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Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Swansboro Historic District

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A dining room with a white table, black chairs, and a chandelier.
A hallway with a wooden herringbone floor, a black door with glass panels, and a wall-mounted lamp with a ship painting.
A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a gray sofa, and a patterned armchair. A kitchen with white cabinets and a central island is visible in the background.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble countertop island, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8264 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Swansboro, NC
  • Place, MacDaddy's Entertainment Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hammocks Beach State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Swansboro

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Swansboro Historic District vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Hammocks Beach State Park and Hammocks Beach State Park Visitors Center. MacDaddy's Entertainment Center and Star Hill Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • MacDaddy's Entertainment Center - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Hammocks Beach State Park - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 12 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 35 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandridge Diner - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 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.

Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking

Experience luxury in a home from the early 19th century that was lovingly restored from the studs up. This beautiful home is situated in the quaint seaside town of Swansboro NC, walking distance from the areas best restaurants and dockside fishing. It is nestled on a quiet street with a wonderful heated Saltwater pool (heated April, May, September and October for $75/day fee), 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and a media room. We rent Fri-Fri weekly from June-August and 2-day minimums all other months. If you want the pool heated please let your host know at least 2 days in advance as it takes 4-8 hrs to bring the pool to temperature (82°) depending on the starting temps of the water.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,845 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.6 mi (54-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.3 mi (15-min drive) from Emerald Isle Beach and 17.3 mi (27-min drive) from Hurst Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking to downtown Swansboro?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Swansboro.

Historic home in seaside village of Swansboro w/ private beach parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing. Mike was a great host. The house is beautiful and has everything you need. We hope to return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Kitchen fully equipped. Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impeccable home. Attention to detail in everything. Will definitely stay here if back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Great house!

We loved this house! Would definitely rent again. Great porches, quiet street, easy access to beach, well-stocked kitchen and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

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

Great house!

Wonderful home, walking distance to town. Love the ducks in the neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

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

Great house near the beach

Very cute house with a nice heated pool. Can hear the ocean waves and it's close to all the Emerald Isle favorites. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jovan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend getaway that should have been longer, the house was well apportioned and had everything needed. The host was responsive and helpful. A parking space on Emerald Isle two minutes from beach access is a bonus. Highly recommend the property.
House view from stree
Pool with outdoor kitchen
Family room off kitchen
Well equipped kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town to celebrate a dear friends birthday. My family and I stayed at this gorgous home, clearly renovated with style and class...the kitchen was exact to the photos Viking appliances, marble counters, all the bedrooms had what you need with comfortable beds, plenty of room for a family of 6
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney G.

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

❤️ Alexander Moore House

Precious family time in the dear town of Swansboro. The home was amazing and more special than I can put words to…Every detail exceeded description or any expectation. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Relaxing Beach Getaway!

We loved this beach cottage. It fit our families needs perfectly. Cottage was very clean when we arrived. The outdoor living areas (deck/pool) were great! The beach was just a short walk. Street was very quiet which we loved. Will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CAMILLA B.

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

Swansboro weekend

Stunning historical home with a beautiful kitchen and bathrooms. The property also features a great pool and bonus room, with plenty of space throughout. The location is fantastic, within walking distance to restaurants, making it even more convenient. The host was very responsive and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

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

Best vacation house!

Adorable cottage, perfectly clean, amazing location to beach and bike paths, awesome pool area, spacious decks and a cozy screened in porch...the list can go on. The house is decorated so lovely and in a quiet, safe neighborhood. My family enjoyed every minute of the house and beach and pool!! We rented bikes for the week so we could explore the area - so many places to check out as the house is in a GREAT location. Owners were available if we needed anything. This house was a blessing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

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

Perfect Retreat

Perfect get away for me and my daughter over Mother's Day weekend. Gorgeous luxury home with more amenities than can be taken advantage of in a few days. Walking distance to all of charming Swansboro. Incredibly accommodating and responsive host. I could use all the superlatives and it would still not be enough. A "must return" on my list.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

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

Still Charming

This was my family's third year to visit the Charming Cottage during my grandson's fall break. It was as charming as ever with a feeling of home since we'd been there before. Beautifully decorated and maintained, the cottage is located just a short walk from the beach, so that we can enjoy taking a quick walk down to the beach just to check out conditions or enjoy the sunset. The pool out back offers a great option to the beach. We'll be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia L.

