Location: Cedar Island, Central Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (45 miles to Beaufort, 65 miles to New Bern, 2 miles to Ferry)
Accommodations: Waterfront Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 6)
"CEDAR SUNRISE" cottage is a quaint, clean, and very comfortable, 1400 square foot, waterfront cottage on Cedar Island, North Carolina. It truly has all of the comforts of home. There is a fully equipped kitchen, complete right down to the breadmaker (and most basic cooking staples). The great room is very open, airy and tranquil with it's shades of blue and white and ceramic tile floors throughout.
The sleeping porch is our favorite. It is fully air conditioned and heated but is also surrounded on three sides by windows/doors so it has a very outdoorsy feel. You can lie in bed and watch the dolphins or pelicans playing in the bay with the sea breezes on your face. The other two bedrooms are very comfy with boat models and hand stitched quilts. The cottage and area are very family friendly. We do ask, however, that you leave your cigarettes and pets outside.
Cedar Island is a small, quiet, fishing village. It is an island with beautiful views of the water, the Outer Banks, and the abundant wildlife, not to mention the sunrises! Cedar Island is an outdoor person's paradise with boating, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, Outer Banks exploring, and bird watching to name a few. In recent years it has become a popular kite boarding spot also. It is not a "touristy" location. It is very natural and unspoiled with three fourths of the island the National Wildlife Refuge.
There are horse stables and rentals on the island for beach trail rides. There is a National Wildlife Refuge on the island for bird watching. There are numerous neighboring Audobon controlled islands also for birdwatching. And just minutes away by boat are ocean inlets and the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There is a fishing and hunting guide service on the island, as well as, guided kayak trips and outer banks ferries. We even have a kayak and canoe at the cottage for our guests to use!
There is a great fish market to buy the day's catch for dinner or there is a great seafood restaurant where you can watch the ferries come and go. In the evenings relax on the deck or dock and watch the shrimp boats head out for the evening and return again in the morning.
For attractions off the island, you can take the Cedar Island - Ocracoke Ferry to Ocracoke and the Outer Banks. Or you can head off to the historic towns of Beaufort (about 45 miles) or New Bern (about 65 miles). There are also local ferries that will take you to the Core Banks, otherwise know as the "Southern Outer Banks". "CEDAR SUNRISE" is truly our family's paradise and home away from home.
Be sure to checkout our guestbook comments when you check the calendar availability! We have added these from our physical guestbook that we keep at "CEDAR SUNRISE" cottage. It gives you an idea of what our guests have enjoyed. (Many of our guests have told us that our photos don't do the cottage justice. That it was much larger, more open, and prettier than the photos portrayed.)
WE ALSO HAVE TWO WATERFRONT COTTAGES, "SANDY GARDEN" AND "SANDY POINT", IN HISTORIC NEW BERN AND ANOTHER WATER ACCESS COTTAGE, "BAMBOO COTTAGE", JUST OUTSIDE OF NEW BERN (see our owner's website)!!
Please click on inquiry next to the calendar. If you use this method an Email will be sent to me and I can better contact you to answer your questions.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Other Amenities
- Air Conditioning/Heat, (VCRs & Books), Fully-Equipped Kitchen, Sleeping Porch (fully insulated and with ac/heat), Outside Shower, Deck, Dock, Kayak, Canoe, 4 Boat Ramps within 3 miles, Pets NOT allowed Inside, No Smoking Inside, Boat Rentals available (from a company in New Bern)and boat charters, And remember to bring your own bed linens, unless you'd like to use and wash ours, (We provide pillows, comforters, quilts, towels, beach towels, kitchen towels, and sheets, But if you use our sheets and towels you need to wash, fold, and put them away before you leave!), If you'd like to bring your own linens (Q, F, T, F)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- NO PARTIES! Kite Boarding, Clamming, Outer Banks, Fresh Seafood, Boat Rentals, SUNBURNS & MOSQUITOS - BRING SUNSCREEN & BUG SPRAY! (Actually the bugs haven't been bad these last couple of years, )
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Please click on inquiry next to the calendar.
2009: (Mar 15 - Nov 15) .. $160/night* (3 nite min.)... $850/wk*
$100/wk discount applied, sorry no further discounts!!!
*Plus a cleaning fee of $50.00 and a fully refundable security deposit of $100.00
We follow the practice of the coastal area: 50% to hold the reservation and the
balance due 30 days prior to arrival date. Non-refundable unless due to a
Hurricane "warning or evacuation" for the Cedar Island area.
Sorry, Pets NOT allowed inside. Sorry, Smoking NOT allowed inside.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2000
Nick and Missy moved to New Bern, NC in 1988. Nick was originally born in England and led a very interesting life in many different countries. Missy was born in Md but always loved the southeast. After graduating from the Univ. of MD in 1983 we moved to Florida together. In 1988 we decided to sell everything and live on our sailboat, cruise the Bahamas and Florida, and then cruise up the East Coast. We got to NC and haven't left.
Why the Owner Chose Cedar Island
We especially loved "Downeast Cartaret County" and so bought a cottage there. We began using it just as a family retreat. More and more friends started asking to rent it from us. Then friends of friends and so on and so on. We love sharing our little piece (or should I say peace) of heaven with others. Cedar Island is such a beautiful and tranquil place. We still go to our cottage as often as possible. Our son, now 19, has loved it there as much as we have.
