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Travel to Whitehurst Lookout along gently curved roadways and low-slung bridges, where you will find tranquility of mind and the joy of life on the coast. The road is a designated NC Scenic Byway, and for good reason— there is natural beauty around every bend.Arrive at this amazing home that offers striking vistas of sprawling Whitehurst Creek. The living space is as gorgeous as it is serene, featuring cathedral ceilings and generous natural light. There is ample room here for your family to relax and relax. With three king bedrooms with en suite baths, (one upstairs and one down), a queen guest bed and an additional guest bedroom with a full and a twin, this pretty, roomy home can accommodate family and friends and fishing, swimming, games of pool, or paddling out on the kayaks!Ideally located for boating enthusiasts, it's a short cruise to Harkers Island, Cape Lookout, Beaufort, and Morehead City. Explore the world-class islands and fishing spots of the southern Outer Banks; you can bring your boat and tie it up on the concrete dock. Appreciate the impressive sunsets and peace of the privacy, and the magnificant locale. This is why folks flock to the to our Crystal Coast— the water, the wonder and the way of life!We welcome your furry friends! The pet fee is $225 per reservation. No more than three dogs, please! Message us directly to add this fee to your reservation.This property has a camera, no audio, in the front of the property at the door and in the back of the home, for security purposes only.

4 bedroom, 4.5 bath Oceanside home in a amazing exclusive gated community. Simple Vacaction access with taking a right turn just over the bridge (No Traffic). This private huge beach home is ideal for summer gatherings and calming peaceful getaways to the beach throughout the year. The reverse floor plan home features an elevator and a new 4-person golf cart. This delightful home sits on a highly elevated lot and looks out over a huge community-owned field with maritime forest and on toward the ocean. The ocean-facing covered and sun decks appreciate amazing ocean breezes, and if you continue to the rooftop deck, you'll catch a glimpse of the ocean! The reverse floor plan includes the living space plus office areas and a freshly refreshed kitchen that is entirely outfitted with essentials to make your stay a enjoyment. This home features 3 en-suites with the primary en-suite on the top level. The second floor is where you'll find 2 bedrooms with queen beds and a laundry room with a full dryer and washer. The second floor also has one sizable bedroom with 1 sleeper couch and 2 twin beds. The additional room has 2 sleeper couches. Great eateries for dining in or take out. This home is ideal for extended vacations, school track-out, and working remotely while you and your family and friends savor the beach. It's also excellent for Grandparents who want to have family join them during their stay. Beach chairs, body boards, umbrellas, and other recreational equipment located in the garage. Many outdoor activities including the clubhouse pool, multiple tennis/pickleball courts, and the enormous community field located directly behind the home for the family cornhole (in garage) tournament, relaxing yoga, or pickup soccer or football game. LINENS: Please bring your own towels and sheets. Laundry available on 2nd floor.HOA requires a 2-week minimum. This is a family-friendly neighborhood with security. Not a event home. We look forward to helping you make the most of your family vacation.

Located on a peaceful dead-end road just mins. from Beaufort's Historic District, this unique property offers the ideal blend of history, appeal, and comfort. Once a church fellowship hall, this roomy 4-bedroom home is ideal for family get-togethers or group gatherings. It's our hidden getaway in a lively and historic coastal town. The sanctuary itself was constructed in 1933 in the modest fishing village of Bettie, and was later moved to Beaufort in 1979 when they added the fellowship hall. In 2019 we purchased the property and began the long process of renovating and creating The Crystal Coast Sanctuary Retreat.The property is just a 15-min. leisurely walk (or an 8-min. bicycle ride) to the Historic District's waterfront, where you’ll find stores, eateries, bars, and museums. Back at home, appreciate our serene maritime forest backyard, home to waterfowl, fish, and deer. Unwind on the swing under the old live oaks or gather around the firepit in one of three creekside seating areas. With 400 feet of waterfront, you can soak in the calming coastal breeze while spotting egrets, herons, ibis, and ospreys. And don’t miss the spectacular sunsets!Our kayak-accessible creek flows into Town Creek Bay and Gallant’s Channel, ideal for paddling adventures. History buffs will savor discovering the old menhaden railroad bed, once used by the Fishmeal Company, which runs along the back of our property.Inside, the open floor plan offers plenty of space for cooking, entertaining, or calming. The entirely equipped kitchen features a new 5-burner glass-top induction stove with two ovens (one huge convection and one modest), a enormous microwave, a full-size refrigerator, and a commercial dishwasher. With ample cookware, dishes, and glasses, hosting a feast is simple, and our wraparound bar comfortably seats 10. The property has two bathrooms (each with two toilets), a separate shower room with two showers, a washer/dryer, and a marvelous outdoor shower.The home includes four private bedrooms (no sheets supplied—rental available for $10/bed with one week's notice):2 queen bedrooms and 2 bedrooms with 6 single bunk beds each (total of 12 single beds).For an additional $350/nighttime, you can access the attached 1,400 sq. ft. sanctuary, a striking multi-purpose space featuring comfortable seating, four couch beds, two dining/game tables, a stage, an 85" intelligent TV, a private master suite and one half bath. Step outside to enjoy our charming new 500 sq. ft. covered back porch. The decor throughout the home reflects decades of our family’s appreciate for the area, featuring unique artifacts, natural treasures, and local art.Leave your car parked and discover Beaufort by foot, bicycle, or kayak! There’s plenty of parking for boat trailers, and public beaches are just a short 5–15 min. drive away (Radio Island or Atlantic Beach). Or take a ferry from Front Street to Rachel Carson Nature Preserve, Shackleford Banks, or Cape Lookout to experience wild ponies, dolphins, and pristine sands.We live close by and are happy to offer recommendations for activities and local spots to discover. We hope you’ll enjoy this little slice of heaven as much as we do!PLEASE REMEMBER:Quiet hours: 11 PM to 7 AM.This is our family home—please respect our property and leave everything as you found it. If something breaks, just let us know!Special events/events require prior approval. Additional event costs or security deposits may apply. Groups of more than 25 people are not allowed without permission.We look forward to hosting you!

