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A beach with clear shallow waters, a lighthouse, and a forested area in the background.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bar area with stools.
A hallway with white walls, a wooden floor, a star-patterned rug, and a built-in shelving unit with folded towels.
A room with a wooden bench, a table with chairs, and a white door with a welcome sign.
A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, a black sofa, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61320 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Beaufort, NC
  • Place, Down East Public Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Maker Charters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, North River
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Beaufort

This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Down East Public Library and Mount Maker Charters. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Down East Public Library - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Mount Maker Charters - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Eastern Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • North River - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 17 min drive - 13.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Spot Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Handlebar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Thomas Seafood - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ward Creek Cottage Down East

Enjoy stunning sunsets and Ward Creek views in this newly remodeled home. Features include stainless appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, ceiling fans in every room and tile shower. Located in Down East, known for duck hunting and fishing, the home is close to downtown Beaufort, Harkers Island, Morehead City and Atlantic Beach. Nearby are several public boat accesses, fishing spots and ferries to access southern outer banks . Parking in the rear, room for boats. Pets welcome (max 2, fee applies).
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,320 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you 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 trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Before check out load the dishwasher, put trash in garbage can behind home and put linens in tote in laundry room. Clean up after pets.
Pets to remain ON-LEASH at all times while outside, pets to be crated when left alone, not allowed on furniture. $25/nightly pet fee max amount 2 pets
Stays longer than 2 weeks are subject to a $200 cleaning fee.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Crated when left alone and on leash while outside

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Beaufort, close to Bells Island, Mount Maker Charters, and North River. Eastern Park is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Is there parking available at Ward Creek Cottage Down East?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Ward Creek Cottage Down East a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Ward Creek Cottage Down East have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Ward Creek Cottage Down East have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Ward Creek Cottage Down East?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at Ward Creek Cottage Down East.

Ward Creek Cottage Down East Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RUSTY D.

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

Clean and nice

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cory G.

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

Very nice cottage

Nice, clean cottage close to beaufort and harkers island. Perfect for our family, we would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

linda m.

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

Quite retreat

Very quite location. Place was very clean and nicely remodeled. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Great very clean property

We were only here for two days for a wedding but the house was updated and very clean. It has everything you would need for vacationing. The only thing I could say anything about is the tiny bathroom and the cinder block walls but I still give this rental 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

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

We loved the home

We came out to visit family and celebrate birthdays. Very clean and quiet. The owner was always available ququestions was alw to reply and answer any question
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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

Beautiful respite spot

The property is very pretty and well maintained. The house has been remodeled and very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, linens and towels are provided and there is a washer and dryer. Check in and out is super easy. Cody is very quick to respond to any questions and offered some great suggestions of area must sees. The property is very quiet and is a great respite from the hustle and bustle. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Family Reunion

We were in town for a family reunion. The house was immaculate. The hosts were AMAZING!! I had a hard time getting the door to work for me with the code and they emailed me back and forth without delay so I could get in. Very cozy home and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024