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The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina

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View from Deck - winter surf
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Buxton, NC
  • Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hatteras, NC (HNC)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk bed room

4 Single Bunk Beds

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina

Fully furnished cottage on Hatteras Island including dishwasher and washer& dryer. Rents Saturday to Saturday. Ocean view. Short walk to beach on private residential street.

The cottage has Wi-Fi and Roku Smart TV and other amenities. See lists for details.

This cottage works well with one to two couples with children. A large group of adults may find it confining due to the bathroom space and the bedroom arrangements. Please study the photos and descriptions before making a reservation decision.

This is a No Pets Cottage.



o Two enclosed outdoor showers
o Three bedrooms -guests supply sheets and towels (local rental service available)
Queen sized bed
Two twin beds
Two bunk beds


o One and one-half baths
o Laundry room with scrub sink
o Smart Roku Television/Stereo
o Deck
o No Pets/Tobacco-free



Rates: $1,300

Property manager

Richard McCray

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
This is a No Pets Cottage.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is OK outside the house.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this cottage is near the beach. Studio 12 and Kinnakeet Clay Works are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Buxton Seafood. Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts and Surf's Up are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buxton, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tavern On 12 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Buxton Woods Nature Trail. Lighthouse Beach and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

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

Buxton trip

The house was immaculate and the owners were quick to respond to us. Location is perfect, close to beach with a beautiful view! We would recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate K.

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

Best beach house in Buxton!

We loved everything about this old school beach house! Tropical Storm Debby did her darnedest to ruin our two week vacay, but we enjoyed every minute of it! Good mix of sun and rain and wind and awesome waves. Best thing about this house papartially covered drck
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Io is
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Cottage Experience

We loved the Docks Cottage, the place is well kept and had everything we needed for our stay. The beach nearby was a fun place to chase moon crabs at night with our kids (bring flashlights). A short beach walk north brings you to a stretch of beach that is totally uninhabited, it was a beautiful place to walk and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

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

Fourth of July week

The property is definitely closer to the beach than the pictures show. We loved it. The outside showers were great at minimizing the sand into the house. Sadly, we did not get to see any fireworks; those were only on the Avon pier. The property has a portable dishwasher, but it was too time consuming to set it up. Aside from liens, you may want to bring a pillow, the beds each come with a pillow and they weren't very comfy. The beds were comfy though. Definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N., Jonesville

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

Family time

Great place to relax with short walk to beach. Plenty of space for small family or couples. Quiet but near restaurants and stores. Owners share local information and easy check-in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kishore K.

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

Pleasant stay.

Nice property. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Year #5 with Dock’s

Once again, Dock’s did not disappoint. This is the 5th year we have rented this home. The rental process is smooth from start to finish. The owner is wonderful to work with. For my family, Docks is our home away from home. Thank you for another relaxing & comfortable vacation. Until next year…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristyne K.

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

Another wonderful year!

We love coming to Buxton and staying at The Docks. Location is perfect. A short walk and you’re at the beach. When it’s time for a break from the sun and beach the deck is a perfect place to have some lunch and/or read a book! You can walk to get dinner and don’t forget ice cream at Uncle Eddy’s! The cottage is clean, well stocked and comfortable. Can’t wait until we are back next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn H.

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

Wonderful stay for my family of 5

House was so clean and so so close to the ocean which was perfect with three young children and the tons of toys we had to haul back and forth. We had a few days of all rain so having a nice clean house to hangout in and keep us dry was wonderful. Plenty of room. Comfy beds and couches.Two outdoor showers was very convenient. Cannot wait to stay here again and hope for better weather. Only 8 min to the nearest food lion, Dollar general right around the corner. Conners supermarket was also right around the corner and prices were surprisingly affordable! Contact with owner was very easy and friendly. Some things to note ( owners did make us aware of this!) We had to bring our own bed linens, towels for kitchen and bathroom use, paper products, trash bags) Plenty of cookware, utensils, and plates/cups. Thank you for providing a safe, comfortable, affordable place for my family. It was truly a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Great views!

