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Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek

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View from second floor deck looking west over Calico Creek
Under a live oak on the bank of Calico Creek
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Big Rock Stadium
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Morehead City, NC
  • Place, Big Rock Stadium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Morehead Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Olympus Dive Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek

Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek is an updated, vintage fishing cottage, built in 1942 but with all the modern conveniences. It lies right on the bank of Calico Creek and in the heart of Morehead City at 20th street.
Kayak from the side yard or the 20th street bridge, walk or ride your bike 1/2 mile to the beach on the Sound and the downtown waterfront filled with shops and restaurants, put your boat in at the Morehead City public ramp at the Visitor's Center less than 2 miles from the cottage, or drive the 7 minutes to Atlantic Beach. You can do it all from Sunset Cottage, at an affordable rate, and then enjoy spectacular sunsets on the water from the screened porch or the second floor deck overlooking Calico Creek.
Decorated like the fishing cottage it was intended to be, Sunset Cottage has two bedrooms - a primary with a queen bed and a second with a queen and two twins. There is a full hall bathroom upstairs that the bedrooms share, and a powder room downstairs with a private outdoor shower.
The modern kitchen has a ceramic cooktop and oven, fridge, and a counter-top ice maker. The coffee bar offers a drip coffeemaker, grinder, a cartridge machine (Keurig-style), and an electric kettle for tea drinkers. A kayak and corn hole game is provided for your enjoyment but once the peaceful setting soaks in, you may not want to do anything but watch the water, sky and wildlife that surrounds you. Be one of the first to book this "just listed" vacation rental using the coupon code fallcall for 10% off your wonderful fall getaway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4167837vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Morehead City

Located in Morehead City, this cottage is on the waterfront. North Carolina Maritime Museum and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Morehead Plaza Shopping Center and Coral Bay Shopping Center. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Mount Maker Charters are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Morehead City, NC

What's nearby

  • Big Rock Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Morehead Plaza Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Olympus Dive Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Morehead City Port - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 26 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lowes Foods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taste of Napoli - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mug Shot Lounge - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$660, 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.

What time is check-in at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Rock Stadium and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Olympus Dive Center and Carteret Community College are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanyeli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the place! Convenient location.I wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a quant house just right for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you book with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! Perfect location, beautiful views. Perfect accommodation. We would definitely stay here again and have recommended it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lutsiya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The photos are deceiving. While the cottage itself is comfy and cozy, it sits directly on a busy street with constant traffic — day and night, without pause. Any hope of a peaceful sunset or a quiet moment outside is completely overshadowed by the noise and movement of passing cars.There is no beach access, and the kayak launch requires hauling equipment nearly 2 miles away, making water activities far more effort than advertised. A simple stroll or sitting outside to enjoy the scenery simply isn’t possible given the location.For the price, this property falls well short of expectations. If you’re looking for a tranquil retreat, look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
I'm sorry you did not enjoy your stay. However, the photos are accurate. The house is on the water and it looks just like the photos show. I am not sure what you mean by saying they are deceiving. Kayaks can be launched from the yard at high tide and from the bridge right at 20th street, just yards from the house. While there are kayak launches all over Morehead City, there is no need to go two miles to put in.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kyle z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a family of 4 for our beach vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a cute place to stay. The location is convenient, and the manager is responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a cute house in a convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colby R.

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

Sunset cottage

Beautiful cottage in a gorgeous location while still being conveniently close to Beaufort, Atlantic beach, and anything else. Cottage was clean, cozy, with stunning views inside or out. All together made for a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Peaceful stay at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our favorite room in the house was the screened in porch. When it rained, we could still be out there and the view of the marsh with oyster beds watching the tides go in and out was wonderful. Great Egrets visited frequently and some snowy egrets, plovers, curlews and of course sea gulls also visited. There are snails and fiddler crabs in the boggy area as well. Very peaceful to sit and breathe in the sea air.The house itself is a piece of history, and the furniture, décor and art reflect this old fishing home, which is decorated very tastefully. The window at the kitchen sink looks out to the marsh and you can imagine the fisherman’s wife looking out there back in the day and enjoying that beautiful sunset. We have a larger and not agile dog, so we monitored her on the stairs. The owners informed us that there is a busy road in front of the house. We take our dogs out on leash all the time, so this didn’t bother me. However, if a dog got off leash, this would be a concern. The screened area has a door to the back yard (not fenced), so we took the dogs out on leash that way unless we were all going for a walk or ride in the car and then went out the front door to ensure the home was locked. You can hear the traffic, but I focused more on the sounds of nature and didn’t have a problem with it. There are wooden decks going over the marsh areas on both sides of the street, which was a nice place to walk the dogs in addition to walking down some neighboring community streets.Although the home is older, it is tastefully updated to be modern with a nice shower and the modern conveniences one would want. The home was clean and only a short drive to area sights, shopping and beaches. We greatly enjoyed our peaceful stay at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Allen O.

It served the purpose for a place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was ok. Both bedrooms upstairs. Furniture to sit on (inside and out) both need updating and improving upon. Old and uncomfortable. Enjoyed the screened porch since the weather was very nice.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Greensboro, North Carolina

Perfect Cottage on Calico Creek

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of four had an amazing time at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek! The place had everything we needed, and we loved the style of the place that gave it so much character. The screened-in porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks while watching the creek. We also appreciated the tandem kayak — a great touch for some spontaneous fun on the water. It was the ideal mix of comfort, style, and relaxation. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique stay in Morehead City!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Greensboro, North Carolina

Perfect Cottage on Calico Creek

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of four had an amazing time at Sunset Cottage on Calico Creek! The place had everything we needed, and we loved the style of the place that gave it so much character. The screened-in porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks while watching the creek. We also appreciated the tandem kayak — a great touch for some spontaneous fun on the water. It was the ideal mix of comfort, style, and relaxation. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique stay in Morehead City!
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne R.

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

House has potential

Location was great! Management company was great! House itself was just ok, but could be cute as a button! Den and porch furniture need to be donated to Good Will or thrown in dump. They were old, stained , uncomfortable ,etc. We covered them up prior to sitting on them. Also need more sitting options in den. House had one couch and one chair. Decor is awful as well but the furniture was definitely our biggest complaint. Rest of house was fine though! The last suggestion would be to have cleaning supplies avaliable to help keep house tidy. House didnt have a broom, toilet bowl brush etc. I'm just one who likes to keep things clean etc. We would stay here again IF owners updated the furniture and decor. Again, the house has so much potential! Wouldn't take much to make it a more comfortable, appealing vacation home. Overall our time in Morehead City was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
The owners have recently replaced much of the furniture and are steadily working on improvements. Thanks for your feedback so we can make it better.

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