Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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No one enjoys packing their entire home to go on a family vacation, which is why we've designed Once Upon a Tide especially for families with little ones! Only 1 block from the pool, 4 blocks from the beach & overlooking a beautiful (fishable) lake - we have everything you need to enjoy a relaxing vacation with your family & friends. Our home features a stocked playroom, mini-cribs, blackout window treatments, high chairs, a booster seat & bouncer, safety gates, and so much more!
1st Floor: Playroom stocked with a train table, play kitchen + accessories, books, board games, floor & age-appropriate jigsaw puzzles, Nugget play couches, doll house + accessories, and more. There is also a storage closet with a wagon.
2nd Floor: Washer/Dryer. Bunk Room (master bedroom) with 2 full-over-full bunks and an ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower with handheld shower hose), 2 wardrobes and a closet. 2 King bedrooms with a shared full bathroom (toilet, shower/tub combo). King bedrooms both have dressers, closets, TVs and private access to balcony overlooking the lake. A mini crib is also available. The balcony has 6 Adirondack chairs with accent tables & 2 hammock chairs. All bedrooms have blackout window treatments.
3rd Floor: Master bedroom with a full ensuite bathroom (toilet & shower), mini crib, large walk-in closet, and blackout window treatments. A second Washer & Dryer are located in the master closet. Fully stocked kitchen with vaulted ceilings and adjacent dining room overlooking the lake. The dining table has seating for 10 & the bar has seating for 3. There are 2 high chairs & 1 booster seat available. The 3rd floor balcony also overlooks the lake and has a dining table with seating for 10. The cozy living room has a TV, an abundance of seating & board games for the whole family.
Outside: Parking for 5 vehicles, Tesla charging station (level 2 charger), charcoal grill, a digger toy for kids, an outdoor shower, rocking chairs, and a deck box filled with beach supplies, games, beach chairs, and a beach umbrella.
The entire home is setup with kids in mind. There are safety features throughout the home, age appropriate toys for children ages infant to ~10 y/o, games for the whole family, TV's with YoutubeTV + Apps, and more. A list of all children's amenities will be available prior to your stay.
We have one security camera on the front of the house, and one security camera on the back of the house. These devices will be on during your stay and are only used for security purposes. Private areas are not surveilled. Tampering with cameras is against our rules and will result in immediate eviction from the home.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Fenced private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Charcoal grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 2,400 square feet
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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets must be crated if left alone
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: 2 mini cribs provided; sheets not provided
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, 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
About the neighborhood
Located in Avon, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Avon travel guide
Does Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Playroom, Basketball & Pool; Lakefront w/ Sound & Sunset Views; Dog Friendly located?
This family-friendly Avon vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Surf's Up and Outer Banks Beaches. Avon Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 10 minutes.
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