Ocean and sunrise views and a quick walk to Avon Pier from Blue Crab! - Vacation rental home in Avon, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3226 square feet

Breathtaking ocean and sunrise vistas abound at Blue Crab, a handsome oceanfront home on Hatteras Island. Located in the heart of Avon, Blue Crab is within walking distance to the world-famed Avon Pier, as well as many eateries and stores, with beach access just steps away. This lovingly maintained and refreshed property is just what you need for a memorable week or two at the beach!

The family will appreciate spending time in the private saltwater pool at Blue Crab. The pool area also features a hot tub, 2 outdoor showers, a fish cleaning station, and tons of seating to savor calming in the sun.

When it's time to come inside, the recreation room offers a pool table, shuffleboard, enormous TV, wet bar, and a refrigerator.

The top level living area with cool and serene coastal colors offers plenty of fresh and comfortable seating and a intelligent TV, for relaxing after long days at the beach. Step out onto the oceanfront deck to feel the breeze and take in the sights and sounds of the ocean.

Blue Crab's huge, updated kitchen with stainless appliances is the ideal spot to prepare up local seafood feasts. With countertop seating for 5, a breakfast nook for 4, and a dining area with seating for 8, there is plenty of room to appreciate fast snacks before the beach, as well as sizable family meals. The front screened-in porch offers dinner seating for 20 and sunset vistas. A full bath is conveniently located on this level, as well as access to the top additional bedroom that includes a sitting area, TV, 2 twin beds, a bunk bed and access to the rooftop deck.

The mid level offers 2 king en suites with private baths, a king bedroom, a queen en suite with private bath, a bunk bedroom, and a full hall bath. All bedrooms have their own intelligent TV.

Pool heat is available for $600 per week. Heated pools open first week of April.

View a live surf cam from Blue Crab by visiting: https://www.surfchex.com/cams/avon/ (copy and paste this link to view)

Please note, this home sleeps 14 people.

Layout:

- Ground Level: Recreation room, half bath.

- Mid Level: 2 king en suites, king bedroom, queen en suite, bunk bedroom, and a full shared hall bath.

- Main Level: Living area, dining area, kitchen, full bath, oceanfront deck, screened-in porch, stairs to the top level.

- Top Level: Bonus bedroom with two twin beds and one bunk bed, as well as a sitting area with a TV and deck access.

About the Area

Located in Avon, this vacation home is by the ocean. 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. Hatteras Island Boardsports and Avon Fishing Pier are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Hatteras vacation home experience:

Get the most from your rental budget:

• Book your rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Hatteras visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and choose a perfectrental home:

• Begin by selecting your the best vacation week and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration you need. Ocean and sunrise views and a quick walk to Avon Pier from Blue Crab! has 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before reserving the rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• If there's a certain Hatteras beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly property. Ask for specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Advice for a great stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Note any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Many rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.