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⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood

Cottage in Cape Carteret with kitchen and furnished lanai

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Living area
Exterior
Property grounds
Master bedroom located on first floor
Large walk-in shower adjacent to master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cape Carteret, NC
  • Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood

This coastal cottage located in beautiful Cape Carteret sits in a quaint waterfront neighborhood just a short distance to Emerald Isle beaches, local dining and entertainment. Bring your boat, jet skis, bikes or golf cart—there’s plenty of room in the driveway!

Many modern amenities are offered, including:

-Paved parking
-Large porch with built-in furniture and grill
-Washer and Dryer
-Newly renovated kitchen, fully stocked with cookware
-Dishwasher
-High speed Wi-Fi
-AppleTVs with YouTubeTV, Hulu, Netflix and AppleTV+


This two bedroom, one and a half* bathroom house has been renovated over the past few years with major upgrades to the kitchen in 2020. There is a large porch and yard for entertaining, and a large driveway to accommodate multiple vehicles as well as trailers, boats and jet skis!

The kitchen is fully stocked with quality stainless and nonstick cookware, spices and all the basics. When you’re done cooking, enjoy the ease of using the dishwasher! A front load washer and dryer are available for use as well. Detergent and dryer sheets are included!

The master bedroom offers a queen bed, new in 2021, and plenty of closet space. The loft-style bedroom upstairs has two memory foam full beds, new in 2021. There are both gel and gusseted pillows available, so pick whichever you prefer!

The full bath downstairs has a tile shower with a divine rain shower head. A quality soap and shampoo will be provided.

*The ceiling in the half bath upstairs follows the pitch of the roof and therefore the headroom is limited. It’s perfect for kids, but an adult male may find it a little bothersome.




I have a virtual guidebook that can be viewed on your smartphone, tablet or laptop that contains my personal recommendations for the area, house rules, check-in procedures and anything else you could ever dream to know about the house, neighborhood and surrounding area! I will send this to you once a booking is confirmed so you can begin planning your stay!

This coastal cottage is in Bayshore Park, Cape Carteret, which is a waterfront neighborhood with beautiful views of Bogue Sound, the ICW and Emerald Isle! The neighborhood has four waterfront parks for water access (kayak launch, fishing etc.) including a small pier that can be used for crabbing or fishing! All four parks are a very short walk from the house.

Swansboro and Emerald Isle are both less than 10 minutes away, and Morehead City is only 20 minutes up highway 24. There are several boat ramps, water accesses and nature tails close by.

Cape Carteret, Swansboro and Emerald Isle each have a large selection of renowned restaurants of all price points, and I would be glad to offer recommendations based on your specific taste.

Golfin’ Dolphin and Mac Daddy’s offer mini golf, bowling, go-carts, a driving range, arcade games and even a high ropes course right here in town!

Bring your boat! The house is located just a short distance from several boat ramps including Broad Creek, Cedar Point, Emerald Isle and Shell rock Landing...it just depends on where you’re wanting to fish! (I am a professional mariner by trade, so I’d be glad to give you any pointers about getting around on the water and maybe even a few fishing tips!)




***Hurricane Season disclaimer: In the event a named storm is forecasted to impact the area, and a mandatory evacuation is issued by the local or state government, you will be required to leave the house. Hurricane shutters will be put up, and the house will not be accessible until after the storm passes. Of course, a refund of the days you left early will be gladly issued.***

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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
Send me a message—I may be able to accommodate.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please refer to the guidebook for the full check out instructions
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please dispose of all trash in the cans located behind the shed. One of my neighbors will come by and roll the cans to the road on trash pickup days.
Do not throw anything in the toilets that doesn't belong there, including paper towels and feminine hygiene products, to care for the septic system.
If you know your vehicle leaks oil, please do not park on the driveway. Simply pull into the driveway then onto the grass.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Cape Carteret

Located in Cape Carteret, this cottage is by the sea. Hammocks Beach State Park and Croatan National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include MacDaddy's Entertainment Center and Salty Pirate Water Park. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape Carteret, NC

What's nearby

  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 11 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 29 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marks Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ribeyes of Cape Carteret - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Star Hill Golf Club and 2 mi (3.3 km) from MacDaddy's Entertainment Center. Croatan National Forest and Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Convenient Cozy Cottage

Our family enjoyed staying in this cozy home, conveniently located near the beach, restaurants, and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Great spot

Very Comfortable, thoughtfully put together providing an enjoyable stay. Quality amenities throughout.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer M.

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

Great Stay

We had a short weekend stay to come see the Cherry Point Airshow. The house was very clean and in a very quiet residential area. The interior was also very nice. We enjoyed our short stay here and would definitely recommend this to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

betty w.

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

Perfect place for a honeymoon

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Perfect stay

Everything was perfect. Our every need was thought of and met!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES W.

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

Awesome!

