Cozy Fishing Cottage w/ water access, minutes from Hatteras National Seashore

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Avon, NC

Avon Fishing Pier2 min drive
Hatteras Island Boardsports2 min drive
Surf's Up4 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Freckled Dog Fishing Cottage
Cozy Fishing Cottage, nestled in the heart of Cape Hatteras National Seashore
We’ve fallen in love with this cozy cottage and we think you will too. Conveniently located in Avon Village in the middle of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, it offers easy day trips to Oregon Inlet or Hatteras Village for deep sea fishing excursions or sightseeing trips to Cape Point, Hatteras Light or Ocracoke.
However, once you discover all that Avon has to offer, you might never want to leave! We are a short drive (5 minutes) away from public access to the National Seashore-discover and enjoy the beauty and the wildness of the Outer Banks. Shelling, fishing, swimming and surfing are minutes away. If kiteboarding and windsurfing interest you, the Freckled Dog is a 10 minute drive to Canadian Hole, famous for wind sports, on the sound side.
Having a canal in our backyard provides easy access for your kayak or paddle-board or just enjoying a quiet view of the water from our all-season porch and our upper and lower decks. We are a short walk away from Avon Harbor, where you can take a fishing charter or family fun charter (Tightlinez) on the sound. The harbor is also a great spot for viewing sunsets or grabbing some oysters from Kinnakeet Oyster Company.
Got bikes-bring them! The flatness of the National Seashore provides easy bike rides for everyone. Ride around the village of Avon and grab some ice cream. Or take a ride to the Avon Pier and check out what folks are catching. If longer rides interest you, ride all the way down to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and explore the grounds there.
Whether you spend your day playing in the surf and sand or just relaxing in the sun, you’ll enjoy quiet evenings at the Freckled Dog, either on the porch with beautiful night views of the canal or tucked up inside, with the sounds of the ocean off in the distance.
You’ll want to get a good night’s sleep in one of our four comfy beds, so you’ll wake up in time to catch the sunrise over the ocean with your morning coffee, tea or juice and begin the fun all over again!

A few things to note:
Renters can plan to bring their own linens and towels (2 queen beds and 2 twin beds) or choose to rent them from Hatteras Island Helping Hands (https://hatterashelpinghands.com/linen-towel-order/). Kitchen towels, sponges and hot pads are provided.

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Avon

Located in Avon, this cottage is on the waterfront. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Avon Fishing Pier and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Avon, NC

What's nearby

Studio 12 - 17 min walk
Avon Fishing Pier - 2 min drive
Hatteras Island Boardsports - 2 min drive
Surf's Up - 4 min drive
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 16 min drive

Getting around

Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 176 min drive

Restaurants

The Froggy Dog - 3 min drive
Diamond Shoals - 12 min drive
Bros Sandwich Shack - 5 min drive
Dirty Dick's Crab House - 5 min drive
Oceana's Bistro - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Fishing Cottage w/ water access, minutes from Hatteras National Seashore pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy Fishing Cottage w/ water access, minutes from Hatteras National Seashore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Fishing Cottage w/ water access, minutes from Hatteras National Seashore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Fishing Cottage w/ water access, minutes from Hatteras National Seashore located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kinnakeet Clay Works and Outer Banks Beaches. Studio 12 and Avon Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Ken V.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cleanliness

Animal hair on the kitchen floor and carpet that we easily swept and vacuumed ourselves.

Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

24 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Avon

We booked a 9-day stay in Avon at the Freckled Dog and were so pleased with our choice. The house is located within easy reach of many fun activities we like to do while in the Outer Banks. The house is very cute and clean and was one of the most well-stocked rental homes we have ever seen. Our host provided so many nice amenities that made us feel very welcome, from toiletries to complimentary treats for our dog to cute little keepsakes to take home as mementos of a great beach trip. The kitchen was extremely well-provisioned for any cooking need and the outdoor shower was the best end of a day in the water. The neighborhood is extremely quiet and the neighbors we met were all extremely friendly. Overall, it was a great stay and made our time in the Outer Banks that much more enjoyable.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert w.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Freckled Dog

Nice and quiet.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OBX RULES!

The house was clean and well kept. The location was great for fishing. My family had a great time and will definitely b back.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin E.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Great property. Great location. Clean, and well equipped. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Your host

Our family has always loved vacationing on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore-it offers something for everyone. We have family in Avon and have found this place truly magical and a little on the wild side (an untamed beach town). When this property became available, we knew we wanted it as a retreat for ourselves, but we also wanted to share it with others! We think we've created a comfortable home for everyone looking for some special time at the beach. Our hope is that the Freckled Dog feels as much like home to you as it does to us and that you enjoy the beauty, serenity and excitement of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore during your stay here.

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