Carteret County holiday homes

We found 3,455 holiday rentals — enter your dates for availability
Discover a selection of 1732 homes, 186 apartments and other holiday rentals in Carteret County that are perfect for your trip. Holiday rentals provide the best amenities for you and your friends, family or even pets, such as parking and a fireplace. What you'll find is a property to rent for everyone's needs, including options that are accessible or non-smoking.

Popular Carteret County destinations on Bookabach

Holiday rentals with weekly discounts – Carteret County

Showing deals for:27 Nov - 4 Dec

Dining area
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Interior
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Cozy Cabin 2 on the ICW Waterfront. Book your Spring and Summer vacations now!

Beaufort

8% off
NZ$3,602
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$515 per night
includes taxes & fees
Cozy Cabin 2 on the ICW Waterfront. Book your Spring and Summer vacations now!
Main floor with fully equipped kitchen, dining area, kids pretend play area
Pick your view? Sunrise or Sunset? We have them both.

Photo taken Dec 2019
4BR/3BA Oceanfront duplex
Open floor plan, ideal for groups - with oceanfront views
Exceptional
(179 reviews)

Oceanfront Home with Direct Beach Access & Stunning Views in Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle

28% off
NZ$6,249
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$893 per night
includes taxes & fees
Oceanfront Home with Direct Beach Access & Stunning Views in Emerald Isle
Dining area and kitchen
Beach view
Main living area from the top of the stairs
Bar and kitchen
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Emerald Isle Escape - New, Completely Renovated Oceanfront Duplex

Emerald Isle

8% off
NZ$7,981
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$1,140 per night
includes taxes & fees
Emerald Isle Escape - New, Completely Renovated Oceanfront Duplex
Room
Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

OCEANFRONT SPECTACULAR !!

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$4,561
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$652 per night
includes taxes & fees
OCEANFRONT SPECTACULAR !!
Living area
Dining
Pool
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(139 reviews)

🔹Spacious 5 bedroom Oceanside Pool House🔹 Sleeps 22🔹Steps from the Beach🔹

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$7,687
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$1,098 per night
includes taxes & fees
🔹Spacious 5 bedroom Oceanside Pool House🔹 Sleeps 22🔹Steps from the Beach🔹
Porch off of queen bedrooms with couches
Thursday July 30 at 10am
View from deck. At the end of a VERY quiet cul-de sac. Zero traffic
Living area
Exceptional
(78 reviews)

2nd ROW EASY beach access 1/2 block Ocean View + EV charger

Emerald Isle

8% off
NZ$6,306
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$901 per night
includes taxes & fees
2nd ROW EASY beach access 1/2 block Ocean View + EV charger
Interior
Property grounds
Dining
Exterior
Exceptional
(73 reviews)

Beautiful Emerald Isle Oceanfront 5 Bedroom Duplex: 'Changes In Attitudes'

Emerald Isle

8% off
NZ$7,189
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$1,027 per night
includes taxes & fees
Beautiful Emerald Isle Oceanfront 5 Bedroom Duplex: 'Changes In Attitudes'
Steps heading down stairs from bunk room
The views will not disappoint.
Room
Adorable cottage on the water!
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Waterfront cottage w/dock & kayaks

Gloucester

8% off
NZ$3,776
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$539 per night
includes taxes & fees
Waterfront cottage w/dock & kayaks
kitchen
Exterior
Living area
Property grounds
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

ISLE BE THERE ~5 min Walk to Beach, 4 Bedrooms, Golf Cart, 6 Bikes, Dog Friendly

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$5,710
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$816 per night
includes taxes & fees
ISLE BE THERE ~5 min Walk to Beach, 4 Bedrooms, Golf Cart, 6 Bikes, Dog Friendly
Room
Living area
Pool being used!
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Oceanview Unit in Desirable, Family-Friendly Community.

Atlantic Beach

5% off
NZ$3,661
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$523 per night
includes taxes & fees
Oceanview Unit in Desirable, Family-Friendly Community.
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Room
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Newly remodeled &100 steps to the beach access. Very clean and close to beach.

