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TV, books
Children's area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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Morehead City, NC
  • Morehead City Yacht Basin
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Morehead City Port
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Fort Macon State Park
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Morehead City

This cottage places you within a 10-minute stroll of Arts and Things Gallery and Olympus Dive Center. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Olympus Dive Center - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morehead City Yacht Basin - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Morehead City Port - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Big Rock Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Triple S Marina - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 27 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AB Bottle Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taste of Napoli Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mug Shot - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation!

This charming guest house sits behind a historical home in downtown Morehead City, NC. The main home was built on Shackleford Banks in 1885 and moved to its current location in 1901 by sail skiffs. The guest house was built between the 1920's and 1930's for the second owner of the main house's son. The property sits 2.5 blocks from a sandy public access to the intra coastal waterway!

In the summer of 2017, the home was featured to be a part of the Home and Garden Television show called, Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation. Filming began in the fall of 2017 and the guest house was featured as well! The show aired on May 5th, 2018 on HGTV from 10pm to 11pm. You can find the show by downloading HGTV app and searching for Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation, Episode 308, titled “North Carolina Renewal.”

The fully furnished guest house has a living room and an eat-in kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, plates, cups, pots and pans and a coffee maker. The bedroom features a queen size bed and dresser and closet for you to store your belongings. The full bathroom offers a stand-up shower.

Amenities include linens, iron/ironing board, Keurig coffee maker, WIFI, street parking. NO smoking and NO pets. Television in the living room includes an Amazon Fire-stick. On street parking.

Big Rock Landing as well as shopping, restaurants and nightlife are all within walking distance. Morehead City Ferry Service is located within 3 blocks providing boat service to Carrot Island, Bird Shoal, Sand Dollar Island, and Sugarloaf Island. Also Beaufort, voted "Coolest Small Town" is only 3 miles away. If you are lucky, you will see wild horses just off Front Street on Carrot Island.

Historic guest house available for long term rent from mid October through mid April! Please inquire regarding discounted rental rates!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board. Change of towels is available on request.

Property manager

Nicole McGuinness

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children allowed with parents or family members

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this cottage?

Guests enjoy the cottage's walkable location in Morehead City based on their ratings, and it's a short 18-minute walk from Morehead City Yacht Basin and also 19 minutes on foot from Morehead City Port. You'll also find Big Rock Stadium and Rachel Carson Reserve within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation!?

At this historic cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation! have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation!?

Yes, every accommodation at Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation! comes with a deck.

Historical guest house featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great stay just a few blocks from the waterfront! Property was clean and just as advertised. Perfect for 2 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chrissy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mixed Experience

Pro:A really cute and cozy place in a quiet and convenient neighborhood five minutes from the beach. Cons: Visitors included several roaches and a rat and the AC has to blast all day to keep the place comfortable on the hottest days. The rat was a dealbreaker for a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second time staying in Nicole’s guest house. It is in a great location, walking distance to the Morehead City waterfront and a short drive to Atlantic Beach. The guest house is cute and clean. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming bungalow in a lovely section of Morehead City

This is a free-standing auxilliary unit in the backyard of a restored bungalow.Very charming. It is small, with one bedroom, and a couch that was comfortable to sleep on but does not open up into a bed, so it is really set up for a couple, or a single and a friend, rather than a family with children.The bathroom is new and the shower great. We loved the walkability of the historical downtown which is close by and the charming neighborhood. You can also walk to some excellent restaurants and shops. Atlantic Beach, Fort Macon, and minature golf are all accesible across a causeway close to where this property is. When you want the beach and sun you will have to drive over to it. We had a wonderful time and loved coming back to the quiet cottage after being out and about all day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip

Great location! House is so cute!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reel’n 4 Research

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location.

Me and my brother went on a three day fishing trip and this place was perfect. The location was in a perfect spot in Morehead City. It was clean and the host was very accommodating to any needs I had. Will stay again next time I come down.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute guest house, great lication

The house was cute and nicely decorated. The location worked well for us as we were visiting the area for a family celebration.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cottage

Great little cottage! Well appointed with everything we needed for a weekend at the NC Seafood Festival. Easy walking distance to the festival and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach Retreat

I had a great stay at the house. Ideal location for those who want to be near the Morehead City waterfront with easy access via a short drive to Atlantic Beach as well. Owner provided all necessities for a great stay and also plenty of extras to make sure you have anything you could need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Very sweet cottage

Cottage was very clean, and had everything you could need. It was only a few short blocks for restaurants and shopping. Owner was very quick to respond back to us with questions. Will most definitely return for more stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage Cuteness

I felt very safe in this cottage tucked between houses and streets.It was very quiet.Morehead City is very easy to get around.Loved that their were real houseplants.The bed and sofa were very comfortable. Enjoyed the southern books!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Morehead City Cottage

Wonderful experience Nicole was very helpful Thoroughly enjoyed our stay Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oasis E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a little staycation!!

We were in town for a birthday party this little cottage was just perfect for us!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay!

Really enjoyed our stay! Clean and cute property as described. It has everything you need if you want to cook there. Quiet neighborhood thats close to everything. Bed was super comfortable. The host responded quickly when I texted with a question. We definitely want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location!

In for a weekend stay. Perfect for our needs! Adorable bungalow walking distance to downtown. Had a wonderfully relaxing weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Stay

Such a quaint little Cottage. It was very convenient to restaurants, the Sound for swimming, and the Morehead waterfront. Cottage was clean, comfortable, and Nicole was easy to Communicate with. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage in Morehead

Lovely, clean guest house in a great location. Convenient to Morehead waterfront. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles S., -

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint, rustic but comfortable guest house👏👏👍👍

Nicely renovated guest house. Furniture was comfortable.Nothing fancy but quite adequate for our stay. Owner was accessible and friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

crystal d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

This guest cottage was a perfect, cozy ,clean and relaxing get away . Tranquil surroundings. Beautiful neighborhood. Fantastic host, thank you Nicole !!!! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable, comfortable and great location!

The history alone is amazing, great location near Morehead water front. Do your homework and read about the Promise Land and how this neighborhood came about. The owner is very easy to communicate with and accessible. Great little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie F., Wilson, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

We loved the location and interior of this home. It was so relaxing and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Guest Cottage

What a cute cozy cottage. Very well maintained and everything you need for a couple to stay. Great communication and all very well explained. The ONLY negative is… you need to know that in colder weather your only heat is space heaters. Since you don’t want to run them when you’re gone or sleeping 😴 it does keep it cool. Not so good when you have metal hardware in your back like me. If heat isn’t a concern I would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Morehead City wedding

We had a nice stay. The home is quaint and in a perfect location for walking downtown. It was exactly as described on the site.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023