Best Cabin Camping near Buxton, NC

Several campgrounds near Buxton, North Carolina provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities and comfort levels. Cape Hatteras KOA Resort offers both basic camping cabins and deluxe cabin options, with the standard cabins featuring one double bed, bunk beds, air conditioning, and covered porches with swings. Hatteras Sands Campground provides colorful beach-themed cabins with some positioned along a canal where children can fish. Frisco Woods Campground cabins are more basic, containing beds and electrical outlets with air conditioning that "is the big draw since summer can be brutal," according to one visitor. Long Point Cabin Camp at Cape Lookout National Seashore offers more secluded accommodations accessible only by ferry, with each cabin featuring private bathrooms, kitchens, and porches with rocking chairs.

Rustic and deluxe cabin options accommodate different preferences and group sizes throughout the Outer Banks region. Cape Hatteras KOA's deluxe cabins resemble typical beach house rentals, while their standard cabins provide more modest accommodations. Most campgrounds operate seasonally, with Hatteras Sands open April through December and Cape Point Campground available from April 15 to November 28. Pet policies vary by location, though many are pet-friendly with some restrictions. One visitor noted, "We stayed for four nights and rented two of the cabins with our family of six with two dogs and a lizard. Cabins were comfortable but they are camping cabins so read the description of what's included and what you need to pack with you." Reservations are essential during peak summer months when occupancy rates are high.

Most cabin rentals provide beds but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering only basic outdoor grills while others include full kitchens with cooking utensils. Camp stores at locations like Cape Hatteras KOA and Frisco Woods stock essential groceries, though selection is limited. A reviewer advised, "Getting groceries is difficult. There aren't many options. Bring supplies if you can." Visitors staying at Long Point Cabin Camp must be particularly self-sufficient, bringing all necessities including drinking water since the remote location offers no access to convenience stores. Cabins with air conditioning are highly valued during hot summer months, making them a popular choice for families seeking a balance between camping and comfort.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Buxton, North Carolina (6)

    1. Hatteras Sands Campground

    15 Reviews
    Frisco, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 986-2422

    $79 - $200 / night

    "Love the cabins and bright paint plays into the whole beach theme.  Concrete pads are great for larger RV's but road is a bit tight.  Most sites have water, sewer, and electric hookups. "

    "We stayed for four nights and rented two of the cabins with our family of six with two dogs and a lizard. When we travel, we travel."

    2. Frisco Woods Campground

    7 Reviews
    Frisco, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 995-5208

    $42 - $2025 / night

    "Store is well stocked. Cabins are just beds and a couple outlets. Picnic table and charcoal grill outside. AC is the big draw since summer can be brutal. Access to the sound side of the island."

    "(Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer w a desire for at least moderately secluded campsites and at least a picnic area that is a bit tucked away. ) Overall Rating: 4 for a private open"

    3. Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort

    29 Reviews
    Rodanthe, NC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 987-2307

    "There is a freshwater shower at the entrance to the beach so that you can rinse off when you’re done. The bathhouse was nice and clean. The shower area is co-Ed."

    "We are not normally KOA campers, but to be able to stay in the same space as family - and for them to have beds and Aside from tent/RV sites, there are "deluxe cabins" or tiny homes, log cabins, raised"

    4. Cape Point — Cape Lookout National Seashore

    13 Reviews
    Ocracoke, NC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 465-9602

    $20 / night

    "No hookups available, but there is a dump station and potable water fill on your way out. Cell service is good. The walk to the beach is a bit long, maybe about 1/2 mile or so. "

    "The drive down Highway 12 is like no other. Very clean, friendly and helpful here. This area can get very busy so be smart about booking."

    5. Camp Hatteras

    30 Reviews
    Rodanthe, NC
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 987-2307

    $32 - $130 / night

    "this was a very large campground with level pads for RV's, picnic tables at every site, a bathhouse near a covered picnic area and a beautiful board walk to the beach.  "

    "They have a big driveway and offer plenty of room to spread out.

    The restrooms/showers are very nice! Very clean, offer great privacy and the air conditioning keeps it nice and cool."

    6. Long Point Cabin Camp — Cape Lookout National Seashore

    3 Reviews
    Cedar Island, NC
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 728-2250

    $112 - $145 / night

    "Luckily, North Carolina has some amazing beaches on the Outer Banks, and Long Point Cabin area should definitely be on your list of spots to check out."

    "Cabins are rustic, but fully accommodating with kitchen conveniences. Get there by ferry or boat! I sailed over while the group brought their 4 wheel drive vehicle on the ferry."

