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Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing

Holiday home in Morehead City with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6124.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Morehead City, NC
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
  • Place, Morehead City Port
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Morehead City Yacht Basin
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing

This immaculate 2 bedroom, 1 & ½ bath cottage, including an enclosed double car garage, is located within minutes of downtown Morehead City’s waterfront and all the fun activities and restaurants it has to offer. The cottage can house 4 people comfortably, and I just recently replaced the couch with a sleeper sofa that can accommodate 2 additional guests. It is in a transitional neighborhood and within walking distance of the Calico Creek Boardwalk/Bird Sanctuary and Morehead City Waterfront where the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and NC Seafood Festival are held each year. Many other water accesses are close by, including the Intracoastal Waterway and sandy beaches overlooking it. Historic Beaufort is 9 minutes away by car.

The cottage is equipped with a full kitchen, high speed internet, and 3 smart TVs. There is also a gas grill and all kinds of equipment to enjoy the beach or try your hand at catching fish or crabs. Bring your boat as there is parking space for 3 cars and a boat with trailer.
Well behaved pets are welcome for an extra fee. If you would like to let them outside for a while unleashed, the enclosed garage has a doggie door that leads into a small fenced-in area outside. There is also an off-leash dog park at the Rotary Park Dog Park a few miles away from the cottage.

To get the latest upcoming events visit:
www.crystalcoast.com
www.beaufort-nc.com

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$85.00 fee for each pet per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside only

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Morehead City

Morehead City is home to this holiday home. Beaufort Historic Site and Fort Macon State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Rachel Carson Reserve. North Carolina Maritime Museum and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores are also worth visiting.
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Morehead City, NC

What's nearby

  • Olympus Dive Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Morehead City Port - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Morehead City Yacht Basin - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Big Rock Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Triple S Marina - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 27 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lowes Foods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taste of Napoli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sanitary Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Oyster Shack by the Bay / 4 minutes to Morehead City Waterfront/Big Rock Landing located?

Situated in Morehead City, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Arts and Things Gallery and Olympus Dive Center. Morehead City Yacht Basin and Morehead City Port are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, accomodating, clean, quiet, lots of extras.Nice welcome basket.Easy parking, walking distance to Morehead waterfront. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway with a welcoming host. Excellent communication. Comfortable beds and a quiet neighborhood guaranteed a good night's sleep. Well stocked kitchen with more than we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

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

Excellent

The property was beautifully decorated, the host, Pamela, was so nice and promptly responded to any questions I had. This was probably one of the best vacation homes I’ve ever stayed in. We had a great time and hated to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett E.

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

A great place to stay!

My wife and
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing, perfect for our little get away with everything that we needed. Host was amazing and very responsive! Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent little time in the cottage except for sleeping, as we were fishing all day. Very clean, and the coffee bar was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hampton M.

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

Oyster Shack

Cute, clean, convenient, quiet, all needed amenities. Great communication, all around great experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great Host

Communication was great. The house is fully stocked and the host has provided anything you could possibly need. The house was very clean and the location is convenient to most anything in the area. Will definitely return on future trips to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is incredible! The host has stocked the house so well. Anything you need, she has already thought of it and placed it somewhere. The house felt like "home." She is a very responsive host and the home was very clean. We saw Dolphins from the balcony each morning. She even has binoculars to view them! Highly recommended this place. It is about a 10 minute drive from Atlantic Beach (which is beautiful more touristy and huge waves) and a 5 min drive from Radio Beach (inlet, no waves). Perfect location for some peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guardian O.

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

Hidden Jem

This is infact...The Best Hidden Jem of Morehead City...Im telling you great place for you & your fury Family...You couldn't ask for a better place.....We are returning once a year On This Hidden Jem
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time using VRBO and staying somewhere that wasn’t a hotel, and I cannot say enough good things about this place! The owner has thought of EVERYTHING you could possibly need for your stay. All bathrooms were completely stocked, the kitchen has everything you need. This house is pet friendly (thank goodness) I was having a hard time finding a place that allowed dogs larger than 50 lbs, but Pamela’s house was so accommodating to my boy. There’s 4 dog beds throughout the house with dog toys on them. Along with dog treats, food and extra food and water bowls as well. We will absolutely be staying here every year from now on when we go back home to visit. If you’re on the fence about this place, just book it! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean J.

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

Great Trip.

Great Rental, Friendly and Helpful Host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr Kayla P.

