Vacation rentals in Cedar Island

The Yates Cottage

Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and has spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows. Other amenities are a screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs (with a single $150 pet fee), 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.

Cedar Island Coastal Retreat

This cottage located on the beach in Cedar Island is a modern coastal retreat built in 2022, offering stunning panoramic views of the sound. Its waterfront location provides direct access to kayaking, fishing and boating. Surrounded by natural beauty, it's close to Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge for bird watching and hiking. The nearby ferry terminal offers easy trips to Ocracoke Island. This serene getaway combines contemporary comforts with unparalleled access to nature and adventure.

Ferry Retreat

You'll have a great time at this comfortable place to stay. This home is fully handicap accessible. Found just minutes from the NCDOT Ferry Terminal for daily Ocracoke departures. Search out the heritage of this little island and the dialect they speak. This place is also just a short drive away from public boat launches and beach horse back riding stables. Come be our guest and enjoy your best life on Cedar Island. Kayak Rentals, one time rental fee for entire stay. Ask within app messenger.

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!

Waterfront*Private Dock*Pet-Friendly*Kayaks

Relax in style at Wine, Cheese & Breeze and bring your boat! We are waterfront with a private dock on 2.77 acres. Listen to the wind blow and the birds chirp as you watch an incredible sunrise on our screened in porch with expansive marsh views. It's secluded, yet close to everything. 10 mins to the restaurants and live music in Oriental and 5 mins to the River Dunes marina and village. -Sleeps 10 -Private Dock - Private Roku Smart TVs in every bedroom - Firepit -Propane Grill -2 Kayaks

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.

Waterfront Cottage-Sailor and Piper’s Sandbox

Sailor and Piper’s Sandbox was built and designed with Love …especially for our granddaughters Sailor, Piper, and Ridley Banks. Our beach cottage reflects authentic beach vibes inside and outside. You immediately get a feeling of home when you enter and will appreciate our attention to detail with pine and juniper wood from floor to ceiling, boat lights, brass port hole mirrors, etc. It's a place to relax, fish, kayak, commune with nature...great sunrises and sunsets.

Quaint Cottage with Spectacular Views

Imagine following the road to where it rolls into the sea and you will have find yourself at World's End. This secluded cottage offers full amenities and is completely ready for your next vacation. Enjoy exploring sandy beaches, looking for local wildlife, or walk to the ferry and take a day trip to Ocracoke Island. Public boat launches minutes away. Great access to fabulous fishing and duck hunting grounds! End your day on the screened deck watching the sun go down.

We call it The Point….

If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

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 Lover's Retreat: dolphins for neighbors

Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of Swansboro and 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