Holiday houses in Straits

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!

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.

Waterfront | Private Beach & Dock | Sleeps 9

Soundfront stunner on Harkers Island. Your front-row seat to NC's Crystal Coast: a quiet waterfront home w/ your own private beach. Bring your boat and leave it tied off at our private dock. The main-level deck is the star - sip sunrise coffee with 180° waterfront views and frequent dolphin sightings. House includes a two-person kayak + beach gear, new outdoor shower, blazing fast Wi-Fi, and sleeps 9 (3BR/2BA). Minutes to great eats on the island; Historic Downtown Beaufort just 20 mins away.

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!

Waterfront Shore House w/Private Dock

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 a Ferry Service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse or Shackleford Banks. No pets. A quiet get away!

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!

Mermaid Cottage & Outhouse

This fully remodeled 1940's Beaufort gem is steps from Town Creek Marina and Front Street! Shops, restaurants, tours and several ferry options are within walking distance. The house offers two queen bedrooms and two full bathrooms, laundry, reading nook, fully stocked kitchen, linens, towels, beach cart, yard games & so much more. The 'Outhouse' is attached to the deck and is a separate space to hangout, watch movies & use the PS4. There is everything you need at the Mermaid Cottage!

Beachcombers Bungalow - Waterfront w/Private Dock!

Retreat "Down East" in Beaufort, NC...and bring your boat or kayak, too. You're welcome to dock it here at our little piece of Beaufort By-The-Sea. Whether you are seeking to hunt large seashells/sand dollars, the wild horses of Shackleford Banks, see Cape Lookout Lighthouse bound, visit the aquarium, planning some fishing or barrier island hopping, or just want to enjoy water views, sunrises and sunsets from the deck, couch or even a bedroom, we have it all right here!

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.

Wipe Your Feet Retreat (New, Water Views, Pets)

Brand New Construction! Enjoy beautiful water views from the front porch of our private home overlooking North River. We are 5 minutes from Beaufort waterfront in a quiet neighborhood. Our two bedroom home welcomes guests of up to five. We also own the adjacent 4 bedroom property next door which sleeps up to 11 guests (Hobe's Place). Please reach out to us with any questions about reservations, amenities, or things to do on the Crystal Coast.

Carolina Charm

Welcome to Carolina Charm! This remodeled 3BR, 2BA home in Beaufort offers a private king master suite, stylish kitchen and bathrooms, and a spacious yard with umbrella, solar lights, and boat parking. Security cameras (front/back) and guest-friendly touches like labeled kitchen cabinets, guestbook, and shoe shelves add comfort. Just 8 miles to Atlantic Beach and 3.5 miles to a boat launch.

Convenient Location in Town, Perfect For Two

Bella Blú Guest Cottage is a charming retreat nestled within a two-unit vacation rental property. A proven winner in the Airbnb community and one of the first to offer a vacation rental in the beautiful sea-side town of Beaufort, NC. A seasoned host and proud owner shares her quaint, craftsman style cottage to guests who come to explore Beaufort and the surrounding area.