The Unique Benefits of this Waterfront Cottage
You can watch the sunrise over the Outer Banks, Cedar Island Bay, and Hog Island every morning. Enjoy the breezes over the island, as well as, the peace and tranquility. You can go out canoeing or kayaking with our boats, swimming, clamming, fishing, crabbing, or just sit on the deck/dock and read a good book while watching the pelicans and dolphin. There are also ferries to nearby seashores and a nice quiet beach at the end of the island by the ferry dock.
Property Photos
- - Cedar Island, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental on the Beach!
- - Cedar Island, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental on the Beach!
- - Cedar Island, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental on the Beach!
- Kitchen in Cedar Sunrise
- Dining Area in Cedar Sunrise
Guest Comments (23)
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We wanted and got some peace and quiet. We have enjoyed the big skies all around and the views of the water. In the evenings we drove out along Lola Rd. to watch the sunset. Our 2 1/2 year old son had a wonderful time playing on the beach by the ferry. The people are very friendly around here. Jonathon took some video footage of Troy Goodwin talking about life on Cedar Island. Troy is the man who mends and makes fish nets. you can see him out in front of his house wearing a white head scarf under his hat. We enjoyed reading the CI history books and looking at all the interesting shells and pictures that you have. As many of your other guests have remarked, the house is bright and clean with a great view! Thanks for having guests to stay! Mariann, Jonathon, & Ezra ***We would definitely recommend Cedar Sunrise and hope all of your guests have as restful a time as we had!***
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I can't believe we will already have to leave in the morning! We have had such a wonderful time! We could not have picked a more relaxing, yet adventurous trip. The first day we helped some kite boarders (on the beach by the ferry dock) get their sails up - how awesome! The open room and beautiful decor of the cottage has been so comforting and very enjoyable. Everyone around here is so friendly and we even made friends with one of the ferry captains who also owns the Variety Store. We really appreciate you opening your wonderful home to us and we plan to be back (and bring the kids next time) sooner than later.
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My wife and I first came thru Cedar Island on our honeymoon is 1970. This is the first time we have lingered on CI and have loved our all too brief four nites here. Your cottage is appealing and geatly enhanced by it's setting and tasteful interior. It is bright and cheerful and shows imaginative decorating. My wife didn't know quite what to expect before she arrived and was pleased. Thank you for sharing this beautiful spot with us. We want to come back!
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Wow, what a get away from the city life! We had a teriffic time staying at Cedar Sunrise. The name is perfect. With great appreciation, Brenda and family.
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Feel we know something of you from the cottage and the area you chose. We have been blessed to add this new dimension to our lives - the waterways of this part of NC are inspiring, restore the soul. The cottage was great. Thank you.
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We had so much fun this week. We can't believe how many things there are to see and do around here. We went to Beaufort, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Ocracoke, canoing, fishing, and loved the beach by the ferry dock. The children played there forever and we never worried because it was so shallow. The Grimms. This was our second trip to Cedar Sunrise and Cedar Island. We simply had to return to this little piece of paradise. Thank you for sharing this little hide-away with us! The Tatros.
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Thank you for allowing us to vacation in your lovely island home. We loved everything about it. Your home is sooo comfy with terrific views of the sunrise and water. We kayaked almost every day. While paddling we saw a sea turtle and the horses on the island across the bay!! We clammed, swam, and searched for treasures along the shore. Just hanging out at Cedar Sunrise was the best. Thank you again, and we would love to come back again!!
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We had a great week at Cedar Sunrise! It was the right place to kick off our summer and settle into suummer mode. The place is cute and relaxing - we love the water temps and jumping waves on the Outer Banks. Have a great Summer! Thanks.
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Missy, We had an unbelievable time.Yes the weather was perfect.Your place is Unbelievable.I didn't want to leave.I just love the way you have it decorated,and the sunrises,OH MY GOSH.I have a new lens i just bought for my 35 mm cam(i like this better than digital)and i got the best pictures in the mornings.I'll have to send you some. Our 5 yr old daughter just loved the place. I think her fav was the water at the dock,and the little beach area.When we go out of town she is the first to say i'm ready to go home,she's just a homebody i guess,but she never once said it at your place.Jason and i could't believe it.I know i'm rambling Missy but the last thing i've gotta say is the best part was the horseback riding.My daughter and i went on easter sunday,it was Ms. Sherrills day off but she took us out anyway.Nice lady.It was something we will never forget,and i had a little camera i took and Ms. Sherrill took lots of pictures of us riding.We also came up on the wild ponies while we were riding.They were beautiful.Yesterday when My daughter went to school and was showing off all the pictures all the moms were wanting to know where we had been and how they could go.I said CEDAR SUNRISE and gave them the info. Again, thank you so much for a great time.I'm ready to go back.Kelli
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We made it! We endured - two moms, four kids, one mini-van...need I say more?? What a comfortable place to come to. You have all the amenities of home and so nicely decorated! We are already planning our trip for next year! Since we found you on the internet we weren't sure what to expect. W were so pleased to arrive at such a welcoming place. Thank you for making your cottage available. Until next time... Heather PS. The local information booklet you put together (and the maps) were very helpful. And the stars here at night and watching the moon rise over the water were spectacular! PPS. My son, Keith (4), wants to live here! Thanks.