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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Balcony
Dog-friendly
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Onsite parking available
Non-smoking
Explore the area
Swansboro, NC
MacDaddy's Entertainment Center
Place, MacDaddy's Entertainment Center
7 min drive
Salty Pirate Water Park
Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
11 min drive
Emerald Isle Beach
Place, Emerald Isle Beach
11 min drive
Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks
Waterfront Studio in Downtown Swansboro | King Bed | Kayaks Included
Experience the charm of coastal living in this beautifully renovated waterfront studio, perfectly located in the heart of downtown Swansboro. Overlooking the scenic White Oak River and Bicentennial Park, this cozy retreat offers stunning water views, unbeatable walkability, and everything you need for a relaxing getaway.
Wake up to peaceful river views, unwind in a comfortable king bed, and step outside to explore one of the Crystal Coast’s most charming towns. Whether you’re sipping coffee by the water or strolling through downtown, this location puts you right in the middle of it all.
The Space: This thoughtfully updated studio is designed for comfort and convenience, ideal for couples or small families. Enjoy a bright, open layout, cozy king bed, and beautiful waterfront views right from your space.
Unbeatable Location: Situated directly beside a kayak rental shop and the popular waterfront restaurant By the Bridge, you’ll have dining and adventure just steps away. A public fishing pier is right outside your door, and you’re within walking distance to local shops, cafes, and everything downtown Swansboro has to offer.
Waterfront Fun: Complimentary use of 2 kayaks/ Paddleboards during your stay Easy access to additional kayak, paddleboard, and boat rentals next door Public fishing pier just steps away Scenic river views throughout your stay
Guest Access & Check-In: Guests have full private access to the entire studio. Enjoy easy, contactless check-in with a lockbox—no need to meet anyone or pick up keys.
You’ll receive an email 3 days prior to arrival with: -Property address -Door code -WiFi information -Important stay details
Parking & Getting Around: Parking in front of the unit is public and first-come, first-served. We recommend traveling with one vehicle, as weekends and peak seasons can be busier. If nearby spaces are unavailable, additional parking can be found across the street in downtown Swansboro or a short walk away at Riverside Park. Once parked, you can easily explore everything on foot.
Important Notes: Located in downtown—guests may experience normal levels of foot traffic, nearby business activity, and occasional noise, especially during evenings and busy seasons Use of kayaks and water activities is at guests’ own risk No smoking or fireworks allowed
Explore the Area: Downtown Swansboro: Walk to shops, restaurants, and waterfront attractions Hammocks Beach State Park: Ferry or kayak to Bear Island for pristine beaches White Oak River: Perfect for kayaking, boating, and fishing Emerald Isle: Short drive to beaches, fishing pier, biking paths, and more
Whether you`re here for a romantic getaway or a relaxing coastal escape, this waterfront studio offers the perfect combination of location, comfort, and experience.
Book your stay and enjoy Swansboro like a local. No parties, no outside vendors, no overnight guests without our approval prior to your stay. Do not engage in illegal activity on the property at any time. If you break or damage anything in or on the property, please let us know so we can arrange for its repair before the next guest’s arrival. No smoking Pets are allowed, however, please keep them off the couches and bed.
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Important information
You need to know
Property # 2636353vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Swansboro
Located in Swansboro, this apartment is on the waterfront. Hammocks Beach State Park and Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
MacDaddy's Entertainment Center - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Hammocks Beach State Park - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
Salty Pirate Water Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Emerald Isle Beach - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Emerald Plantation - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Havelock Station - 34 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Pizza Hut - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
34 Degrees North - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks?
As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Chic Waterfront Retreat | Walk Score 100 + Kayaks located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hammocks Beach State Park, Hammocks Beach State Park Visitors Center and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center. Star Hill Golf Club and Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Room was clean upon arrival! Parking was my main issue - I arrived on a Saturday night so had park a good ways away to walk down the busy road to get there in the dark with my luggage! - (My fault I didn’t read to the end of listing) to see parking could be an issue on weekends! However, the Host was available right away to guide me there! If traveling to stay there and fish etc- would be fine! Note - It can get loud till late at night due to restaurant traffic and band etc…. But otherwise a cute place!
Marc was an outstanding communicator & was easy to work with. There were a few easy issues he will be addressing for future guests. Good stay & recommend. We may stay there again.
We enjoyed our stay and hope to go again. I could not walk far and hubby can so the location where he could be active and I enjoyed the water. Love the decor too.
