Experience living on a Houseboat and a fisherman's delight! - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• House boat
• Approximately 1280 square feet

Our houseboat on the Intracoastal Waterway. Sit on the front porch and watch the yachts and commercial fishing boats go up and down the waterway. Bring your fishing pole and your boat. We have a wet slip available, so you can hop on and go! Cook what you catch or prepare your favorite steak on a grille. There is a full kitchen with a dishwasher. There is a Queen size bed in the master bedroom and twin beds in the second bedroom.

We are just 10 mins. away from Historic Beaufort. Fabulous, unique shopping and eateries, boating trips to Shackleford, and book an eco-tour of the Rachel Carson Estuary, Mariners Museum, Beaufort Historical grounds, and art museum. Scenic bus tours of Beaufort or boat tours to see dolphins. You can even take a sunset cruise on the Lookout sailboat. If you adore the water, you will not be disappointed in the activities available. Here are just a few of the things you can do while visiting with us: swim, sail, boat, charter a tour, a cruise, snorkel, surfing at Atlantic Beach, paddle-board, kayak, jet ski, deep-sea fishing, secure a Pirate ship, treasure hunt, take a sunset cruise on the Lookout sailboat, pick up seashells, visit an aquarium, museums, libraries, take a trip to Shackleford Banks, see the wild Spanish Mustangs, discover great dive sites, dig for clams, gig a flounder, look for dolphins, go para-sailing, take a ferry over to Ocracoke, visit the 9-mile long island of Shackleford Banks, go Megaladon tooth diving, dive the many shipwrecks, buy a new surfboard, visit Cape Lookout National Seashore, and Shark Island.
Not much for water sports? That's okay you take a tour of Historic Beaufort on a real English Double-Decker bus, dancing, golfing, shopping, eating, play volley ball on the beach, appreciate a murder mystery dinner theater, walk the many fishing piers, fly a kite on the beach, have a picnic, walk the Beaufort's and Morehead's boardwalks, droll over yachts and sailboats docked at the marinas, experience magnificent photo opportunities, visit Beaufort's old graveyards, tours historic homes, take a pirate's tour of downtown, rent bicycles, site seeing, listen to local musicians, visit Fort Macon, visit the Core Sound Waterfowl and Heritage center, visit Beaufort's Historic Grounds, watch local artists paint, relax at a tiki bar, set on the outside decks of local eateries and have a marvelous meal and meet the locals, take your dog for a walk, or if all else fails, we recommend you just take time to relax and spend time with those you appreciate in our friendly little town.

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this houseboat is in the city center and on the waterfront. Croatan National Forest and Rachel Carson Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum and Mount Maker Charters. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the perfect New Bern vacation rental experience:

Getting the best value:

• Summertime is high season in the New Bern area. Reserve your vacation in the Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• The earlier you can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have discounts for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Filter your search:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Experience living on a Houseboat and a fisherman's delight! has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our New Bern rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. If not, call the property owner before booking the vacation home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a specific New Bern attraction you are crazy about, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• At departure, take a walk-through to confirm you have not 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.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most rental managers make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.