The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 18
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 2950 square feet

The Exum beach bungalow on Atlantic Beach, NC, is a family home with a three-generation history. Each generation has added photographs, books and original works of art, all of which give the bungalow its unique character. Constructed in 1948, when there was only one other bungalow on Club Colony Drive, the home was restored after Hurricane Hazel in 1954 and extensively remodeled in 2022.

Located on the beach front and surrounded by a garden of native plants, dune grasses and herbs, the home features a hammock for calming over the sand, a front porch with rocking chairs on the second level and a spectacular expansive ocean view from the third-floor master suite.

With five bedrooms and three baths, the home comfortably sleeps twelve The warmth and appeal of a traditional NC beach bungalow are complemented by modren modern amenities, including WiFi, four flat-screen TVs, Bluetooth wireless technology, an EV charger with/Tesla adapter and solar array that supplies electricity for the entire home with battery back up.

The entrance to the first level is a chart room with maps of the local terrain and waterways, guide books for planning excursions and a sitting area. The ground-level bunk room has its own bath, as well as access to an outdoor shower. On the second floor are three thematically decorated bedrooms with a shared bath, an refreshed, well-equipped kitchen and an open living-dining room. The third floor is furnished with an eclectic mix of mid-century modern and vintage campaign furnishings, family memorabilia, richly colored textiles and art objects from around the world.

Visitors have use of a laundry room, indoor and outdoor games, bicycles, a
charcoal grille, beach chairs and floats, making the Exum beach bungalow ideal for a family vacation. Or the newly updated master suite, with a coffee and wine bar, a surround-sound stereo system and roomy bath, is the ideal setting for a charming get-away.

During the summer months, the bungalow is available for week-long bookings only that start and end on a Sunday. The cost for linens and bath towels is $25/per bed. The bungalow has 9 beds: 1 king, 4 queens, 1 double, 1 top bunk, 1 trundle twin and one rolling twin cot. The property is equipped with exterior Ring cameras for security.

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this cottage is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Anchorage Marina and Triple S Marina. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Getting the best Crystal Coast vacation home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Summer time is high season in Atlantic Beach. To book the best rental home within budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Crystal Coast restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have discounts for local accommodations and attractions.

Finding the best vacation home in Atlantic Beach:

• Begin by choosing the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking pages. If not, call the property management company before reserving your home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish what is optimal for your trip.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your agreement.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact info to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To make certain damages aren't linked to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. message the property manager right away to record any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.