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Cabin Reviews near Buxton, NC

97 Reviews of 6 Buxton Campgrounds


  • Rachael H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 3, 2020

    Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort

    Very nice

    They claim to be a camping resort. Well, their definition of resort and mine are different...The grounds were very well-kept. Their property is Right on the beach and has direct access. Nice sandy beaches. There is a freshwater shower at the entrance to the beach so that you can rinse off when you’re done. The bathhouse was nice and clean. The shower area is co-Ed. They have a cute little play area for the kids, and had scheduled fun activities throughout the week. (some required an extra fee) Office doubled as a little camp store with some basic groceries, cold drinks, and souvenirs type stuff. All of the staff that we came in contact with were extremely friendly and helpful. They have a really nice pool area with zero entry and two small waterslides for the kids. Plenty of chairs on the pool deck, and a small area of shade where you could eat or get out of the sun.They had sites for RVs all the way to tents. We splurged this time (heat, salt, and sand!) and opted for a camping cabin.(I somehow forgot to take pictures of the cabin, but it is identical to the one in my Arkansas review… Except no TV. I really thought there was a TV… But no matter, we didn’t miss it.) The camping cabin was basic one double bed one set of bunkbeds, there was air-conditioning and plenty of room. A nice swing on the covered porch. Picnic table, grill, and fire ring. The cabins were very close together, but it wasn’t an issue. This campground also offers deluxe cabins which look like your typical Beachhouse type rental. We were visiting on the holiday, I had looked into tent camping over the Fourth of July weekend and they wanted $150 a night for a TENT site. Yeah, I don’t think so. The beach at the Outer Banks is lovely, it’s not commercial and trashy (like I would describe Myrtle beach) and as far as I could see everyone on the beach was good about observing social distance, and Nobody crowded each other. We stayed three nights and had a wonderful time. Overall we will definitely stay here again. Oh, dogs are welcome year round on the beach, only restriction being they have to be leashed. They are also welcome at the campground and there is a dog play area and a dog bathing area.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 27, 2021

    Hatteras Sands Campground

    End of the Road Summer Fun

    Open:  April - December

    Sites: 85 with 24 pull thrus

    Nicely laid out sites that are a bit close but still not bad, room for slides.  Some trees or shrubs would be nice.  An amazing olympic size swimming pool.  Love the cabins and bright paint plays into the whole beach theme.  Concrete pads are great for larger RV's but road is a bit tight.  Most sites have water, sewer, and electric hookups.  No fire rings or open fires.  They also have Wifi and cable, and air conditioned bath house. There is a laundry facility and store on site.  The site is just minutes from the beach.  You can fish right on the site in the canal or launch your kayak.  Club house for adults, site is pet friendly.  Relax and enjoy the amazing sunsets, they are awesome.

    LNT

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  • T
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Frisco Woods Campground

    Cabin camping

    Employees are incredibly nice. Store is well stocked. Cabins are just beds and a couple outlets. Picnic table and charcoal grill outside. AC is the big draw since summer can be brutal. Access to the sound side of the island. Ramp for driving onto the beach or the pedestrian accessed beach requires driving. Campground is quite large and packed. Noise was better than expected. Wifi is a complete fail even though they advertise it. Verizon coverage was adequate. Only 2 bathhouses (1 is being renovated) for the entire campground. Lines were not bad but it was hard for it to stay clean with all that use. The laundry room was nice and worked well. There is a pool, but I didn't use it. I prefer the Hatteras area to the more crowded Nags Head/Kitty Hawk scene but don't think I'd return to this location next time. There are many NPS campsites in the area. (The campground felt unsafe given the large numbers of RV campers who flew multiple Trump/confederate flags, but I did not experience anything unsafe.)

  • Kirsten J.
    Jun. 28, 2019

    Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort

    Campground for the whole family!

    They don't call this the Cape Hatteras KOA Resort for nothing!!  This family friendly campground has SOMETHING for every interest!  

    We have several family members/friends who would never camp tent - which makes this is the campground for this purpose!  We are not normally KOA campers, but to be able to stay in the same space as family - and for them to have beds and Aside from tent/RV sites, there are "deluxe cabins" or tiny homes, log cabins, raised cabins etc.  This is a KOA - so the spaces are tight and close together, but for this trips' purpose, it was fine.  

    Similarly, if you have people who would never swim in the ocean - they have you covered!  There is a large pool - a double waterslide, a hot tub, a kids pirate playground, 2 enormous jumping pillows, volleyball, horseshoes, basketball, tetherball, etc.  

    This KOA is directly on the beach - you never have to get back in your car if you don't want to!  There is a super boardwalk with a bathhouse right off the beach, outdoor shower area (which is SO nice) and even a fish cleaning station for the fisherpeople in your life.  Your four-legged friends are not left out - they have a dog pick up station too!  

    The ocean front campsites even offered covered picnic tables - which for us is always a big win!  We love having an extension of our tent because OBX weather is a little unpredictable and summer - well, we can expect an afternoon thunderstorm.   We also liked the choice of camping on the ocean side or the sound side.  There are benefits to both choices - is it more important to you to camp with the shortest walk to the beach?  Is it more important to camp where you can watch the most beautiful sunset from your tent?   

