Waterfront vacation rentals in Carteret County

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Cottage in Cedar Island

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews

Lazy Days on Cedar Island Bay

Lazy Days on Cedar Island Bay. A beautiful, quaint cottage overlooking Cedar Island Bay. The location provides you and your family the opportunity to explore the bay immediately adjacent to the cottage. The deck allows for beautiful views of the Bay. Vacationers can also enjoy many other outdoor activities on and around Cedar Island such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking, surf fishing, and kite boarding . Ferry to Ocracoke Island 2 miles away. Cape Lookout National Seashore is a short drive.

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Condo in Atlantic Beach

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

OS142 - steps to ocean, W/D on-site, Wi-Fi, pool

Step into your coastal getaway! Enjoy a well-appointed kitchen, full bath, and the comfort of a queen-size bed and sleeper sofa. It's coziest for up to three adults or two adults with two children. We've got you covered with coffee, teas, linens, and towels. Revel in high-speed internet and cable TV for a relaxing beachside life. While the unit has NO VIEW (in a breezeway), the beach is just 50 steps away! Book now for a memorable seaside escape. Make our studio condo your home away from home.

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Home in Marshallberg

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

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.

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Home in Cedar Point

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 276 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.

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Home in Newport

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Coastal Retreat on Waterway ?w/Hot Tub

Quaint 3 bdrm 2 ba home situated on the intracoastal waterway. Want to go to the beach but don't want to be in the mainstream of it all? We are close enough but far enough. Enjoy tranquil moon lit nights listening to dolphins as they swim by. By day, lounge on the porch, pergola, hot tub or dock and watch the parade of boats pass by. For the fishing enthusiasts an array of fish can be caught from the dock to incl, sheep's head, flounder, puppy drum, speckled trout, blue fish, crabs and more.

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Guesthouse in New Bern

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

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!

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Condo in Atlantic Beach

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

🏖 Cute Beachside Getaway_Wifi_Kitchen_Pool

Come and enjoy our Pristine Beach & Crystal Clear Pool from the comfort of this 2nd floor studio condo located just steps from the beach! See aerial photo for general unit location. The property has a large grassy recreation area and PRIVATE GAZEBO ACCESS that leads directly to a beautiful, Secluded Beach for quiet strolls, shelling, sunbathing, and sunset walks. There is also a Coastal bike path for refreshing jogs, bike rides, or walks. Watch Sun, Surf & Sand Vacation Rentals on YT.

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Guesthouse in Peletier

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Water Lover's Retreat

Private, open floor plan cottage-studio on the water. Wake to views of the White Oak River, fish, kayak and enjoy the sunrise and sunsets 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. Updates, more photos on IG and FB under "Water Lover's Retreat".

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Guesthouse in Arapahoe

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 364 reviews

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.

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Home in Atlantic Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Light and Bright at Pook's Place - Bring the Pups!

Cozy, pet-friendly home with large fenced-in yard less than half a mile from public beach access. Enjoy views of Bogue Shores from the large deck. House was fully renovated in 2019 with brand new deck, new floors, fresh paint, stainless steel appliances, outdoor shower, and new furniture. Come visit the Crystal Coast and enjoy your stay at Pook's Place!

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Home in Morehead City

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Creek Side Cottage

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Three bedroom, comfortably sleeps six, one bath and full kitchen. Great backyard views of Calico Creek. One mile from downtown Morehead City and two miles from Atlantic Beach Circle. Plenty of off street parking. Washer and dryer.