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⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood

Cape Carteret accommodation with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cape Carteret, NC
  • Place, Star Hill Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, MacDaddy's Entertainment Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Cape Carteret

Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Cape Carteret cottage, you'll find Star Hill Golf Club and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center. Also, Croatan National Forest is within 3 miles (5 km) and Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Star Hill Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • MacDaddy's Entertainment Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬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.

⛵️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


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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
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.

Rules

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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Send me a message—I may be able to accommodate.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood
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Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood Cape Carteret

Frequently asked questions

How close is ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood to the airport?

This cottage is 35.1 mi (46-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood to the beach?

This cottage is 5.8 mi (14-min drive) from Emerald Isle Beach and 17.5 mi (28-min drive) from Crystal Coast Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is ⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood to downtown Cape Carteret?

This cottage is 0.9 mi away from Cape Carteret.

⛵️Coastal Cottage in Waterfront Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can not say enough praise about Andrew his immaculate comfortable cozy cottage and whomever his cleaning service is. Prestine lodging with the comfiest beds and everything you need accessible in house. We were in town for a wedding but want to come back and visit our friends in the area also just to stay here again. Location is beautiful quiet neighborhood and a walk to water and boat ramps. The decor is so lovely and homey feeling. Quiet porch mornings were relaxing. Andrew is a joy to deal with and always replied quickly or offered any help with recommendations. Located minutes from grocery and plenty of chain restaurants along with local dining. We recommend Coastal Haze. Also emerald isle (10 min away) offered plenty. We went to movie theater and I enjoyed a massage at the Emerald Isle Massage.There are beach chairs available at the house we used for Bouge Pier.Thank you for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew's Coastal Cottage is Fantastic ! Location, location, location ! Everything was as described, and immaculately clean. The house is well stocked with all the necessities, and a basket of snacks to enjoy. The washer and dryer are top notch, and of course detergent and dryer sheets were provided. Communication was fantastic ! We enjoyed the peace and calmness of the neighborhood, while still extremely close to the Emerald Isle hustle and bustle, as well as beautiful beaches. Andrew has a great grill built into the front deck, where we grilled fresh fish from Phillips Seafood, just up the road, right off of the boat. This home is definitely on our short list for a return visit, Thanks Andrew !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage! It was spotless, cozy, and thoughtfully decorated with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway.The peaceful setting made it the perfect place to unwind, and the host was friendly, responsive, and made us feel right at home.We would absolutely recommend this cottage and would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Chiara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we rent this cottage from Andrew. This is a great property, very clean, and with many amenities (coffee!) The owner is very responsive as well as attentive to making us feel welcome and taken care of. Having a personalized downladable app to keep all directions on my phone was also great! Thank you. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherie B.

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

Thoughtfully done

Andrew’s communication was exceptional. The place was very clean and the set up for renters was perfect. The location was a short drive from Emerald Beach. I was even able to kayak close by in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanon H.

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

Visiting friends a few streets over

Really enjoyed our stay. Property was very clean which is a big one for us. The cottage was very well equipped with extras if you forgot. There were a few very minor things that I did let Andrew know about but this did not affect our stay. Andrew is a great host & super easy to communicate with. Outside deck & grill great for what we needed & beds were comfortable. We will stay here again 100% next time we visit our friends in the neighborhood. Close to the beach by car. Mind you we stayed off season so the traffic was not too mad. We did drive North about 20-20 mins for a visit to Fort Macon that we all enjoyed! Beaches are great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

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

Loved the property!

We stayed at this property January 2024 and loved it, so we decided to stay again! Its close to family and close to everything we like to do. The property is clean and comfortable and very well kept. And this stay we found the distillery right around the corner, loved it! Andrew is very easy to work with and very pleasant. We will stay again in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn D.

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

Beautiful house

The house was beautiful just right for one person or for a family. Andrew went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. The house was well equipped all you need to bring is your toothbrush. I can’t wait to rent from him again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

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

Best Little Gem

Host Andrew ,was amazing supplying details and the rental was above and beyond what we expected. it was the most precious home with wonderful appointed amenities not to mention impeccable cleanliness. It was definitely a GEM!!!!! We will inquire again in the very near future as well as other family members for future visits to see our daughter and military husband.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

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

Excellent Experience

This was our first experience with Vrbo. This was a wonderful experience. The owner of the home made this experience what it was. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The information guide he supplied was wonderful and very useful. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

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

1st VRBO experience

We are Marriott vacation club owners, this is our 1st VRBO experience and not our last. The cottage is just like the pictures and Andrew is a very attentive host. We appreciated the updated cottage with the coastal feel. He has great amenities and was surprised to see all the conveniences of home. This location is close to fishing and a few great towns we enjoyed visiting.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

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