Clara was born and raise here and provides a unique perspective on how life was here when she was a child. Her Grandfather and father were in the Coast Guard, and her Grandfather was a lighthouse keeper at the Cape Lookout lighthouse in the early 1900s.
She and Dave love to meet our guests and answer questions about the area and our hometown. We especially love to meet children, and we love to help them explore the gardens.
This is a special home away from home. It was recently constructed and is equipped to make your stay in Beaufort fun and comfortable. There is plenty of outdoor seating and lovely gardens to enjoy.
The location is ideal - Just off Front Street and Taylors Creek. And a pleasant waterfront walk/bike ride will take you .downtown and its many shops and restaurants. If you have bikes, kayaks, or your own boat, bring them...Beaufort is a bike, kayak, and boating-friendly town with convenient bike racks and public water access. If you'd rather, you can rent bikes, kayaks, and even golf carts nearby.
Public tennis/pickleball courts, an outdoor community basketball court, a Playground, and a Splash Pad are within easy walking distance. The Splash pad is a real hit for the kids. There is ample off-street parking for your car and boat (but please get in touch with the owner in advance if you are bringing a boat).
There's a lot to do in Beaufort. Take a ferry to Shackleford Banks or Cape Lookout lighthouse to enjoy the beach and waves. Rent kayaks or take a kayak tour.
There are many tours--something for everyone-- a foodie, a ghost tour, a historic graveyard tour (fascinating), and Guided bike tours. Visit the NC Maritime Museum downtown.- Drive to the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center on Harkers Island.- During the summer, there is live music downtown. Atlantic Beach, Fort Macon State Park and the NC Aquarium are a short drive.- Deep-Sea Charter Fishing is available nearby