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Otway Burn's Snap Dragon Cottage
A studio apartment located 10 miles east of downtown Beaufort and 7 miles from Harkers Island. This spacious studio has hard wood floors, beautiful granite counter tops, convection oven, gas stove and large back patio. Access to the beach is available at Atlantic Beach (25 min. drive) or Radio Island (15 min. drive). Ferry services to Cape Lookout via Harkers Island (15 min. drive), Shackleford Banks via Beaufort (15 min. drive), and day trips to Ocracoke via Cedar Island (35 min. drive) nearby

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.

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!

The Beau Retreat
This lovely apartment is located 3 miles from historic Beaufort. Established in 1713, Beaufort is the fourth oldest town in North Carolina. Stroll streets steeped in maritime history, quaint shops and great restaurants. Take a ferry ride to Carrot Island or Shackleford banks to view the wild horses or visit the beautiful beaches of the Crystal Coast. Beau Retreat is a new construction, 6oo sq ft with its own entrance, parking, ac/heating unit, TV, fridge, microwave and toaster oven.

Charming Cottage in Historic Downtown Beaufort
Charming guesthouse in historic Beaufort. Two blocks from Front St with the shops, restaurants, beautiful boats and waterfront! Private parking and access along a brick path, surrounded by an English garden. Inside you will find a spacious Living Room with 50” TV, full kitchen, full bath with tiled glass shower, and a roomy Bedroom with a built in bunk room. There is a private patio, with seating, a fire pit and a public dock 3 houses away for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and swimming!

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 Charcoal BBQ Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

The Gypsy Gull
Welcome to The Gypsy Gull! This is a great home for your next vacation getaway. A cozy farmhouse style home in the heart of quaint Harkers Island, NC. Just a short walk to The Harkers Island Fishing Center and the local’s favorite restaurant, The Fish Hook Grill. Completely fenced in yard with plenty of room for kids to play and pups to roam. Rainy days are no problem, enjoy playing Ping Pong and Foos Ball, or just relaxing on the screened porch of the spacious garage/game room.

Promise Land Studio at Downtown Morehead City
We look forward to hosting you at Promise Land Studio. We are located in a friendly neighborhood, two blocks away from the sound with water access. We are walking distance to Morehead City downtown waterfront with restaurants, bars, shopping, nightlife, dive shops, art galleries, charter boats, fishing and kayaking. You can walk to Shevans park or drive 5 minutes to downtown Beaufort, 5 minutes to Atlantic beach and 25 min to Cherry Point. Boat ramp access is 2 blocks away (1 min).

“J-Ann’s NC Crystal Coast Air BNB”
Hi! Guests love that our home location is quite a “plus!” here in Carteret County, NC. We are 3 blocks from Bogue Sound in the area known as the "NC Crystal Coast", with fabulous beaches including Atlantic Beach! Public access & walking distance to the Sound, ample parking, excellent restaurants nearby, plentiful shopping, and more! A short drive away is Beaufort, an historic town with much to do! We live @ 2000 Arendell across 20th St. So we’re available to serve your needs!

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 .

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.

Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!
**This listing is a whole house with no shared spaces, hosts/owners do not live onsite** 4 bedroom 2 full bathroom oceanside beach house located in a quiet and private neighborhood. 2 minute walk to a private and secluded beach access. Shopping Center is 1/2 mile away with a Food Lion and various shops and restaurants. 10-minute drive to the bars, restaurants, and fishing charters of downtown Morehead City and 15-minute drive to historic downtown Beaufort.
Popular amenities for vacation rentals near Cape Lookout Shoals
Condo rentals with wifi

The Other Side at Southwinds - 2 bd/2 ba condo

Blue Space - a couples retreat

Oceanside King Bedroom Condo - Private Pools!

Oceanfront First-Floor Condo with Stunning Views

Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape

Serenity by the Sea, cozy beachfront with a view

BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT

OS233 Ocean view, pool, steps to ocean, wd on-site
Family-friendly house rentals

Pondview Retreat

Beaufort Bleu -Updated single level near boat ramp

3-Story Beachfront Family Oasis | Sleeps 12

Village Home

Min to Base+Shops+Park+3TVs

Quaint Cottage with Spectacular Views

Beachside Escape w/ Heated Pool | Family- Friendly

Creek Side Cottage
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Hot Tub~Near MCH Waterfront~Firehouse Suite

Atlantic Beach Bungalow...steps from the beach

Keepin’ it Coastal

Blue Heron Shack

Drop In Suite over Garage

The Little Lime. Close to everything

Bogue Banks Retreat

Promise Land Getaway 10 Min to Atl Beach, Beaufort
Other great vacation rentals near Cape Lookout Shoals

High Tider Matchmaker

Atlantic Beach Sound Retreat

The Crab Shack

Ant’s Corner

The Ichabod Mason House on Ann

"Beau Tonic on Gordon"

KING bed - Walk to Downtown Entertainment and Food

Couples Waterfront Retreat with Lighthouse View
Destinations to explore
- Onslow Beach
- Fort Macon State Park
- Emerald Isle Beach
- Bare Sand Beach
- Ocracoke Beach
- Hurst Beach
- Cape Lookout
- Hammocks Beach State Park
- Headys Beach
- Club Colony Dr Public Beach Access
- Sand Island
- New River Inlet
- Ocean Blvd Public Beach Access
- ORV Beach Access
- Old House Beach
- Lifeguarded Beach
- Fort Macon Rock Jetty
- Windsurfer East
- North Topsail Shores
- Beach Access Inlet And Channel Drives
- Dunes Club




