reviews for: listing #27662 - Figure Eight Island, North Carolina Cottage rental
- bedrooms 3
- pool no
- type Cottage
- baths 2
- hot tub no
- community Figure 8 Island
- sleeps 6
- pets allowed no
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rates (USD)
$250
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$450
/nt
$1,720 - $2,800 /wk
Perfect getaway
lanwin
(Durham, NC)
Review submitted: August 25, 2012
Date of arrival: August 19, 2012
Our week at the Bay House with our two teenage sons took us back to a simpler time on the island when the houses were more functional than flashy and landscaping was all native and natural. The owners have done an excellent job of maintaining the home's older charm while keeping all the amenities current. The place was amazingly clean and comfortable. We especially loved the outdoor shower, close beach access and upstairs master retreat. The owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and promptly addressed our questions. Tranquil. Simple. Private. Perfect. Can't wait to return.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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perfect for a family with kids
bart s.
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Review submitted: August 8, 2012
Date of arrival: August 4, 2012
We came over from europe and were very pleased. The description on this website of the house is accurate and complete. The property and beach is extremely quite and there are hardly any people on the beach. More 'private' is not possible.
You will not miss a swimming pool. Although there is a swimming pool at the yacht club, but we were not allowed to use it.
The owners were very nice to us and did everything to make our stay a very pleasant stay.
Recommended for: families with young children, families with teenagers
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Private beach, close to nature
Family of 7
(Ohio)
Review submitted: April 3, 2012
Date of arrival: July 30, 2011
Relaxing vacation across the street from a nearly empty beach, even in summer. Family loved getting close to nature: saw turtles hatch, swam with a manatee, chased crabs across the sand. Home is accurately described as "functional beach house" which worked great for us -- no white carpets for the kids to trash or fragile objects they could break. Friendly owner stopped by to make sure everything was perfect. We also used the island's bike paths daily. If you are looking to escape from the real world to a private paradise, this is the island to visit!
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway
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Helpful votes: 2 / 2
Great beach weekend...
Andrew
(Chicago, IL)
Review submitted: October 12, 2011
Date of arrival: September 16, 2011
My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay at the Bay House. The owners were very accommodating throughout and we enjoyed being directly across the street from a boardwalk leading to a deserted beach. The house was rustic (though not too rustic - internet & a flatscreen) and charming. Because the owners have left the maritime vegetation grow up, the house feels very secluded and private. I didn't bring any fishing gear because this was a quick romantic getaway, but maybe I should have since we sat on the dock at sunset and watched as fish jumped all around. The dock also makes it a perfect spot for a pick-up/drop-off by a charter service. Between the privacy and ease of access to a great beach, we felt that it was a great value.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway
Owners response: Thanks! Glad ya'll had fun - fall is great at the beach!
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AMAZING WEEKEND!!!!
Proano's
(Hickory NC)
Review submitted: June 2, 2011
Date of arrival: May 27, 2011
So we found the Bay House by chance, and we are so glad we did it. We spend 5 nights in the amazing Cottage and it was superb. We have not had such a great time in a while. The rooms were perfect for our family of 5. The baby had his own room with the baby crib the house provided. Our girls shared the 2nd room, and with my wife we enjoyed the master in the 2nd floor. The ocean was perfect and to round up our vacation we even saw dolphin swimming literally 20 feet away from us. Thank you Paula and Jim for such great hospitality. We are already planning our 2nd visit hopefully no later than October.
We highly recommend this Piece of Paradise to anyone interested in a relaxing time.
Lucas, Emilia, Carmen, Marcia and Cristian
Recommended for: adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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Weekend at the Bay House
David P.
(Greensboro,NC, USA)
Review submitted: November 22, 2010
Date of arrival: November 12, 2010
What a great place to getaway and enjoy this beautiful island. Located right across the street from the ocean, and the sound at your back deck. We've stayed here twice and look forward to coming again. next time we'll bring our boat since they have a boat dock.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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The Bay House: an Island Haven
Kae
(Durham, NC)
Review submitted: July 20, 2010
Date of arrival: July 10, 2010
We, three generations of us, had a happy time at the Bay House. The house is comfortable, easygoing, and attractive, nestled among its native plants and trees, with the bay at its feet and the beautiful ocean beach only steps away. Its owners' warmth and hospitality made our stay all the more pleasant. Highly recommend.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway
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AWESOME HOME
Thurbs
(Columbia, SC)
Review submitted: June 13, 2010
Date of arrival: June 9, 2010
We just got home from a great house on a beautiful private island! The Bay House is so quaint and cozy. It was a perfect place for our vacation. The sound was beautiful and we enjoyed much of our time on the dock and swimming area. We also loved the beautiful secluded beach only a walk across the street. The white sands and crystal clear water were amazing! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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Helpful votes: 1 / 1
Great Views of the Bay and Marsh
Erin and Woody
(Wilmnigton, NC)
Review submitted: March 6, 2010
Date of arrival: March 30, 2008
The Bay House offers great views from the deck of this wonderful beach cottage. The house is clean and well-maintained. We loved having access to the dock for a boat or kayaks, which got us to the adjacent tidal marsh. Service from the owners was great - there were even fresh flowers in the house upon our arrival!
Recommended for: age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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Unique bay house
John Thomas
(Greensboro, NC)
Review submitted: March 1, 2010
Date of arrival: August 20, 2009
Very lovely quaint house with dock on waterway and short walk to beach. Owners were very accommodating and friendly, and made our visit very enjoyable. I was there with my wife while I was doing business in Wilmington and we had a great time. House has all the amenities of home and we'll go back again.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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Helpful votes: 4 / 5
Stay at Bay House
John Thomas
(Greensboro, NC)
Review submitted: February 28, 2010
Date of arrival: August 8, 2009
Very unique and quaint. Owners were extremely accomodating and made our stay extra fun. Would recommend to anyone.
Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, pet-friendly, romantic getaway
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