Wake up to the Albemarle Sound
A waterfront family retreat in Columbia, NC — sleeps 8, dog-friendly, and just 45 minutes from the Outer Banks.Some views you drive hours to see. Here, you just walk out to the back deck with your coffee. Columbia Soundside Cottage sits right on the shores of the Albemarle Sound, where the sunrises are the kind you'll still be talking about long after you've packed up and gone home.
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home was made for the people you love most — room enough to spread out, a game room to keep everyone entertained, and a stretch of shoreline that makes the whole trip feel like an escape. Whether you're here for a family reunion, a fishing weekend, or a quiet few days away from it all, the Sound sets the pace.
About the Property & Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable stay is here — and everything you don't need to think about, we've taken care of.
The space
Columbia Soundside Cottage gives you the full run of the house for your stay. Three queen bedrooms and two full bathrooms comfortably sleep up to 8 guests (a double futon in the game room, with extra linens on hand, covers the overflow). It's an easy fit for two families traveling together, a multi-generational reunion, or a group of friends who don't want to share a bathroom line in the morning.
The heart of the home is the back deck, looking straight out over the Sound — this is where mornings and evenings happen. Inside, the full kitchen (two ovens, gas range) makes cooking for a crowd simple, and the dining room and living room give everyone a place to gather. When the group wants to unwind, the game room has a ping pong table and plenty to keep kids and adults entertained on a rainy afternoon.
A private laundry room and self check-in via smartlock mean you can settle in on your own schedule — no waiting around for a host.
Amenities list
Sleeping
- 3 bedrooms, each with a queen bed
- Double futon in the game room (extra linens provided)
- Sleeps up to 8 guests
Kitchen & Dining
- Full kitchen with two ovens and a gas range
- Dishes, pots & pans provided
- Dining room seating
Living & Entertainment
- Living room
- Game room with ping pong table and games
- Dedicated workspace
Outdoors
- Waterfront on the Albemarle Sound
- Large back deck with Sound views
- Access to a small community beach
- Free driveway parking (6 spaces)
Comfort & Convenience
- Washer and dryer
- Wifi throughout
- Self check-in with smartlock
- Dog-friendly
We're a dog-friendly home. Bring your furry family member along for the trip — a pet fee applies, and we ask that dogs be supervised on the property, especially near the water.