Amazing place to stay, no details are overlooked at all! Great location in friendly neighborhood great host over all a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Great beach getaway

This cottage is the perfect spot for a Crystal Coast beach getaway. Located in a quiet neighborhood within minutes of the beach. Easy drive to all the attractions in the area. The cottage is clean and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie D.

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

Perfect place!

Clean, cozy, beautifully decorated! Very quick drive to the beach and family activities. Neighborhood was so quiet and a 5 min walk down to the Bogue Sound. Perfect place to stay for our young family (5 &3)!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Very neat and clean

This house is awesome! Enjoyed our stay tremendously. House is very neat and clean. Great layout and in a quiet and peaceful area. Great location to get to several different attractions. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

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

An Unforgettable Experience

We loved this place!! It was all so clean and tidy. We especially enjoyed the quiet neighborhood, not far at all from Emerald Isle!! :) ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce S.

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

Great little house in the heart of activity

This house was a great location for our getaway. Plenty of space for 4 adults to stay. House was very clean and up to date. Short walk away for sound side fishing and a short drive for surf side ocean access. Grocery store is close by as well as other restaurants. Had a great time and would stay here again given the chance!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelle B.

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

Super Cute!

The house was the perfect size for our family of 4. I felt very safe in the quiet little neighborhood. Easy access to the beach. House was stocked with everything you would need. We loved our vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

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

Awesome property

The property was as described, but better! The house was cute and cozy and very clean and had everything you could possibly need or want. A storm came through while we were there and Andrew's communication during this was great. We would definitely rent this property again! Thanks Andrew!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

A perfect stay and communication with the owner is great

We stayed with our family. We went to the beach (we played near the Pier, which is perfect for shade). We ate at circle pizza which is a short drive from the beach. So yummy. Very comfortable house. I highly recommend this VRBO! The owner goes out of his way to communicate everything you might need to know about the property and the location, he clearly cares about your comfort and happiness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

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

Fresh & Clean

Coastal Cottage is very fresh & clean. It is fully renovated and decorated to new condition. It is convenient to most anything you need or activity you want to do. The owner is very responsive to questions or needs. It would be unusual for you to need anything since he has provided all the items you need and many you may not know you're going to need. There are new toothbrushes in case you forgot yours! The kitchen is fully equipment for a chef or a novice. We were quite comfortable during our 4 day stay. We hope to return soon! Thank you Andrew for providing home away from home. Gail & Carla
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully equipped, everything was there down to the spices. The house was immaculate, tastefully decorated, inviting and cozy. Our host was very professional but more important genuinely concern that our stay would be memorable. Which I can honestly say indeed it was. Thank you Andrew for allowing my wife and I to enjoy your dwellings.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage in immaculate condition with lots of character in quiet neighborhood. Andre was great with all communications and assistance. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This space was excellent. It was decorated so cute! Check in was seamless, communication was great and the location was quiet but close to Emerald Isle for beach and restaurants. My family and I loved this rental. The owner is so thoughtful providing extras such as shampoo, body wash, toilet paper, even lotion ! Can’t say enough !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went for a quick weekend trip. We had an amazing stay, very clean and Andrew communicated everything. We had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze. The whole place was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed and more! Looks exactly like the pictures on-line.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house in a nice mellow area. Very friendly and accommodating host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Short but sweet

Wanted to break the summer in with a quick getaway to a new area. Coastal cottage was the perfect spot. Had everything we needed and then some. Great communication, extremely clean, and home was on spot with the pics. Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chere C.

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

Wow! A true coastal cottage!

The owner made every part of our stay so simple and easy. The cottage is upscale and coastal furnishings- fabulous small kitchen and appliances. All linens and bedding first class- plus spotless. The neighborhood is charming - loved sitting in the deck in the late afternoon and evening enjoying the bird songs and quiet. Not far from the beaches at all. Easy drive and friendly people everywhere. The owner recommendations were spot on. Strongly recommend staying here if you are in the area! I hope we will be able to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We drove from Pennsylvania for a 3-night stay to celebrate my dad's 90th birthday. Because so many family members were arriving from out-of-state, we chose the cottage for its proximity to Emerald Isle where they live. The cottage was very comfortable and extremely quiet, which was an added bonus. We were worried about the loft ceiling since the listing indicates it is recommended for children, but it was not a problem for our adult daughter. We would definitely recommend the cottage for your next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca C.

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

Endless Summer Coastal Cottage!

We had an incredible time at this coastal cottage! The home was immaculate and so cozy! Had we stayed in, we would have still had a great time! We grilled out every night and went shelling and sight seeing during the day. We definitely will return in the future! Thank you Mr Andrew!
Shackleford Banks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Andrew

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I am a full time merchant mariner sailing mostly along the eastern seaboard. You’ll notice plenty of nautical decor and a bookshelf full of books about ships and the ocean. I’m excited to be sharing my home with vacationers while I am at sea!

Why they chose this property

Carteret County is the only place I’d ever want to call home. I consider myself very lucky to live on the Crystal Coast, and I hope you will enjoy the area and home as much as I do!

Languages:

English

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