Comfy Cottage for the Perfect Hatteras Vacation! - Vacation rental home in Frisco, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1760 square feet

Turning Point, a Terrific Hatteras Rental!
Sat - Sat Summer Units; shorter stays available in the off-season.
Extensive cleaning protocols in place.
True Rental By Owner (no link to a property management company with additional costs). Feel complimentary to contact me if you have any questions about the home. Posted prices include cleaning and linens, no additional costs!

Turning Point is located in the peaceful, beautiful, family-friendly Brigands' Bay neighborhood, which has spectacular vistas, gnarled old live oak trees, Pamlico Sound access, and is ideal for walkers, runners, bikers, kayakers, and kids.

You'll have plenty of space to relax at Turning Point! We don’t have any fancy stuff -- no hot tub, pool, game room, home theater, or video library. We do have a comfortable, homey, well-maintained, and clean Hatteras beach bungalow that is ideal for your family vacation! And tons of books to savor while you're here! The rooms are enormous, and the furnishings are tasteful. You won’t feel busy here. We cater to folks who want to come hang out, appreciate, and discover the beach, the sound, the neighborhood, and all the adventure this special island has to offer.

The huge great room has sliding glass doors that open onto a waterfront deck and onto a furnished screened porch. It has a intelligent TV with cable and Wi-Fi service, as well as shelves of books, games, and jigsaw puzzles.

The well-equipped kitchen has ample counter, cabinet, and pantry space, a roomy island, and is very well outfitted with everything you will need for your stay. The dining room table has seating for 8 and opens onto the screened porch which has a picnic table for 6 - 8, plus additional seating. There are also 3 bar stools at the island in the kitchen.

There are three roomy bedrooms and two full baths. The master bedroom (queen bed, TV) and bath are downstairs. The two bedrooms upstairs open onto a balcony that overlooks the family room. One bedroom has a queen bed and pullout couch, the other bedroom has a queen bed, single loft bed, and a set of bunk beds. There is a sizable jack-and-jill bathroom. Upstairs and downstairs you will find a fire escape ladder and a box fan in the bedroom closets.

You can fish and crab from the dock on the canal, with its fish-cleaning table and bench. Tie up your boat at the dock and have access to the Pamlico Sound for more fishing, crabbing, and clamming, or just exploring the shore. You'll appreciate the two 2-person kayaks for exploring the Pamlico Sound, and four bicycles for exploring the neighborhood by street.

We take pride in maintaining our home and ensure broad cleaning protocols in place. Posted rates include cleaning, bed linens, and bath towels - no additional costs! We are a True Rental By Owner (no link to a property management company with additional costs). Feel complimentary to contact me if you have any questions about the home.

Come to Turning Point and enjoy the laid-back island lifestyle at its best – for as long as you can stay!

Please note:
~ Guests must be 24 years of age or older to rent our home.
~ For safety and security of our home, we have installed 2 security cameras OUTSIDE only, one showing the driveway and front steps, one showing the rear steps and yard. We do not monitor these throughout the week. Please don't hesitate to ask for more information if you have questions or concerns.

And, if you're still sticking with reading this, here are a few recent comments from our Guest Book over the years!

The Garners
"This was our third visit to Turning Point...You can't beat the "flavor" of this home for OBX. Big thanks to Kathleen for carrying on the rental of this special place. so many family memories have been made here."

The Marsans (Michigan)
"We wanted a warm, sunny, calming beach vacation, and Hatteras Island delivered! We were happy to splash in the ocean waves and spend evenings relaxing and reading. Turning Point was a great location, had everything we needed and then some. Coming from up north, we appreciated getting a flavor of the Carolina coast."

The Collins
"What a enchanting week at Turning Point! In five years, we have been here (Hatteras) nine times, and five times at Turning Point. We return year after year wondering why it is that these vacations leave us so much more fulfilled than any other exotic or remote place we have ever been to (including Virgin Islands and Antigua)!"

The Jernigans (NC)
We've had a fun week here at Turning Point! We have been coming to the Outer Banks since we were kids, but this is the first time staying south on Hatteras Island, We adored the slower pace and less busy beaches and highway. Our four boys (ages 6 - 13) thoroughly appreciated the dock out back ... and the beach was great. The bungalow was very roomy and well-equipped."

The O'Rourkes
"We appreciated your home, everything we needed was here! We kayaked, biked, bbq'd, casual, read all the books on the Outer Banks. Turning Point is ideal for living life in the slow lane, or as you say yourself, "Island Time." Turning Point feels like a home, not a rental."

The Harshes, (NC)
"This is our second year visiting in Hatteras and this home. We completely adored the serenity of the neighborhood, friendliness of the people, and great accommodations. The home offered everything we needed."

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Brigands' Bay, a neighborhood in Frisco. Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts and Scotch Bonnet Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve. Buxton Seafood and Frisco Native American Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Rental home booking tips:

When to go & When to reserve a Hatteras rental home:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in Frisco. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is a good way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Hatteras area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines contain discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to choose the perfect vacation rental in the Hatteras area:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Comfy Cottage for the Perfect Hatteras Vacation! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the host before reserving the home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Know before you go:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many issues.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good ratings to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.