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Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!

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A spacious living room with a large gray sofa, a striped chair, and a wooden ceiling fan.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. There are bar stools and a window above the sink.
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a covered deck, and a fenced yard.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a television, a small table, and a window with a view of trees.
A deck with a wooden table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a house with teal siding.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Located near the sea, this 3-bedroom cottage accommodates 6 guests. It features a patio for outdoor relaxation and offers water sports activities. Adventure seekers will enjoy tubing, windsurfing, and kayaking, while nearby attractions include Ocean Air Sports and Studio 12. The stay is also pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Outer Banks Beaches
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Avon, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Studio 12
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room (Twin over Double)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!

Welcome to Finlandia! Finlandia is a dog-friendly Avon oceanside cottage ready for you and your family to enjoy. Finlandia has its roots in - you guessed it - Finland. Read to the bottom to learn more.

Finlandia is near local shopping, dining, grocery, and watersports. And of course, Finlandia is just steps away from one of the nicest (and widest) beaches on Hatteras Island, giving you access to endless beach days during your stay! Finlandia is also located about 1 mile north of the Avon Pier.

Inside Finlandia, you'll be greeted by an open living area complete with a flat-screen Smart TV and seating for the whole crew. When it's time for meals, the kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals during your stay including stainless steel appliances, a stocked kitchen, and both traditional and Keurig coffee makers. With breakfast bar seating for 4 along with a flip top table inside with additional seating.

Even better? Take advantage the beautiful Hatteras Island weather and dine on the large private sundeck at the picnic table with seating for 6! The entire deck is NEW for 2026 and has ample seating.

At Finlandia, each bedroom is perfect for you to relax and unwind after a fun-filled day on the Outer Banks. Additional amenities at Finlandia include an electric Blackstone grill, outdoor shower, fish cleaning table, park style grill, Nest thermostat, and high-speed WiFi provided by Silicon Travel with concierge service.

A little history:

All beams for the home were manufactured in Kokkola, Finland by a company named Bothniahouse. Bothniahouse was known for building log homes, still popular to this day in Finland. The logs made their way to the US and Finlandia was built on site in Avon. It reportedly may be the only home on the island like it.

While the home has been updated, some of the original features and details remain. All inside walls and ceilings are the original wood beams, In the back bedroom, you will even see the back of a stone fireplace that was at one time a centerpiece of the home. The laundry room was at one time a sauna room. If you look closely outside the home above the main door area, you will still see an exposed beam that has the original stamp from Kokkola, Finland and Bothniahouse.

We hope you enjoyed reading about this little piece of history here on Hatteras Island.

Check out https://finlandiaobx.com/ to learn more.