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$3,710
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$530 per night
includes taxes & fees
Newly remodeled &100 steps to the beach access. Very clean and close to beach.
Living area
Pool
Living area
Dining
Exceptional
(87 reviews)

Studio Condo at Atlantic Beach waiting for you to come and play :)

Atlantic Beach

7% off
NZ$1,382
for 7 nights, 1 apartment
NZ$197 per night
includes taxes & fees
Studio Condo at Atlantic Beach waiting for you to come and play :)
Spacious Living Room and Dining Room
The Mulberry Street Cottage is located five blocks from the Beaufort Waterfront.
Sunroom
Sunroom
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Mulberry Cottage 5 Blocks to Beaufort Waterfront - 220/ 1-2, 295 for 3/4 people

Beaufort

8% off
NZ$3,057
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
NZ$437 per night
includes taxes & fees
Mulberry Cottage 5 Blocks to Beaufort Waterfront - 220/ 1-2, 295 for 3/4 people
Sorry! Booze is not included. ;)
Exterior
View from the living/dining/kitchen area
Living area
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Quiet Home With Sound Views!

Harkers Island

7% off
NZ$2,354
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$336 per night
includes taxes & fees
Quiet Home With Sound Views!
View looking west
Living area
Modern kitchen
Kitchen and dining area
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

The Farmhouse. Quiet, modern. Family Friendly. Short drive to the beach!

Newport

8% off
NZ$2,065
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$295 per night
includes taxes & fees
The Farmhouse. Quiet, modern. Family Friendly. Short drive to the beach!
Walk straight into the spacious main living area on the ground level
Beloved Beaufort, NC is only 15 minutes away
Resort style pool w/ XXL pool shelf, great for kids or to just dip toes in water
Beach
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Exquisite Ocean-View Villa – Steps to Beach & Pool

Atlantic Beach

7% off
NZ$3,686
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$527 per night
includes taxes & fees
Exquisite Ocean-View Villa – Steps to Beach & Pool
Evening view from the backyard
View from the covered back porch!
Private kitchen
Home Away From Home!!
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Cozy Beach Getaway With a View!! Refreshed for 2025!!

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$2,417
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
NZ$345 per night
includes taxes & fees
Cozy Beach Getaway With a View!! Refreshed for 2025!!
Kids! Custom walls & magical ocean light. (W/parent permission, of course.)
Exterior
Twilight from the front door.  Motion light illuminates front porch.
Surprise!  Ask us to create custom "ticket" souvenirs. Free for paid guests.
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Family Friendly Home, Comfy Cozy and Close to Everything Crystal Coast, Atlantic

Morehead City

8% off
NZ$2,691
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$384 per night
includes taxes & fees
Family Friendly Home, Comfy Cozy and Close to Everything Crystal Coast, Atlantic
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

“The Cottage" Waterfront Access to Bouge Sound!

Newport

7% off
NZ$3,211
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$459 per night
includes taxes & fees
“The Cottage" Waterfront Access to Bouge Sound!
Private kitchen
Living area
Property grounds
Interior
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Beautiful Retreat with Ocean & Sound Views

Atlantic Beach

7% off
NZ$5,737
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$820 per night
includes taxes & fees
Beautiful Retreat with Ocean & Sound Views
Terrace/patio
Pink house. New Polywood furniture. Railings have been painted white
New deck furniture and umbrella for shade
Common area. Very comfortable sofas. Games and puzzles available
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Private 3rd Row Home, New Exterior, Boat Parking, Kayaks & Fire Pit

Emerald Isle

17% off
NZ$2,651
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$379 per night
includes taxes & fees
Private 3rd Row Home, New Exterior, Boat Parking, Kayaks & Fire Pit
Property grounds
Exterior
Room
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Waterfront with spectacular views, peaceful and private duplex, fishermens dream

Beaufort

8% off
NZ$6,988
for 7 nights, 1 apartment
NZ$998 per night
includes taxes & fees
Waterfront with spectacular views, peaceful and private duplex, fishermens dream
Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
Interior
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Family Tides- Beach Oasis 1 block from beach. 5 min walk. Hot tub. Pets ok.

