The perfect home to create your Island Traditions

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a road, and a body of water.
A living room with a grey sectional sofa, patterned throw pillows, a striped rug, a wooden ladder, a floor lamp, and a wreath on the wall.
Two individuals holding fish on a balcony with a white railing and a brick wall.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a fruit basket.
A home interior with a kitchen area, wooden flooring, and a bar with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Harkers Island, NC
  • Place, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Down East Public Library
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Marshallberg Picnic Area
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Front Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

House bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Harkers Island

Harkers Island is home to this vacation home. Morehead Plaza Shopping Center and Coral Bay Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North River and Rachel Carson Reserve.
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Map
Harkers Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Down East Public Library - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Marshallberg Picnic Area - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Eastern Park - 12 min drive - 16.7 km
  • North River - 17 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Schwarzbarts Trinkhalle - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪SEA SIDE STOP AND SHOP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishtowne Brew House - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect home to create your Island Traditions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The perfect home to create your Island Traditions ?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The perfect home to create your Island Traditions on Jan 31, 2027 start from $158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The perfect home to create your Island Traditions ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect home to create your Island Traditions ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The perfect home to create your Island Traditions located?

Situated in Harkers Island, this vacation home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lovis Shore and Down East Public Library. Marshallberg Picnic Area and Eastern Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and host was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cozy comfortable house that met all our needs! The hostess was very helpful and responsive to any questions. We look forward to coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host! Great location, clean with everything to make it feel like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an excellent time during our stay!! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and the beds are comfortable. The house is close to many attractions and restaurants. The island is a very quaint and quiet neighborhood. We had an excellent vacation. Rae was a very thoughtful and responsive host providing many extra touches that make you feel right at home. We definitely plan to stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, little older but very clean and has amenities that you might need. Very spacious. Host was great to communicate with. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and very clean, host was extremely nice! Would definitely stay here again! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as described. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen fully stocked. Loved the coffee and tea that was left - made coming from out of state so much easier. Would stay here agan. Clean and easy to get to. Host was in constant contact and answered any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay on the Island again. Rae is the best host on Vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home. Hosts thought of everything and we moved in with three small kids with ZERO issues. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was excellent. Perfect place for a getaway. Beautifully decorated and had all of the needed amenities like coffee. The hosts were great and wanted to ensure my stay was comfortable and made sure everything I needed was there. Definitely staying here again on my next trip Down East.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was cozy and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harkers Island Traditions

Perfect place and location for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the fourth time we have stayed here and as always the owner and the property were just perfect ! Thank you Rae for opening your property for us !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This House was the perfect play to stay for a weekend getaway with friends. Only 25-30 minutes from Morehead City.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway!

Super clean, great location. We enjoyed our stay and can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very pleasant to work with. House was great. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Our stay over the weekend was great. The house was very clean and the host was super easy to contact and fast with answers. Thank you so much for our great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Nice house with everything we needed. Rae made the arrival and departure process so easy and pleasant. Will definitely stay here again when we are Down East!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My Stay in Harkers island

House is very clean, and the area is amazing. Yes, it is an older house but amazing place to stay, and communication with the property manager was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harkers Island annual trip

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great.

As always we had a wonderful stay. The house is great and the host is even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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