Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach! - Vacation rental home in Avon, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1100 square feet

**New to Vacation Rental By Owner for 2024 and former 5-star home with Vacasa and Resort Realty **

Welcome to Finlandia! Finlandia is a dog-friendly Avon oceanside bungalow ready for you and your family to appreciate. Finlandia has its roots in - you guessed it - Finland. Read to the bottom to learn more.

Finlandia is close by local shopping, dining, grocery, and watersports. And of course, Finlandia is just steps away from one of the nicest (and widest) beaches on Hatteras Island, giving you access to countless beach days during your stay! Finlandia is also located about 1 mile north of the Avon Pier.

Inside Finlandia, you'll be greeted by an open living area complete with a flat-screen Intelligent TV and seating for the whole crew. When it's time for meals, the kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals during your stay including stainless steel appliances, a supplied kitchen, and both traditional and Keurig coffee makers. With breakfast bar seating for 4 along with dining room seating for 4 as well, everybody can savor meals together as a family.

Even better? Take advantage the gorgeous Hatteras Island weather and dine on the enormous private sundeck at the picnic table! At Finlandia, each bedroom is ideal for you to relax and relax after a fun-filled day on the Outer Banks. Additional amenities at Finlandia include an electric Weber grille, outdoor shower, fish cleaning table, Nest thermostat, and high-speed WiFi supplied by Silicon Travel with concierge service.

A little history:

All beams for the home were manufactured in Kokkola, Finland by a company named Bothniahouse. Bothniahouse was known for building log homes, still fashionable to this day in Finland. The logs made their way to the US and Finlandia was constructed on site in Avon. It reportedly may be the only home on the island like it.

While the home has been refreshed, some of the original features and details remain. All inside walls and ceilings are the original wood beams, In the back bedroom, you will even see the back of a stone fireplace that was at one time a centerpiece of the home. The laundry room was at one time a sauna room. If you look closely outside the home above the main door area, you will still see an exposed beam that has the original stamp from Kokkola, Finland and Bothniahouse.

We hope you appreciated reading about this little piece of history here on Hatteras Island.

Check out https://finlandiaobx.com/ to learn more.

Savor your stay at our home!

About the Area

Located in Avon, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. With kayaking, water skiing, and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the very best vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Hatteras area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Summer is high season in the Hatteras area. To get the best value, shift your vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Hatteras area visitors guides which often include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• First and foremost, have your family select a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Finlandia: 3BR Avon cottage. Dog-friendly - steps from pristine beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Hatteras vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking pages. If not, email the property management company before booking the vacation home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking

During your stay:

• Get the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your visit, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. E-mail the rental manager right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be respectful. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.