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Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat

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A sunset over a body of water with silhouetted trees and a clear sky.
A wooden deck with benches overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees with Spanish moss.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, a sink, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, a painting on the wall, and a wicker chest.
A living room with a television, multiple seating options, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Columbia, NC
  • Place, Pettigrew State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Vineyards On The Scuppernong
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat

Located at the mouth of the Scuppernong River and the Albemarle Sound in Columbia, North Carolina. The Inner Banks of Eastern North Carolina. Relaxing private River front that is great for swimming, fishing, kayaking and boating.
3 BR, 2 Queen, 2 Twin, 1 Hide a Way Queen bed, 2 B, Full set up Kitchen, Den, Dining Room seats 6, 3 seats at Bar, 3 Smart TVs, Direct TV with DVR, VCR/DVD player with a collection of movies and books
Deck with furniture and Gas grill picnic table
Swing and Hammock
Pier
Outdoor Shower with hot and cold water (seasonal)
Firepit
Small boat launch access in private canal
Big cypress trees with Spanish moss and shade

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Use Doggie Bags. Clean up Hair. Pet Crate
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking in house, outside only. Pick up butts

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Take all trash to the big trash can at the paved road.
Put keys back in the key box
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please stay on driveway path and parking area as y

Important information

You need to know

Property # 707405vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Vineyards On The Scuppernong and Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palmetto-Peartree Preserve and Pettigrew State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Columbia, NC

What's nearby

  • Pettigrew State Park - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Vineyards On The Scuppernong - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Tyrrell County Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Palmetto-Peartree Preserve - 11 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Champs Chicken - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stick Burnin - BBQ Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Full Circle Crab Company and Seafood Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flemz - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful sunsets, Cypress trees and Spanish moss retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Vineyards On The Scuppernong, Palmetto-Peartree Preserve, and Tyrrell County Visitor Center. Lake Phelps and Somerset Place are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 183 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place with a homey feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isaac A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, peaceful, quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our needs, we spent very little time there as we spent most of our time on the water, but the living room allowed all of us to sit together and hangout before going to bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint home with everything you could need. Our family of 8 plus our dog thoroughly enjoyed our week, swimming, kayaking, fishing, and overall relaxing. We planned our days out to hit everything we wanted to do as it is about 45 minutes to some of the main attractions. You are pretty secluded which was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were 5 guys on a fishing trip and we found the place clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed for cooking a few meals, indoors and outdoors on the grill! The beds were comfortable and everything worked like it should! All around great experience and the on property boat ramp was a welcome bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive. Sunsets were spectacular! An exceptionally quiet location with dark skies and great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the most idyllic spot - peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SALLY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No frills---just a relaxing stay with awesome views..
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

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

Waterfront stay

Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Hostess was very responsive. Nice little unpretentious house on a terrific spot on the water. You are paying for the views …morning and night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the kayakingBesutiful sunsets Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stetson S.

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

Awsome little place

Check in was a breeze and location was amazing for fishing!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kesha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. I especially loved how family friendly the property is for children. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Cypress and Spanish moss retreat was great. The home was an excellent location for a family retreat of fishing, relaxing, cooking, and fellowshipping. We had no problems and Karen was an excellent host with quick responses to any questions we had. The family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you. We try to create a fun and relaxing stay at our long time family home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudine N.

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

Excellent

Our stay was wonderful
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing Clean house
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Diana h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Clean home, comfortable beds and nicely stocked kitchen. We had to leave early due to the possibility of flooding, so that was unfortunate and I hope we get the opportunity to finish our trip at a later date
Beautiful
Our dog loved the water, she especially liked when the waves came to shore
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Peaceful Property

This was our second visit and we enjoyed our stay once again. This home is very peaceful and exactly what we needed to get away for a few days. Made one side trip but stayed onsite for our other full day to soak up the beauty, peace, and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2025
Glad you had a nice stay. It’s always a treat to watch the sunrise and sunset. And the occasional passing by of porpoise pod or the river otter.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Choon C.

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

It was good place to be rested and enjoy activities: swimming and Kayaking infront of house.

Our family stayed for 2 night and had a lots of fun activities: Swimming, Kayaking, and BBQ party while watching sunset view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Peaceful

Place was perfect to escape and be present. We fished, had cookouts and campfires. It was the best!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

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

Beautiful spot

Best of the Albemarle, super-private, and the house was spotless and had everything we needed. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

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

Visiting family, vacation

Relaxing and peaceful. Nice place to be on the water. Close to family and the Outer Banks for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karen York

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This is the home place in which I grew up. I attended Columbia High School. This has the small town charm where you know everyone.

Why they chose this property

This is family owned property. I grew up with my brother on the river-fishing, swimming, canoeing, water skiing and boating. I have enjoyed many years on the river with our family and friends and would like to share this experience with other couples and families. There is nothing as enjoyable like watching the sunset over the mouth of the Scuppernong River and the Albemarle Sound every afternoon.

What makes this property unique

Watching the sunset every afternoon sitting one the deck with my family is what made me fall in love with the River House. We have shared many meals with our family and friends outside. Cooking local seafood. And best of all making home made peach ice cream.

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