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

Lovely View in a Quiet Neighborhood

We came up to Morehead City to enjoy the NC Seafood Festival and really enjoyed our stay here. The home has a great view, the home is clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. We had everything we could need and were close to the downtown and a nice coffee shop- The Mug Shot. We highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Too Short A Stay

We had a wonderful overnight stay at “Oyster Shack By The Bay”, and only wish it could have been a longer stay! The house was amazing! Pamela is an exceptionally wonderful host, she is a diligent communicator and makes her guests feel right a home with her above and beyond attention to detail and anticipating her guests every need for a special getaway. We give this property the highest recommendations!!!.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layne H.

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

Super nice / clean/ quiet

Enjoyed our stay so much. Pamela went out of her way to make out stay special. If you are looking for a place in the middle of the “hot party spots”, this is not your place. If you are seeking a clean, calm, exceptional coastal decor place, then this is it. We will be returning to this area in the future and we definitely will be staying here again. Pamela thought of everything and more to make our stay 5 star special!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay J.

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

Oyster Shack Greatness!

I'm simply cannot say enough good things about the Oyster Shack. It was easy to find and check in. We found the place was clean and very comfortable. The kitchen was more than well stocked. The beds were comfy. Little things go a long way - welcome gifts, soft and fluffy towels just to name a few. Oh and the extras in the garage - a beach lover's dream. No need to rent anything extra. I can't wait to stay at Oyster Shack again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Excellent!

Pam, the owner, was easy to communicate with and prompt with a response about the ice maker. The home was beautifully decorated and extremely clean. Beds were very comfortable and had crisp linens. Bathrooms had great toiletries and plush towels. The kitchen was well stocked and she even left an amazing welcome package of snacks! I felt my two dogs were very welcomed; clean dog beds in every room, dog bowels and even dog toys!! The location is great; walk to the municipal park and pier. Quiet neighborhood and close to everything. The rental was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

The warmest Host & prettiest Home!

We stayed for New Year’s Eve and Day and ended up extending our stay because the home and Host are both extraordinary. We could not have asked for a better experience. We were welcomed as a family of 4 (2 couples) and our fur babies too. All of us were greeted with a fully stocked home, everything you could need or dream of is waiting for you and the decor is so charming and the beds are a DREAM!, you will sleep like babies. It’s a super clean home, smelled heavenly. The location was perfect for us, so close to Morehead’s waterfront and restaurants. And so close to the bridge to Atlantic Beach as well. The view of the water from the living room is beautiful too ! We were not expecting that. The neighborhood is super quiet and peaceful. Some older homes are on this street as well as newer ones, very few were occupied when we were there. We felt thankful and fortunate to have found this wonderful home to end 2024 and begin 2025. THE kindest host/homeowner you will ever have the true blessing of interacting with. She was always just a message away if we had any questions and always had quick and warm reply. You will only need to bring your toothbrush and clothes at this home.It has the most well stocked kitchen and pantry and fridge we’ve ever encountered. And the bathrooms have an abundance of towels and toiletries. She even had a case of bottled water in the fridge for us and 6 rolls of extra paper towels and brand new dog food, new dog toys and treats! We felt spoiled!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as pictured. It was a very nice, comfortable stay with everything one could possibly need. The host goes above and beyond with what they offer to their guests.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place with stellar views. Easy to walk or drive to places. Would stay here again next time we visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent property for your stay in Morehead City. The owner has everything you could possibly need or want stocked at the property. The pictures in the owner's listing are accurate. Everything shown is really there, plus more. The kitchen is fully stocked as is the garage. From towels to trash bags the owner assures you have more supplies than you could need. Having the washer and dryer is a plus for any beach trip. Property is well maintained and beautifully decorated. Communication with the owner was clear and quick. The location is short drive to the Big Rock Landing or the Atlantic Beach Causeway. Overall great week at the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this place. My husband and I got away for the weekend for our anniversary. This place has everything you could think of. The kichen was fully stocked which was my favorite part because we both love cooking. It was the most homey feeling away from home. The bed was super comfy and the bathroom was perfect too. I cant express how much we loved this place. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third stay here. We LOVE it. The home has everything you could need or want. The kitchen has extra appliances, spices, etc. The host also provides extras like a case of water, snacks, lots of extra bathroom amenities if you've forgotten anything, etc . We bring our dogs and are always delighted to find dog beds and toys ready for us. The garage is full of beach toys if you need anything. We also enjoy fishing at the public dock- a 2 minute walk away. We are always the only people there which is nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was so excited to stay in a VRBO as we are trying to get away from hotels, this VRBO was more then we could imagine, the place was amazing and the Host was an awesome host. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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