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The Yates Cottage
Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and is designed for spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows on 3 sides. Other amenities are a large screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs, joggers, walkers, bikers, fishers and boaters. You will be welcomed with freshly-made beds, towels and a full kitchen with Keurig and Rachel Ray cookware.

The River-house on Raccoon Creek
Experience River living located on Raccoon Creek off Bay River. Enjoy your stay in our three bedroom, two bath home offering: • long back porch w/rocking chairs • open deck for sunning • fully equipped kitchen • dock parking for boats • two boat ramps within 3 miles • plenty of driveway’s for parking cars and boat trailers. • picnic area under house for dining for six. Minutes from speckled trout & drum fishing with your boat at dock ready to go. Paddle boarding & kayaking a plus.

Waterfront*Private Dock*Pet-Friendly*Kayaks
Relax in style at Wine, Cheese & Breeze and bring your boat! We are waterfront with a private dock on 2.77 acres. Listen to the wind blow and the birds chirp as you watch an incredible sunrise on our screened in porch with expansive marsh views. It's secluded, yet close to everything. 10 mins to the restaurants and live music in Oriental and 5 mins to the River Dunes marina and village. -Sleeps 10 -Private Dock - Private Roku Smart TVs in every bedroom - Firepit -Propane Grill -2 Kayaks

Beachside Escape w/ Heated Pool | Family- Friendly
Our dream has come to life with our private family home named Hook, Line and Stinkers. It is a 5 minute walk to the beach; we provide all beach amenities and a wagon. The open floor plan, yard, decks, patio and pool are great for lots of family fun. The pool is heated at no extra charge March-May and September and October! Outdoor shower and parking for 4 cars. All Linens included. Centrally located to shopping, food and nightlife. Come spend some time enjoying the beautiful crystal coast.

Best of New Bern
You will be close to everything when you stay at this beautiful, bright and airy historic home centrally located in downtown New Bern with a Waterview, a white picket fence back yard for your dogs to run around in, and parking big enough for trailer, boat, or U-Haul. Use our bikes and take a ride or walk along the river to all the restaurants and attractions that downtown New Bern has to offer. You can launch your paddle board or kayak right in the river about 300 ft from our backyard.

Mermaid Cottage & Outhouse
This fully remodeled 1940's Beaufort gem is steps from Town Creek Marina and Front Street! Shops, restaurants, tours and several ferry options are within walking distance. The house offers two queen bedrooms and two full bathrooms, laundry, reading nook, fully stocked kitchen, linens, towels, beach cart, yard games & so much more. The 'Outhouse' is attached to the deck and is a separate space to hangout, watch movies & use the PS4. There is everything you need at the Mermaid Cottage!

Romantic Waterfront Escape with hottub and kayak
Fishing paradise and breathtaking sunrise and moonlight from your private hottub on the back deck. Tandem kayak and small jon boat included. You can fish, kayak, or wade from the back yard! We've caught drum, flounder, shrimp, etc. Master has a king nectar bed and an amazing view of the water from the picture windows. 3 miles to beach, 13 miles to Aquarium, & 13 miles to Camp Lejeune. The road is close but once you exit your vehicle, you feel like you are in your own lil paradise.

Quaint Cottage with Spectacular Views
Imagine following the road to where it rolls into the sea and you will have find yourself at World's End. This secluded cottage offers full amenities and is completely ready for your next vacation. Enjoy exploring sandy beaches, looking for local wildlife, or walk to the ferry and take a day trip to Ocracoke Island. Public boat launches minutes away. Great access to fabulous fishing and duck hunting grounds! End your day on the screened deck watching the sun go down.

Pet Friendly 3BR Retreat, King Bed, Fenced Yard
Relax with the whole family in this cozy, updated home in a small, quiet neighborhood. Prepare home-cooked meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and let the dog out to play in the private, fenced-in backyard. Enjoy your morning coffee however you like it. We provide Keurig and drip coffee makers. With a TV in every room, there will be no fighting over what to watch! This home is 2.8 miles to a Neighborhood Walmart, 4.4 miles to the hospital and 5.6 miles from downtown.

Near Beach • Coffee Bar • Comfy Beds • Clean
Coastal stay near Beaufort, NC—15 min to beach, waterfront & boat ramps, and close to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Perfect for fishing trips, military visits, or a quiet getaway. Spotless home with full coffee bar ☕, comfy beds (1 king, 1 queen, 2 full), 75” TV, WiFi, private yard, grill, and truck/trailer parking. Enjoy upgraded water quality with a whole-house softener and reverse osmosis system for clean, great-tasting water.

Dockside Daze/Sunday checkout 5pm/Riverfront
Dockside Daze is a beautiful waterfront home overlooking the Neuse River. Relax on the back deck with a glass of wine while watching the sunset view of the New Bern skyline. It’s just a five-minute drive to historic downtown New Bern where you will find great restaurants and plenty of unique, local shops. This property does not have sufficient parking for trailers. Due to allergies, no pets. Check out 5:00pm Sundays only.

1 mile from “Big Rock Landing”
Spacious coastal retreat in the heart of Morehead City, perfect for families! This 3-bedroom home comfortably sleeps 8 and features a game room with a PS4, a private backyard, and all the beach gear you need. You're just a short walk to downtown and a 5-minute drive to Atlantic Beach and historic Beaufort. Your perfect Crystal Coast getaway awaits!
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