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Ocean View One Bedroom Apartment - BlesSEAings
Oceanview apartment with king size bed, full kitchen, full bath & living area! BlesSEAings offers all you need for a peaceful vacation with private parking and an outdoor shower. The apartment deck views are amazing. Sunrise to sunset this is where you want to be. Full size refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker and toaster are all waiting for your arrival. Private washer/dryer accessible from the apartment deck. Beach access to beautiful blue waters is across the street.

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
Relax at this calm, stylish 1BR/1.5BA top-floor retreat at Colony By The Sea. Perfect for couples or families wanting beach, pool, and more beach. Inside, enjoy magazine-worthy decor, a fully stocked kitchen, Saatva king bed, and private Wi-Fi. Step onto the balcony for a "million-dollar view"—feet from the water. Watch sunrises, stars, and dolphins play, or open the sliders and relax to the waves. Enjoy direct beach access, pool,hot tub, grills, and outdoor showers. Less than 1 minute away.

50 Sheeps of Gray
Enjoy a breath of fresh air in this chic 2 bed, 2 bath third floor condo overlooking Taylor Creek, Carrot Island, the occasional dolphin pod or wild horse sighting, and all that Beaufort has to offer! Enjoy the scent of Black Sheep’s wood fired pizza wafting up to the balcony, grab a ferry to Shackleford, take a walk down Front St or simply relax on one of two outdoor decks in the sun. If you’re looking for a place to unwind, this is it! Great for one or two couples, or a family! See you soon!

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.

Mermaid Cottage & Outhouse
This fully remodeled 1940's Beaufort gem is steps from Town Creek Marina and Front Street! Shops, restaurants, tours and several ferry options are within walking distance. The house offers two queen bedrooms and two full bathrooms, laundry, reading nook, fully stocked kitchen, linens, towels, beach cart, yard games & so much more. The 'Outhouse' is attached to the deck and is a separate space to hangout, watch movies & use the PS4. There is everything you need at the Mermaid Cottage!

Romantic Waterfront Escape with hottub and kayak
Fishing paradise and breathtaking sunrise and moonlight from your private hottub on the back deck. Tandem kayak and small jon boat included. You can fish, kayak, or wade from the back yard! We've caught drum, flounder, shrimp, etc. Master has a king nectar bed and an amazing view of the water from the picture windows. 3 miles to beach, 13 miles to Aquarium, & 13 miles to Camp Lejeune. The road is close but once you exit your vehicle, you feel like you are in your own lil paradise.

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

The Salty Snail - Oceanfront Cottage
Our beautiful cottage comfortably sleeps six. Spacious deck highlights the amazing oceanfront views. Spacious gathering room and all stainless appliances. Beds made and linens/towels provided for each guest. Huge back porch boasts outdoor dining area, adirondack chairs, outdoor shower and private beach access. Stays include linens (sheets, bath towels and beach towels). Beach toys, beach chairs, boogie boards and Shibumi Shade are all available for your stay as well!

We call it The Point….
If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

Private Coastal Haven | 2nd Row, Spectacular views
Mi Sueno - Coastal Retreat with Stunning Ocean Views! Welcome to Mi Sueno, a beautifully renovated beach home perched on a sand dune, offering breathtaking second- row ocean views. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this home features an open floor plan, expansive decks, and a cozy outdoor lounge area, perfect for creating unforgettable family memories. Come experience the perfect blend of coastal charm and modern comfort at Mi Sueno. Book your stay today!
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Apartment rentals with wifi

Ocean View Condo - Pet-friendly!

Oceanside Pearl-relaxing condo on the beach

Why Knot Getaway. Rooftop with WaterView! Unit E

Oceanfront - Sunshine Over The Dunes

Shimmy’s Ocean Club Surf Shack

Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape

Beaufort Bliss on Ann Street

BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
Family-friendly house rentals

“J-Ann’s NC Crystal Coast Air BNB”

Pool&Beach|Gameroom|View|Gym

Beachfront Family Oasis | Sleeps 12 - Hen House

Waterfront w/ Heated Pool, Private Pier & Kayaks

Coastal Retreat on Waterway w/Hot Tub

Cedar & Salt-Waterfront/Private Dock/Views/Amazing

Family Home Packed With Fun! Walk to Beach access!

Ocean Sound
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

The Firehouse Suite | Hot Tub · MHC · Pet Friendly

Keepin’ it Coastal

The Little Lime. Close to everything

Captain Quarters (Studio) unit B

Bogue Banks Retreat

Promise Land Getaway 10 Min to Atl Beach, Beaufort

Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!

Ellen's Place
Other great holiday rentals near The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Coastal Luxury Studio | One Block to Big Rock

The Crab Shack

Soundfront Sunsets — Walk to Beach

The LightHouse- a peaceful sound-side beach haven

White Rock | Waterfront Pool + Dock + Fireplace

Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views

Waterfront 122 Shoreline w/Private Dock

Coastal Charmer-Beach House