Enjoy your stay at our home!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Text our maintenance / cleaning staff at 252-489-9124 upon departure so we can prepare our home for our next guest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rentals are weekly (Sun to Sun) starting mid-May through mid-September. 3 night minimum otherwise.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3584063vb
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 by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Avon, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avon Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Air Sports - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Studio 12 - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Avon Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Froggy Dog - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tico Taco - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Uglie Mugs - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach! on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$860, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Avon Beach. Ocean Air Sports and Pamlico Sound are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, very clean. Friendly and responsive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thanks, Mike. Hope to host you all again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our family and our pups. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
Thank you, Eric. It was a pleasure hosting you all. A guests. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. Very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind review, Darby! It was great hosting you this summer. We hope to host you again in 2027!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great stay! Host was so responsive and lovely to work with. The house is beachy/rustic but it was very on brand and we thought it was so cute. We loved the layout- perfect for a couple, just the right amount of space. Deck was great we loved the chairs, didn’t use the grill, but cooked the whole time. Bring mosquito repellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thanks for the kind review, Josephine! Yes, the mosquitoes are out in full force on the island this year, I guess with all the rain. Hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location, and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, comfortable and clean little house. Takes about 6 minutes to get out to the water. There was a nice umbrella and several good beach chairs available as well as boogie boards and skim boards and a beach dolly to get it all about there if you want. Good neighborhood across the road for dog walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review, Clint. It was nice hosting you all . Appreciate the feedback and hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay at Finlandia! The host was communicative and accommodating! We loved the cozy, beachy feel to this property and were so thankful that we could bring our dog ! We could even walk to our favorite ice cream spot of the week - Sisters! The house was very clean and had everything we needed to have a great stay here ! We will definitely consider staying at Finlandia again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you, Maggie! You all were amazing guests and we hope to see you in the future! And thanks for the ice cream endorsement - need to add them to our website! - Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Finlandia is beautiful and exactly as pictured! The kitchen has everything you need and more. The beds are comfortable, multiple TVs are appreciated, and the dog-friendliness is amazing. We were able to check in earlier than expected, had wonderful communication from the host, and had zero issues. If we come back to Avon, we will book Finlandia again! Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
Thank you, Molly. It was a pleasure hosting you all and your pup! Looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained, great communication, easy walk to beach. Will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly as listed. Tastefully decorated and just our style! Felt like the perfect beach getaway that it was. Kitchen was well stocked. We were able to bring our dog, who also had a great time :)The owner was great with communication, very responsive and easy check in.I loved the cleanliness of this home. It’s so much easier to relax and feel at home when the house is clean. Quiet neighborhood and a quick, easy walk to the beach. Great porch and new chairs to relax on the porch. Could have used another week! Highly recommend and would definitely return. Thank you Ken!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind feedback. We enjoyed hosting your family, including your pup. We hope to host you again in the future! - Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Property has everything you need for the week and then some. Owner was very responsive and made sure we were good for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Thank you, Michael. It was a pleasure hosting you and hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time to the outer banks and this was such a great house. It was in a great location and perfect for our family. It is very well equipped and nicely renovated.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great access to beach and coffee!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The home was very clean, comfortable, and truly pet-friendly. Communication with the owner was quick and helpful. We definitely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2025
Thank you, Elizabeth. We enjoyed hosting your crew and happy to hear you enjoyed your stay before the tropical weather arrived. Looking forward to hosting you all again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great stay- Jen communicated well- property as described
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Thank you for choosing Finlandia! You were such a fantastic guest and we look forward to having you again! - Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property, very comfortable. owner very approachable. kitchen has updated appliances and the neighborhood is quite nice and close to the beach.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2025
Thank you, Garry! Appreciate the feedback. Loved having you for a few weeks and hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent vacation!

Cozy, comfortable stay and a great location for walking to the beach. Other amenities within close driving or walking distance. The house had most of everything we would have needed. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Finlandia was clean and exactly as advertised. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a small family and a dog or two! The house has a great history and is very well equipped, especially the kitchen. Short walk to the beach and a nice low traffic street to walk your pets. We will definitely be renting Finlandia again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for the kind comments, Samuel! We enjoyed hosting your family. Looking forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space that was perfect for me and my small family. Truly an amazing experience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
Your family was a pleasure to host. Glad you had an opportunity to make it down to Avon. Hope to see you all again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn’t have asked for a better trip. The house was wonderful, spotless and decorated beautifully. The newly updated deck was a great place to hang out, with sufficient privacy from the surrounding trees. It was an easy two minute walk to a great, wide beach. Perfect for long walks in the offseason. The owner, Ken, was in constant communication throughout and was always willing to help with anything. Such an amazing experience. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2026
Thank you for the kind review, Gordon. You were truly amazing guests and appreciated the responsiveness before and during your stay. You took care of the place as if it were your own. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach house

Very clean and short walk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Ken was very kind and helpful. The house had everything we needed and more. It was like living at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute house! Well stocked with essentials and some extras, and communication from the owner throughout the week to make sure everything was okay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ken Jordan

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We are Ken and Todd, two long-time friends and work colleagues. We have both enjoyed the Outer Banks (and Hatteras) for many years as visitors. In 2019, we decided to buy our first beach home to share with our families and make available much of the year for guests. We hope you enjoy Finlandia as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

One of the best beaches in all of Hatteras with a private walk to the beach at the end of the road and a well-established dune system. And, some of the best neighbors you can imagine. Perfect location near shops, restaurants, and grocery stores and an easy drive the Hatteras lighthouse, the Pier, and some of the best fishing in the country.

What makes this property unique

The most unique home on Hatteras Island. Basically, a tongue and groove log home built on-site and manufactured in Finland. Nothing like it. Not a single sheet of drywall in the entire home. Check out the guest guide at the home to see historical pictures.

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English

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