Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly

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Dining for 10 on the 3rd floor balcony, with roller shades + fan for comfort

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Avon, NC

Surf's Up4 min walk
Hatteras Island Boardsports16 min walk
Avon Fishing Pier17 min walk

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk Room

4 Double Beds

King Bedroom 1 + Mini Crib

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2 + Mini Crib

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bunk Room Ensuite; 2nd Floor

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

Exterior Shower

Shower only

Half Bath 1

Toilet

Half Bath 2

Toilet

King Attached Bathroom; 2nd Floor

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

King Bedroom Ensuite; 3rd floor

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Onceuponatideobx.com

No one enjoys packing their entire home to go on a family vacation, which is why we've designed Once Upon a Tide especially for families with little ones! Only 1 block from the pool, 4 blocks from the beach & overlooking a beautiful (fishable) lake - we have everything you need to enjoy a relaxing vacation with your family & friends. Our home features a stocked playroom, mini-cribs, blackout window treatments, high chairs, a booster seat & bouncer, safety gates, and so much more!

1st Floor: Playroom stocked with a train table, play kitchen + accessories, books, board games, floor & age-appropriate jigsaw puzzles, Nugget play couches, doll house + accessories, and more. There is also a storage closet with a wagon.

2nd Floor: Washer/Dryer. Bunk Room (master bedroom) with 2 full-over-full bunks and an ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower with handheld shower hose), 2 wardrobes and a closet. 2 King bedrooms with a shared full bathroom (toilet, shower/tub combo). King bedrooms both have dressers, closets, TVs and private access to balcony overlooking the lake. A mini crib is also available. The balcony has 6 Adirondack chairs with accent tables & 2 hammock chairs. All bedrooms have blackout window treatments.

3rd Floor: Master bedroom with a full ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower), mini crib, large walk-in closet, and blackout window treatments. A second Washer & Dryer are located in the master closet. Fully stocked kitchen with vaulted ceilings and adjacent dining room overlooking the lake. The dining table has seating for 10 & the bar has seating for 3. There are 2 high chairs & 1 booster seat available. The 3rd floor balcony also overlooks the lake and has a dining table with seating for 10. The cozy living room has a TV, an abundance of seating & board games for the whole family.

Outside: Parking for 5 vehicles, Tesla charging station (level 2 charger), charcoal grill, a digger toy for kids, an outdoor shower, rocking chairs, and a deck box filled with beach supplies, games, beach chairs, and a beach umbrella.

The entire home is setup with kids in mind. There are safety features throughout the home, age appropriate toys for children ages infant to ~10 y/o, games for the whole family, TV's with YoutubeTV + Apps, and more. A list of all children's amenities will be available prior to your stay.

We have one security camera on the front of the house, and one security camera on the back of the house. These devices will be on during your stay and are only used for security purposes. Private areas are not surveilled. Tampering with cameras is against our rules and will result in immediate eviction from the home.

Property manager

Rachel Brannan

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

2 mini cribs provided; sheets not provided

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pets must be crated if left alone

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

About the area

Avon

Located in Avon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Avon, NC

What's nearby

Surf's Up - 4 min walk
Hatteras Island Boardsports - 16 min walk
Avon Fishing Pier - 17 min walk
Studio 12 - 3 min drive
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 13 min drive

Getting around

Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

The Froggy Dog - 4 min drive
Diamond Shoals - 8 min drive
Bros Sandwich Shack - 6 min walk
Dirty Dick's Crab House - 8 min walk
Oceana's Bistro - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly?

As of 11 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly on 20 May 2024 start from NZ$1,159.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly located?

This family-friendly Avon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Surf's Up and Outer Banks Beaches. Hatteras Island Boardsports and Avon Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

17 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazingly Clean

The property was amazingly clean and fit our needs well. We chose this house for the location and size of the home. While we did not utilize the bonus room downstairs it would have been perfect when our children were younger. Communication with the owners went above and beyond. Overall appeal was great and would stay again. The only downside was it lists a hot tub as an amenity but the hot tub they refer to is actually the clubhouse hot tub that is not open during the winter or off season months.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

16 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for kids!

