will definitely be back! The hosts communicate well and are very friendly. The Airbnb is very spacious, modern, and cute. 10/10 recommend.
Martha
July 2025 · Airbnb
This is hands down my favorite place for peace and quiet. It is down a packed dirt road with beautiful homes on the way. It’s on the water and the frogs sang their hearts out at night, which was lovely. The shower is great, kitchen had everything we needed and the king bed was very comfortable. We loved the artistic touches throughout.

Find us

Bike/Walk from The WIE Village down gravel road that leads to Kitty Hawk town sidewalk for safe transportation leading to local grocery, seafood, shops, beach, etc!  Local Taxi/Uber if needed!

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