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The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC

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Exum Cottage runs of a 12 Kw Solar Array with back up batteries. Beachside
Deck View faces due south so we catch the sunrise and the sunset from this deck.
Beach side of cottage just after sunset.
Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18274.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Atlantic Beach, NC
  • Triple S Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Fort Macon State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC

The Exum Beach Cottage - Come relax in our classic and charming beachfront cottage equipped with an enormous deck featuring 180-degree beach views. The cottage sits at the end of a dead-end street, a very short walk from the Oceanana fishing pier. This a five bedroom, three full bath Crystal Coast cottage that sleeps 15 people. After an early 2021 renovation, the house has a fully updated kitchen, two updated bathrooms and a new ground floor entryway sitting room. The 3rd floor is a master suite that sleeps 2 people with a desk, flat screen TV, surround sound stereo system and an unbelievable ocean front panoramic view. Our family cottage has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed for three generations and features nostalgic pinewood walls, central Heat/Air, water softener, Internet TV, Apple TV, fast Wi-Fi, Bluetooth equipped stereos, washer/dryer, a level two electric vehicle charger 220 volt outlet and cord, and a classic 1950’s build style. This cottage has ample parking for a large family or group of friends. This vacation cottage is ideal for a weekend getaway or week-long retreat for guests more interested in disconnecting from screens and enjoying face time with one another rocking on the porch or burying toes in the sand with waves lapping at your feet. While the home is equipped with speedy WiFi and internet TV, we hope our guests can find time to disconnect from the distractions of computers, mobile phones, and television, and enjoy classic vacation past times like body surfing, beach walks, reading in the hammock, shell collecting, game nights, cocktails on the deck, and watching the sunset. Guests also have use of a laundry room, indoor and outdoor games, bicycles, charcoal grill, beach chairs and floats, and an outdoor shower making the Exum beach cottage ideal for a family vacation. During the summer months, the cottage is available for week-long bookings only that start and end on a Sunday. When you book please indicate the number of beds you would like linens for and we will adjust the linen fee accordingly. The cost for linens and bath towels is $25/per bed. The cottage has 12 beds:1 king, 4 queens, 1 double, and 4 twins. The property is equipped with exterior Ring cameras for security.

Property manager

Steve & Molly Exum

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Atlantic Beach

Located in Atlantic Beach, this cottage is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Anchorage Marina and Triple S Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, or check out an event or a game at Big Rock Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Anchorage Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Triple S Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Morehead City Port - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Exum Cottage - Beachfront in Atlantic Beach, NC located?

This family-friendly Atlantic Beach cottage is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Anchorage Marina and Triple S Marina. Coral Bay Shopping Center and Fort Macon State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lu B.

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

Perfect Anniversary Getaway

The Exum Cottage was accommodating just as described with everything you need for a beach vacation. We had an awesome time exploring the area and did not want to leave. The beach is simply amazing! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Fantastic beach house

This house was perfect. We loved the big porch, grass lawn, and direct access to the beach. The kitchen is very well stocked and there is lots of beach gear - we felt right at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

Great deck with ocean view

We stayed at Exum Cottage over the Memorial Day weekend with our children and grand children. Everyone had a wonderful time. The cottage is well equipped with everything you need. Our grandchildren used the beach toys and boogie boards that were kept in the storage area. Also included was a shibumi which was easy to put up to provide shade from the sun while on the beach. The large deck was where we spent most of our time while at the house. The views on the deck were fantastic and all 17 of us has plenty of space to relax and enjoy our meals.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely stay at Exum Cottage

We had a lovely stay at Exum Cottage! Property was beautiful. The house was great for our large group (8 adults, 3 kids and 1 infant). Lots of room to hang out and quiet areas for reading. The room upstairs has gorgeous views! Location was great as it is right on the beach and close to restaurants and shopping. Steve was very pleasant and responsive. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Beach Getaway

Steve is a fantastic host and so kind and responsive. Amazing property in a great location. Will definitely look to book here again for our next trip to Atlantic beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Charming Beach Cottage

This was a wonderful getaway for our family! Beautiful and charming Cottage with lots of space but still feels cozy. Great views of the ocean and pier. We are already making plans to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Fantastic Family Vacation!

10/10! I can’t say enough of how much we loved our time at the Exum Cottage. Steve is by far the best host we’ve ever had. From the beginning of our family inquiring about this beach home to the very end, he was on top of everything. Steve is also extremely kind and allowed our family an extra night’s stay. We will definitely book this home for future vacations- it’s beautiful, cozy (feels like home), and the perfect place to spend time with family. If you are looking for the perfect beach house, look no further!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

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

Great

Our stay was amazing! We had 14 that stayed in the house and there was plenty of space for everyone. There was plenty of space for everyone to have their own space but a beautiful deck overlooking the ocean that was plenty big for all with room to spare. It was very well kept and clean. The property owner was great and very quick to respond. Will definitely be booking this place in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful vacation at the Exum property. Communication with the owner was great and the location and house were just what we were looking for. All the amenities, tons of beach, comfortable living space, all around a great place. Thanks for the stay and we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Great location!

Located right on the beach and the house has everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Such a great weekend!

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was clean and very comfortable. The location in Atlantic Beach is close to everything. The ocean views were great. Steve is an amazing host - communicates regularly and follows-up to make sure we had everything we needed. It rained the majority of the weekend so beach time was limited. That said - the cottage makes you forget that it was raining. Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine L.

