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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Columbia, NC
  • Place, Palmetto-Peartree Preserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Tyrrell County Visitor Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Vineyards On The Scuppernong
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Bay House

Relax with the whole family or a group of friends at this peaceful place to stay. Located in Bulls Bay on the Albemarle Sound. Less than 1 hour west of OBX.

Cozy home perfect for your next vacation with amazing views of the bay. Two bedrooms with king size beds and one room with a set of full size mattress bunk beds. Home designed for quality family time in the open concept full kitchen and living area. The large screened in porch allows for greater gathering space to dine out and relax. Fishing pier and water access. Come visit our peaceful retreat and enjoy a painted sky with amazing Eastern NC sunrises and sunsets.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Somerset Place and Newbold-White House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pettigrew State Park and Palmetto-Peartree Preserve.
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Columbia, NC

What's nearby

  • Palmetto-Peartree Preserve - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Tyrrell County Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Vineyards On The Scuppernong - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Pettigrew State Park - 20 min drive - 13.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Blue 252 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Crossing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Barnyard Betsy’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stick Burnin - BBQ Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bay House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Bay House?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay House on May 3, 2026 start from $357, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bay House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bay House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pettigrew State Park, Palmetto-Peartree Preserve, and Tyrrell County Visitor Center. Vineyards On The Scuppernong and Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blessed

The property, the location - all beautiful. A home, a respite, very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond amazing!

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Bay House. The views were amazing ... the house was comfortable and beautiful. Absolutely could not have been better. Thank you, Janna and Justin!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful house and we had a great time. Everything about getting in and taking care of the place was easy and we appreciate it. The layout is stunning and fun for all. I would happily stay again. Additionally, the whole neighborhood is nice and quaint. A fun vibe with character.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing family vacation spot!

We had an amazing 6day,5 night stay at the Bay House. What an amazing size for my family of 5 and our friends family of 3. The two bathrooms a huge plus. Kitchen had everything we needed and more. After kids went to bed the porch overlooking the sound was the perfect spot for the adults to hang and play games the rest of the night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing and peaceful. Loved the porch swing and close proximity to the water. It’s a quiet area but that’s what we wanted. Clean & well-appointed, rooms were a bit smaller than we were expecting but they were comfortable and clean. The kitchen was superb: modern and fully stocked. The hosts thought of it all, even a frozen pizza and bottle of wine were there on arrival. Hospitality A TYSM
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely recommended

Loved the location, and the updated kitchen is a dream. We cooked a lot and we had access to everything we needed. Everything was well kept and clean, and the common areas were extra great for hanging out and relaxing. Neighborhood was quiet and felt very safe. Place is easy to find and has great views over the water. Communication with owners was easy and quick. We'd stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Bay House

If you are looking for a peaceful, clean place to relax near Columbia on the Albemarle Sound. then Bay House is your place. Our family of 4 spent 7 nights there and enjoyed it tremendously! We spent a lot of time at OBX so there is some driving involved but we saw a lot of the area, including seeing 3 bears along the way. We did not have any issues with our stay and Janna even helped us arrange some water sports rental since we were not familiar with area!Thanks Janna and Justin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Perfect little getaway for me, my husband, daddy and our fur babies. The Bay House is absolutely one charming little home. The home was immaculate, fully stocked with supplies and the view was incredible. Fishing was good, caught a good variety from the pier. Coffee early in the am, on the screened porch and watching dolphins swimming was no doubt the best! Definitely will be going back, soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Janna and Justin Spruill

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