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50 Sheeps of Gray
Enjoy a breath of fresh air in this chic 2 bed, 2 bath third floor condo overlooking Taylor Creek, Carrot Island, the occasional dolphin pod or wild horse sighting, and all that Beaufort has to offer! Enjoy the scent of Black Sheep’s wood fired pizza wafting up to the balcony, grab a ferry to Shackleford, take a walk down Front St or simply relax on one of two outdoor decks in the sun. If you’re looking for a place to unwind, this is it! Great for one or two couples, or a family! See you soon!
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OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
Relax at this calm, stylish 1BR/1.5BA top-floor retreat at Colony By The Sea. Perfect for couples or families wanting beach, pool, and more beach. Inside, enjoy magazine-worthy decor, a fully stocked kitchen, Saatva king bed, and private Wi-Fi. Step onto the balcony for a "million-dollar view"—feet from the water. Watch sunrises, stars, and dolphins play, or open the sliders and relax to the waves. Enjoy direct beach access, pool,hot tub, grills, and outdoor showers. Less than 1 minute away.
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River Watch Retreat
You will not forget your stay at the River Watch Retreat, and will want to tell your friends. This beautiful cabin offers a full NW view of the Carolina Blue Sky and setting sun on ENC's Trent River. Interior is paneled in locally sourced Poplar with Cedar accents. Beadboard and custom ceramic tile compliment the bathroom. Sleeping options: foldout couch downstairs and futon in loft. *Watch Bald Eagles, Geese, Heron and Osprey from 2 elevated decks a stone's throw from the water!
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Couples Waterfront Retreat with Lighthouse View
Couples retreat just a few dozen feet from Back Sound, with amazing views of Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout Lighthouse, come stay at our cozy cottage in one of the best kept secrets of the Crystal Coast. Harkers Island is a short drive to historic Beaufort, and Morehead City, NC, and gives you the quiet, out-of-the-way peace that can be so hard to find! Coffee in the morning, or a cocktail in the evening while sitting out on the patio and watching the dolphins swim by is in your future!
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Welcome to SoundMohr!
Enjoy this tranquil, waterfront, pet friendly getaway on the Bogue Sound. Bring binoculars, your kayak or SUP to launch from a private pier or use the ones we have. Beach access is a 10-minute walk. A beach cart (with chairs, umbrella, fishing rods, and cooler) is available! This 2-bedroom 1-bath unit is private and is perfect for a couple or small family. You will have the entire first floor of the house with private entrance and a fully fenced back yard, the pier, and the water.
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"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.
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Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat
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Waterfront with private dock, Hot tub, & swim mat
Private dock with a private Hot Tub, swim mat, fire pit, XL covered porch, large private fenced yard. BRING YOUR BOAT or rent our kayaks and visit Sharks tooth island or spend the day at a sandbar! You will never be bored. We provide a swim mat for endless fun on the water. Unbelievable sunsets over the Intracoastal waterway from the hottub or dock. Close to everything, 3 miles to beaches & hiking, 2 miles to walmart, 13 miles to Camp Lejeune,15 miles to Aquarium.
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Amazing Water Views
Relax with the whole family on beautiful Harkers’ Island. Leave your day to day grind behind as you sip your morning coffee enjoying water views and birds chirping from the screened in porch. This 3-bed, 2-bath home will feel like your very own ocean retreat. This home is beautifully decorated with a nautical theme and large picture windows. Nearby activities include the island’s renowned fishing, kayaking and the ferry to Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout.
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The Grey Goose (Waterfront) Historic New Bern - Private Beach - BRING YOUR BOAT!
Waterfront cottage just six minutes to historic downtown New Bern. Beautiful place on deep water Brices Creek excellent for swimming, boating, fishing, crabbing, kayaking. Enjoy your own private expansive sand beach right on the waterfront. Take a relaxing nap in our beach hammock or sit in one of our comfortable beach chairs with your toes in the sand and drink of choice in your hand. You also have use of a shared dock off to the side of the property.
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Beaufort Bleu -Updated single level near boat ramp
Located 0.3 miles from the marina/public boat ramp, and 1.5 mi from historic Beaufort downtown, Beaufort Bleu is perfect for a spot to rest and relax with family and friends. Updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath duplex with plenty of parking space, including room for a boat. Fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, streaming TV services, available when it’s time to wind down after a day in the water, shopping/ dining in historic Beaufort or from a trip to beach.
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Shimmy’s Ocean Club Surf Shack
We renovated in Feb 2024– new floors, paint, lighting… come enjoy the beauty! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful ocean-front condominium in the Ocean Club, Indian Beach, Building A. Well-equipped with beach toys, boogie boards and a kayak; clean, comfortable with ocean front views from the back porch. Access to clubhouse, weight room, two pools and two hot tubs and private sound-side pier. Come enjoy the quiet beach!
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House rentals with a kayak

Welcome to Sailors' Haven
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Little piece of heaven in your own back yard!
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The Little House on the Bay River in Stonewall, NC
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Sound Escape
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Under The Sea. A quaint old fishing village
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The Riviera of the Crystal Coast, SOUND FRONT
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The Shack at Cedar Point
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Core Sound Retreat
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Cottage rentals with a kayak

Paradise Cottage (Everything but your clothes)
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Pirate's Hide-A-Way, Sound Front with Private Pier
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Oriental Water Front Cottage on Broad Creek
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Carter Cottage 3 BR, 2 BA beach retreat w/ wifi
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3 BR waterfront river home; spectacular views
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Hatteras Cottage Pet Friendly w/King - River Dunes
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The Mermaid Cottage - Walk to Waterfront
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New Bern Home w/ Direct Access to Neuse River
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The Peaceful Perch
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Blue Heron Shack
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Mermaid Cottage - Adorable guest house
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Waterfront, Slps 8 | dock, firepit, arcade+ kayaks
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Modern NC Home: Dock/Slip, Kayaks, Grill, Firepit
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Beachcombers Bungalow - Waterfront w/Private Dock!
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Crew Bern House
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Waterfront | Private Beach & Dock | Sleeps 9
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