Crab Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Atlantic Beach, NC! - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2200 square feet

Crab Cottage is a striking coastal hideaway located in the heart of Atlantic Beach, offering simple access to the close by pier, local stores, eateries, and trendy attractions. Whether you're planning a family vacation or a peaceful oceanside getaway, this charmingly appointed bungalow has everything you need for a calming stay.

The first floor features a comfortable den with a TV—ideal for movie nights or unwinding after a day of exploring. This level also includes a convenient laundry room and two of the five bedrooms, along with a full bathroom, providing comfort and accessibility for guests of all ages.

Head upstairs to the roomy main living area, where you’ll find cozy seating, another TV, and plenty of room to relax. The adjacent dining area and entirely equipped kitchen offer all the essentials for home-cooked meals, including a Keurig, blender, dishwasher, full-size oven, and refrigerator.

Step out onto the broad balcony and take in the impressive ocean vistas—an ideal spot for your morning coffee or evening drinks. Down below, a fenced-in yard provides space for the dogs to play while you fire up the grille for a cozy nighttime in.

With its prime location, thoughtful amenities, and welcoming ambiance, Crab Cottage is the ideal place to make lasting beachside memories.

Total linens includes 3 Queens, 3 Doubles, and 2 Twins.

Note: FIREPLACE NOT TO BE USED.

Linens and Towels included with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.

No Smoking.

Up to 2 Dogs Accepted with $75 Pet Fee per dog + tax. It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their family pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file.

Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 3 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.

Please Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this vacation home is by the ocean. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

When to go & When to reserve a Atlantic Beach rental home:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, change your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply New Bern area visitors guides that include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose and book the rightrental home:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Crab Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Atlantic Beach, NC! has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking pages. If not, email the property owner before booking the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of issues.
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your trip.
• Upon arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local attractions.
• 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 book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to stimulate new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.