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Graley Cottage - Beloved Oceanfront Family Beach House in Atlantic Beach!

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 123141 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Atlantic Beach, NC
  • Place, Crystal Coast Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Anchorage Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Triple S Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Atlantic Beach

When you stay at this cottage in Atlantic Beach, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access and Crystal Coast Beaches. .This beach cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Anchorage Marina and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Triple S Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Coast Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Anchorage Marina - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Triple S Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fort Macon State Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tackle Box Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Southern Salt Seafood Company and Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Graley Cottage - Beloved Oceanfront Family Beach House in Atlantic Beach!

Welcome to Graley Cottage

A beloved family beach house, oceanfront in Atlantic Beach’s highly desirable Club Colony neighborhood.

Graley Cottage combines the charm and character of a classic 1950s beach cottage with the comfort and conveniences of a beautifully renovated home. Our family has loved this special place for generations, and we hope your family will make wonderful memories here, too.

Located directly on the ocean in a quiet family neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, Graley Cottage offers the best of a classic Atlantic Beach vacation: walk out across the dunes to the beach and surf, relax on the oceanfront deck, gather the whole family for dinner, or let the kids disappear downstairs to play.

With 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, two separate master suites and multiple gathering spaces, there is room for everyone to spread out while still having plenty of space to come together.

The Highlights

• Oceanfront location with easy access to the beach
• 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms
• Two separate master suites, each with a queen bed and private bath
• Three separate family/TV areas, giving adults and kids room to do their own thing
• Large oceanfront family room overlooking the dunes and ocean
• Spacious dining room perfect for family meals and gatherings
• Large wraparound deck with 938 square feet of decking
• Covered oceanfront porch with dining table, dining chairs and rocking chairs
• Street-side covered porch with additional rocking chairs
• Swings, swinging bench and hammock beneath the oceanfront deck
• High-speed wireless internet
• Smart TVs in all three family/TV areas
• Tablets in each bedroom
• Ample outdoor parking for up to 5 cars

First Floor

The first floor is designed for gathering, with a spacious oceanfront family room and beautiful views of the dunes and ocean.

The oceanfront master suite features a queen bed and private bathroom with tub and shower. Two additional bedrooms each have a queen bed and share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a walk-in shower.

A smaller study/bedroom with a twin bed has a nearby full bathroom with tub and shower.

The beautiful, fully equipped kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops and a new induction range with convection, air-fry and air-sous-vide capabilities. The kitchen opens directly to the dining room, making it easy for everyone to stay together while meals are being prepared.

Second Floor

The second floor includes a second master suite with a queen bed, private bathroom with walk-in shower, walk-in closet and panoramic ocean views.

Another bedroom has two queen beds, with a nearby full bathroom with tub and shower.

A second family room provides a separate space for children or families to watch TV, play games or simply hang out. The upstairs rooms are stocked with books for a variety of ages.

Ground Level – Perfect for Kids

The street level is where the fun really continues!

The large playroom includes a queen sleeper sofa, smart TV, games and crafts, and can serve as an additional sleeping area or even a 7th bedroom. The playroom has an adjoining bathroom with two walk-in showers—particularly convenient after a day at the beach.

The utility room includes a washer and dryer.

Garage & Beach Gear

The adjoining garage is stocked with everything you need for a great beach vacation, including:

• Second refrigerator/freezer
• Large Weber gas grill
• Weber charcoal grill
• Weber smoker grill
• Road bicycles
• Beach chairs and umbrellas
• Beach toys
• Outdoor games
• Kayak
• Two paddle boards
• Longboard
• Boogie boards
• Additional beach toys

There is also an outdoor hot-and-cold shower—perfect for rinsing off after a day in the sand and surf.

Your Own Little Piece of Atlantic Beach

Whether your family wants to spend the day swimming and playing in the ocean, gathering around the dining table for a big family dinner, relaxing with a book on the porch, or watching the kids play beneath the deck, Graley Cottage is designed for making memories together.

We hope you’ll fall in love with Graley Cottage just as our family has—and that you’ll want to come back year after year.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this cottage include an arcade/game room and charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smokers are subject to loss of damage deposit.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,141 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smokers are subject to loss of damage deposit.