    We had wonderful weather and were so thankful for the proximity to the beach.  We caught a beautiful sunrise one morning - and usually we are the sunset chasers!  Our weather was excellent and the ocean water was about 74 degrees - refreshing - yet warm enough to play in!  A strong recommendation if you need some amenities for your camping experience!   

    Side note - my ECLIPSE EQUINOX hoodie was amazing as a wet sunshirt this trip.  Not only did I wear the shirt on the SUP but my brother in law loved it as well! I actually prefer this shirt as a swim/sun shirt rather than for hiking now that I tried it in the water.  I did not like the way the hood came over my face when I fell in.  It took me a minute to figure out how to get it off my face.  Yet, my brother in law loved the sunshirt and wore it with a hat on the SUP - said the hood was his favorite feature!!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 12, 2024

    Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort

    Great Ocean Beach Destination

    Great KOA park with one row of dunes to cross to the ocean beach that depending on your site is only about 5 min walk. The park is well kept with clean bathrooms and showers. The have laundry and a very nice camp store with groceries, camping essentials and gifts. Sites are level with full hookups including cable that worked well. Wifi is marginal but they reported they have equipment on order to improve. We had spot along the dunes with covered patio with picnic table and a fire ring (no barbeques). The beach is wonderful. Great restful destination. We will definitely return.

  • Zach W.
    Apr. 15, 2018

    Long Point Cabin Camp — Cape Lookout National Seashore

    Secluded Beach Camping

    If you are looking for beaches that aren't covered with people, you may have a hard time finding something no matter what state you live in. Luckily, North Carolina has some amazing beaches on the Outer Banks, and Long Point Cabin area should definitely be on your list of spots to check out. Since this area is on a small barrier island, you have to take a ferry to reach the cabins. Because of this you, and the other temporary residents of these cabins, have the island all to yourselves.

    Being located far from any truly habited land comes with some benefits and issues. If you are looking for empty beaches, lots of outdoor activities (fishing, hiking, shelling, kayaking, etc.), and clear skies to view the stars at night, this is the campground for you. The downfall to this seclusion, though, is that you have to bring all of your necessities and recreational gear with you on the ferry. With an off-road vehicle, this will be no big deal. But if you don't have that luxury, you will be carrying your stuff back and forth on the back of a cart driven by one of the NPS staff. You also don't have any access to convenient stores for forgotten stuff or drinkable water. So be prepared before you head out to the island.

    Although the cabins are a bit older, they are still great for your stay here. They all have a porch with rocking chairs to be able to soak up all of the island sun and breeze you can on your trip. They also each have their own private bathrooms and kitchen, so you don't have to worry about sharing with your neighbors.

    I actually decided to set up my tent for the first night since it was so beautiful outside, but that required a lot of clearing an area in the sand for my tent since the send is covered in broken shells. This was a bit of a chore, but was so worth it when I fell asleep under the stars that night. Also be prepared for changing weather. As nice as it was the first day, I had to take down my tent the next day due to the harsh winds and rainstorm. Once that cleared up, though, the weather was back to being as beautiful as before.

    Pros

    • Solitude
    • Great fishing and other outdoor activities
    • Clear night skies for stargazing
    • Private cabins or camping
    • Personal bathrooms + kitchen

    Cons

    • No convenient stores for forgotten items
    • Must bring all drinking water
    • Older cabins
    • Hard to explore without an off-road vehicle
    • Quick-changing weather
  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 20, 2021

    Frisco Woods Campground

    End of the Road

    Open: Mar 1- Dec 1 Rates: 42.00 - $2,025.00 

    Tent sites/RV/cabins 30-50 amp, daily, weekly, monthly rates, Wifi, camp store, no fire pits or grills Swimming pool and a nice water front area, pets with a fee and leashed. This campground is at the end of the island with great views. A paved road with concrete sites but parking a large rig might be difficult because of the narrow width of the road. Full hookup. Bring in your supplies for shopping is on the thin side. LNT

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  • Corey B.
    Aug. 4, 2019

    Hatteras Sands Campground

    Cabin Camping

    We stayed for four nights and rented two of the cabins with our family of six with two dogs and a lizard. When we travel, we travel. Cabins were comfortable but they are camping cabins so read the description of what’s included and what you need to pack with you. Located right off NC HWY 12 you are closest to OSV Ramp 55 by the ferry and Pole Road. Camp hosts and staff were friendly and it was a very family oriented atmosphere. Campground was secluded from thru traffic so our son could ride his bike throughout with no concerns. A cool canal runs around the cabins and sites allowing the kids to fish. We’ll be back.

  • Britt B.
    Jan. 23, 2021

    Camp Hatteras

    Oceanfront RV Park

    We stayed over Christmas so as you would imagine, it was very quite. Its true oceanfront so you hear the waves from the van. Firewood and Ice available at the campstore. The sites are very close together with picnic tables. Note: no fire rings. If you wish to have a fire its BYO ring which must be up off the ground. The amenities are nice, loads of full hookup sites. Great location. Expensive park. Friendly owners. Contact-less check-In was easy with a pre-prepared pack.


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