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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Avon, NC
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf's Up
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Fishing Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Avon

This vacation home places you next to Outer Banks Beaches and within a 10-minute walk of Surf's Up. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Surf's Up - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hatteras Island Boardsports - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Avon Fishing Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Studio 12 - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Froggy Dog - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tico Taco - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mad Crabber Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private HGTV Inspired Beach Cottage Gorgeous 4 BR 2 BA Luxury Semi-Oceanfront

Welcome to Southern Charm – A Stunning Beach Cottage Just Steps from the Ocean

Rated 9.8/10 Exceptional!

With over 60 glowing reviews, guests love Southern Charm for its prime location, breathtaking views, and luxury amenities. Book your stay and experience why so many guests call this their favorite beach retreat!

Freshly Updated for 2024:
* Brand new living room set, mattresses, pillows, and area rugs for ultimate comfort.
* New fire pit with Adirondack chairs for cozy nights under the stars.
* New second-floor HVAC system to keep you comfortable year-round.

Southern Charm is more than just a beach house—it’s a vacation experience. Fully renovated and inspired by the 2016 HGTV Smart Home, this stunning cottage features driftwood-style floors and a “Vintage Beach” themethroughout, with colors of sea glass, sand, and white.

Location, Location, Location!
* Only 47 seconds from the beach – an easy walk across the quiet street.
* Positioned one row back from the ocean on a spacious corner lot, offering breathtaking ocean views from multiple levels.
* Beach access is directly across the street, so you can be on the sand in no time.

Relax and Unwind with Amazing Outdoor Amenities
* Beautifully manicured lawn and concrete driveway.
* Enjoy outdoor games like shuffleboard, cornhole, frisbee, and volleyball.
* 8-person hot tub for ultimate relaxation.
* Picnic area perfect for outdoor dining.
* Beach chairs are included for your beach adventures.

For the Fisherman:
* The Avon Fishing Pier is a short walk away (less than ¼ mile).
* Fish cleaning table and outdoor shower for your convenience.

Inside the Cottage – Your Beach Retreat Awaits
* Reverse floor plan maximizes your views and beach vibes.
* First level: Laundry room with washer & dryer.
* Second level:
* Three cozy bedrooms – queen bed, queen pull-out, and two twin beds.
* Full bathroom with tub/shower combo.
* Spacious wraparound deck for enjoying the ocean breeze.
* Entertainment space with a large Smart TV loaded with streaming services.
* Board games and puzzles for family-friendly fun.

Upstairs – A Spacious Master Retreat
* Third level features a bright, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and stunning ocean views.
* Master suite with a luxurious en-suite bath and private deck access.
* Custom kitchen with beautiful concrete countertops, sea glass backsplash, Whirlpool appliances, Keurig coffee maker, and all cookware/dinnerware provided.
* Smart TV with streaming services over the fireplace, perfect for cozy movie nights.
* Expansive wraparound deck offers both ocean and lake views.

Convenience & Comfort
* Located in the heart of Avon, just steps away from great restaurants and a short walk to Food Lion for groceries (less than ¼ mile).
* Island Beach Rentals is right across the street, offering beach cruiser bikes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more (reserve in advance).

Additional Amenities & Information

✔ Rated 9.8/10 Exceptional – Over 60 glowing reviews!
✔ Bed linens, bath towels, and beach towels provided
✔ Check-in: 5:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
✔ Minimum Age to Rent: 25 years old
✔ No Pets / No Smoking
Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly retreat, a romantic beach getaway, or a relaxing escape with friends, Southern Charm is the perfect place to create unforgettable coastal memories.
Book your stay today and experience the ultimate beachside relaxation!
* This home does not have a BBQ grill.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,875 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Dishes, pots and pans should be washed and replaced to the proper location.

