TOP 5% rated, Nautical-themed Beaufort Bungalow near Downtown Beautiful Gardens - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 540 square feet

This home is in the top 5% for ratings, reviews, and reliability. (May 2024)

This private 544 sq ft nautical-themed bungalow features one huge room with an open sleeping loft (the 2nd bedroom) overlooking the main floor.

Downstairs is furnished with two rockers, a couch, a comfortable queen-size Murphy bed, a TV, and a dining table.

The loft has a full bed & twin bed. The kitchenette has basics but not equipped for cooking meals (microwave, Kuerig, modest toaster over, modest refrigerator).

Sleeping for 4-5. Ideally 2 adults and 3 kids or 4 adults. Off-street parking & room for a boat trailer with prior permission. No Family Animals or Smoking

A unique home away from home, this newly constructed bungalow is equipped to make your stay in Beaufort fun and comfortable. There is plenty of outdoor seating and handsome gardens to savor.

The location is ideal—just off Front Street and Taylors Creek. A pleasant waterfront walk/bicycle ride will take you downtown and its many stores and eateries. Meander along the boardwalk, see boats from near and far and appreciate local flavors at many waterfront eateries.

If you have bicycles, kayaks, or your own boat, bring them...Beaufort is a bicycle, kayak, and boating-friendly town with convenient bicycle racks and public water access. If you'd rather, you can rent bicycles, kayaks, and even golf cars close by.

Public tennis/pickleball courts, an outdoor community basketball court, and a KID'S SPLASH PAD are also within simple walking distance.

There is ample off-street parking for your car and boat (but please contact the owner in advance if bringing a boat)

There's a lot to do in Beaufort.

- Take a ferry to Shackleford Banks or Cape Lookout lighthouse to enjoy the beach and waves.

- Rent kayaks or take a kayak tour.

- There are many tours--something for everybody-- a foodie, a ghost tour, a historic graveyard tour (fascinating).

- Guided bicycle tours.

- Visit NC Maritime Museum downtown.

- Drive to the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center on Harkers Island.

- During the summer months, there is live music downtown.

- Atlantic Beach, Fort Macon State Park and the NC Aquarium are a short drive.

- Deep-Sea Charter Fishing is available close by.

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this vacation home is by the sea. Beaufort Historic Site and Core Creek Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Morehead City Yacht Basin and Town Creek Marina. North Carolina Maritime Museum and Mount Maker Charters are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Morehead City vacation home experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Morehead City area. To find the best value, try shifting your family's Morehead City vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Morehead City vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies frequently offer renters an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Morehead City visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides contain coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Choosing the best vacation home in the Morehead City area:

• Start by having your family decide on dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. TOP 5% rated, Nautical-themed Beaufort Bungalow near Downtown Beautiful Gardens has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Morehead City rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property manager before you book the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about pet restrictions before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be respectful. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• On check-out day, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on great reviews to inspire more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.