This is the cutest place and so convenient for a lazy weekend on the water. The bed is very comfortable. I do suggest bringing an hot plate if you’d like to cook but there is only one sink. So we chose to eat at “By the Bridge” and never had a bad meal. The service was great too. I’d definitely recommend this rental to everyone! (Except when I want to book it again!) Cole helped with our kayak rentals and he was the sweetest young man and so super helpful. 100% recommend this rental! Ps: bring your vinyls!! Chris Stapleton greets you in the record player but if you have vinyls, bring them!
Lovely place in an excellent location. Walkable to restaurants etc and clean. Will for sure stay again when in the area and needing a place to rest. Host was very communicative throughout the stay and check in was a breeze.
Great little weekend getaway! Finding reasonably priced places at the beach to stay is nearly impossible, especially if you need a pet-friendly place, so we were excited to find this place. It's super close to Emerald Isle, but we really fell in love with the ability to walk to downtown Swansboro in about 5 minutes! There are plenty of stores and restaurants to eat nearby. The staff at Swansboro Paddle next door were incredibly polite and welcoming. What an awesome deal to be able to rent 2 kayaks for free! We also used the pontoon boat taxi to Shark Tooth Island. I was just so pleased with the small-town feel of the people here, which is rare in today's electronic world of self-absorbed people. Marc's place was very clean, even for my picky standards. There were planty of towels available. Even though we were in a storefront, I felt like we had enough privacy with the blackout curtains. Some downsides to this place, just for people's honest assessment for if this is the right place for you... It is true that the parking can be difficult, which is common period in downtown Swansboro. The lot is very small and often fills up with people visiting the public Bicentennial Park there. It was a little noisy at times due to some people who had too much to drink that night, being as that it's next to a bar/restaurant, but that could happen anywhere to be fair. And I will say that there's nowhere to hardly hang wet swimsuits, which was annoying. And only 1 sink.
It would have been better to have more than 2 cups for the coffee machine. It would have been nice to have an electric tea pot to boil water for tea or a french press coffee maker. the microwave is not the best to boil water. It was a good idea to use an old store front for a small apartment. The restaurant next store was nice for breakfast and being on the water was nice. I would replace the two bar stools and table with a round table and chairs, it would be easier to use.
10 out of 10 definitely would come back again views were amazing definitely some good fishing people are very nice and the restaurant next door AMAZING
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay at our VRBO property. Your kind words mean a lot to us and serve as a great motivation for our team.
We strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and we are delighted to know that we met your expectations. It brings us joy to hear that you found the accommodations comfortable and that our amenities added to your overall enjoyment.
Should your travels bring you back to the area, we would be more than happy to welcome you again as our guest. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can assist you with in the future.
Thank you once again for choosing our VRBO property, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
We came to town to visit family and this was the perfect place to stay. The location is wonderful. Waking up and being able to just walk out to the sound was the best! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay at our VRBO property. Your kind words mean a lot to us and serve as a great motivation for our team.
We strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and we are delighted to know that we met your expectations. It brings us joy to hear that you found the accommodations comfortable and that our amenities added to your overall enjoyment.
Should your travels bring you back to the area, we would be more than happy to welcome you again as our guest. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can assist you with in the future.
Thank you once again for choosing our VRBO property, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
The location is amazing and views are gorgeous! Close to so much, including the beach!! Perfect place that’s nicely decorated. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Swansboro! We had great food and hospitality everywhere we went.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay at our VRBO property. Your kind words mean a lot to us and serve as a great motivation for our team.
We strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and we are delighted to know that we met your expectations. It brings us joy to hear that you found the accommodations comfortable and that our amenities added to your overall enjoyment.
Should your travels bring you back to the area, we would be more than happy to welcome you again as our guest. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can assist you with in the future.
Thank you once again for choosing our VRBO property, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
Great place with easy walking access to restaurants, shops, fishing and kayaking. Very comfortable and convenient. Owner was extremely easy to work with. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay at our VRBO property. Your kind words mean a lot to us and serve as a great motivation for our team.
We strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and we are delighted to know that we met your expectations. It brings us joy to hear that you found the accommodations comfortable and that our amenities added to your overall enjoyment.
Should your travels bring you back to the area, we would be more than happy to welcome you again as our guest. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can assist you with in the future.
Thank you once again for choosing our VRBO property, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
The property was very nice and clean, had everything we needed. We loved the restaurant next door and loved the fact we could walk under the bridge to go to the downtown Swansboro. We would definitely stay there again.
Marc is a very accommodating gentleman with a neat little place. I really appreciate the hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Marc Howell
Marc has been hosting bnb’s for 3 years now! He currently manages 6 properties on the East Coast of NC! He loves the outdoors and running his two small businesses!