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Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly

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Exterior
Property grounds
Beach
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Crystal Coast Beaches
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Atlantic Beach, NC
  • Place, Crystal Coast Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Coral Bay Shopping Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Anchorage Marina
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen Bed

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2 Single Beds

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2 Single Beds

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2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

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Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_2

Toilet · Shower only

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Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.

It's time to have the vacation you've been waiting for at this charming oceanfront home with easy public beach access. Just steps from the sand, you can take in the beauty of North Carolina's Crystal Coast. And there are no worries about bringing sand back up to the house - you can rinse off in the enclosed outdoor shower before heading inside.

When you step into the Sandfiddler Cottage, you step into a simpler time. Enjoy lovely sunsets on the oceanfront deck or do a little soul-searching while resting under the stars on the porch swing. After a day of exploring, head back to the house for a family feast prepared in the well-equipped kitchen - listen to them all chattering around the two dining tables! After that, relax in the living area and watch a little TV or play games with the family.

There's plenty of room for the whole gang here, including a primary bedroom on the ground level and a bonus room. Additional amenities include a full-size washer/dryer in the garage, free WiFi, and a telephone for local calls.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children allowed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4909342vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Atlantic Beach

Located in Atlantic Beach, this cottage is by the sea. Fort Macon State Park and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Crystal Coast Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Circle Regional Beach Access - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Anchorage Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 28 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lowes Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mug Shot Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront beach cottage with large deck & W/D - dog-friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Crystal Coast Beaches and Circle Regional Beach Access. Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Coral Bay Shopping Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Lots of room for everyone. The upstairs showers could use some maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anthony W.

Love Sandfiddler

We always stay here when we visit AB. The oceanfront location is great. We love the deck that sits between the house and the dunes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel O.

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

Wonderful home!

Perfect space for our weekend getaway to the OBX
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Great location

This was my first visit to AB and the location of this place was perfect: easy beach access, great view of the beach 🏖️ and an easy walk to restaurants and Hang Ten 🤙 donut shop (which was good for before and after beach 🏖️ walks).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott c.

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

Sandfiddler Atlantic Beach

Excellent location, spacious and clean, well maintained. Will visit this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Visiting from Rhode Island

Our favorite house to stay in :) please add a grill that isn’t charcoal
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jean A.

Sandfiddler Family Retreat

Location was great. It is walking distance to donut shop and to night life at the circle. Deck to sun and see the ocean was nice.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joel J.

Very comfortable

The location was great. I liked it had whatever utensils, pots and pans etc. The decor was great and we plan on staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Family VK

We enjoyed
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

R&R in a great location

Can't beat the location! The photos really don't do this property justice. Right on the water and quick walking distance to several food and drink destinations. Our whole family had a wonderful time! Thanks for the hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T R.

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

Long weekend get away.

Lovely home with great views of ocean. Beds are soft, but there are plenty of them to choose from. Well stocked kitchen, great decks and very dog friendly. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Lynne R.

Good location but not clean and full of roaches

It was a good location with not a long walk to the beach. The overlook deck was nice especially at night to watch the stars. Was a very quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2024
Hi, Lynne. Thank you for providing us with this valuable feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the location of our home. We thank you for your feedback, as it helps us improve our guests' experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fabulous getaway in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

This house is very spacious and in a great location. Lots of bedrooms to accommodate a large group and a large den and kitchen area for dining. The cleaning service must improve. We were unable to enjoy the deck on the dunes due to safety concerns. Lots of rocking chairs on the back deck to relax, quiet and private. This is a great older house it just needs some TLC. We enjoyed our time and memories were made.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the spacious layout, great location, and relaxing back deck. We apologize for the cleaning and safety issues you encountered and will share your comments with the owner to ensure these are addressed. We’re happy you were able to make memories during your stay and hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Sand Fiddler

The Sand Fiddler was perfect for our stay. Plenty of beds to go around. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The decks were great and the beach access was outstanding. We will definitely book the Sand Fiddler again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable. The property had a wonderful location, however, the deck was in major need of repairs and it was even dangerous to step on some parts. The wifi was unreliable and needed to be reset several times. It was wonderful to be able to have our dogs with us, however this property had no grass at all for them which was shocking since it was a pet friendly property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. We are glad to hear that you found the home clean, comfortable, and enjoyed the wonderful location, as well as being able to bring your dogs along. We are very sorry to learn about the issues you experienced with the deck and the WiFi, as well as the lack of grass for your pets. Your safety and comfort are very important to us, and we will be sure to pass your concerns along to our local team so they can address the deck repairs and look into the WiFi reliability. Regarding the pet-friendly aspect, we understand how important outdoor space is for your dogs, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We’ll review the listing details to ensure future guests have clear expectations. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas d.

