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The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island

Holiday home in Harkers Island with kitchen

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Living Room
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Harkers Island, NC
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
  • Place, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Lookout Lighthouse
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Master

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island

The "Hoi Toider" gets it's name from the traditional King's English still spoken by local residents. Harkers Island has the honor of hosting both the Cape Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center and the Core Sound Waterfowl and History Museum along its shores, making it a very special stop during any Crystal Coast trip. The "Hoi Toider" is located one block away from the closest marina to Cape Lookout (Cape Point, $15 launch fee). Free Public Access ramps 2 miles away at the Harkers Island Bridge.

This clean home comfortably sleeps 7.
Includes a full kitchen, laundry, and 2 full baths. Enjoy lounging on the huge screened porches on the front and back of the home (perfect for kids camp-outs). Large, well-lit covered wash down area in back, big enough for two boats. Huge yard with plenty of parking.

Harkers Island is supported by 3 restaurants and multiple grocery and convenience stores. For the vacationer, this is a great place to bring your bikes or enjoy quiet walks.

For the boater, this is paradise with quick access to Cape Lookout, Beaufort, and Morehead City. Monthly rate available upon request.

***If you are a returning guest, please send us a direct message to inquire about discounted rates.***

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Due to severe animal allergies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Harkers Island

Located in Harkers Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Arts and Things Gallery and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center.
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Harkers Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 30 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Morehead City Port - 33 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Cape Lookout Lighthouse - 35 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Triple S Marina - 44 min drive - 48.0 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeout - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪SEA SIDE STOP AND SHOP - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeard's Grill And Grog - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Little Mexico - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hoi Toider @ Harkers Island located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lovis Shore and Down East Public Library. Marshallberg Picnic Area and Mount Maker Charters are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was in a great location, plenty of amenities and the owner was awesome to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite place

We’ve been visiting since 2020. I think this is our 4th stay. It’s close to what we need, cozy, clean, and the owners are the best! Our second time bringing our boat. We look forward to next time and couldn’t imagine staying anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Great place
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rummages with Rods

Had another blessed family vacation of fishing. Love staying at this place, so convenient and boat friendly for sure. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Fun is Family Fun

Totally the best house/boat storage for our needs on the island. Friendly neighbor to make ya fill right at home as well. Always our first fishing trip of each year and love this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

It was another amazing trip at the Hoi Toider! This is one of our family’s absolute favorite places to stay and we’ve stayed multiple times. We already have a winter trip booked there and getting ready to book our next summer trip there making it our 8th stay. We feel so at home there and the property is well maintained. We find new updates each time we visit! Counting down the days until we get to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun weekend get away

We booked last minute and had a great experience. Owner called me personally the night before and gave me tips about the island and waterway being as we had never been there before. Cute decorations, spacious rooms, and easy to access everything we needed. About 30 minutes drive from Beaufort and only 5 minutes from the free boat ramp. So glad we chose to stay here with our 10 person group. Plenty of room for a big group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Here Fishy Fishy

Always enjoy family time together and make the best of it when the fish aren't biting. Try again next week hoping the weather is better. Windy so not many days on the water fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M., Cochranton PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet relaxing getaway

Chris was more than helpful with info on surrounding area. plenty of written info on hand. As soon as we walked in the door we were greeted with a clean fresh smelling home. Everything was so neat and tidy without clutter. We enjoyed the screened in front and back porch especially during the rain. everything you needed was there. This is a very nice place to stay and the neighborhood was so quiet. Next door neighbors were very nice and offered any assistance if we needed it. All in all would recommend stay here. Thanks for letting us stay here.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Twice as nice!

This was the second time we have stayed at the Hoi Toider. This home is so comfortable, you will think you are at home. They have all the amenities you could need, and more. We come for a week long fishing tournament, and there is ample room for our boat. As well as the fish cleaning table and carport. The house is clean, and expertly maintained. The porches on either side of the house make it easy to relax outside in the evenings. And the owners check on you through the week to make sure everything is ok. I have already booked our 3rd trip, and look forward to coming back again, and again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

This home was such a great place for our family to stay in while visiting Harkers island. The house was very clean and cozy. We absolutely loved that the front and back porch were screened in so mosquitoes were not really an issue while enjoying sitting on the porches. They were used daily. We brought a boat with us and there was plenty of space to park it there and clean it after a day on the sound. The boat dock was so close to the house and everyone who worked there was so kind. Communication with the owner was a breeze. .He was very kind and helpful…had we needed anything he was just a text away. Harkers is just a special place. We love it there and would absolutely stay in this home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week with our grandson