Only Beach towels should be washed dried and returned to original location.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

Located steps from Outer Banks Beaches, this vacation home is in Avon, and within a 10-minute walk of Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports. You'll also find Studio 12 and Kinnakeet Clay Works within a short drive.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Private HGTV Inspired Beach Cottage Gorgeous 4 BR 2 BA Luxury Semi-Oceanfront Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upstairs bathroom comode would not flush properly And water ran all the time. No lights on 1st floor and outside in garage had to use phone light getting out of car to find the door and go up the stairs. House smelt real musty had to buy spray and kill Oder and open windows and run fans beds smelt bad too. Floor and rugs were dirty.showers pressure was very weak. Sinks had mold under stop drains particles coming out when water was on. One garbage can lid was gone kids toys was everywhere on ground in garage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great, accessibility to a lot of attractions was ideal, and communication with hosts was easy. The only thing that would have made this a 5 star review would be to have more trash bags, more bath towels, and other necessities beyond the bare minimum.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole D.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We only got to stay 26 hours due to mandatory evacuation but the house was nicer than when we stayed there 2 years ago. A new patio door was installed and a stuck door was fixed. All new Pella windows too. This house is the perfect size for us and our daughter's family of 4. Short walk to beach access is convenient. Close to Food Lion and restaurants. If we get a refund, which I was promised, we will stay there next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Beautiful, clean house with extremely easy and quick beach access. Food Lion, shops, restaurants, coffee only minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun family vacation

Our weather week was not great so we were extra grateful to be staying in such a nice house so close to the beach. We were able to run back forth easily to take advantage of a few hours of better weather, and when it was raining we were able to spread out and take advantage of the amenities of the house. The house is as pictured, and well thought out. Kitchen well stocked for cooking and light baking, which did more of with the bad weather being. I will be suggesting a new toaster and adding a mixer. Bedrooms are roomy, bathrooms nice- especially upstairs shower, and the family/kitchen area is a great hangout spot for entire family.There was a bit more road noise than I expected in the highway 12 side bedrooms, but would only disrupt the most sensitive sleepers. So nice to have the towels and chairs available, and ability to login to our online streaming accounts. The views of the beach are great considering you are one back from oceanfront, and our only disappointment was that screened porch does not currently have screens. It hardly mattered this week but with nicer weather that may have played a greater role. We were not really able to take advantage of the outside amenities bc of excessive wind, but kids loved the volleyball court and we were able to use the hot tub once and very nice to have a real charcoal grill. Great location so close to grocery and restaurants. All in all, we had a great time at this house and would consider booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach Cottage

House was just as pictures showed. Very clean and very close to beach, such a short walk. Having extra beach chairs was great. Owner responded right away with any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation house!

The house is exactly as pictured (maybe even prettier) and the location to the beach is excellent! Love the fact that beach chairs and beach towels were available to use. We loved being able to sit on the porch and look at the water. All the amenities made for a relaxing week. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly R.

Southern Charm is a charm

This home was the perfect size for us. We loved having a short walk to the beach access walkway. The house location is perfect for grocery shopping and eating out. The house has been updated however several exterior doors were difficult to open. It was wonderful to be able to see and hear the ocean from the two front deck areas. We would definitely stay at Southern Charm again. The whole process from booking to arrival at the home was very easy. Thank you Vicky and Ryan.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Vacation Stay at Southern Charm!

This home is super cute and well maintained. We enjoyed are stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T., Cave Creek, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week in Avon

Nice place! Decorated very nicely. Plenty to do around the house with only a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay in Avon!

We absolutely loved this beach cottage and Avon! It was our first time in OBX and we'll definitely be back. The cottage was in a great location, so close to the beach! We really enjoyed being able to enjoy the view of the beach from the upper deck, and even ate many of our dinners out there. The decor is exactly as pictured-very cool and cozy! We appreciated how the owners provide beach towels and beach chairs-very convenient! One of our other favorite parts of this home is the Shuffleboard on the second level....We played every night! The owners are excellent with communicating and providing various recommendations on where to eat, what to do, etc. We rented bikes for all 5 of us through Island Cycles, as well as a beach cart and beach kayak. They were wonderful and provided free delivery and pickup. Southern Charm is one of our favorite beach homes and was perfect for our family of 5!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!!!

