Rustic Cottage with Dock Overlooking Cape Lookout

Lovely cozy cabin you can see the light house and it was very quite and peaceful

For 37 years the wife and I have headed to the beach to celebrate our anniversary. Usually we stay somewhere that is oceanfront. But, this year we tried something different. I found this cabin by accident. Showed to my wife and she says ok. If you are looking for 5 star accommodations, do not stay here. If you want someplace where you can get away from it all, relax and leave the rest of the world behind (as much as possible), then this is for you. The cabin was clean and had everything and more, needed for the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. You step out the backdoor onto the deck and the view is fantastic. We had hot, humid and clear days all week. The sky was blue during the day. During the night it was dark and I have never seen so many stars. I would be up most of the night trying to photograph the Milky Way. I spent the days we stayed at the cabin fishing off the dock. I caught blues, croakers and sharks. As soon as i would get my line in something was hitting it. Several times I brought in 2 fish at a time on the double drop rig I was using. The wife even caught fish and most of the time she didn't use bait. Just casted and reeled back in. The ferry service was within walking distance. One morning we got up and jumped on it and went to Shackleford Banks. There were several other people on the ferry as we went, but when they let us off we were the only people that jumped off. All the others went to Cape Lookout. It was just us and the wild horses that were about 300 yards from us. We took some pictures of them then walked to the other side of the island for about 5 hours. We found a bunch of shells, some sand dollars. Two of which were alive and bigger than the palm of my hand. Also found several large conch shells. But the conchs were still alive so we put them back. We took a couple days and drove to Atlantic Beach. Also, would get up and ride bikes in the morning. No television, but didn't miss it. The Wi-Fi worked great but only used it when I wanted to look at the weather or tide charts. Whenever I asked Tim any questions he responded instantly. Wish there would have been some sturdy chairs on the deck but we had our fold up Adirondack chairs with us. So, that wasn't an issue. Anything you would need was on the island so we didn't have to go anywhere if we didn't want too. It was a great trip. We would do it again. Thank you Tim and your family for letting us stay in your rustic piece of paradise.

Wonderful breeze, warm water, sunrise and sunset and quiet. could not ask for more.

We have all we need here. Great sound view, peace, air conditioning, and well stocked kitchen. Very simple and unplugged stay. So thankful the owners have shared their family’s place with us. I’m especially greatful that they have not changed much over the years. The island is changing but my family loves the simpler and humble space this cottage offers. Hoping to come often!

I spent two wonderful weeks at the cottage. The house is full of charm and character. The layout is very efficient and the kitchen was well stocked- the coffee grinder was a nice touch. The deck is amazing and the old growth live oaks provide shade and privacy. The views are absolutely incredible. The NPS trails at the end of the island on the salt marsh are just minutes away and the ferry is an easy ride to the national seashore. I could see the ponies on Shackleford with my binoculars from the deck. Decent restaurants and small grocery store on the island and Beaufort, Morehead City are an easy drive. Strong wifi and cell service. Definitely plan on returning!