From booking the home on VRBO, to arrival day, to departure everything was perfect. The house is in a great location, with a hugh yard. My husband and I had a 5 day adventure planned for early September. At the last minute my grandson needed a sitter for the same week. So we decided to take our 4 year old grandson with us. The house was perfect for us all. The yard was hugh for him to run around, both front and back. The front screened in porch was a great play room for him. I loved the cold AC. Best AC of any house we have rented. Very comfortable bed in the master bedroom. Roku TV in living room was a plus. Could go on and on about the house and location. We look forward to coming back soon with a boat next time to keep dry in the hugh carpet in the back yard. Thank you Chris for the great adventure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly Vacation With Spouse & Family

This was our first year deciding to stay in a vacation rental vs. hotel. We felt this was a safer option due to Covid. Not only was it a safer option but it was altogether the best vacation experience we have ever had from the reservation process, throughout the entire stay. The property owner was absolutely wonderful to work with and was always available to answer any questions I had about the property or even just in general about restaurants, location, etc. before and during the stay. The property & home itself is absolutely perfect. It is beautiful, well maintained and extremely clean. I have never felt as comfortable anywhere I have ever stayed during a vacation. My husband and parents were very happy with the house as well. The location is perfect for a relaxing get away but is still close to many wonderful sites, activities, restaurants, and stores. We saw a large group of dolphins in the same area near the house every evening without even having to take a tour! We will definitely be renting this home in the future. Thank you so much to Chris & his family for sharing the home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family loved our stay at the Hoi Toider! The house was so fresh and clean upon our arrival. Check in was super easy. I did cook our meals and found the kitchen to be fairly well stocked. Just make sure you bring some paper plates. ;) We spent our days boating and fishing, and the house is in great proximity to various boat ramps. Chris was so kind to share some location tips to help us on the windier days. The covered area in the backyard is well lit and great for cleaning fish even after dark. Can’t wait to for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cummins31

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house

The house in a great location on the island. Very clean and well kept. Plenty of room and it's very nice that they add little amentities like the covered boat parking. Plenty of cooking utensils and are even nice enough to leave little things like spices and condiments. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third year staying at The Hoi Toider, and we have loved it every time. Very comfy, roomy and homey.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Season S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at Paw Paw John‘s Hoi Toider!

Our stay was perfect! Leading up to the trip, Chris was amazing with communication. He answered all our questions and emailed us a Welcomed Book before our arrival, which ensured our check in & stay were seamless. The house was clean and well laid out! The huge porches on this house are what make it! We sat on the front porch & ate meals with the sound of the ocean in the background. The breeze from the porches was fantastic. This was our first stay on Harkers Island and we can’t wait to come back and stay at The Hoi Toider again! While we were there, we spent time in Beaufort & Morehead City. We’d booked an off shore charter out of Atlantic Beach, that’s what brought us to the area this time- the property was convenient to all of these locations. The beach on the sound at Harker’s Island is adorable and perfect for small kids since there are no big waves!!Perfect getaway! We feel lucky to have found this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here plenty of room for our family. Great place to park boat and clean it under the carport. We have stayed here several times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

We love this place! It was a perfect comfortable weekend getaway! We were close to out boat landing and had great space. The porches were great for relaxing and spending quality family time. THANK YOU!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harkers Island stay

Been 10 times and always love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect

Property was easy to find, checking in was flawless, and everything was clean and in order. Responsive hosts and again, simply perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harkers Island Fishing Trip

The Hoi Toider is a great place for us to fish the Cape Lookout area. We put our boat in at Cape Pointe Marina when we can get to the jetty. When the wind is blowing hard, we put in at the public boat ramp so we can fish the marshes on the back of Shackleford Banks. The house is always clean and can comfortably accommodate five adults. A great fish cleaning station is available under a large carport. The kitchen is well stocked so you won't have to bring any pots and pans with you. This was our fifth year renting the house and we plan to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Great Stay at Hoi Toider!

Looking forward to going back and renting again. Home is as advertised and better if you're a fisherman.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our second visit to this property

Half of our group of 8 fishermen stayed at this property for the second time. It is, clean, roomy and has all the amenities one would expect except a dishwasher. The property is large with lots of room for parking and is in a quiet neighborhood which is located near where we needed to meet our fishing guides each morning. The owners kept in contact during our stay and are easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

The property is very well kept and was the perfect house for our trip. I highly recommend this property for your next harkers island vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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