Ward Creek Cottage Down East - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1320 square feet

Come savor my home that has vistas of Ward Creek and beautiful sunsets. The home was completely refreshed in 2022 and features luxury vinyl floors, a tile shower, tankless water heater, stainless appliances with air fryer in the range oven, water softener system, washing machine and dryer. There's plenty of parking in the yard for a boat trailer and access for kayaks/smaller boats at the Ward Creek bridge and for bigger boats the Harkers Island boat ramp is only about 6 miles away. Down east is home to some of the best fishing and duck hunting in the state, Cape Lookout lighthouse, Shackleford Banks wild horses and only 25 min to the Big Rock weigh in's in Morehead City. Come appreciate the outdoors!

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this vacation home is in a rural area. Beaufort Historic Site and Core Creek Bridge are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Arts and Things Gallery and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Mount Maker Charters and North Carolina Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Morehead City vacation rental tips:

When to go & When to book:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in Beaufort. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Morehead City visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides contain offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Begin by choosing your trip dates and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Ward Creek Cottage Down East has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking pages. If not, call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the host's contact information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many concerns.
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• On check-out day, take a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.