General Features[>
- 2 bathrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Bed sheets provided
- Birdwatching nearby
- Car required
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Dock
- English
- Fishing nearby
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Free WiFi
- Heating
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near laundromat
- Near the beach
- On the waterfront
- Oven
- Pet friendly
- Power boating nearby
- Refrigerator
- Service animals exempt from fees
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Towels provided
- TV
- Unit size: 1268 sq ft (118 sq m)
- Washing machine and dryer
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
- Approximately 1268 square feet
Come experience what Travel, and Leisure magazine has called "America's Favorite Town", by staying at Otter Banks Retreat! This sound front home features a dock with 2 boat slips, delightfully refreshed kitchen and living area, outdoor hammock, corn hole boards, and a propane grille. This home has so many calming areas to savor the sunrise or sunset. Keep your eyes out on the water and appreciate a special treat from time to time- Otters! These adorable sea animals have been spotted multiple times playing out by the dock. Appreciate fishing and crabbing from the dock. Wireless internet with ROKU streaming. Linens are supplied with each stay. Be sure to book your family vacation today at Otter Banks Retreat!
*FAMILY PETS ACCEPTED UNDER 25LBS. $200 (per pet, plus tax) NON-REFUNDABLE PET FEE APPLIES*
Local Eateries: Crossroads Pizza and Fish Hook Grille in Harkers Island. Several fast-food/dine in eateries in downtown Beaufort.
Local Grocery Stores: Billy's in Harkers Island, Food Lion in Beaufort, or Piggly Wiggly in Beaufort.
OTHER NOTES:
-No smoking
-Guests do not have access to shed
-high tide is 4' and low tide is 2.5 at the dock
-Boat must be a skiff or flat bottom
-HARKER'S ISLAND PUBLIC BOAT RAMP IS CLOSEST BOAT RAMP- ABOUT 1 MILE AWAY.
-Swimming is not recommended
About the Area
Located in Beaufort, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North River and Rachel Carson Reserve, while Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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
Note from host: 25LB WEIGHT LIMIT FOR PET. NON-REFUNDABLE FEE(s)
Nearby Restaurants
- Fish Hook Grill - 2.4 miles
- 34° North Restaurant - 3.9 miles
- The Spot - 4.1 miles
- Little Mexico - 4.2 miles
- Dragon King - 4.3 miles
- Blackbeards Grill and Grog - 4.3 miles
- Domino's Pizza Crystal Coast - 4.6 miles
- Taste of China - 4.6 miles
Nearby Activities
- Newport River Pier and Ramp - 3.4 miles
- Cape Lookout Lighthouse - 3.7 miles
- Cape Lookout National Seashore - 3.7 miles
- Rachel Carson Coastal Reserve - 4.6 miles
- Harkers Island Beach and Boat Ramp - 0.8 miles
- Carolina Traditions Guide Co. - 3.0 miles
- Hook’d Up Guide Service - 3.2 miles
- Cape Lookout Ferry Terminal - 3.5 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Salty Catch Seafood Company - 4.1 miles
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