Kitty Hawk, NC, United States

Discover Waterfront Bliss | Main WIE House

Eco-Inspired Getaway | Nature Meets Artistry! Blackbeard’s gold may be lost to history, but your unforgettable memories start at the Main WIE House, the heart of the handcrafted WIE Village. This artistic, eco-friendly retreat was built using repurposed OBX materials, blending sustainability with timeless Outer Banks charm. Just 2 miles from the beach and backing 1,600 acres of protected nature, it’s a one-of-a-kind spot for peace, creativity, and true coastal adventure!

4 guests
2 bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms

Good to know

This space adopted a Giant Tortoise- Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful endangered species! The WIE House offers a peaceful & inspiring setting for couples, families, or creatives seeking a break from the ordinary. This 1200 square feet home is a combination of mostly re-purposed wood from several houses, that have been torn down to make room for bigger beach houses. It has a fantastic beachy feel to it, and though it has a small footprint the feeling is spacious. Includes a fireplace to take the chill off. The WIE House 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!!!! 🌿 Want more space? For larger groups, reserve Pod Messi and/or Pod Zeus—two cozy companion rentals also available under my profile. ✨ Curious about the story behind WIE Village? Search “WIE House, Virginian-Pilot” to explore the vision that brought this one-of-a-kind place to life.

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! This is a smoke free house. Quiet hours are 10:30 p and before 8am. Broken or damaged items will be the guest's financial responsibility. 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 became available for rent via AirBNB during Spring 2017. Jim Douglas, The WIE House Founder

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

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

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

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

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

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

Kitchen and dining

  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove

Location features

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

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Garden or backyard
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

  • Cleaning before checkout
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure

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 main house to yourself and your guests, including GOURMET Kitchen with a drip-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

Audrey
December 2025 · Airbnb
This was one of the most beautiful settings for an air bnb that I’ve ever stayed at! The views were incredible. We loved watching the sunset over the sound every night and the birds in the morning. The house was very cozy and just as described.
Casie
August 2025 · Airbnb
My family and I had a wonderful stay! The house is nicely done and so comfortable. I loved that we could explore different areas of the Outer Banks, with this perfect location, then come back and relax without tourist and traffic. Just quiet nature to wind down and wake up. Gia did a wonderful job communicating everything I needed to know, from start to finish. She was very helpful the whole stay, and very quick to respond. Would definitely recommend to friends, and I will keep it in my favorites.
Brian
August 2025 · Airbnb
This was a place that me and my family would return to. Absolutely gorgeous property in and out. Gia was great with communication on normal and miniscule details. Very friendly and accommodating hosts. Location is 5 minutes or less from any or everything. Great vacation!!!!

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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