Holiday rentals in Gloucester

Blue Heron Shack

This unique studio apartment is ready for your next adventure located just 14 miles east of Beaufort. Whether that be paddle-boarding across the way to a white sand beach, kayak ride, or settling down with a good book on the dock. Access to the beach is available at Atlantic Beach (25 min drive) or Radio Island (15 min drive) . Ferry service to Cape Lookout via Harkers Island (10 min drive), Shackleford Banks via Beaufort (20 min drive), and day trips to Ocracoke via Cedar Island (35 min drive).

Boat Parking | 3BR Near Cherry Point & Beach

Looking for relaxation? Privacy? close to kayaking trails on hwy 70. That vacation you have been needing? Our home is ready for just that! located 7.8 miles from downtown Beaufort, NC 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with tub in master bath. Evenings can also be spent sitting on the screened 24x 24 flordia room. large 2 acre yard for parking your boat. Beaufort, NC close to Atlantic Beach and Morehead City. Fresh sheets and towels are provided with each reservation! 11 miles to the ocean.

Otway Burn's Snap Dragon Cottage

A studio apartment located 10 miles east of downtown Beaufort and 7 miles from Harkers Island. This spacious studio has hard wood floors, beautiful granite counter tops, convection oven, gas stove and large back patio. Access to the beach is available at Atlantic Beach (25 min. drive) or Radio Island (15 min. drive). Ferry services to Cape Lookout via Harkers Island (15 min. drive), Shackleford Banks via Beaufort (15 min. drive), and day trips to Ocracoke via Cedar Island (35 min. drive) nearby

The Yates Cottage

Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and has spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows. Other amenities are a screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs (with a single $150 pet fee), joggers, walkers, bikers, fishers and boaters. You will be welcomed with freshly-made beds, towels and a full kitchen with Keurig and Rachel Ray cookware.

Whitehurst Lookout

Travel along scenic, curved roads and low bridges to the Cape Lookout National Seashore, where sunsets paint the sky. Enjoy privacy and waterfront living with views of Whitehurst Creek and lots of sleeping space —three king beds, a queen, a full and a twin. Nearby attractions include dining, shopping, golf, and museums. The home features spacious rooms with cathedral ceilings, perfect for family relaxation. Boaters will appreciate easy access to Harkers Island, Cape Lookout, and Morehead City.

Waterfront | Private Beach & Dock | Sleeps 9

Soundfront stunner on Harkers Island. Your front-row seat to NC's Crystal Coast: a quiet waterfront home w/ your own private beach. Bring your boat and leave it tied off at our private dock. The main-level deck is the star - sip sunrise coffee with 180° waterfront views and frequent dolphin sightings. House includes a two-person kayak + beach gear, new outdoor shower, blazing fast Wi-Fi, and sleeps 9 (3BR/2BA). Minutes to great eats on the island; Historic Downtown Beaufort just 20 mins away.

Captain Brown's Farmhouse

Enjoy this unique and family/pet-friendly home (with a single $150 pet fee). Captain Claude Brown built this charming farmhouse in 1945 for his bride Belle. The Brown family is well-known in Marshallberg, NC. The road and an island are named after them! The farmhouse was lovingly renovated in 2023 and is ready for guests, both 2- and 4-legged. There is a water view from the front porch, the Marshallberg Harbor and boat ramp are a 1/2 mile away, and a doggy door leads to a fenced-in area!

Couples Waterfront Retreat with Lighthouse View

Couples retreat just a few dozen feet from Back Sound, with amazing views of Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout Lighthouse, come stay at our cozy cottage in one of the best kept secrets of the Crystal Coast. Harkers Island is a short drive to historic Beaufort, and Morehead City, NC, and gives you the quiet, out-of-the-way peace that can be so hard to find! Coffee in the morning, or a cocktail in the evening while sitting out on the patio and watching the dolphins swim by is in your future!

Tranquil Modern Farm Cabin

* NO CLEANING FEE * Nestled peacefully under a giant 400 year old coastal Live Oak tree on a small rustic farm, this modern, cozy little cabin has all you need for tranquility and peace of mind. The one acre of quiet, shady, private outdoor space includes a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, picnic area, and view of the gently grazing farm animals. Inside the cabin, you'll feel a deep sense of relaxation, surrounded by windows and fragrant Nordic Spruce that make up the open floor plan around you.

Waterfront 122 Shoreline w/Private Dock

Enjoy this peaceful place on the shore of Gloucester, NC complete with private dock! View is spectacular! 3 Bdrms (1 K/2 Q), Living Area, Reading Area, Kitchen, Screened in Porch, Outdoor Shower, and Fish cleaning station. 3 miles from public boat ramp, 35 min to Atlantic Beach, 15 min from Beaufort for local restaurants/bars, and 10 min to the end of Harkers Island to the Core Sound Museum and a Ferry Service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse or Shackleford Banks. No pets. A quiet get away!

The Gypsy Gull

Welcome to The Gypsy Gull! This is a great home for your next vacation getaway. A cozy farmhouse style home in the heart of quaint Harkers Island, NC. Just a short walk to The Harkers Island Fishing Center and the local’s favorite restaurant, The Fish Hook Grill. Completely fenced in yard with plenty of room for kids to play and pups to roam. Rainy days are no problem, enjoy playing Ping Pong and Foos Ball, or just relaxing on the screened porch of the spacious garage/game room.

Beachcombers Bungalow - Waterfront w/Private Dock!

Retreat "Down East" in Beaufort, NC...and bring your boat or kayak, too. You're welcome to dock it here at our little piece of Beaufort By-The-Sea. Whether you are seeking to hunt large seashells/sand dollars, the wild horses of Shackleford Banks, see Cape Lookout Lighthouse bound, visit the aquarium, planning some fishing or barrier island hopping, or just want to enjoy water views, sunrises and sunsets from the deck, couch or even a bedroom, we have it all right here!