Emerald Isle

7% off
NZ$3,830
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$547 per night
includes taxes & fees
Family Tides- Beach Oasis 1 block from beach. 5 min walk. Hot tub. Pets ok.
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Interior
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Tranquil 2-bedroom mobile home minutes from Emerald Isle and Swansboro

Cedar Point

8% off
NZ$2,601
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$372 per night
includes taxes & fees
Tranquil 2-bedroom mobile home minutes from Emerald Isle and Swansboro

Book a holiday rental for your Carteret County getaway

Learn about the unique charm of Carteret County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.

Activities and attractions in Carteret County

Are you looking for top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Carteret County a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast (7.4 mi / 12 km)
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
  • Flatwaters Paddling (17.1 mi / 27.6 km)
  • Emerald Isle Adventures (21.4 mi / 34.5 km)
  • Salty Pirate Water Park (22.6 mi / 36.4 km)
  • Brandywine Bay Country Club (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)

Exploring the natural features in Carteret County

Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Carteret County is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Crystal Coast Beaches (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
  • Emerald Isle Beach (21.8 mi / 35.1 km)
  • Croatan National Forest (26.1 mi / 42 km)
  • Old Burying Ground Historic Cemetery (0.1 mi / 0.1 km)
  • Rachel Carson Reserve (1.2 mi / 2 km)
  • Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Carteret County when booking a holiday home?
If you're escaping to Carteret County, Pine Knoll Shores is considered one of the most desired locations to spend a getaway. During your time here, keep busy by exploring wonderful sights like North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Country Club of the Crystal Coast.
What is the most popular type of holiday home accommodation in Carteret County?
According to our data, houses are the most sought-after property type in Carteret County. But as you'd expect, everyone's idea of an awesome stay can differ. Bookabach has holiday homes of all shapes, sizes and budgets, and we'll help you to find your perfect match.
How much does it cost to rent a holiday home in Carteret County?
The average price for a holiday home in Carteret County can vary depending on factors such as length of stay, season and property type. Whether you're thinking about a sprawling villa with space for extended family or a quaint cabin perfect for just you and the kids, just add your dates of travel to discover stays with amazing value.
How much does it cost to rent a beach house in Carteret County?
Prices for beach houses in Carteret County vary depending on the size and type of the property and when you plan to travel. Simply enter your travel dates into Bookabach and how many guests to view available options and prices. From there you can use our filter tool to narrow your search results by ratings, nearby activities and more.
What are popular home amenities in Carteret County?
The most popular home amenities people prefer in Carteret County are an oven, a fridge and a microwave oven. Whether you're taking a trip with your besties, family or even pets, Bookabach holiday properties have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most.
Are there large group holiday homes in Carteret County?
Carteret County has 284 holiday properties that can cater to 10 or more people. These properties come with all the space you need to share good times with family and friends.
What are the top attractions for families in Carteret County?
Keeping the kids amused during your holiday in Carteret County is easy with these fabulous family-friendly attractions:
  • Cape Lookout Lighthouse
  • Beaufort Historic Site
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
Can I find two-bedroom holiday homes in Carteret County?
You can pick from 398 two-bedroom holiday homes in Carteret County. Settle the kids into the second room or fill it with a couple of your best buddies. There's a spot for whoever's lucky enough to be joining your adventure.
Are there holiday homes with WiFi in Carteret County?
Take your pick of 642 holiday homes with WiFi in Carteret County. If you'd like to disconnect from daily life during your escape, but still need to be connected to the internet, these getaways are for you. Narrow your search by applying the WiFi filter on Bookabach.
How old do you have to be to rent a holiday home in Carteret County?
Age restrictions can vary across properties on Bookabach, so be sure to look at the rules of the holiday home in Carteret County you're interested in. But normally, it's 16, 18 or 21.
How long can I rent a holiday home in Carteret County for?
The amount of time you can stay in a Carteret County holiday home for differs depending on the property. Simply put in your dates of travel to browse available options that offer long-term stays. They include everything you need to make your extended trip more comfortable and enjoyable, such as kitchens and air conditioning. Some Bookabach holiday homes may also offer weekly or monthly discounted prices, so you can stay longer for less money.

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