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Water View, Country escape, Sunrise&Sunset, Games
*Gorgeous bungalow in rural setting *Breathtaking Sunrises & Sunsets *Stunning water views overlooking Jarrett Bay *Sunroom 3 season porch * 2 bed, 2 bath Sleeps up to six guests on comfy mattresses * Launch your own boat or kayaks or rent across the street * Located 15-45 min to Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Shackleford Banks, Cape Lookout, NC Aquarium * Game room, ping pong, foosball, yard games * Beach chairs, umbrella * Great location for Beach-goers, Duck Hunters, Cape lookout fishing *Fire Pit

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.

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.

Kick back at the Slackin Shack!
Welcome aboard the "Slackin Shack" - our beautiful handcrafted houseboat, located right on the water in the heart of Historic Downtown Swansboro! This charming and unique home is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the North Carolina coast in a truly special way. The interior has been fully updated with modern amenities for a comfortable stay, while the outside spaces allow you to take in the breathtaking beauty of the waterway and scenery in style. Escape to the Crystal Coast today!

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!

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!

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.

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

"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.

Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!
Pet friendly and centrally located within the town of Beaufort, this rental space is one of a kind! Bike or walk to shops, restaurants and attractions downtown. We provide the bikes! Beaufort has many special tours, historic sites , events, and fun things to do! After a busy day , relax on the top deck where the view is spectacular with sightings of wild ponies and egrets. Pet fee is $50 per stay payable separate to me . Please message me if staying longer than a week .

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.

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.
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