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The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina

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A two-story building with a wooden deck and a covered area for vehicles.
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign reading "The Docks".
A room with wooden paneling, a red folding chair, a lamp on a dresser, and a window with a view.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, white cabinets, and a window providing natural light.
A cabin interior with wooden walls, a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a television.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Outer Banks Beaches
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Buxton, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buxton Woods Nature Trail
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk bed room

4 Single Bunk Beds

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina

Fully furnished cottage on Hatteras Island including dishwasher and washer& dryer. Rents Saturday to Saturday. Ocean view. Short walk to beach on private residential street.

The cottage has Wi-Fi and Roku Smart TV and other amenities. See lists for details.

This cottage works well with one to two couples with children. A large group of adults may find it confining due to the bathroom space and the bedroom arrangements. Please study the photos and descriptions before making a reservation decision.

This is a No Pets Cottage.



o Two enclosed outdoor showers
o Three bedrooms -guests supply sheets and towels (local rental service available)
Queen sized bed
Two twin beds
Two bunk beds


o One and one-half baths
o Laundry room with scrub sink
o Smart Roku Television/Stereo
o Deck
o No Pets/Tobacco-free



Rates: $1,400

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
This is a No Pets Cottage.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is OK outside the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 24450
Property # 506109vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this cottage is near the beach. Studio 12 and Kinnakeet Clay Works are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Buxton Seafood. Ready for a night out? Consider Breakwater Restaurant and Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Buxton, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tavern on 12 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Docks Cottage - Hatteras Island, North Carolina located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Buxton Woods Nature Trail. Lighthouse Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly! The short walk to the beach was amazing! Definitely would stay here again! Communication with the host was always quick!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and very spacious. A great location and everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean well equipped very close to beach. Excellent communication with host. Will definitely book there again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, walking steps to the beach and water. Very close to all the amenities you might need during your stay. The house is very clean and comfortable for lounging in. The outdoor showers and hoses were perfect to keep the sand out of the house. The house is fully stocked with the exception of linens, towels, dish, hand towels. (Which we knew to take our own). You should also be prepared to take your own TP, paper towels, dish, hand, laundry soap as well as extra garbage bags. Communication with the owner was fantastic, answered any questions we had. The home is very family friendly and we would love to return in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great house

Really enjoyed our stay here. Perfect house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2020
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love The Docks in Buxton!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This home is in a great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stay.

Nice property. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second time staying at the Docks

We have had a great stay both times. Close to the beach and fits out family of 6 well. Just remember to bring linens!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Spot

The Beach is Back!! Loved staying in Buxton and the short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views!

Great views and great location w a short walk to the beach! The kitchen was well stocked and the cottage was super clean and fresh upon check in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Buxton trip

The house was immaculate and the owners were quick to respond to us. Location is perfect, close to beach with a beautiful view! We would recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been staying in Buxton for years and staying at The Docks for the past few. It was a perfect find for us as our kids have grown up and started doing their own thing. It is the perfect size and location! We love The Docks and hope to stay there for many more years to come!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location, relaxing, peaceful, and a lovely cottage with everything we needed!

We had a great stay at the Docks cottage. It was very clean at check-in, and offered us everything we needed for our week long stay. The location is beautiful with a lot of interesting sites and beaches to check out close by. The view from the deck is outstanding, and the neighborhood was very quiet. We definitely plan to stay at the Docks cottage again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay. Easy assess to the beach.

Owner was amazing. Giving updates about whats going on.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

Great place to relax with short walk to beach. Plenty of space for small family or couples. Quiet but near restaurants and stores. Owners share local information and easy check-in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Docks Review

Richard was amazing with communication and information!!! We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage Experience

We loved the Docks Cottage, the place is well kept and had everything we needed for our stay. The beach nearby was a fun place to chase moon crabs at night with our kids (bring flashlights). A short beach walk north brings you to a stretch of beach that is totally uninhabited, it was a beautiful place to walk and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best beach house in Buxton!

We loved everything about this old school beach house! Tropical Storm Debby did her darnedest to ruin our two week vacay, but we enjoyed every minute of it! Good mix of sun and rain and wind and awesome waves. Best thing about this house papartially covered drck
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another wonderful year!

We love coming to Buxton and staying at The Docks. Location is perfect. A short walk and you’re at the beach. When it’s time for a break from the sun and beach the deck is a perfect place to have some lunch and/or read a book! You can walk to get dinner and don’t forget ice cream at Uncle Eddy’s! The cottage is clean, well stocked and comfortable. Can’t wait until we are back next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Year #5 with Dock’s

Once again, Dock’s did not disappoint. This is the 5th year we have rented this home. The rental process is smooth from start to finish. The owner is wonderful to work with. For my family, Docks is our home away from home. Thank you for another relaxing & comfortable vacation. Until next year…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dock’s Holiday 3

What should be our 3rd stay at Dock’s, is actually our 2nd. Hurricane Isaias had other plans for us last summer. This year was very anticipated & Dock’s did not disappoint. Richard is one of the best owners I’ve encountered. Very responsive & accommodating. The house is perfect for what we need (a roof over our heads, comfortable beds, equipped kitchen). It was clean & ready for us when we arrived. The 2 outdoor showers are great also. We used the boogie boards & beach chairs in addition to our own. The washer & dryer is always a bonus! We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2021
Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Had a great stay here, thanks to Richard and his family for sharing it with us. You'd be hard-pressed to find a place closer to the beach without paying an arm and a leg. House was clean and just as advertised. We walked along surface roads to the lighthouse from here, a bit of a hike so if you're interested in leaching the car behind, consider riding bikes instead. Some small caveats for prospective renters: - heavy rains take a few days to drain off the road, but this was not a problem for our old minivan. - none of the bedrooms have windows facing the ocean, if this matters to you. Summer visitors will find it so humid that those windows will stay closed anyway. - this property does not have an outdoor grill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2020
Thank you. have dealt with some of the issues you mentioned. your attentiveness is appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fourth of July week

The property is definitely closer to the beach than the pictures show. We loved it. The outside showers were great at minimizing the sand into the house. Sadly, we did not get to see any fireworks; those were only on the Avon pier. The property has a portable dishwasher, but it was too time consuming to set it up. Aside from liens, you may want to bring a pillow, the beds each come with a pillow and they weren't very comfy. The beds were comfy though. Definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Richard McCray

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Our parents bought the lot in the early fifties which began our family's visits to the island. From then until now various parts of the family have spent time there - camping, staying in cottages, doing water sports, beachcombing, and relaxing. The house was built in the seventies. Building the cottage enhanced the setting for all of us and, again, we continued to spend as much time as possible between our various responsibilities at our own widespread 'mainland' homes.
Throughout that time and to the present we have taken great pride in the house and have maintained it well. We have a local property manager who has helped maintain the house and work with guests.

Mom and dad are deceased now and Charles and I (Richard) are continuing the tradition and the standards set by our parents. We hope you consider the house in your vacation plans. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have about the house or the area.

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