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A wooden deck with a swing bed overlooking a beach. - The Bay House (Columbia)
A spacious living area with a sofa, a patterned rug, and a dining area with bar stools. - The Bay House (Columbia)
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a seating area with bar stools. - The Bay House (Columbia)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a coffee maker. - The Bay House (Columbia)
A beach with two Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and a wooden pier in the background. - The Bay House (Columbia)
Escape to the peaceful shores of Bulls Bay on the Albemarle Sound at this cozy retreat. With its open concept kitchen and living area, large screened-in porch, and fishing pier with water access, it's perfect for quality family time or a relaxing getaway with friends.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 888 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 950 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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

About the area

Located in Columbia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Somerset Place and Newbold-White House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palmetto-Peartree Preserve and Lake Phelps. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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Columbia, NC

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier extending into calm water with a railing on one side.
    Pettigrew State Park
    9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • A close-up of a rocky surface with animal tracks.
    Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
    11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Palmetto-Peartree Preserve
    11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Vineyards On The Scuppernong
    12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Tyrrell County Visitor Center
    12 min drive - 14.7 km

Restaurants

  • Big Blue 252
    12 min drive
  • Stick Burnin - BBQ Company
    14 min drive
  • Barnyard Betsy’s
    12 min drive
  • Columbia Crossing
    16 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 is parking at The Bay House?

On-site 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bay House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Palmetto-Peartree Preserve, Tyrrell County Visitor Center and Vineyards On The Scuppernong. Somerset Place and Lake Phelps are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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The Bay House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

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