Rustic Cottage with Dock Overlooking Cape Lookout

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Cottage from the dock.

Dock and nearby islands looking toward Cape Lookout from our deck

Wild ponies on Shackleford Banks, a 15 minute boat ride from the cottage.

Cape Lookout from the air, with Shackleford and Harkers Island in the distance.

Cape Lookout (bottom) and Cape Hatteras (upper right) from space.

The famous Round-the-Island Sunfish regatta in July.

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Minimum stay:3-7 nights

Internet:Yes
Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:No

Property description

Rustic Waterfront Cottage with View, Dock & Beach on Harkers Island, NC.

This family cottage has hardwood floors, ocean breezes, a bedroom with double bed, a pleasant sleeping alcove with two single beds, full bath, well furnished kitchen, a large deck overlooking the water, and a private dock. We're just a two-minute walk to the Core Sound Heritage Museum and the National Seashore headquarters, where you also catch the ferry to Cape Lookout and the barrier islands across Core Sound.

On the uninhabited barrier islands you can walk for hours along the Atlantic shore, picking up seashells, swimming, bird-watching, fishing, seeing the wild Shackleford Ponies, and climbing the famous Cape Lookout lighthouse. Back at the cottage you can fish off of our dock, explore the quiet island, or just relax on our deck with gorgeous views of the lighthouse and perfect sunsets. The historic town of Beaufort is just 30 minutes away, with fine dining, shopping, antiquing and sightseeing, and waterfront docks lined with boats from all over the world. Visit the Maritime Museum in Beaufort, the Civil War era Fort Macon, or the NC Aquarium. Charter a deep sea fishing boat to the Gulf Stream, go sunfish sailing around Harkers Island, bring your own boat or kayaks, or take the ferry to the Cape. Kayak rentals are available near the bridge onto Harkers Island.

Whatever you do, it will be a wonderful change of pace, and you will love having our simple cottage as your vacation home.

Keywords: Waterfront, Dock, Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Shackleford Banks ponies, Core Sound, Decoy Festival

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Property Type

Cottage

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Non Smoking Only

Pets Not Allowed

Wheelchair Inaccessible

Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4

Bedroom 1
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Other (See Description)
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Double bed in bedroom, two single beds in pleasant sleeping alcove, convertible futon couch....more less

Bathrooms: 1 Bathroom

Bathroom 1
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Shower/Tub, toilet, washbasin

Other Amenities

Dock for your boat up to 22'. Public boat launch and kayak rentals by bridge onto island. Marina at center of island. Fantastic bird-watching, great fishing, excellent sunsets from the deck....more less

Entertainment

Books:
Eclectic collection of natural history, seafaring, and mysteries...more less

Games:
Many good jigsaw puzzles, board games and cards...more less

Stereo:
Plug in your iPod or computer to speaker system....more less

Theme

Away From It All

Attractions

Festivals

Marina

Museums
Restaurants

Local Services & Businesses

Groceries

Leisure Activities

Antiquing
Beachcombing
Bird Watching

Boating
Eco Tourism
Shelling

Sight Seeing
Walking

Location Type

Waterfront:
On Back Sound, overlooking Cape Lookout lighthouse and the barrier islands of Core Banks and Shackleford Banks...more less

Sports & Adventure Activities

Deepsea Fishing
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Kayaking

Pier Fishing
Sailing
Snorkeling/Diving
Surf Fishing

Surfing
Swimming
Wind-Surfing

Dining

Dining Area

Seating for 4 people

General

Air Conditioning
Broadband Access
Clothes Dryer:
Available by arrangement with owner....more less
Covered Parking

Heating
Linens Provided
Parking Off Street
Telephone:
No land line but cell phone service is good....more less

Towels Provided
Washing Machine:
Available by arrangement with owner....more less
Wireless Internet

Kitchen

Coffee Maker:
Coffee grinder and drip coffee maker, single serve cone too....more less
Cooking Utensils:
All stainless steel or enamel....more less
Dishes & Utensils:
Complete dishes and glassware, good knives, fish scaler, oyster knife, cheese grater, grilling equipment, and other nice touches....more less

Kitchen:
Small but high quality and complete enough to keep the good cook happy....more less
Microwave
Oven

Pantry Items:
Staples like sugar, salt, pepper, herbs are usually on hand....more less
Refrigerator:
With top freezer. No auto ice maker....more less
Stove:
Full electric range....more less
Toaster

Outside

Deck / Patio:
Large deck overlooks water of Back Sound, barrier islands and lighthouse. Has several comfortable deck chairs....more less

Outdoor Grill

Rates

Dates	Nightly	Weekly

Fall Sep 17 - Dec 12, 2016 3 night min stay	$150	$850

My Standard Rate 7 night min stay		$850
Changeover Day: Saturday

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Refundable Damage Deposit $200

Notes:

A deposit of $200 is required to confirm your reservation and serve as a damage deposit, in addition to the rent. The full deposit is returned for timely or storm-related cancellation, or shortly after your stay except for deductions for damages, as explained in the rental agreement. Payment is by personal check or PayPal.

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Location

Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center

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48 Miles

Nearest Airport

New Bern, NC

0.2 Miles

Nearest Ferry

National Seashore Headquarters

126 Miles

Nearest Train

Amtrak in Wilson, NC

Owner info

Year Purchased: 1964

About the owner: Owners are three brothers, one a bakery owner, another a college professor, and the third a computer programmer, and our sister, an agricultural restorer in Scotland.

Why the Owner Chose Harkers Island, NC, USA:
The house was built by our parents in the 1960s, having found Harkers Island off the beaten path, authentic, and in very beautiful maritime surroundings. We have vacationed here ever since, with our children growing up with sand, salt and sunshine, and still coming back for more...

The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
Peaceful, varied marine ecosystems, interesting local history and culture, great fresh seafood, spending lots of time on the water and at the beaches, sandbars and lagoons, watching the sun set over the water. Our typical day: breakfast on the deck overlooking the water, taking the boat to Cape Lookout or Shackleford, walking, swimming and collecting shells on the beach, getting some fish for dinner, a glass of wine on the deck, watching the sunset and the lighthouse flash across the waters at night...

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Cottage from the dock.
Inside the main room
Bedroom, with double bed and bureaus.
The cottage from the driveway.
Wild ponies on Shackleford Banks, a 15 minute boat ride from the cottage.
Cape Lookout from the air, with Shackleford and Harkers Island in the distance.
Cape Lookout (bottom) and Cape Hatteras (upper right) from space.
The famous Round-the-Island Sunfish regatta in July.