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Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded

Vacation home with kitchen

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Room
Towels, trial size shampoo, soap and lotion provided in each bathroom
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hobucken, NC
  • Place, Plum Creek
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Aurora Fossil Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Bayboro Community Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Plum Creek - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Aurora Fossil Museum - 17 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Bayboro Community Park - 21 min drive - 31.6 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 46 min drive - 67.7 km
  • Tryon Palace - 47 min drive - 68.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Fisheries - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jones Tony - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded

Leave your cares at the bridge and embrace the spacious, comfortable, and pristine charm of this delightful home on the secluded Goose Creek Island. Nestled in a tranquil setting on the Pamlico Sound, this island retreat offers a fully stocked kitchen, both indoor and outdoor games, accommodation for up to 16 guests, and high-speed Wi-Fi, all set against a scenic and private backdrop. Engage in activities such as duck hunting, fishing, and kayaking (*additional daily fee), or simply wander through the island's natural beauty. It's the perfect locale for social distancing while relishing your personal slice of paradise.

You'll have full access to the entire house, including front patio, back porches, and all rooms. The family room features a flat-screen TV with Roku and cable, while the large sleeping room boasts a Smart TV. An oversized washer and dryer are at your disposal during your stay.

The all-season room, adjacent to the dining area, provides a dedicated workstation for four with desks and seating. A well-stocked kitchen, equipped with all essential cooking items, invites you to prepare your meals. A Wilmington Grill is available for use (guests must provide their own propane), and you can utilize the new Loco Cart Boiler (90Qt) for your own Low Country Boil! Remember to stock up on supplies before arrival, as the nearest stores and restaurants are a 20-minute drive to Bayboro.

Outdoor enthusiasts can make use of provided games like cornhole, badminton, volleyball, pickleball, and kites, while indoor games are also available. A boat and kayak ramp, just 1/4 mile away, is included with your stay. Witness breathtaking sunrises on Jones Bay or enjoy spectacular sunsets on the Intracoastal, both of which are sure to leave lasting memories.

For day trips, explore Morehead City/Atlantic Beach (approximately 1.5 hours away) or venture less than an hour to the picturesque New Bern, NC, offering local shopping, delightful restaurants, and historical sites such as the "Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola."

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.4 mi (48-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

Goose Creek Island Retreat - Rural & Secluded Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer’23

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was clean and comfortable. The AC was awesome! The kitchen had everything we needed, the beds were comfy, there was plenty of hot water. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

P D J F Family Vacation 2021

Great house, Awesome, nice views. Kicking AC. We all enjoyed our stay. We all enjoyed the vacation dog Billy!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tons of space!

This property more than accommodated our group of 12 with room to spare. Close enough to most of the activities we were interested in. Loved having access to the boat launch for kayaking. Visit to nearby Aurora's fossil museum was a treat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Space

Quiet and a lot of room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The metal mansuin is very cool for duck hunters. We need a place ro stay wile house hunting

A great place first class accommodations for for duck hunting families.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Very Bad experience of Stay

We had a very bad experience and gone through tough nights of stay ... one of the Bedrooms which had 5 beds smelled too bad... it's mostly like pee smell... it's not about the lenins ... we doubted the mattresses itself were smelling... and the room corners too... the 1st night of stay was hell for us... because that smell was came up to dining area... also the overall cleanliness is very poor... windows were not in a good condition... could not open them easily and lot of debris everywhere... This is the first time for us to experience like this in USA We were completely unhappy to stay there with the kids... but we had to continue as we had no other option as we couldn't find alternate cabin immediately.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021