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Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe

Cottage in Atlantic Beach with balcony

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Beach nearby
4 bedrooms, WiFi
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Consider a stay at Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe and take advantage of golfing on site, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

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4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe

Buddy's Sandcastle sleeps 10 people. The entire cottage has just been remodeled putting the living room and kitchen on the top floor along with two large King bedrooms and a shared bath. Downstairs is the laundry room, game room with a wet bar, another two large bedrooms - one with a Queen bed and the other with two Twins - a shared bath, and a comfortable sleeper sofa. The upstairs living room opens onto the large deck where there is plenty of comfortable chairs for relaxing in the sea breeze and the sound of the waves on the shore. There is access to outside from both levels.

Buddy's Sandcastle is on the third row, meaning the water side of the second block from the beach, and beach access is on Glenn Street, which is one block closer to the water. To walk there, turn left out of the driveway on Caswell toward The Island Grill and Money Island Drive - the street you drove in on. Turn right on Money Island Drive, turn right onto Glenn Street and the beach access is right there. The entire walk is 1/10 of a mile.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2896-274723

About the neighborhood

Located in Atlantic Beach, this cottage is near the beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum and Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Anchorage Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Triple S Marina - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 11 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 28 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oceanana Grill & Pier - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tackle Box Tavern - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buddy's Sandcastle, upscale beach destination with an old beachtown vibe located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Anchorage Marina, Triple S Marina, and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Coral Bay Shopping Center and Fort Macon State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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8/10 Good

Jennie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025