This was the best place we've ever stayed in regard to children. Everything was supplied for kids and the playroom was phenomenal. They also loved the "beach" area. The home was almost spotless. The vent grate on the wall on the second floor was VERY dirty. Other than that, it was a perfect place for our family. We hope to stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

14 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If I could give ten stars I would

Views at sunrise/sunset were worth the price alone. We travel to OBX annually and would rate this rental at the top! Plenty of space for our family of 7. One thing my mommy mind appreciated was the cleanliness and open countertop space/bedroom space because it makes checkout that much easier. It’s easy to lose or forget a toy or souvenir amongst clutter and this home is clean, spacious and inviting. Communication was perfect. Mama was happy so everyone was happy! Thank you for allowing us to stay! The Ross family

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

12 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and exceptional

This was an absolutely beautiful home. The listing was perfectly accurate. The extra touches Rachel added to the house, hand soap in every bathroom and others that made our stay perfect, were much appreciated. The house is fit for all ages and laid out so you always see the beautiful outside. We will definitely keep this on our revisit list!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

11 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What beautiful memories!!

We had a wonderful vacation. Everything was perfect. The house was very clean, very practical and perfect for several people without disturbing each other. We’re already thinking of going back next year

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Brannan

Why they chose this property

1st Floor: Playroom stocked with a train table, play kitchen + accessories, books, board games, floor & age-appropriate jigsaw puzzles, Nugget play couches, doll house + accessories, and more. There is also a storage closet with beach chairs, an 8-ft umbrella, beach toys, kids life jackets, and a wagon.

2nd Floor: Washer/Dryer. Bunk Room (master bedroom) with 2 full-over-full bunks and an ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower with handheld shower hose), 2 wardrobes and a closet. 2 King bedrooms with a shared full bathroom (toilet, shower/tub combo). King bedrooms both have dressers, closets, TVs and private access to balcony overlooking the lake. A mini crib is also available. The balcony has 6 Adirondack chairs with accent tables & 4 hammock chairs. All bedrooms have blackout window treatments.

3rd Floor: Master bedroom with a full ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower), mini crib, large walk-in closet, and blackout window treatments. A second Washer & Dryer are located in the master closet. Fully stocked kitchen with vaulted ceilings and adjacent dining room overlooking the lake. The dining table has seating for 10 & the bar has seating for 3. There are 2 high chairs & 1 booster seat available. The 3rd floor balcony also overlooks the lake and has a dining table with seating for 10. The cozy living room has a TV, an abundance of seating & board games for the whole family.

Outside: Parking for 5 vehicles, Tesla charging station (level 2 charger), charcoal grill, a digger toy for kids, and an outdoor shower.

The entire home is setup with kids in mind. There are safety features throughout the home, age appropriate toys for children ages infant to ~10 y/o, games for the whole family, TV's with YoutubeTV + Apps, and more. A list of all children's amenities will be available prior to your stay.

What makes this property unique

Other things to note
Amenities **NOT** included: mini crib sheets (same size as pack-n-play sheets), swaddles/sleep sacks, baby bottles, bottle dishwasher baskets, baby carriers, diapers, strollers, baby laundry detergent, beach towels.

The cleaning fee of $300 includes the following:
-Linens (sheets, towels, wash clothes, hand towels, and kitchen towels); BEACH TOWELS NOT INCLUDED
-Sanitizing the entire house, and cleaning high touch surfaces.
-Basic Cleaning of the house-sweeping floors, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning up sand, mopping/dry mopping floors, cleaning kitchen area, cleaning fridge, vents, vacuuming carpet, and maintaining general order of the house.

We do ask that guests clean up after themselves, and read/abide by all check out instructions.

A pet fee of $100 per pet is required. Only 2 dogs allowed. Dogs must be crated if left alone.

During the summer there is a minimum stay of a week required. Check-in is at 5PM & check-out is 10AM.

A $250 security deposit is required and will be returned within 10 days of your check-out date, pending there are no damages to the home.