Great week!! The weather didn’t work out in our favor but besides that we couldn’t be happier!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

HGTV inspired beach cottage

Worked well for 4 adults great location house was wonderfully updated and very clean. We will rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

This home is in a great location for a beach vacation. The beach entrance is just across the street. The decorations continue the beach/coastal theme. We enjoyed the multiple outside spaces. The owner provided good recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. As with all homes in this area, this house is multi-level with the main living space on the 3rd floor. As a result you have to be prepared for lots of stairs. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home and location on the Outer Banks

We stayed here for a week after Christmas with our two college-age children and the home/area were beautiful. The house is gorgeous, decorated beautifully and has everything you might need for any season. It was chilly when we first got there and being able to use the gas fireplace as a family while playing board games/nibbling on appetizers was amazing. The beach is a quick walk across the street but we also played a lot of shuffleboard, corn hole, or just sat in the swings and looked at the skyline. Be aware that a lot of places were shut down when we were there but that is typical of a resort town in the winter. Highly reccomend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Relaxing...remote...new bridge was open...grocery store/Foodlion 3 mins away...great property...be aware of a lot of stairs in the house...good workout. Just as its described ...house and features...would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Quick Getaway

My husband, daughter (8 yrs), son (3 yrs), and I stayed at the Southern Charm in early October. I fell in love with the house through the listing pictures and the in-person experience did not disappoint. While we certainly didn't need so much room with just 4 people, the house was a complete delight. Well-kept and homey. with excellent proximity to the beach. We loved using the deck swings, hot tub, and shuffleboard set. My son says his favorite part of the trip was going up and down the levels of the house LOL. We stayed for 4 days and took advantage of several local outings: Lighthouse Horse Rides and SailStiletto Catamarans. We enjoyed both outings immensely and highly recommend them. The beach access was so incredibly easy and the beach itself was much prettier than the ones further north in KittyHawk or Nags Head. The house location was also super convenient, in close proximity to the Food Lion and local restaurants. The owners were warm, accommodating, and a pleasure to work with. All in all, it was a wonderful quick getaway and we are really missing "our" beach house and can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill P., Fayetteville, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Beach House

Renting this property was a great experience! The house was clean, decorated nicely and had a cozy beach house vibe. The view is awesome and the location to the beach and stores is ideal. The beach chairs and towels provided by the owners are a plus. And we loved the shuffle board so much that we are thinking about getting our own. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Rental

Family and I rented for a week. Super close to beach and lot of things to do; beach, shuffleboard, hot tube, decks, etc. Owners were very accommodating and it was very nice to have towels and bedsheets handled. Definitely all the major things it gets right. There are A few little opportunities to improve, like maybe check batteries in remotes, hand soap etc, but that’s most rental. Overall, great place and great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in the Sun

Convenient location---so close to the beach, grocery store, and great coffee shops and restaurants. The decks were fantastic, especially the shuffleboard! The kitchen had everything you could possibly need and all appliances and dishes were spotless. Not having to bring beach towels and chairs was another bonus! The hot tub was extremely clean, and it was so nice to have a fire pit on site to make s'mores. It was a very relaxing week for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding family vacation

Our first trip to the Outerbanks and it did not disappoint! The location is perfect, so close to the beach, quiet area with all the amenities and local stores/shops you would need. The beach house is beautiful and comfortable at the same time. It was the perfect size for our group (5 adults, 1 child-age 10). We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem

Wonderful home. Very clean. The floor plan creates privacy for families. So many games and amenities! Brand new great beach chairs. This was quite possibly one of our favorite beach houses to date. Perfect location! Be prepared that this home leaves a starter kit of paper towels, dish tabs, toilet paper, and a few trash bags, but everything else you need to bring (hand soap, more trash bags, dish soap, etc). We also could not locate a first aid kit. Of course those small inconveniences did not take away from the beautiful ocean views on the amazing decks! Thank you for the wonderful family memories made in this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022