Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach! - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 3141 square feet

Graley Cottage exudes all the appeal of a classic beach bungalow from the 50’s but has been modernized and elegantly furnished to include all the modern amenities. Just a short walk from the deck over the dunes to the beach and surf, Graley Cottage is oceanfront in a peaceful family neighborhood on a cul-de-sac in the highly beautiful Club Colony area of Atlantic Beach. It features 6 bedrooms (including two separate master suites), 6 baths, 3 separate family/tv areas (great for when the kids want to watch their own movies and ground floor playroom has a couch pull out queen bed so can serve as 7th bedroom), a cavernous oceanfront family room and adjoining roomy dining room for your family gatherings, and a marvelous deck for appreciating the dunes and ocean vistas

The bungalow is equipped with high speed internet , wireless internet, phone, Hulu live service, a 55 inch OLED 4K UHD Intelligent Tizen TV in the first floor family room, a 32 inch Intelligent TV in the upstairs family room and 42 inch OLED HD Intelligent TV in ground floor playroom. Each of the bedrooms and common areas have a 10 inch tablet for your entertainment convenience. There is ample outdoor parking for up to 5 cars.

The first floor exterior features a sizable covered beach side porch and sun deck with dining table, dining chairs and rocking chairs ideal for enjoying that first cup of coffee in the morning and for calming sunset dinners or late nighttime drinks. While you are relaxing on the deck, the kids can play in the swings, swinging bench or hammock below. The first floor exterior also features a covered street side porch ideal for just hanging out in the rocking chairs. Both beach side and street side porches are connected by a delightful wraparound deck (938 sq ft decking).

The interior first floor consists of the spacious family room and master bedroom (with a Queen bed and ensuite bath with tub & shower) both overlooking the beach, two additional bedrooms (each with a Queen bed) that share a jack & jill full bath with walk-in shower, another smaller study/bedroom with a twin bed and a close by full bath with tub & shower, a handsome entirely-equipped kitchen with bespoke made cabinetry and granite counter tops which opens to the dining room.

The second floor features a second master bedroom with a queen bed, ensuite bath with walk-in shower, and walk-in closet and nice expansive ocean vistas, a second bedroom with two double beds (and a fold out twin in the closet) and a close by full bath with a tub & shower, and a second family room ideal for kids to hang out and play or watch tv. These upstairs rooms are outfitted with books for all age levels.

The street level features a utility room with washer/dryer, packed beach bags and a enormous playroom with couch pull away queen bed, intelligent TV, bath with 2 walk-in showers and bathroom. The playroom is supplied with games and crafts to entertain the kids. There is an adjoining garage with a second refrigerator/freezer, a huge Weber gas grille, a Weber charcoal grille, a huge storage area with road bicycles, beach toys, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, outdoor games and related beach gear. Outside the garage beachside are more beach toys, kayak, 2 paddle boards, long board, body boards and an outside shower with hot/cold water- good for post beach showering.

In short, Graley Cottage is the ideal place for family fun where you can appreciate all the ocean has to offer from just a shells throw from the surf. You will want to return every year.

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this cottage is on the beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Mount Maker Charters. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Vacation rental home tips:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To get the best value, consider shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines contain deals for local tours and attractions.

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• Choose your vacation week and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach! has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually available online. If they are not listed, email the property manager before you book the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is suitable for your vacation.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pet restrictions before booking.
• If there's a particular Crystal Coast attraction you love, look for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would back home.
• At Check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.