Comfy Home

This sweet home is comfy and sleeps lots. Owners have done some nice updates. Would like to see updated appliances in kitchen and maybe lamps with USB ports since electrical outlets are sparse.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ted P.

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

RIGHT ON THE BEACH

House was good. Location was great, sitting right on the beach. Two decks, with one detached and on top of the dunes for incredible views, but both decks are in desperate need of repair. Boards are loose and sticking up, and dozens of nails heads are sticking up causing trip hazards and cut hazards if you walk on them barefooted.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback, Ted. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and proximity to the beach. I am so sorry to hear about all the difficulties you experienced during your stay. It must have been incredibly frustrating to have so many things not working properly or inaccessible. It's disappointing that you were not able to fully enjoy the amenities that were advertised and that you encountered so many inconveniences. Your experience is certainly not what we want for our guests, and I apologize for the inconvenience you faced. Please know that we take your feedback seriously and will work to address these issues to ensure a more pleasant experience for future guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you to our home in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jessica D.

Great private beach access, and outdoor spaces for oceanside views but not a clean place

We had our family reunion at the Sand Fiddler. I will start with the positives: the private beach access, outdoor shower, and outdoor patio spaces to view the ocean are really lovely. You're close to the Atlantic beach boardwalk which is nice as well. There are plenty of rocking chairs to sit and enjoy with your loved ones. The downsides are: the beds are very old and uncomfortable, and the biggest let down was it just didn't feel and seem cleaned thoroughly. The bathrooms, in particular the showers have a lot of old rust & mold. And the linens have a lot of stains. It feels like the cleaning was just a "gloss over" before we arrived. If you are paying for cleaning, you expect it to be better. So overall, I would not stay again but we appreciated the quaint home for the week.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for your review, Jessica, we are happy to hear you enjoyed the location of our home. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness concerns you encountered during your stay with us. Our team of housekeepers takes pride in their cleanliness standards, as it is a top priority service we provide for every guest prior to check-in. We are disappointed to see that this concern was not reported to us during your stay as we would have been happy to assist. We have passed your feedback along to our housekeeping staff so they are aware of your concerns. Additionally, while we acknowledge that beds will not suit everyone's specific preferences, we regret that it was not suitable for your party and any discomfort you may have had. We appreciate you letting us know there is room for improvement, and we'll pass your comments regarding bed comfort onto our management team for consideration. We appreciate your feedback as a means to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jessi G.

The house was great but hope you don’t have problems during your stay.

The property itself was beautiful and close to the beach. It was perfect for our family. We did however check in on Saturday and the refrigerator broke down on Tuesday. We contacted Vacasa and 2 different technicians were sent out to try to fix it. We were told it could not be fixed and he would call and we should have a new unit by Wednesday. Wednesday evening we still had not been contacted so I reached out again and was told they would look into it and did not hear from them the rest of the day. Thursday I called and was told they would check on the status. Thursday evening I actually had to go to the office to make another complaint. I was met with a nice phone call that stated we would not get a refrigerator before Saturday but they could reimburse the ice we had to buy and items we lost, they would also send out ice and coolers on Friday morning. Itemized list was sent to the number provided and Friday no ice/coolers were delivered and no contact was made regarding the reimbursement of ice. We were not contacted again. I understand that things do break but the communication and follow up for problems in the rental was the worst I have dealt with.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2025
Hi Jessi, thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you felt welcomed and enjoyed your stay overall. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience of not having a functioning fridge for part of your visit and for any communication issues along the way. Our local team confirmed a one-night refund was provided with the owner’s approval to help address this inconvenience. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working to improve. We hope to host you again for a smoother and more enjoyable experience in the future!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jessi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The property was great however we checked in on Saturday and the refrigerator a broke down on Tuesday. We contacted Vacasa and 2 different technicians were sent out to try to fix it. We were told it could not be fixed and he would call and we should have a new unit by Wednesday. Wednesday evening we still had not been contacted so I reached out again and was told they would look into it and did not hear from them the rest of the day. Thursday I called and was told they would check on the status. Thursday evening I actually had to go to the office to make another complaint. I was met with a nice phone call that stated we would not get a refrigerator before Saturday but they could reimburse the ice we had to buy and items we lost, they would also send out ice and coolers on Friday morning. Itemized list was sent to the number provided and Friday no ice/coolers were delivered and no contact was made regarding the reimbursement of ice. I understand that things do break but the communication and follow up for problems in the rental was the worst I have dealt with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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