AVON RETREAT, SOUNDVIEW AVON, NC

We had a pleasant stay this past weekend!

We loved our stay! The place was so cute and I loved all the cool antiques especially the beautiful doll house. There are so many light switches but you get used to them pretty quickly.

Fabulous!

Host contact is beyond amazing. Was accommodating for s small issue we had the day of arrival. The sunsets and decks are amazing. Close to everything with great food nearby. We saw many deer! Easy to be here, quirky but again very OBX. Don’t miss the outdoor shower-weLoved it. Thank you for having us in your home!

Our family of four (two girls, 6 and 8) had a lovely stay at this cute home. We loved the big decks, stunning sunsets, and view of the marshland over to the sound. To be clear, there is no sound access from this house, but that was not expected on our part. The neighborhood is quiet and the house itself is tucked back behind tall trees and shrubs. We really liked the trees. Be aware, you'll need to haul all of your luggage over the pathways up the house, and then up one or two flights of stairs. There was a wheelbarrow waiting for us to use to help move the luggage from the parking area to the house. If you have mobility issues, this is not the house for you. The outdoor shower was amazing and we used it every day after the beach! The kitchen had a decent assortment of pots, pans, etc. We cooked most of our meals, so we used the kitchen a lot. No dishwasher, but that was in the listing, so not a complaint. There were zero left over spices/salt/pepper that we have commonly found in other rental homes, so make sure you bring absolutely everything you need to cook. We adored all of the quirky cat paintings, figurines, decorations that are all over the house. There are an INSANE number of light switches in this house, many of which appear to do nothing at all. Took a little time to figure out how to turn some things on and off, but we got it sorted for the most part. The owner was responsive to my questions, and we also enjoyed riding the provided bikes. We hope to return!

Sunset, sunset, yoga, good food at pop’s , breakwater, kite surfing, wing surf… fun. Beautiful time! Thank you.

Loved the view and sunsets from the upper deck and kitchen area. House was clean and as advertised. Nice quite neighborhood and close to lighthouses, national park beaches, food store and restaurants. Could have used better lighting in the kitchen area for at night, but otherwise enjoyed our stay.

Our 2nd time staying here, and it felt like our home-away-from-home. The view, cleanliness, and overall aesthetic of the big house made for another great week in Avon.

This is a great place for a family vacation. House is roomy and laid out to give everyone a little privacy with bedrooms on 3 floors. Beds were very comfortable and I didn't mind having to get/bring our own linens. The walk from the parking area to the house wasn't bad. We did use the wheelbarrow when unloading because we got there late and we were happy for a couple fewer trips. The view over the sound was great - we saw a nice buck hanging out in the marsh behind the house one morning! Katherine was very responsive and helpful in giving some tips before we arrived. The people commenting on the decor need to lighten up. If you want a sterile place, stay in a hotel. It's a little quirky and fun and in no way detracts from the rental.

This really was an awesome getaway! The listing description is very accurate. The landscape views of the sound and marsh are amazing. Having three spacious rooms on different levels were great for our family, giving everyone their own private space as well as a huge open space to gather together for meals, games and movie watching. The quaint village of Avon provides just the right amount of good restaurants, coffee shops, and a 24 hour Food Lion. The beaches on the Ocean side are very nice and there's also National Park's sound side beach where you can escape the powerful waves. And if you like fishing, the Avon pier is a great place to get your catch. This is definitely a great OBX trip!