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

Return to the peaceful Cottage

Our second year in this lovely home and cannot wait to go back. Mike is so easy to communicate with. The house is so clean and has absolutely every and any supply you may need. Kids love the pool, proximity to the beach and the ability to ride their bikes safely all around the neighborhood and down to ice cream! Pool is majestic, bedrooms are comfortable and clean, porches surrounding entire house provide for so many places to relax or enjoy a good book or eat a meal outside! Thank you for sharing this home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Quiet and pleasant

It was great that the owner lived close by. He was responsive, very helpful, and nice. My only complaint is that the thermostat was locked and the AC was set to 76 degrees on the first floor which was too warm for our northern sensibilities. Other than that, it was great. It is a very nice place and is close to the beach. Neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. You can't see the ocean from the house but you can hear it which was pleasant. I will definitely try to stay here again if I come back to Emerald Isle.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

“Best house!” - 9 year old

This home is gorgeous and the owners hospitality is top notch. The home is very clean, comfortable and luxurious. Mike made sure all we had to do was have a good time. He came by a few times during our stay to keep the pool clean and take out the trash can (like a ninja). Great communication and everything is very well maintained. Some key features that other VRBO’s have not had include well stocked kitchen with SHARP knives and all the utensils to make anything you want. To include cookies. Having two living rooms is also a nice bonus. Despite hurricane Debby trying to be a downer, this was one of our favorite family vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home had plenty of room for our party of 5. It is a short walk to Emerald Isle Woods Park, and an even shorter walk to the beach access. We didn't even need to bring all of our beach chairs. There are plenty of beach chairs, sand toys, and a rolling beach wagon provided. In fact, we brought with us so many household items that were not necessary as the house is stocked with plenty. We were happy to find hand soap at each sink, extra toilet paper, and a well-stocked kitchen with a variety of spices and coffee. The pool, porches, and decks had plenty of chairs for lounging. My favorite feature is the unique landscaping that provides privacy and the many enchanting statuettes. The neighborhood is quiet and feels safe. You will see people walking their dogs and riding bikes with their children. It was a perfect stay for us! We would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Amazing house!

The house and overall experience was great! Easy booking, EXCELLENT communication and killer location. We have 2 kids and it was the perfect setup for the whole family. The house layout, the porches and not to mention the pool, kept us happy the entire trip. The kitchen is stocked and the pool is too. We had a blast and will absolutely be back. If you are thinking about booking this house, do it! You won’t be disappointed in the beach trip experience. Mike, the owner, will take great care of you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Nice stay, responsive owners

Very peaceful and quiet area but still incredibly close to restaurants, shopping, etc. We had an issue the first day with the air conditioning not working right and within a couple of hours, Mike had someone out to the house and had it fixed for the rest of our stay. House was nice, pool area was great and the walk to the beach was only about 4-5 minutes depending how much stuff we were carrying.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin B.

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

Great stay!

We greatly enjoyed our stay at the Charming Cottage by the sea! The house had everything we needed and more and was so close to the beach. We had fun swimming in the pool that was private from the neighbors. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

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

Wonderful Beach Property

We had a great family vacation at Charming Cottage By the Sea. Michael made the check in process seamless and all communication prior to/during the trip was handled easily and promptly. The walk to the beach was ~1/4 mile and was easy for all in our party. Some highlights of the home were the well stocked spice rack that made meal prep a breeze and the grill that was in excellent condition and well maintained (not always a given with coastal rentals). I have no hesitation regarding renting this property in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia L.

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

Peaceful Beach & Pool retreat

The perfect “charming” house for our stay. Literally a 90 second walk to the beach with a straight walk. Lovely residential neighborhood. The property itself is so well maintained with beautiful trees and gardens that make the stay so welcoming. The house itself has EVERYTHING you need. Fresh towels on each bed, super comfortable mattresses and plenty of pillows on each bed. Each bathroom is equipped with any any all supplies you may need. The laundry is modern and enormous with ease of use downstairs. Each porch offers a nice relaxing angle of the yard, ocean and peaceful neighborhood. The pool is perfect with great LED lights for night swimming. The gate does lock if you have concerns for safety. Seemingly brand new Weber Grill w propane made cooking in so easy. The house is .5 miles away from a local ice cream shop (kids can go alone on safe paths), pizza, restaurant and more. Food Lion and Publix less than a 3 minute drive! Really enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Quiet neighborhood

This house was a short walk to the beach. It was so nice to have all of the bathrooms stocked with toiletries. The kitchen was also very well stocked. The outdoor space was lovely with the choice of relaxing by the pool, reading a book in the rocking chair on the screened porch or enjoying one of the decks. The owners are wonderful hosts and did a very nice job of making our vacation a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Quiet R & R

Charming Cottage was an excellent place to stay for our vacation at Emerald Isle! Pros - Quiet neighborhood with many friendly locals (it seemed that many were residents and not just vacation property rentals) - location was secluded but close to shopping and restaurants. - Pool was great to relax in after going to the beach - Lawn was well kept and landscaped - Close walk to the beach - Kitchen was well equipped - We rented bikes and it was fun time to grocery shop and bike to sunsets. There are designated bike paths everywhere. - House had very comfortable beds Cons -needed hooks to hang keys possibly located near door or kitchen - the decorations were lovely but many surfaces on the main floor such as end / coffee table, kitchen table had so many decorations that it was difficult to find a place to put our own items. It was a fantastic week at the beach for our family and Charming Cottage made that possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022