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Beach towels
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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

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Sealevel, NC
  • Popular LocationCape Lookout beach camping9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCedar Island Beach19 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Lookout National Seashore104 min drive
  • AirportJacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)110 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Katy
Jun 3, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks

2 bedroom coastal cottage on Beautiful Core Sound on the Southern Outer Banks of North Carolina
13 miles from Cedar Island and ferry to Okracoke Island.
Fisherman’s Paradise, Birder’s Delight,
White sand beaches, Shelling, Kayaking, Beaching, Boating, Wild Ponies
Down East Hospitality
2 bedroom/1 bath plus queen sofa bed, full kitchen, fireplace
Carport, Space to park your boat and toys.
Ferries to Portsmouth Island, Cape Lookout, Shackleford Banks and Okracoke

Property manager

Deb and Neil

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Feel free to smoke outside. Please no butts

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee $100 for up to 2 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: House is not child proof

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: We ask that gatherings and events be kept small
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks Sealevel

About the neighborhood

Sealevel

Located in Sealevel, this vacation home is by the sea. Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North River Golf Course and Bock Marine. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Lookout beach camping - 9 min drive
  • Cedar Island Beach - 19 min drive
  • Morehead City Port - 39 min drive
  • Fort Macon State Park - 50 min drive
  • Cape Lookout National Seashore - 104 min drive

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Point Take-Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nelson Bay Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bagwell Enterprises - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dons Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Seafood - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Seashell Cottage on The NC Southern Outer Banks located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Long Bay and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Cape Lookout beach camping. Cedar Island Beach and Pamlico Sound are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Perfect place to bring the family.You are really close to boat ramp
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan J., FUQUAY VARINA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
Great locations for fishing Down East. Property was as expected. Very comfortable set up if you understand where you are. Furnished very nicely, but needed a few maintenance issues which I called the caretakers about and they said would be addressed. Outside power outlets not working so charging your boat had to be done by running extention cord inside. Table leg loose on main coffee table. TV wasn't working but they got that going day of call. Fair size hole/depression on right side of Drive that needs to be filled in. Stepped in that and tweaked my back, could honestly hurt someone if wrong person takes a fall. Honestly a great set up as a base camp for exploring the area. Bring plenty of drinking water, as noted a well stocked Dollar General just up the road. Had a great time with my daughter and the lodgings were very cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Doug R.

quiet, relaxing stay
overall it's a nice little cottage to stay at
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon R., Chesterfield, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea shell cottage Sea level
The house was pretty sufficient for me and my dog, the water pump did go out so I didn't have water for a bit. Be sure to pack bug spray, my ankles got lit up while taking the dog for a walk, but everything else was very relaxing and location to cedar Island beach which is awesome is great and a quick ferry ride from Harker's Island to Cape Look Out and the water front towns of Beaufort and Morehead City are a must. Also the new Restaurant Wild Wills Revenge is good
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melodie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Property. Peaceful.
I enjoyed my stay. So did my girls. Will come back Soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa G., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice comfortable little house
We had a nice one month stay at the Sealevel cottage. The house is comfortable and clean with the basic essentials for feeling right at home. Beds were comfortable and the area is quiet for peaceful sleep. The outside is nice, but due to the mosquitoes and no see-ums outdoor activity is fairly limited. The walk to the water is nice and just across the street. It’s not really water or beach you would want to get into, but fun for the dogs. There is a washing machine and dryer with laundry soap, which is a great benefit. Some things to consider: Sealevel is quite out of the way of most tourist attractions. Driving ranges from 1/ 2 hour to a few hours. The closest Walmart is in Morehead City which is about a half hour drive. The water is well water and not recommended for drinking. It’s fine for showering and clean up, but make sure you bring enough water for drinking with you. There is a Dollar General just down the road for the little things you need. Fire place and gas heaters are only available in winter months, but the AC works nicely for keeping the house cooler. The neighbors are friendly with a large off leash dog that likes to visit. Overall very nice and peaceful place in a quiet part of town. Communication was good with check ins to make sure we had everything we needed. Great place if you’re into fishing and boating.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Host great to work with! Will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time with family.
Had no trouble renting this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Deirdre R.

Has charm!
The Seashell cottage has a lot going for it. It is on a nice dead end little street with a big yard.
Stayed 37 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Treva G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We were very unhappy with the cleanliness
The owner/manager was excellent! They were both very quick to reply to my messages.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mab

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seashell House
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this house. Everything was within reasonable driving distance and made us feel like we were secluded which was what we wanted. The decorations were beautiful and the house itself was cute. The only bad thing I would have to say is that the property does not look like it is deep-cleaned or properly cleaned enough. We found a used bandaid under the bed in the main bedroom and some of the things that were supposed to be cleaned by the vacationers, we found were the complete opposite like for example the grill wasn't clean . The sheet that welcomes you in also said that there was supposed to be bottled water for our use but we couldn't find it. That wasn't a big thing though as we brought our own. Other than that, it was a great vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Grace K.

