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High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island

Vacation home in Harkers Island with kitchen

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Beach
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels
Smart TV, books
Step into the charming Harkers Island home, where southern style decor and cozy comforts await. Nestled in the heart of the island, this quaint retreat offers a private porch with rocking chairs and a fully stocked kitchen to make your stay truly unforgettable. Enjoy fresh seafood at nearby eateries or take a day trip to Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island

Get ready to relax in this quaint one-bedroom private home on Harkers Island. Where once lived, Ms. Hilda Guthrie, the island matchmaker – funny enough, she never got married herself. The cozy home, originally built in the 60s with a couple updates since, is nestled in the heart of the Island. Whether you're unwinding after a day of exploring or enjoying a cool breeze on the porch.

This home has a lot of its original character, imperfect floors and doors. But it’s clean and ready for memories!

You'll be just around the corner from all the local hotspots. Billy's the local grocery store is just a walk or quick golf cart ride away (bring your golf cart with you). Be sure to get some of their fresh cut meats and hot breakfast sausage (our FAVORITE). Also, nearby is the Fish Hook Grill, Seaside Restaurant, and the Shark Island Eats food truck at the end of the island (Some places are only open seasonal). During your stay, be sure to schedule a day and take the ferry to Cape Lookout Lighthouse, see the Shackelford Banks Wild Horses, check out Sand Dollar Island, tour the Island and Small Waterfront of Beaufort, listen to the waves crash on Atlantic Beach, and take a tour of the famous Core Sound Waterfowl Museum. Lastly Don't forget to check out Chadwick Brothers Rentals to take a quick kayak around island and catch the magnificent sunsets. You can always relax at the Harkers Island Beach Access that is located right when get off the bridge onto the Island.

The quaint modern southern style decorating greets you at the driveway and is continued throughout the home. The Primary Bedroom suite offers a comfy Queen bed with attached bathroom and walk in shower. The cozy living room hosts a sleeper sofa and mini breakfast nook.

The front porch offers rocking chairs to catch a breeze.

The kitchen is stocked with all the cookware and dinnerware you'll need to enjoy your stay. The linens and towels are all sanitized with bleach to ensure top quality cleanliness.

Pets are an additional non-refundable fee of $149 per stay. Must be house trained. Let us know at booking if you have any pets.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pet Fee Required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Harkers Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Down East Public Library - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Mount Maker Charters - 11 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Marshallberg Picnic Area - 11 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • North River - 16 min drive - 13.2 miles

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeout - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeard's Grill And Grog - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪SEA SIDE STOP AND SHOP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Schwarzbarts Trinkhalle - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island located?

Situated in Harkers Island, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lovis Shore and Down East Public Library. Marshallberg Picnic Area and Mount Maker Charters are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

High Tider Matchmaker - Cozy 1 Bedroom Home in the Heart of the Harkers Island Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy little place to stay for our visit. Very clean and the yard was nice for our dog. We enjoyed our stay and will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time visiting Harker’s Island! The stay at The High Tider couldn’t have been more perfect for our family! Cody is an amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time exploring the beach and the rest of the island while staying in this little house. It was just what we needed for relaxing in the evening after spending hours on the water. The host is very responsive and the accommodations more than generous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Short Stay

The property was exactly has described. Very cozy and cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fred A.

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

Long weekend getaway

Great place for a quiet, relaxing time at the beach. We learned a lot about the history of the area at the museum and enjoyed the maritime museum in Beaufort. Delightful ferry out to the lighthouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

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

Home sweet Home

Dear Cody, I couldn‘t have picked a better place for my first visit in Harkers. Ideal for one person or a couple. I highly recommend the Matchmaker House. All the best and thank you so much
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Cozy Cottage

Our anniversary get away was exactly what we needed. The cottage was perfect for a couple to stay. Had a mishap with a busted pipe, but the owner was quick to respond and had it fixed same day and gave us a refund for the trouble for that day. The only thing that was uncomfortable was the shower that looked as if it was cracked before with a patch job, but was very soft to stand on so you had to stand awkwardly. But we managed and very much enjoyed our stay. Cody was very polite and we are grateful for them sharing their cottage at a reasonable price so we could have our get away. Check out in and out was very easy. We look forward to booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley W.

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

Quiet Retreat

Small, cute cottage in a very quiet location. Many people just pass through Harker's Island to take the ferry to Cape Lookout, but it's lovely as a destination if you want tranquility and quiet relaxation.There was a problem with the check-in: house wasn't cleaned or accessible when we arrived a couple of hours after check-in time. However, the host immediately responded to our texts and very quickly made everything right.Very nice stay - we especially loved the Seaside Galley, a hidden gem of a "gas station restaurant" that serves absolutely delicious seafood, and the beautiful Sound Side Trail at the Visitor's Center (where you take the ferry). We'd love to return to the island and this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin H.

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

Gataway

Intimate and Cozy for my Wife and I. Our 6th anniversary. We wanted to get away somewhere that was peace and quiet. Harkers Island was it. It is located right in the middle of the island between two restaurants and seconds from the ferry terminal. Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks We enjoyed sitting on the porch. Local story along with the house. Local islander Ms. Guthrie. Everything you need and Clean Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024