Waterfront vacation rentals in Harkers Island

Apartment in Marshallberg

5 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews

Blue Heron Shack

This unique studio apartment is ready for your next adventure located just 14 miles east of Beaufort. Whether that be paddle-boarding across the way to a white sand beach, kayak ride, or settling down with a good book on the dock. Access to the beach is available at Atlantic Beach (25 min drive) or Radio Island (15 min drive) . Ferry service to Cape Lookout via Harkers Island (10 min drive), Shackleford Banks via Beaufort (20 min drive), and day trips to Ocracoke via Cedar Island (35 min drive).

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Live Oak Lookout-Waterfront, Private, Pet Friendly

Come see paradise for yourself! This is arguably the most beautiful private waterfront property in all of the Crystal Coast. Watch the sun rise and set from our south facing island cottage. It is known to be the closest Harkers Island Home to Shackleford Banks, at less than 2 miles. Cape Lookout Lighthouse is in clear view! Fishing, hunting, shelling & other water adventures are all at your fingertips. The Dollar General Store is walking distance and Billy's Grocery is less than 1 mile.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviews

Home in Marshallberg

The Yates Cottage

Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and is designed for spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows on 3 sides. Other amenities are a large screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs, joggers, walkers, bikers, fishers and boaters. You will be welcomed with freshly-made beds, towels and a full kitchen with Keurig and Rachel Ray cookware.

Superhost

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Free Boat Slip-Pet Friendly Home On the Water

BEAUTIFUL ENTIRE HOME WITH A FREE BOAT SLIP. All newly renovated. Pet Friendly on the water 3 bed/2 bath house, 5 kayaks, firepit, sound access, Shackleford. Eat-in kitchen all included, granite countertops & island. King bed in the primary & queens in the other bedrooms. Deck with a gas grill, rocking & lifeguard chairs, fire pit & scenic view. All linens, towels & kitchen items. Lots of room for cars & boat trailers with WiFi, Netflix, Amazon prime, 65" television. Great family destination.

Superhost

Home in Cedar Point

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Waterfront Home with hottub, kayak, and jon boat

Fishing paradise, breathtaking sunrise and moonlight from your private hottub on the back deck, steps to the water. Tandem kayak and small boat included. You can fish, kayak, or wade from the back yard! We've caught drum, flounder, shrimp, etc. Master has a king nectar bed and an amazing view of the water from the picture windows. 3 miles to beach, 13 miles to Aquarium, & 13 miles to Camp Lejeune. The road is close but once you exit your vehicle, you feel like you are in your own lil paradise.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Home in Beaufort

The Pointe - with Dock and Boat Lift

Spectacular views with water on 3 sides and porches to match! Dock with boat lift, lights, water, and fish cleaning station is included. Great place for fishing, boating, kayaking, exploring the outer banks, or just soaking up the views of birds and wildlife all around. Vaulted ceiling in living room and master bedroom. Split bedroom layout keeps the master more private. Great views from every room! Dining area and breakfast bar. Outdoor stainless steel grill. Quiet, end-of-street location.

Guest suite in Harkers Island

5 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

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!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Home in Gloucester

Waterfront Shore House w/Private Dock & View

Enjoy this peaceful place on the shore of Gloucester, NC complete with private dock! View is spectacular! 3 Bdrms (1 K/2 Q), Living Area, Reading Area, Kitchen, Screened in Porch, Outdoor Shower, and Fish cleaning station. 3 miles from public boat ramp, 35 min to Atlantic Beach, 15 min from Beaufort for local restaurants/bars, and 10 min to the end of Harkers Island to the Core Sound Museum and Ferry Service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse or Shackleford Banks. No pets. A quiet get away!

5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Gillikin's Island

Enjoy the spectacular views from this welcoming 3 bed 2 bath home located on Harkers Island. An open floor plan with tons of windows allows you to start your day with the sunrise. The house is convenient to the Fish Hook Grill, Billy's store, and Cape Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center. Two marinas plus the NC Wildlife Ramp are close by to launch the boat for a day out on the water, and downtown Beaufort is a quick drive in for a day of shopping.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Bungalow in Smyrna

Water View, Sunrise&Sunset, Game Room, Porch Swing

*Breathtaking Sunrises & Sunsets water view *Sunroom 3 season porch. *Overlooking Jarrett Bay. * 2 bed, 2 bath. Sleeps up to six guests. * Launch your own boat or kayaks or rent across the street * Located 15-45 min to Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Shackleford Banks, Cape Lookout, NC Aquarium * Game room, ping pong, foosball, yard games * Beach chairs, umbrella * Great location for Beach-goers, Duck Hunters , Cape lookout fishing *Fire Pit

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Home in Atlantic Beach

Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!

Updated May 2025! 4 bedroom 2 full bathroom oceanside beach house located on one of the best neighborhoods in the island. Home is a 2 minute walk to a private and secluded beach access. Shopping Center is 1/2 mile away with a Food Lion and various shops and restaurants. 10-minute drive to the bars, restaurants, and fishing charters of downtown Morehead City and 15-minute drive to historic downtown Beaufort.