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The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.

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Property grounds
Beach
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, a stove, and a sink. There are two stools and a wooden dining table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Outer Banks Beaches
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Avon, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Air Sports
    ‪4 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.

3 Bedroom Beachbox Steps Away From Beach And Dairy Queen!

This 3 bedroom beachbox has everything you need on one floor. 1 queen, 1 double and 2 twin beds. Master has it's own half bath. a rollaway cot is also available. Linens are included in your rental fee. No need to remember which sheets to bring! Beds will be made up and ready for your arrival! Kitchen and living room have an open floor plan. Center island has three stools for chatting while cooking or an easy breakfast. All utensils and pots and pans are available. Just off the kitchen is a huge screened in porch and on the front of the house there is a wide open deck, great for taking in some rays or having an afternoon cocktail while listening to the waves. There is also a newly built outside shower with plenty of hooks and a changing area. Property is the 3rd back from the beach on a quiet cul-de-sac. Just 75 feet takes you to a boardwalk/beach over a flat dune. You won't find a more comfortable home. Bonus * at the end of the street is a Dairy Queen!

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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
Small-Med sized dogs, (kennel when left alone)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed, even on porch.
Dog kennel under master bedroom bed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1959041vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 cottage is near the beach. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ocean Air Sports and Hatteras Island Boardsports are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, windsurfing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Avon, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Avon Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Air Sports - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Studio 12 - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Avon Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Froggy Dog - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tico Taco - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Avon Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Ocean Air Sports and Pamlico Sound are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tipsey is close to the beach, it was very clean with updated kitchen floor and a new refrigerator. The owner responds quickly when contacted. I look forward to next year at Tipsey Pelican.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An adorable beach cottage! Very comfortable and stocked well. Close to the beach, too!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Our favorite cottage

Great location, cute cottage and super cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter & Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely our favorite cottage in Avon! Close to the beach with a cozy cottage feel and close to all the shops and restaurants. Jeff is a wonderful owner and easy to communicate with! We already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jimi d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the options of a screened in porch and open porch! Over all the house was great. I have it on my list of potential stays if I go back to avon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Best cottage ever

It’s our 4th time staying at The Tipsy Pelican and we absolutely love it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dinara S.

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

fantastic week, despite hurricane

beautiful place, pets are allowed, wonderful location, a lot of things to do around. We enjoyed our stay and will come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great beach haven!

We have been coming to the Tipsy Pelican for 3 years now and love the memories we have made there. It's clean, cozy and convenient to both the beach (easy walk) and the amenities of Avon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tipsy Pelican review

Great owners great location and cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Close, easy walk to the beach. Very clean! A few minor inconveniences and the porch could use some work but overall a very well-kept house. Perfect for our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April N.

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

Great time!

We had a great week in this very comfortable home! It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah T.

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

Great spot for dogs, close to the beach

We had a great time relaxing at the Tipsy Pelican. The outdoor and screened in porches were great and we were pleasantly surprised to find a washer and dryer. The 1.5 baths were enough for us and the walk to the beach is quick and easy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonalynn h.

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

Tipsy Pelican Review

It was a great vacation property that held my small friend group. Very close stay to the beach and was helpful with not needing to drive. Cute small beach town that makes it feel like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Cute cozy cottage

Cute cozy cottage. Close to beach access. House well supplied. Allows our 4 legged family!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey A.

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

The perfect getaway

This is a great house! Very clean, kitchen well stocked, beds are comfortable and it is in the perfect location. Not a far walk to the beach and only a short drive to the sound. Grocery store is not far. Avon is a great little town to stay in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Beach vacay

We have been coming to OBX for over 20 years, and Avon for over 13. We enjoyed the convenience of the location of the property, and the quaint aspect of Tipsy Pelican. Other than the miscommunication in regards to having the home cleaned in time for our check in, we had a fantastic time, and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house is in need of a deep clean. The owners rely on the previous guests to clean the cutlery, and obviously never checking on the cleanliness of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

First time in OBX

We had a great experience at the Tipsy Pelican and in the OBX! The house is in a great location to walk to the beach! It offers all the amenities you would expect and anything you would need in the kitchen! There were plenty of books and games to borrow as well. We enjoyed the screened in space outside in the evenings. Overall, a great experience! Definitely coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and well appointed

The owners communicated very well prior to our stay. We loved the location. The beach home was steps from the public access walk through dunes to land directly on the beach. Avon is the perfect speed for us. The area had an assortment of nice boutiques and shops and restaurants. We recommend Oceania Bistro, Ninos Pizza and Pangea Tavern. The house was well appointed and exactly as advertised. The outside shower was super convenient for washing after a long day at the beach. Cute decor. We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

David W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location.. A bit dirty

The family had a great week at the beach. Location was great. The house was right size for a 5 person family. The one complaint was cleanliness of the property. There were cigarette butts all over the outside. We found trash and used q-tips on the floor. The screens on the porch also had holes leading to bugs getting in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2022
Hello, I’m very sorry to here your stay did not go as it should have. All I ask in the future is to be notified of any problems in real time so I may address them accordingly. Best regards, Jeff Homme
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Z.

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

Leave Your Worries Behind

This was our first visit to this home and it won't be the last. It was very clean and had everything we needed. I loved the decor throughout the house. The screened in porch was nice to relax with a glass of wine. It also helped with keeping beach towels, flip flops, etc. out of the house to avoid tracking in the sand. The only complaint and it had absolutely nothing to do with the property, was the extremely hot sand from the dune to the beach. We had a very hot week, temps with humidity in excess of 100 for a few days. If you have little ones, please be aware.. Our family enjoyed the Dairy Queen at the end of the street. We had some really nice meals at Pangea Tavern, The Froggy Dog, Oceana's Bistro and Ketch 55. A visit to Stu's Food Truck at the Avon Pier is a MUST! And, we had the best steamed shrimp from Sunrise Seafood. I would recommend this place for a laid- back relaxing vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tina H.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Nice little house surrounded by taller homes

Bottom line - We enjoyed our stay. It’s decorated cute and is a fine size for 3 couples. However, the house wasn’t the cleanest: -We moved the twin beds together to find a dead cockroach under the bed. -Dishes weren’t clean (this is the responsibility of the renters and isn’t quality checked) and the floors and kitchen could use a good cleaning. -We were missing pillow cases in our linen package. -Bring hand soap and laundry detergent as it’s not included. You’ll probably also need more toilet paper than what is provided. Also we did not receive our check in information/email in advance but I called the hosts the day of arrival and they told me the code to get in. I’m guessing there’s some kind of glitch in the system because they said they sent it and resent it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time at this property. So close to the beach and we went down multiple times a day. The house was clean and had great A/C. The enclosed porch area was a big plus to keep bugs out. We will consider this place again and recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurie b.

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

Perfect beachside spot!

This was a great spot three homes from the beach. Quiet neighborhood street. Easy beach access. Close to all the restos and Food Lion. Had plenty of kitchen equipment and diverse seating areas - open, screened porch, and indoor. Loved our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl S.

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

Love this house

Clean, updated, close to the water, what's not to love?
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

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