Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.
This attractive home is right across from the Avon Pier and just down the street from the community pool - exactly what you've been hoping to find for a long and rejuvenating getaway to Avon! The living room is tastefully dressed in lots of comfortable furniture and coastal decor, with beautiful floors, high ceilings, and lots of natural light throughout. Watch a good movie or show on the wall-mounted TV or head out to the private balcony for a taste of the salty sea air while you savor a delicious beverage. The kids will love eating their afternoon snacks on the full kitchen's four breakfast bar stools while you take advantage of the ample counter space and appliances to prepare a mouthwatering meal for everyone to enjoy at the dining room table with seating for six. Spend the day on the beach then come back to spritz away the sand via the outdoor shower. The private washer and dryer will make it easy to pack light and the free WiFi will keep everyone connected and happy during your stay. Download a good playlist to your device for a trip to the shared pool or for a long walk to explore the area. The fish-cleaning station will help you make short work of today's fresh catch. Canadian Hole is less than 10 minutes away and is a great place for kiteboarding and windsurfing.
Things to Know While this is a no pet home, in the un-rented offseason, the owner does stay in the home with pets.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Avon
Located in Avon, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Hatteras Island Boardsports and Surf's Up are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Hatteras Island Boardsports - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Avon Fishing Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Studio 12 - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Surf's Up - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Restaurants
The Froggy Dog - 19 min walk
Tico Taco - 9 min walk
Diamond Shoals Restaurant - 9 min drive
Mad Crabber Restaurant - 10 min walk
Oceana’s Bistro - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool?
As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool on 10 Jun 2026 start from £141, 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.
Is Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Prickly Pear 723: Nestled between beach & sound w/shared pool located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Hatteras Island Boardsports and Outer Banks Beaches. Avon Fishing Pier and Studio 12 are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great space for a family with kids and a close walk to the Avon Pier, local shops and restaurants. Would highly recommend.
John A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aaron R.
9 Oct 2024
Hidden but close to everything
A great hidden gem with easy access to everything. The house was clean and in excellent condition. Parking was easy and we all had room. I highly recommended it and would stay here again.
Aaron R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth K.
5 Jul 2023
Perfect vacation home
We loved staying at prickly pear! Great amount of space with three bedrooms plenty of beds. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and there were tons of games to keep our littles occupied. Definitely would stay here again - location was perfect just a couple blocks to the beach/Avon pier.
Elizabeth K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Amanda H.
21 Jul 2025
Great location!
Great location and perfect for little families. Loved the tv’s in the rooms. The screened in porch was a nice morning coffee spot. A ceiling fan on the porch would be the only thing in would add to the home. The downstairs shower and hoses were a nice way to clean up after a day at the beach.
Amanda H.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Hello Amanda, thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that the location and family-friendly features, like the TVs in the rooms and the screened-in porch, made your stay enjoyable. Your idea about adding a ceiling fan to the porch is a wonderful suggestion — we truly appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along to our local team. It’s great to know the downstairs shower and hoses helped you freshen up after your beach days.
We hope to welcome you and your family back for another relaxing stay soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa D.
8 Jun 2022
Beautiful home in great location!
Wonderful vacation in OBX! Home was beautiful and super clean upon arrival. Bonus was the screened in porch. Walking distance to Avon pier, beach, and restaurants.
Melissa D.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jerry A.
23 Oct 2022
Great place
Perfect size for couple or small family. Convenient fishing, groceries and shopping. Clean well-kept home.
Jerry A.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rachel A.
14 Jul 2024
Prickly Pear
My family enjoyed our stay here. It’s in a great location. The screened in deck and outdoor shower were lovely. There was more than enough room for our family of three.
A dream rental. Spotless to the point it felt like we were the first people to ever sleep there!
Elizabeth A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samsel D.
23 Jul 2023
Perfect spot for beach lovers
This property is located in a perfect spot for beach lovers. There are not the crowds and congestion found in other areas of OBX. There are plenty of places to get necessities and several good restaurants within walking distance. We especially liked to local seafood store.
Samsel D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JOSEPH H.
29 Sept 2024
Clean and updated unit
Rental was immaculate and very comfortable. Spent most of the time on the porch. Close to most shops and beach. Nicely decorated.