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Graley Cottage - Beloved Oceanfront Family Beach House in Atlantic Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This was a lovely place for our family, what a great cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Graley Cottage! It was impeccably clean, beautifully decorated, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. The artwork added a warm, welcoming touch throughout the home.The location was excellent, convenient to shops and restaurants. The beach never felt overcrowded, making it easy to relax and enjoy the scenery.We will look forward to returning and highly recommend this cottage to anyone seeking a comfortable, well-appointed beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conner J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredible home. Very comfortable and conducive to our large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Another great weekend!

We are repeat visitors to this property and we always enjoy our stay. Stephanie is great to work with and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Family Gathering

Property was perfect. Lots of room and amenities. A classic beach cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Beautiful beachfront home

Graley Cottage is a beautiful, beachy, and welcoming home. The owner loves her home and it shows in details big and small.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Annual Trip

House Delivers every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Beautiful Home on the Beach

This was an excellent stay. We had a walking path directly to the beach. Sunsets on the back porch. Comfortably housed 11 people. The host was exceptional with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Great house, better location

This house is a great find. House is behind the dunes beach front with a huge backyard area. Kids loved it and we had a blast. Plenty of space inside the home and it is loaded with everything you need including beach toys and supplies. Great host, easy and quick communication.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

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

Comfy house

Property was clean, well organized, and well stocked. Property manager communicated very well. Description was accurate. Enjoyed the weekend at this property!! Be sure to go to the Atlantic Beach Seafood Market and get some Wicked Tuna Salad; soooo good!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

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

Wedding

Stayed with my family for our sons wedding at Dunes Club. Accurate description. Loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

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

Charm and Amenities Galore

We invited our adult children 5 grandchildren, and one boyfriend to stay with us. The house was perfect with separate spaces, comfortable beds, and amenities galore. The photos don't do it justice. The kitchen is small but efficient and very well stocked. We had everything we needed for the beach and a lot of extras. we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dottie C.

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

Charming Home at Atlantic Beach

We loved our stay at this charming home at Atlantic Beach. The house is beautiful with every thing you need for a week at the beach provided. We had every age and there was lots of privacy when needed. The living area was comfortable but we spent must of our time, when not on the beach, on the porch and deck. This home is in a nice area away from the crowds yet close to everything we needed in Atlantic Beach, Morehead City and Beaufort. Stephanie is a wonderful hostess! We finally found a beach house that we look forward to going back to year after year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

Family celebration for fathers 80th birthday

We chose this home for an extended family weekend to celebrate my fathers 80th birthday. As this is the first birthday after my mother passed away in December of 2022 (after 59 years of marriage), this time away as a family group was extremely important for all of us. Thank you for providing your lovely home as it was the perfect setting. There was absolutely nothing that could have been better for the family healing and celebration of our patriarch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Great house for Family Thanksgiving!!!

We live locally but wanted to be on the ocean for Thanksgiving. This house was perfect for our long weekend stay. The house was very clean. Everything was labeled nicely. We had a great time. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Wedding at Acquirium

The cottage was very nice, clean and great location. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor E.

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

Awesome stay

We very much enjoyed staying at this property. The house has everything you could ever need for a great beach vacation including being super clean. You can walk straight to the beach from the front of the house or the public access is 2 houses down and super easy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

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

The house had everything we needed and more.

It was a very clean & nice house. We all enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Family Beach Vacation

Our family just returned from another wonderful week at this house. Stephanie has done a great job furnishing the house and has not left out any detail. It definitely feels like a home away from home as opposed to a rental property. The location is A++. We've already booked again for next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Feels Like Home

This is our third stay at this property and we absolutely LOVE it! It's homey, beautifully decorated and stocked with the best of everything-linens, beach accessories, beach towels, chairs, etc.. Also, kitchen has everything you would have in your own home including a KitchenAid mixer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Beautiful house for a week at the beach

This is a beautiful house with upscale furnishings and a classic beach interior. The owner is a great communicator, and we enjoyed our stay so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful property with all the amenities and thoughtful little extras. Great location with a private beach access. Enough parking for three cars. Everything was well organized and the check in/out process was simple. Our family of seven enjoyed our week at this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth s.

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

Great Family House!

Love love this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Exceptional oceanfront cottage

Graley cottage is a beautiful and comfortable classic beach cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022