Sound of the Sea East 121 is an Angled Oceanfront Townhouse Condo on 3 levels with 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths in the Sound of the Sea Community. This unit is located in the building closest to the Ocean! Excellent ocean vistas!Ground Level: Bedroom #1 with Queen Bed. Bedroom #2 with Game area with Foosball Table, Flat Screen TV, and 1 Twin/Double Bunk Set. Shared Full Bath. Washer & Dryer.Level One: Living Area with Flat Screen TV, Kitchen with French Door Fridge, dishwasher & microwave. Dining Area. Half Bath.Level Two: Bedroom #3 with King Bed, direct access to the outdoor deck and Flat screen TV. Bedroom #4 with Double Bed, Twin Bed and Flat Screen TV. Shared Full Bath.Conveniences: High Speed Wireless Internet Access, 4 Flat Screen Color Cable TVs, 4 CD Players. Board Games galore. Deck furnishings on all level decks!The Sound of the Sea Community offers on-site amenities sure to make your vacation fun and calming while the location provides painless access to many eateries, grocery stores, water park, mini golf, and unique stores!Community Conveniences: Gated Community, Two Outdoor Pools, Pool House, Outdoor Showers, Outdoor Grille Area, Tennis Facilities, Community Private Walkway to the Beach, Building Elevators, and No Smoking on Premises. Bluewater cannot guarantee Complex/Community Conveniences will be in service during the time of your stay.PARKING INFORMATION: Each reservation will receive 2 Gate Cards and 2 Parking Passes - parking for 1 car at unit, 1 in general parking. 2 cars max - Sound of the Sea does not have overflow parking. Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly stays.NO SMOKING - this is a non-smoking community.NO FAMILY PETS.Rents Weekly only Saturday - Saturday.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card included at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

This striking, newly-constructed home offers gorgeous ocean vistas. Second Row, 5 BR, 3 ½ B. K * K * K * K * 2S. Sand Castle Club linen service with beds made. The primary bedroom suite features a King bed, private bath with rain-shower, sprayer and bench seat. The game room is a ideal place to hang out and also features a bar with a slushie machine. Additional amenities include 2 dishwashers, 2 fridges, washer/dryer, 7 Intelligent TVs for streaming, and wireless Internet access. An enclosed outdoor shower with hot/cold water is convenient after beach outings. Beach wagon is supplied for your convenience. Two public beach accesses within 300 ft. Public boat ramp directly across Emerald Drive (boat parking at the home). Weekly only. Available year-round. No smoking anywhere on the premises. Dogs allowed with $300 non-returnable fee per pet (2 max., 50 lb. limit, no cats). 100 Coquina Drive.

Mystic HeightsOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Spend your days on the sandy shorelines of Emerald Isle when you book a stay at this sun-filled abode! Steps away from the beach, this updated home features ocean vistas, a full kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, ceiling fans throughout, and central air-conditioning. Pleasant moments with your appreciated ones can be spent dining alfresco on the balcony's picnic table, or while cuddling up on the couch for a movie nighttime. Relaxing evenings will be highlighted by bubbling soaks in the primary bathroom's soaking tub. And, your vacation read is well-paired with the home's rocking chairs and sea vistas. Rinse off in the outdoor shower after day of sun and sand. The getaway's private washer/dryer keeps your swimsuits refreshed and internet access ensures you're constantly connected. Near your stay, savor visiting the Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier, Salty Pirate Waterpark, Emerald Isle Woods Park, Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway, and the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Mystic Heights is ideally located for guests to appreciate the pretty bicycle trails along Emerald Isle that connect eateries, retail, and grocery stores.Things to KnowCheck-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our intelligent home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, accepting us to reach out directly with a reminder of max. occupancy and peaceful hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

The Rhododendron CottageOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'This creek-side four-bedroom home is the ideal place to bring your family on your next trip to North Carolina! With private dock access, savor the sights, sounds, and local wildlife viewing every day, go kayaking, or try your luck at some fishing. When you aren't gazing out at the gleaming water, head for the private hot tub for a bubbling soak under the star-speckled sky. Inside, discover an open-concept living room, dining area, and kitchen. Promoting family time, this space is huge enough for everybody to feel comfortable. Gather on the soft seating in the living room while streaming your favorite TV shows and movies. Or, don your chef's hat and show off your culinary skills amongst the stainless steel appliances, wood countertops, and center island in the full kitchen. When mealtime rolls around, dine at the formal dining table or dine alfresco and continue to appreciate the sunshine on the home's patio. Additionally, the sunroom offers a private space to sit, visit, and look out at the water, and the private washer/dryer ensures that chore time is the least of your concerns. With four cavernous bedrooms to choose from everybody in your family is sure to be satisfied. Private TVs, high-quality linens, and ample natural lighting come with each. To round out the home's stellar amenities, be sure to utilize the central air-conditioning, keeping you cool and comfortable no matter the temperature outside! Things to KnowCheck-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises.Home operates on a well system with a water softener.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already supplied in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to family pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 4 cars.Security camera details: There is a doorbell camera monitoring the front door and the front yard of the home.Dock details: Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.