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 remodeled and charmingly 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 roomy oceanfront family room and adjoining cavernous dining room for your family gatherings, and a awesome 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 huge 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 beverages. 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 pretty 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 supplied with books for all age levels.

The street level features a utility room with washer/dryer, packed beach bags and a sizable playroom with couch pull away queen bed, intelligent TV, bath with 2 walk-in showers and bathroom. The playroom is outfitted 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 enormous 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

Strategies for getting the perfect rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• In the Morehead City area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Book your Morehead City vacation in Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Morehead City visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Planning and choosing the right Morehead City rental:

• To start, have your group choose vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach! has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, call the property owner before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your phone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let thieves spoil your vacation.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon your arrival. text the host right away to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a great stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.