Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Christmas in Swansboro

Guest: Ruthie (Rayville, LA)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11 Review Submitted: 01/11/12

We could not have been more pleased with our stay this past Christmas in Swansboro. Since our daughter leaves nearby and our family is rather large we needed more sleeping space than her home could provide. Therefore, we rented the Creed home in Swansboro. Everything about this home and town was perfect and delightful. The Creeds even left special Christmas goodies for our family to enjoy. This home is extremely neat, clean and very charming. Everything from the rental of the property, checking in and departure was so easy and pleasant. Our family felt so welcomed and relaxed. Thank you for helping our Christmas away from home so wonderful. I highly recommend this home to others. In fact we plan to try to rent it again when all our family gathers again in the Swansboro area.

Owner response:We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay - and that the weather was wonderful this year! Thank you for the gumbo and bisque you left in our freezer - it was delicious! We look forward to having you with us again - it is wonderful when our guests return time and again. Carla Reed

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Totally Relaxing!

Guest: Michelle (NOVA)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 04/24/12

My family (and friends) have stayed in this lovely home multiple times over the last 5 years. It is so comfortable and the location is perfect. We have family and friends in the area and the house and yard are perfect for having cookouts. The beach is a short drive but it is worth it to stay in this lovely historic town. Don't miss the restaruants and charming shops as well as the waterway. This is a gem!

Owner response:Thank you for your kind words - we LOVE having return guests and look forward to your next visit. We did a few upgrades again last year - including getting a fun tricycle and bike that is there for the use of our guests. I am sure this is going to be a wonderful summer.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Quality family time together in Swansboro

Guest: Cindy from Gloucester, MA
Date of Stay: 08/07/11 Review Submitted: 08/27/11

Dear Carla Greetings from Gloucester! I just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay in your sweet and comfortable home. The boys thought it was "awesome' and our son who just returned from Afghanistan greatly appreciated having a "home away from home" to come to. We enjoyed the quaintness and historical atmosphere of Swansboro very much, the farmers' market and shops, along with the beach on Emerald Isle. Especially the warmth of the ocean water which is quite different from the cold temp of the ocean here in Gloucester. I'm so happy your house was available - it really helped to make our stay that much more special With kind regards Cindy and family

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Pictures do not do the property justice!

Guest: Emmy Lou (Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/05/11

We rented the house for the weekend before the Fourth of July holiday and had a wonderful time.We were pleasantly surprised that the property was even more beautiful in person than in the pictures. My boyfriend, his mother, my brother, our children (ages 10-19), and I were able to spend the weekend together with plenty of room to spread out.His sister, brother-in-law, and niece even joined us for the day on Saturday and we were all able to have dinner together in the spacious dining room. Throughout the weekend we enjoyed swimming on Bear Island, kayaking & boating in the ICW, biking along the Bicentennial Bicycle Route, and visiting shops. The house was well-equipped for our needs with all the comforts of home and we only needed to bring beach towels/toys and food! Our only regret is that we weren't able to stay for the festivities on Independence Day as we needed to drive home (Durham/Chapel Hill) to work the next day. We will definitely be returning as soon as we are able to get everyone together again!

Owner response:Thank you for taking time to write your review We have tried to make the house welcoming for multi generational families - looks like we were on target for your family! Sounds like you were able to get a lot into your long week-end Hope you are able to visit for longer next time

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Carl and Company
Date of Stay: 06/26/11 Review Submitted: 07/01/11

Carla, We've had a great time here this week. Kayaked to Bear Island, launched from the State Park off Hammock's Beach Road, kayaked around Huggins Island several times, launched from the NC Wildlife Boat Ramp at Cedar Point, caught flounder, croaker and red drum. Visited the shops, had beers and food at the Ice House and Nicky's and we grilled Tuna on your grill. We also enjoyed walking all over Swansboro. The house is well equipped and very comfortable. Thank you!

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Very Comfotable

Guest: Tim (Tecumseh. Michigan)
Date of Stay: 01/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/13/11

We stayed in Swansboro awaiting our sons return to Camp Lejeune from Afghanistan. It is only a 20 minute drive to the main gate at Lejeune. This rental offers much more privacy and comfort than any hotel can give. The owner of the home was very accommodating and concerned that our stay went well. If you are looking for a good nights sleep this is the place, the beds are extremely comfortable.

Owner response:We are glad that our house provided a comfortable welcome home for your son. We are honored to have the families of our Marines use our house as their 'home from home'. We look forward to a return visit sometime soon!

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Loved it!!!

Guest: ms. mary (Yadkinville, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/11/10 Review Submitted: 06/15/10

My family enjoyed our trip to Swansboro. As usual we enjoyed walking into town to enjoy coffee shops, restaurants, and watching the boats on the river. The beach is only a short drive from the house which is wonderful to come in for lunch or a break from the "sun". The house had lots of "extras" and was warm and cozy!! We will definately be staying again!!

Owner response:I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We have just freshened up the decks and porch for the Summer and I am glad that you were able to take advantage of the outdoor facilities. We look forward to having you back as our guests in the Fall - Mullet Festival is in October!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Our Favorite Place!

