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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️

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.

Rise and Shine! Beach, pool, & amazing views!
Welcome to RISE AND SHINE at Oak Island Beach Villas! Fabulous location on tranquil Caswell Beach. Close to amazing food, the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse, and top rated golf yet you feel the peaceful vibe of being on the east end of the island. Steps from the beach with breathtaking views, this beautifully decorated condo features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and sleeps 5-6. Choose a short walk to the pool (seasonal) or simply relax on the private balcony listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean.

Lake Front Living with Private Sandy Beach!
Get a slice of peaceful lakefront living in this welcoming Aframe home with spectacular views! Awake each morning to the sun rising over the lake, then fill the day playing on your own private sandy beach, kayaking, fishing, or birdwatching. Take a short walk to the deeper lake for a refreshing swim or go for hike at Bay Tree Lake State Park which is right around the corner. Whip up a fabulous meal in the large open kitchen and end the evening with s’mores by the fire and unbelievable stars!

Lake Lookout Guest Cottage - Whole House Rental
Lake Lookout Guest Cottage Waterfront private guest cottage located on over 3 acres of land on Lake Lookout Shoals is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet lakefront escape. Enjoy the lake views from the comfort of your own 1,000 square foot cottage. The Guest Cottage is located off of the main channel with 235 feet of shoreline! Spend your time indoors, outdoors, in the lake, on the beach or in the canoe - something for everyone! Come visit us and enjoy a bit of "Lake Life!"

Cozy Quail Shores Lake Gaston
Quaint, cozy lake home nestled on 1.4 acres with a fabulous Main Lake view! Open and bright one level floor plan with living room, dining area, kitchen with granite counter tops and eat-in bar, 2BR/1 Bath. Awesome sun room with furniture for enjoying the sunrise over the main lake with your morning coffee. Walk down the beautiful landscaping to a nice sandy beach and boathouse. Absolutely perfect for kayaking, swimming, and boating at your next summer getaway vacation home!

Your Private 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

Waterfront Beach Bungalow
My well equipped one room bungalow sits right on the beach overlooking the confluence of the North River and the Albermarle Sound. Relax on your private beach and take in amazing sunsets or jump in a kayak and you are just minutes away from unspoiled shorelines with Cypress tree filled coves and miles long pristine undeveloped beaches. Enjoy this quiet, private location with the Outer Banks beaches and attractions only about 15 minutes away. Pet friendy.

Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'
This is a recently renovated rustic 1947 cottage with an outstanding view of and access to the Intracoastal Waterway. It is perfect for meditation or quiet time by the water's edge, or for fishing, art, reading, writing, kayaking or paddleboarding. It is close to Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Island and Hampstead where there is shopping, restaurants, outdoor and cultural activities and beautiful beaches. It's old, but it is full of charm!

Surf shack Rodanthe
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Walking distance to some of the best surfing on the east coast as well as restaurants ,coffee shop, pizza! , pier , small grocery store , and kite boarding on sound . The surf shack is rustic living ! This space is designed for serious surfers and kiteboarders , if you are looking for the 4 seasons this is not it , but if you want to hit the beach you are here!

Barefoot Bungalow, steps from the Pamlico Sound
Sound-Side retreat. Enjoy a sunset nestled in the cool, old, live oak trees. With a cozy bungalow style feel enjoy ocean living on the peaceful sound side. Large wrap around deck for star gazing. Beach access is a short 6 min walk for surf and beach fun. Close to grocery store, ice cream parlor, restaurants, coffee, and souvenir shops. Visit the Avon pier for fishing, concerts and farmers markets.

Oceanfront 3 bedroom home; private beach access
Welcome to a spectacular beach house that’s ideal for family getaways or when you just want to unwind. Recently updated, here is a modern and cozy place to stay right by the ocean on the North Carolina coastline. With a private walking path to the beach, decks with ocean views on each of the two floors and a community swimming pool, booking here is a passport to relaxing and fun family time.
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