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

Wonderful stay

The house was well appointed and we couldn’t have asked for a better location or a better host. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Better than imagined!

Some pictures made the beach walk look like a distant walk but it was not. There was an awesome grill and the kids enjoyed trying out the skim board. The neighborhood was quiet and the beach was not crowded. the pier was a beautiful walk in the mornings, we found shark teeth and crabs. Beaufort is just a short 15 minute drive with beautiful boats and scenery and shops to check out. The beach is very dog friendly and our pups enjoyed sunny days and playing in the ocean just like the kids. I can’t say enough about Steve he was an amazing host! check in and check out was an easy task although we did not have any specific accommodation requests he was available throughout our stay and I would highly recommend anybody traveling to Atlantic Beach to check out the Exum cottage!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

seung (steve) H.

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

Nice place

It was very pleasure renting place and host was great with lots of very useful information . Very easy to communicate with host. All of my friends were happy with place and will be glad to male trip out here again. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Conor H., Durham, NC

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

Beautiful, quiet cottage - great shade on the porch

We had an exec planning meeting over several days. The porch is beautifully shaded with a constant breeze and made the outdoor meetings delightful. The property manager couldn't have been more responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sissie T.

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

The cottage was perfect.

Our family stayed at this cottage (and the one next door) for my daughter’s wedding. The deck overlooking the beach was a heavily used area by our team and it is very well furnished. The beach vibe of the cottage was wonderful. Especially helpful was the entry floor suite for family who had trouble climbing stairs. The summary: Book this cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley F.

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

Beach vacation at Exum cottage

The Exum cottage was exactly as shown on the website. The owner was very attentive. The property was clean and the location perfect. Dead end street, so no traffic. Beautiful view and close to restaurants and shopping if you want. Great trip
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Perfect Reunion Weekend

The Exum Cottage was the perfect location for our reunion. The huge oceanfront deck was definitely the hangout with an awesome view of the ocean and lots of seating. We also loved all the natural wood paneling inside, both new and original, as well as the renovated kitchen and bathrooms. Great showers and water pressure! Streetside there was plenty of parking for a few guests. Electronics - tv, music and wifi - were all there and easy to connect and use. The area was also great with sidewalks everywhere and trails into Ft Macon State Park for walking and bike riding. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

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

Excellence at Atlantic

This home was perfection on the beach. Incredible location. Well laid out. Nice updates. Incredible master suite. Everything to love, nothing to dislike.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Ideal Location

Such a charming house with terrific location and views! Home had plenty of room for our family and everything we needed during our stay. Our host, Steve, was a delight to communicate with. We truly enjoyed our time at The Exum Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great cottage and location

Beautiful ocean views and nice, classic beach cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

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

Great family vacation house

We loved our stay at the Exum Cottage. It was perfect for our growing family; with a toddler and infant. Each couple had their own floor, which allowed for some privacy. The kitchen had everything we needed for all of our meals, and we spent countless hours on the large porch throughout the week. The location was also very convenient. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie K.

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

Exum Cottage is a must!

We celebrated our daughter’s graduation with friends and family. The cottage was perfect! Steve is wonderful to work with in booking our reservations. He continued to check on us to make certain we enjoyed our time there. Will definitely be back! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wil L.

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

Wonderful beach home steps from the beach!

A wonderful combination of traditional beach house with modern upgrades, topped with a super attentive host made this a family vacation to remember. From the moment we booked our stay, Steve was prompt and clear with all communications and made for a seamless experience throughout our time at the cottage. Everything you see in the pictures is what you get - in fact, we would say you get more than that - the panoramic views of the ocean, the inviting deck, the updated kitchen and bedrooms. Steve and family stocked the house with literally everything you could possibly need during your beach vacation; chairs, boogie boards, full kitchen, fans, games, etc. saving us time and hassle from having to pack all the extras. Though our family didn’t use the lower level, the recent renovations were beautifully designed, modern and bright. We can’t wait to come back to Atlantic Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyrel C., Winston Salem

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

Thank you

Thank you Steve for making it all so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Steve & Molly Exum

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Steve Exum is the president and principal photographer at Exum Photography, LLC. Exum is a North Carolina native who grew up in Raleigh. Steve, his wife Molly, their daughter Bella and son Sawyer live in Elon, NC with their dog Murphy. We are an adventurous family and the Exum Beach Cottage is our go to home for beach adventure. I manage the rentals on behalf of the owners my mother and father Jim and Judy Exum from Greensboro, NC. From this old house, we surf, skim board, fish, shell hunt, sail, sunbath and yes, even scuba dive. This cottage was built by my grandfather James Gooden Exum, Sr. in the 40’s and was one of the original cottages built on Club Colony Drive. Hurricane Hazel blew it down and my Grandfather rebuilt it in 1955. With it’s nostalgic knotty pine walls, this cottage has been the base for huge Exum Family gatherings, marriages and accommodated countless friends for great beach vacations. She withstood a number of hurricanes and the occasional water spout keeping her visitors and contents safe and dry. We Love this cottage and you will, too.

Why they chose this property

This vacation cottage is ideal for a weekend get away or week long retreat for guests more interested in disconnecting from screen time and enjoying face time with one another rocking on the porch or with toes buried in the sand and waves lapping at your feet.

What makes this property unique

This house is intoxicating. Its close proximity to the beach, the Oceanna Fishing Pier, Amos Mosquitos Restaurant, and the Fort Macon Historic site make it very special.

Languages:

English, Spanish