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Beach Happy
Starting with a glorious view of the sound, this duplex is conveniently located one mile from Fort Macon State Park and two blocks from beach public access. It has been totally renovated inside with new furniture and appliances. It hosts 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Queen beds in both bedrooms. Second bedroom has additional set of bunks with double on bottom. There is an outside shower. For boaters and fishermen, there is room to park your boat and it’s about 500 yards from a public marina!

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
Relax at this calm, stylish 1BR/1.5BA top-floor retreat at Colony By The Sea. Perfect for couples or families wanting beach, pool, and more beach. Inside, enjoy magazine-worthy decor, a fully stocked kitchen, Saatva king bed, and private Wi-Fi. Step onto the balcony for a "million-dollar view"—feet from the water. Watch sunrises, stars, and dolphins play, or open the sliders and relax to the waves. Enjoy direct beach access, pool,hot tub, grills, and outdoor showers. Less than 1 minute away.

50 Sheeps of Gray
Enjoy a breath of fresh air in this chic 2 bed, 2 bath third floor condo overlooking Taylor Creek, Carrot Island, the occasional dolphin pod or wild horse sighting, and all that Beaufort has to offer! Enjoy the scent of Black Sheep’s wood fired pizza wafting up to the balcony, grab a ferry to Shackleford, take a walk down Front St or simply relax on one of two outdoor decks in the sun. If you’re looking for a place to unwind, this is it! Great for one or two couples, or a family! See you soon!

2 bd/2 ba condo just steps from the beach!
The pool is open for the 2026 season! See the ocean from the living room, master bedroom, and balcony. Two pools, gazebos, charcoal grills, & other great amenities. Condo is on the second floor of the B building (no elevators). Rental rates do not include fees and taxes added by Airbnb. Parking for two vehicles only - no trailer parking allowed. Ideal Retreat for Travel Nurses: Just 20 minutes from Carteret Health Care. All utilities and parking are included. Special rates available.

Couples Waterfront Retreat with Lighthouse View
Couples retreat just a few dozen feet from Back Sound, with amazing views of Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout Lighthouse, come stay at our cozy cottage in one of the best kept secrets of the Crystal Coast. Harkers Island is a short drive to historic Beaufort, and Morehead City, NC, and gives you the quiet, out-of-the-way peace that can be so hard to find! Coffee in the morning, or a cocktail in the evening while sitting out on the patio and watching the dolphins swim by is in your future!

Tranquil Modern Farm Cabin
* NO CLEANING FEE * Nestled peacefully under a giant 400 year old coastal Live Oak tree on a small rustic farm, this modern, cozy little cabin has all you need for tranquility and peace of mind. The one acre of quiet, shady, private outdoor space includes a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, picnic area, and view of the gently grazing farm animals. Inside the cabin, you'll feel a deep sense of relaxation, surrounded by windows and fragrant Nordic Spruce that make up the open floor plan around you.

Charming Cottage in Historic Downtown Beaufort
Charming guesthouse in historic Beaufort. Two blocks from Front St with the shops, restaurants, beautiful boats and waterfront! Private parking and access along a brick path, surrounded by an English garden. Inside you will find a spacious Living Room with 50” TV, full kitchen, full bath with tiled glass shower, and a roomy Bedroom with a built in bunk room. There is a private patio, with seating, a fire pit and a public dock 3 houses away for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and swimming!

Beaufort Cozy Cottage - Waterfront end of street
This tiny quaint cottage is located in the heart of historic downtown Beaufort NC. The value of the home is the location! The Beaufort Waterfront is just a block and a half away! As you head to the waterfront you will pass the home of the infamous pirate Blackbeard!!! Arrr Matey! Take a right at the waterfront... just 4 blocks away you will find local retail shops, ferry services, parasailing, catamarans, historic home tours, museum, restaurants, pubs and the famous Beaufort boardwalk.

Convenient Location in Town, Perfect For Two
You’re in the BeauZone — a peaceful edge-of-town retreat where Coasties live and play. Conveniently connected to all major roads and everything the Crystal Coast has to offer. Just one mile from the heart of historic Beaufort and Front Street. Whether you choose the scenic walk or a quick drive into town, the route takes you past historic homes and along picturesque Taylors Creek. Close enough to enjoy all the activity, yet far enough away to relax and unwind at the end of the day.

The Octopus' Garden - Coastal Cottage
This cozy cottage is ideally located to explore all that the Crystal Coast has to offer. Minutes from the beach, Beaufort, area attractions, and walking or easy biking distance to the Morehead City Waterfront shops and restaurants. Retaining its original charm, this adorable 1940's cottage has been updated with all the amenities you want. Relax, unwind, explore, enjoy! We are dog-friendly! Please tell us about your furry friends when booking. *Discount for weekly stays

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
Spectacular top floor, end unit condo with the most magnificent panoramic views from both the balcony and living room. This 650 sf, 2 bedroom/ 2 bath unit is just steps away from the beach and pool. The awesome amenities include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool w/ 150 water slide, hot tubs, tennis and basketball courts, a playground and more. Listen to the ocean from our balcony and watch the dolphins play! We love our slice of paradise and would love to share it with you!
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