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Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!

Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!

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Wonderful views from deck!
First Floor Family Room for gathering, relaxing or watching TV
Upstairs Queen Master Bedroom w/ lovely ocean views and Ensuite Bath (bedroom 5)
Steps to walkway to beach
Gorgeous Views from upstairs Queen Master Bedroom (bedroom 5)

Overview of Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12292 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Atlantic Beach, NC
  • Popular LocationAnchorage Marina9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTriple S Marina18 min walk
  • Popular LocationFort Macon State Park3 min drive
  • AirportJacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Sofa Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!

Graley Cottage exudes all the charm of a classic beach cottage from the 50’s but has been renovated and beautifully furnished to include all the modern conveniences. Just a short walk from the deck over the dunes to the beach and surf, Graley Cottage is oceanfront in a quiet family neighborhood on a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable 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 sofa pull out queen bed so can serve as 7th bedroom), a spacious oceanfront family room and adjoining spacious dining room for your family gatherings, and a fabulous deck for enjoying the dunes and ocean views

The cottage is equipped with high speed internet , wireless internet, telephone, DVD players, Hulu live service and Disney Plus, a 55 inch UHD LED Smart TV in the first floor family room, a 32 inch Smart TV in the upstairs family room and 42 inch HD Smart 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 large covered beach side porch and sun deck with dining table, dining chairs and rocking chairs perfect for enjoying that first cup of coffee in the morning and for relaxing sunset dinners or late night cocktails. 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 perfect for just hanging out in the rocking chairs. Both beach side and street side porches are connected by a lovely 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 nearby full bath with tub & shower, a beautiful fully-equipped kitchen with custom 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 panoramic ocean views, a second bedroom with two double beds (and a fold out twin in the closet) and a nearby full bath with a tub & shower, and a second family room perfect for kids to hang out and play or watch tv. These upstairs rooms are stocked with books for all age levels.

The street level features a utility room with washer/dryer, packed beach bags and a large playroom with sofa pull away queen bed, blow up queen air mattress, smart TV, bath with 2 walk-in showers and bathroom. The playroom is stocked with games and crafts to entertain the kids. There is an adjoining garage with a second refrigerator/freezer, a large Weber gas grill, a Weber charcoal grill, a large 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, boogie boards and an outside shower with hot/cold water- good for post beach showering.

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

Property manager

Stephanie Kuykendall
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smokers are subject to loss of damage deposit.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Atlantic Beach

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. Travelling with kids? Consider Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Mount Maker Charters. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Anchorage Marina - 9 min walk
  • Triple S Marina - 18 min walk
  • Fort Macon State Park - 3 min drive
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 3 min drive
  • Morehead City Port - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 29 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • AB Bottle Co. - 3 min drive
  • Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Seafood Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Tackle Box Tavern - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Retreat in Atlantic Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Anchorage Marina and Triple S Marina. Fort Macon State Park and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Stayed with my family for our sons wedding at Dunes Club. Accurate description. Loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Property was perfect. Lots of room and amenities. A classic beach cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebration for fathers 80th birthday
We chose this home for an extended family weekend to celebrate my fathers 80th birthday. As this is the first birthday after my mother passed away in December of 2022 (after 59 years of marriage), this time away as a family group was extremely important for all of us. Thank you for providing your lovely home as it was the perfect setting. There was absolutely nothing that could have been better for the family healing and celebration of our patriarch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Trip
House Delivers every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P., Apex, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charm and Amenities Galore
We invited our adult children 5 grandchildren, and one boyfriend to stay with us. The house was perfect with separate spaces, comfortable beds, and amenities galore. The photos don't do it justice. The kitchen is small but efficient and very well stocked. We had everything we needed for the beach and a lot of extras. we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Kuykendall

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Graley Cottage has been owned by the same family since it was purchased in the 1950’s by our grandparents, Staley and Grace Cook of Burlington, NC (hence the name “Graley”). It was lovingly renovated and expanded by our Mom, Nancy Cook Moore, also of Burlington, NC in 2006. Mom left it to her children to enjoy and preserve for generations to come. We consider it a little bit of heaven on earth and hope you will too!

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Four generations of our family have enjoyed vacations at Graley Cottage. Whether it is fishing, shell hunting, surfing, exploring Fort Macon, jogging on the beach, reading in the hammock, or hanging out on the sun deck with family and friends, we think there is no place like Graley Cottage.

Languages:

English

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