JOSEPH H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ilya S.
4 Nov 2024
Amazing house just minutes from Avon Pier
This is an absolute gem of a house that we ran into purely by accident while trying to find where to stay for a short extended weekend break. It was available exactly for the days we needed for, so we jumped in and never regretted it! The house was very clean and had everything one may need for any stay, be it a quick fishing trip or a week-long family vacation! We will definitely try to book it next time we are in Avon!
Ilya S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
17 Jun 2022
Beautiful home away from home
This house was gorgeous, spacious, and comfortable inside and out. The outdoor shower was so nice to have after coming back from the beach and the washer and dryer made it so that I didn’t have to take back tons of dirty laundry. The kitchen was clean and organized and every room was beautifully decorated with comfortable beds. This house made our vacation the most fabulous one yet.
Amanda B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
28 Sept 2022
Prickly Pear 723
Great house. Had a great vacation. The kitchen could use a few more amenities - a blender, measuring cup, but overall really nice.
Mark M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Crystal M.
22 Aug 2022
Perfect
My husband, 20 month old, and two friends stayed here in August. It was clean upon our arrival. Located close enough to walk to some shops, the pier, and restaurants. The shared pool was nice and was very close by as well. We will be rebooking in the future.
The only thing I would recommend is a grill for guests, hair dryer, cleaners need to move coffee tables and chairs to clean, basic things like salt and pepper and more guest towels. This home sleeps 8 but only offered exactly 8 towels.
Loved the ability to use the V-Kay credit for bike rentals. The decor and furniture were very nice. Location was super convenient to all local activities. The beaches in the area are absolutely beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Katie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Justine B.
27 Jul 2024
Amazing family vacations
The house was perfect for our family of 5!
Super clean. Recent construction. Loved the screen porch!
Avon beach just the other side of the road!
A bath tub would be awsome! ;)
Thank you for the great memories! It was perfect!!!
:)
Justine B.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kevin J.
9 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Hot
Hard to sleep when it's 80 degrees in the house and you have no control of the air conditioner.
Kevin J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara R.
4 Jul 2023
Awesome Beach House
Beautiful new, modern beach house, we loved our stay here. Quick walk to the beach. We had some rainy days, so we enjoyed the Roku TV. This house is great, the only negative we found is there’s no ice maker in the freezer and only tiny, cracked ice trays, so we bought bagged ice. A few suggestions I have for improvement would be a ceiling fan on the screened-in porch along with some string lights or dimmers on the overhead lights out there, and maybe some dimmers on the kitchen lights. The downstairs area under the house was great for cleaning up beach equipment, plus there’s plenty of room to hang out there if you had chairs and maybe a corn hole game! Not sure when we’ll make it back to Avon, but we’d definitely stay here again.
Barbara R.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Hi Barbara, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, though we sincerely apologize for the issues that prevented you from fully enjoying your stay. We passed your comments regarding the ice-maker in the freezer and the ceiling fan on the screened-in porch along to our local manager to review. We appreciate your preferences as a means to continually improve. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Thelma H.
24 May 2022
Away from home home
The location was very clean and had all that we needed. We had a couple of safety concerns. There should be a light at the top of the stairs for the rear kitchen entrance. The rear kitchen door has a door jam that is not always easy to navigate and someone could easily trip and fall on the steep stairs. Also, we recommend a handrail that goes the full length of the staircase on the rear entrance. We recommend a better quality of linens and towels. The screen door on the porch needs a better latch. During a storm, it kept banging and was not easy to close.
Thelma H.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thelma, we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We would have been happy to assist with any concerns if we had been notified during your time with us. We're always trying to improve our homes and services and rely on guest experiences to help us know how to best do that. We hope to host you again.
Beautiful house! Modern coastal vibe. Looks brand new! Very clean. Great location across from the pier in Avon, nearby restaurants and grocery store.
The only problem was one of the smoke detectors started beeping, we tried calling the local office, two numbers on our reservation and the local office giving us another number to call. I talked to 3 different people that said they would call me back when someone was on the way to repair it. No one ever came or called. Very poor communication on who or what number to call for assistance and/or service. I’m glad it wasn’t an emergency!