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Lil' Dock/Riverfront apt./Late Sunday checkout!
Lil’ Dock is a beautiful waterfront apartment over the garage with a private entry and deck overlooking the Neuse River. Relax on the back deck with a glass of wine while watching the sunset view of the New Bern skyline. It’s just a five-minute drive to historic downtown New Bern where you will find great restaurants and plenty of unique local shops. This property has only one designated parking spot and cannot accommodate trailers. Due to allergies, no pets. Check-out: 5:00pm on Sundays only.

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.

Comfy in-law suite on Hayward Creek with pool
Enjoy your own private entrance in-law suite attached to our house separated with double locked secure door in the hall. Quartz counters Kitchen, LR/DR 1 bedroom apt, queen bed full size bath with bar handles, door to own patio to fenced pool. Work at table or popup coffee table 8 min to hospital & 10 min downtown No pets, no smoking or vaping. Relaxing walk along boardwalk through woods wetlands to Haywood creek overlooking Croatan National Forest You may see deer, otters, Egrets or turtles

River Watch Retreat
You will not forget your stay at the River Watch Retreat, and will want to tell your friends. This beautiful cabin offers a full NW view of the Carolina Blue Sky and setting sun on ENC's Trent River. Interior is paneled in locally sourced Poplar with Cedar accents. Beadboard and custom ceramic tile compliment the bathroom. Sleeping options: foldout couch downstairs and futon in loft. *Watch Bald Eagles, Geese, Heron and Osprey from 2 elevated decks a stone's throw from the water!

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!
Pet friendly and centrally located within the town of Beaufort, this rental space is one of a kind! Bike or walk to shops, restaurants and attractions downtown. We provide the bikes! Beaufort has many special tours, historic sites , events, and fun things to do! After a busy day , relax on the top deck where the view is spectacular with sightings of wild ponies and egrets. Pet fee is $50 per stay payable separate to me . Please message me if staying longer than a week .

3BR Waterfront Home|Fishing|Boating|Views
Fall/Winter books open! The home is perfect for a family, couples or a group of hunters. It is across from Drum Inlet and a short boat ride to the Outer Banks of NC. The home is located to allow for privacy while having access to historical Beaufort, Morehead City and Atlantic Beach. The house a newly constructed with 3 full bedrooms and bathrooms. The location is ideal for water activities being directly on Core Sound and a minutes from the boat ramp

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

Beachfront_Pet Friendly_1st Flr_Pool_Private Beach
Nestled within a tranquil OCEANFRONT COMMUNITY, this cozy studio offers a serene retreat with many amenities. Step outside to enjoy 600FT of PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS via 2 gazebo entranceways which offer communal seating and recreational areas complimented by Breathtaking OCEAN VIEWS. The Community Pool is the perfect setting for outdoor relaxation. Watch our YouTube video titled Ocean Sands presented by Sun, Surf & Sand Vacation Rentals.

Water Lover's Retreat
Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of the White Oak River, fish, kayak, dolphin watch, and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the decks. Easy paddle to Jones, other intracoastal islands and to Swansboro for lunch. A ~15 minute drive will take you to the Emerald Isle beaches or Swansboro to walk the historic district and visit the many shops and restaurants

Carriage House on the Neuse River
It is a perfect place to rest and relax and enjoy country, river life. The carriage house is 650 sq feet of open living space with a full bath, queen size bed, living area and full size kitchen on the second floor of our carriage house. It is private. There is a deck with wonderful views of boating and sunsets. You have access to our dock for sun bathing, fishing and swimming.

Dot's Spot!
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful and quiet place during ur stay. Enjoy a walk down to private beach and have a bonfire or doing some fishing off dock. The beach is shared with owner and 2 other airbnb's on the same property of 8 acres. owner lives on property, so please be respectful with house rules during ur stay.
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