Guest: Nicola H (United States)
Date of Stay: 05/07/10 Review Submitted: 05/15/10

We have spent several wonderful weekends at this property. Swansboro is a delightful little town and this charming house is perfectly located to make the most of it. It is comfortably and very attractively furnished, and being in the historical district means it is in easy walking distance of all of Swansboro's downtown shops and restaurants. It is an easy wander down to the water to fish or watch the sun set over the sound. This property also has a lovely fenced garden - a real bonus when you have small children. It's a short drive to the beach so we were able to enjoy all our favorite activities - swimming, boating and walking. We will be back, and can certainly recommend this property for a great vacation.

Owner response:We are so glad that you enjoyed the house - and the fascinating shops that are one of the charms of the area. Next time take a drive along highway 24 - there are several unique antique shops as well as a tea and coffee house. The area still surprises me with things to discover each time I visit

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic Vacation Home!

Guest: KerryDale (Knightdale North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 05/03/10 Review Submitted: 05/18/10

I recently stayed at this vacation home with my family and friends and had a wonderful time! I would definitely recommend staying at this charming vacation home to anyone who is considering a quite relaxing setting. There is plenty to do right within walking distance of the cottage. My family and I enjoyed quiet walks through the town as well as visits to the many shops and restaurants close by. The children enjoyed the lovely new playground complete with slides, swings etc (also within walking distance), this kept them busy for a few hours. The local ice-cream shops were visited on several occasions and when we needed a recharge, the coffee shop down the road kept us going with their gourmet coffee selections. The beach is close by and took just a few minutes to get there, so we were able to spend most of our time on the beach enjoying the warm summer sun! My husband is an avid fisherman and he and his friends loved the convenience of walking to the docks to do some fishing. Might I add that several fish were actually caught! No matter what it is you are looking for I think that you will find it in this holiday home. The house was neat and provided plenty of sleeping space. The back yard was great for barbequing and the kids were able to run around and play in the fenced yard while we took a break. We are planning to visit the beach again soon and this cottage in Swansboro will be our first choice!!

Owner response:Thank you for mentioning the new park and playground - I discovered it myself during a walk around the neighborhood and wondered if it met the needs of my younger guests! Nice to hear that someone actually managed to catch some fish - my attempts were not great and I found that it was less frustrating to admit defeat and buy the local catch!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Fun in Swansboro!

Guest: miss sa (Raleigh NC)
Date of Stay: 05/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/18/10

We love this charming historic house in the qaint little town of Swansboro. We have stayed here several times and will keep coming back for more. We love the cozy comforts of the house and all the conveniences that come with it, not having to pack your own bedding and towels what more could you ask for...We loved to lounge on the deck during the day and to have dinner on it at night. The fenced in back yard is great for the kids to play and burn off some energy. Afternoon and evening strolls down to the local ice- cream shop were a favourite, all the shops are within walking distance, even for a two year old. It is also a quick 5 min drive to the beach,what a pleasure. Once again many wonderful memories were made and a fantastic time was had by all. I highly recommend this cottage to the young and single or married with kids...

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 11/02/09 Review Submitted: 11/01/09

I have just spent several days down here in Swansboro and wanted to comment on what a great job the Town of Swansboro have done with their improvements - I enjoyed the walking trail into the salt marshes, watching the egrets and other wildlife in this pristine environment. I tend to forget what a wonderful place this is - I spent a day on the beach at Emerald Isle (5 minutes away) ate some great local shrimp, oysters and founder, enjoyed breakfast at Yanna's and tried to walk some of this off wandering through the lovely streets of Swansboro. I encourage those of you who love Swansboro to come and share it with us - our home from home welcomes visitors. And to those of you who have already visited - please include your comments here and share some of your experiences in the area with others.

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Guest: Anita J. (-)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09 Review Submitted: 10/31/09

We love this place. Swansboro has been a favorite for years and we enjoy staying in the historic district. The house has all the comfort of home and having WIFI means I can catch up on some work while sitting on the front porch or in the immaculate back yard. You can walk or ride bikes to everything - the great shops, restaurants or the marina where we dock our boat while visiting. Swansboro caters to boaters and fishermen with waterfront dining and several public docks where you may leave your boat while shopping. We also enjoy walking down to the public dock to fish with the kids. The house is beautifully furnished with many extras and we love waking to the water views.

Owner response:I have just spent a week-end at my property doing some of the ongoing maintenance that this historic property requires. It was the Halloween week-end and it was wonderful being in the historic district for this great holiday! The town is now getting ready for the true Holiday Season - November 14th is candlelight and wine tasting in downtown Swansboro - and then there is the flotilla the Friday after Thanksgiving. Falls and winter at the coast are a treat in Swansboro!

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Fantastic Holiday Home!

Guest: shellbells (United Kingdom)
Date of Stay: 03/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/21/10

I live in the UK and stayed in this lovely holiday home while in North Carolina on holiday. I was very impressed and had a fantastic time! The property is so clean and well maintained and is a home away from home. The owner was so friendly and very accommodating. The house is situated in a lovely little village and a short drive from the beach. I have recommended this holiday home to all my friends and family and will definitely be returning again soon.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.