Very cute
Cute and quaint. There was an issue with cleanliness, but the owner was incredibly gracious and helped to fix the problem. Apparently the normal housekeeper was unavailable and the owners did not know it had not been properly cleaned. The decor is lovely and quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest Cottage
We loved this adorable cottage. Owners provide a bit of everything in case you forget things. The house is clean and inviting. Stores are a bit of a hike, about 20 minutes, and the Cedar Island beach is just idyllic. It’s also about 20 minutes away. There’s really only one road so it’s extremely easy to navigate. We absolutely adored everything about our stay at Seashell Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun getaway
We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was perfect for us, somewhere to sleep and eat, nothing fancy. It was only 20 minutes from beautiful Cedar Island and right by the ferry to Cape Lookout National Seashore. We took the ferry to Ocracoke and really enjoyed that too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house!
Manager was so very helpful. The only attention needed would be the bed in the blue bedroom. Everything else was great! Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Away from the hustle and bustle!
We really enjoyed staying here. Quiet street, but close to the water and a park. Lots of room under the covered patio to enjoy being outside. We drove to Davis and went over to the outer banks on the ferry. No crowded beaches this far down! We had a1/4 mile to ourselves. The shower had great pressure and was nice. As mentioned in by others the water did have a beachy smell. Not to drink for sure but decent for other things. The only minor thing we found was the furniture was pretty worn out. We're a little older and found it hard to get up after sitting down on the couch. It wasn't real comfortable. Good thing we didn't spend much time in the house watching tv. lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were looking for more than a hotel but less than a giant rental house.
This property was perfect. It's on a quiet street. Completely stocked with appliance and items for convenience. BBQ grill ready to go, ice maker, pots, pans, plates , COFFEE MAKER :). A home away from home. 19 miles from the Cedar Island beach and Ferry to Ocracoke. 45 minutes to Atlantic Beach. 37 minutes to Cape Lookout Ferry on Harkers Island. Communication with owner excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay close enough but out of the way
This small town has essentially nothing but a Dollar General but you’re 20 minutes to the ferry to okracoke, 30 minutes to Harkers Island.. not too far from anything but out of the way enough you can ride your bikes down residential *non touristy* roads and really feel in it. The house is beautifully decorated and although slightly outdated and a shower head that needs to be replaced soon (sprays a little bit of everywhere) the home is perfectly inviting. There is a yard to the side of the house to walk your dogs around in and a small porch out there. In the front is the main porch (carport) area and it has a wood burning stove (which was awesome to hear the wood burning while hanging out in the cool outside air on the many chairs) and a charcoal egg grill thing. There’s decent Wi-Fi, comfortable beds and everything a kitchen needs to cook or make whatever you bring. They even provided free bottled water due to their water being salty beach well water - well that’s what happens when you’re right next to the water. They had a review saying this was gross but as an NC resident, I already expected it since it’s at the beach and had packed my own water, but them providing water was very thoughtful. Also, minor inconvenience was that the washer seemed to be broken but honestly it could also very well be that I just don’t know how to use that one and I’m crazy. I never decided if it was me or the washer that had problems. We closed off one room and didn’t use it since it was just my husband and I and our dogs but the room we stayed in (the bigger of the two) was super comfy. The room was very well decorated. The only tv was in the bedroom but that’s fine- we’re on vacation and not watching tv anyway but the Wi-Fi worked well enough to watch whatever we wanted on our phones in the bed if we wanted to. Overall it was an amazing stay. My husband and I had a great time. Our dogs loved it and were safe and happy and I definitely plan on going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet neighborhood and nice people
My daughter and I were very pleased with our stay at the cottage overall. The water smell was really not pleasing however. I didn't want to wash clothes there. Even though the water is drinkable, I doubt that anyone would. It is a shame because otherwise , everything was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect seclusion
felt like home because it was I was born in SeaLevel 55 years ago this Cottage Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Pam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall break 2021
We enjoyed our stay here for a long weekend. It was nice to have close access to a boat ramp for our boat and have space to park our boat at the property. Cedar island beach was a nice place to take our dogs for walks and playing in the water. It’s about a 10 mile drive and was not crowded at all. The kitchen is equipped to make some basic meals which is nice since it’s a fairly remote area. Also convenient to have a dollar store just down the road for things you might have forgotten or need for cooking. Neighborhood is safe and quiet. Only downsides were mosquitos (common in this area) and not being able to walk to water/beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Howell C., Elizabethtown, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean place.
This was a clean property with plenty of room for parking. Everything was as advertised. My brother and went down for a few days of fishing and this was the perfect base for that. Close to Salter's Creek and Cedar Island boat ramps.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN S., Morrisville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet neighbourhood
We found the area to be very quiet and close to the places we wanted to visit. It was not far to the local beaches and the ferries to the islands.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021