Great views and great location w a short walk to the beach! The kitchen was well stocked and the cottage was super clean and fresh upon check in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle R.

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

Great Spot

The Beach is Back!! Loved staying in Buxton and the short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess P.

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

Lovely

Thanks for a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Dock’d It Again

Once again Docks did not disappoint. Ready when we arrived. New bedding & a new fridge greeted us for this stay (our 4th). They were doing beach replenishment on out beach, but it did not deter us. Already looking forward to next year. Thanks, Richard & Charles for another great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristyne K.

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

Great place!

Enjoyed our stay here. It was the perfect size and location. The balcony offers shade and sun for you to sit in and enjoy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

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

Fantastic Stay at The Docks

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Docks. The home is better than advertised. Very clean, well appointed and excellent location. While we were sadly unable to use the beach access during our stay due to the beach nourishment project, it is just steps away. We will for sure be returning soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

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

Awesome

Great location and is as described in the VRBO site. Nice to walk to the beach. Also see message sent to your personal email.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mag S.

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

Beautiful location, relaxing, peaceful, and a lovely cottage with everything we needed!

We had a great stay at the Docks cottage. It was very clean at check-in, and offered us everything we needed for our week long stay. The location is beautiful with a lot of interesting sites and beaches to check out close by. The view from the deck is outstanding, and the neighborhood was very quiet. We definitely plan to stay at the Docks cottage again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Super easy process to rent and communication was great!

Great beach house for our small family. Place was clean and view was spectacular from deck. Only complaint was there was no beach. There was no place to set up due to storms wiping out beach. Hope next year will be different with the beach revitalization.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Ideal location

We enjoyed our stay at The Docks. The proximity to the beach was ideal for everyone. The house was very clean when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Buxton trip

The house was nicely maintained, outdoor showers deluxe. Interior furnishings and kitchen well-supplied. There is an unimpeded view of the ocean from upper porch, but about 4 lots back from beach, not oceanfront as I had requested originally. Nice area though and had a very nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Summer 2021

Easy, Simple and Fun. We love the Outer Banks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany F.

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

Great stay! Family friendly

Property was very clean. The walk from the house to the beach is shorter than a lot of beachfront places we have stayed. The driveway is at the start of the sand. The only issue we had was due to rain and the buildup of sand on the street, the street floods right in front of the house. Our family had a car and a truck, so we just avoided going out in the car when water was high. Very family friendly location. We had an infant, 2kids and 4 adults. It was nice to be able to quickly run back to the house for bottles, bathrooms, and to grab snacks while at the beach. There are tons of places to go check out, stores nearby to get your necessities (dollar general was our best friend lol). All around, we had a great stay! Owners were quick to respond with our questions also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Dock’s Holiday 3

What should be our 3rd stay at Dock’s, is actually our 2nd. Hurricane Isaias had other plans for us last summer. This year was very anticipated & Dock’s did not disappoint. Richard is one of the best owners I’ve encountered. Very responsive & accommodating. The house is perfect for what we need (a roof over our heads, comfortable beds, equipped kitchen). It was clean & ready for us when we arrived. The 2 outdoor showers are great also. We used the boogie boards & beach chairs in addition to our own. The washer & dryer is always a bonus! We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Thank you for sharing your home.

Great location to be near the lighthouse.

About the host

Hosted by Richard McCray

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Our parents bought the lot in the early fifties which began our family's visits to the island. From then until now various parts of the family have spent time there - camping, staying in cottages, doing water sports, beachcombing, and relaxing. The house was built in the seventies. Building the cottage enhanced the setting for all of us and, again, we continued to spend as much time as possible between our various responsibilities at our own widespread 'mainland' homes.
Throughout that time and to the present we have taken great pride in the house and have maintained it well. We have a local property manager who has helped maintain the house and work with guests.

Mom and dad are deceased now and Charles and I (Richard) are continuing the tradition and the standards set by our parents. We hope you consider the house in your vacation plans. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have about the house or the area.

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