Oceanfront Buxton - Dog Friendly, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Boardwalk to Beach - Vacation rental home in Buxton, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 7 Bedrooms
• 7 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4484 square feet

OCEANFRONT Buxton- Old Lighthouse Rd. - You'll be one step closer to heaven in this one-of-a-kind, spectacular oceanfront getaway. DUNE CRAB is not packed with bedrooms, at 4,484 sq. ft.; it was designed for you to find your own space, indoors or out, in every season. This broad four-level handicap-friendly home has an elevator for painless access to all levels of the home. Make a splash in the glimmering private pool with calming constructed-in whirlpool, or lounge around on the cavernous poolside patio with tiki bar. The first floor has a game room with wet bar, pool table, TV, queen futon, half bath and laundry area. The second level has an handsome media area with huge screen TV, comfortable seating and couch bed; three bedrooms (each with private bath) - two are suites with ocean vistas that open onto a shaded oceanside deck. The third level is the heart of the home. It has a giant great room with couches, an open kitchen with wrap around bar and wall to wall glass for unparalleled Atlantic vistas opening onto a wide furnished oceanfront deck. Dine indoors on the enormous indoor table, the modest breakfast table, or just outside on the south side screened porch with hammock, which is just off of the kitchen. The fourth level features two additional master suites (one with handicap friendly bath) and more oceanside seating with countless vistas, opening to a furnished sundeck with a hot tub. (Fireplaces seen in photos are not for guest use.)

New for 2025: Dune Crab will be dog friendly in 2025!
New for 2023: New floor throughout. New pool decking and fencing.

(5 masters) 1 king, 1 king, 1 king, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunk beds, 1 queen futon (game room), 1 queen couch bed (media area)
Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths included all year. Additional linens and towels available for rent.

Non-smoking
7 TVs
DVD players
Stereo/CD players
Wet bar with mini refrigerator and microwave
Game room with pool table
Screened porch with hammock
Grille - gas
Outdoor shower
Jacuzzi
Electronic keyless door lock
Wireless high speed internet access
Elevator
Handicap friendly
16' x 30' Private swimming pool with constructed-in whirlpool (Open March 29 - October 31, 2025; Heat available)
Poolside tiki bar
6-Person hot tub
Boardwalk to the beach
Pillows and blankets
Premier welcome bag
Dog friendly

Dogs are welcome for a fee of $200/dog/week.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the weekly dog fee is already supplied in your booking summary when selecting 'Yes' to family pets. The $200 weekly fee will apply for each additional dog.

*Please note that this property has a pool that can be heated for $600. Pool heaters, when pool heat is purchased, are set to 80 degrees, but pool temperature cannot be guaranteed.

This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.

More payment options available after booking.

Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-returnable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home with a coverage limit of $3,000. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.

More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your e-mail. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.

About the Area

Located in Buxton, this vacation home is on the beach. Buxton Woods Nature Trail and Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buxton Seafood and Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts. Surf's Up and Hatteras Island Boardsports 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

2 total pets

Our top Rental property booking tips:

How to get the best rental value:

• June, July, and August are high season in Buxton. Book your Hatteras vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Hatteras vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Hatteras area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Hatteras visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides contain offers and deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and choose a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Oceanfront Buxton - Dog Friendly, Elevator, Pool, Hot Tub, Boardwalk to Beach has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Hatteras vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property management company before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your vacation.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a property that allows animals. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas when you arrive. Speak to the property manager right away to record your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to drive new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.