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Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3.

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1 bedroom, bed sheets
Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 318.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3.

Ask us about early check in and late checkout!
 
Experience the Ultimate Floating Getaway on the Intracoastal Waterway!

Welcome to your unique floating home, nestled on a dock off the stunning Intracoastal Waterway. This 40 ft. floating retreat offers you a one-of-a-kind vacation experience that you’ll never forget. Perfectly located near Swansboro, NC, you’ll have easy access to antique shops, restaurants, and more. The beautiful Emerald Isle beaches are just a 7-minute drive away, while you’ll enjoy breathtaking sunsets every evening and guaranteed dolphin sightings.

Conveniently close to Crystal Coast Watersports and Ali-Kat Sportfishing Charters, this floating home offers you an adventure-filled experience from the moment you arrive.

Living Space & Features
This unique floating home is designed to provide you with a relaxing and fun-filled getaway. It includes:

Sleeping Arrangements: A comfy Queen Bed and a Daybed for additional sleeping space.
Living Area: As you enter, you’ll find a cozy living area with a TV, DVD player, board games, and movies to keep you entertained.
Kitchen: Head downstairs to your fully stocked kitchen, perfect for preparing meals during your stay. The dining table also converts into a daybed for extra sleeping space if needed.
Bathroom: You’ll find a full bathroom with a stand-in shower, sink, and portable toilet.
Pirate's Suite: Towards the back of the floating home, you’ll discover the charming Pirate's Suite with a queen-size mattress and a storage wall for your belongings.
Outdoor Adventure & Fun
Step outside and enjoy all the adventure and beauty around you:

Water Activities: You can spend your days lounging on the water or exploring the nearby islands and waterways with 2 kayaks and all the gear you’ll need.
Fishing: Right off the dock, you can catch plenty of fish. We provide 2 fishing rods! Tackle can also be bought at Neuse, just 2 minutes away.
Sunset Views: After a day of fun, climb the ladder up to the balcony where you’ll find comfortable outdoor seating. You’ll have stunning sunset views, watch boats return from a day of fishing, and enjoy dinner at the outdoor dining table.
This floating home offers you a truly unique experience, blending comfort, adventure, and unparalleled water views. It’s an unforgettable getaway you’ll want to add to your bucket list!

Potential for noise: Crystal Coast Watersports business is located on the same dock this boat is harbored at. These businesses will be open during daylight times!

This is a floating home called, "PogueLandia” and cannot be driven away from its boat slip. No smoking around boats.
NOTICE Fish can be very active from time to time and if they bump into the bottom of the boat it sounds like knocking, if you are a light sleeper I recommend bringing earplugs. Sometimes boats can move and might bump into the side of the slip or sticks can move in during the night. These can all make various types of noises; it is not like staying in a house.
NOTE: Houseboat toilets are not like home, they can have different orders so to help keep the lid down, keep the cleaner squirted in the toilet after use!

There is also a public port-o-potty during April-October for usage as well!

This unique BNB is a great escape for the outdoorsy type!

Property manager

Marc Howell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Freezer
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 200 sq ft (18.6 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Cedar Point, NC

What's nearby

  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 32 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moore's Olde Tyme Barbeque Chicken & Seafood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3. located?

This family-friendly Cedar Point houseboat is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Salty Air Open Market and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Houseboat on the Water: Includes Kayaks. 5 Min from Emerald Isle! Sleeps 3. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
Stayed here for a long weekend with my daughter before she started back to school. The property had everything we needed and was close to the beach (maybe a 10minute drive). Marc provided 2 kayak’s for our personal use and any questions or concerns I had he promptly responded. Keep in mind it only has a camp toilet but that didn’t bother us. Had a great time, very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The housebouse was absolutely adorable and romantic with a huge upper deck fully furnished and enough room for several people to have dinner and watch the absolutely stunning sunsets every night and a higher flat area you can sit or lay out on. It also sleeps 3, maybe 4 with the bench sitting area in the upper front of the boat, full kitchen with fridge, stove and everything you need to cook, bath towels, etc... Right on the water with 2 complimentary kayak's. Very close to Shark tooth island and a few minutes drive to Emerald Isle, Bouge Inlet Pier. There's also jet skis available for rent, but it's back behind you and does not disturb your privacy as your at the very end of the dock with a huge decking area to yourself as well overlooking the water and small islands. It's close drive to Walmart, ice cream shops, restaurants and great communication with the Host if you needed anything. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shonia b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable!
It was one of the best places we have ever stayed! Locals were so friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
I loved my time on the boat this weekend. It’s very relaxing and the roof deck is to die for. The bed is comfy and the AC keeps the boat cooler than you’d expect. If you don’t mind a bit of inconvenience that comes with boat living, then you’re in for a treat. I’ve already started looking at dates this summer to head back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Holly E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay!
We enjoyed the stay! It was the perfect spot to watch the swansboro flotilla! The boat could have been cleaned a little better - dust and dog hair throughout - and easier access to get into the boat would have been helpful as it was quite tight on the side without direct ramp access. There is also not a fully functional toilet - there is a small portable potty available on board but it was not ideal. However, the host was very helpful and available to help with everything and the dock is large so this allows for good space to hang out! It’s a great concept and was a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Nicole B.

cute boat but not for us
The boat itself was very cute, but the toilet situation was definitely not for us. 3 big towels for 2 adults was not enough. The shower wasn't draining very well (and yes, we did pull the little pin at the sink while taking a shower). We cleaned it as good as we could, so water would drain better. The window AC unit could use a new filter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

BLUE-BIRD

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Glamping expeience on the water!
Enjoyed sitting on upper deck for sunrise and sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing Host
First of all, we loved the boat except the bathroom! Was told last minute that we would be using a camping toilet and that we’d have to walk 150 feet to a dirty porta-potty to use the bathroom. The bathroom had no light, but host said he had a spot light to use, but it had no charger. Luckily, I brought a touch light that I had in my truck. Host bathroom light was disconnected for safety reasons, but there’s a propane tank in the bedroom for the stove. Even with the propane shut off, it can still leak, there was no gas leak detector in the boat. Went and brought 60.00 in groceries and during the night, the refrigerator went out. Got up and all the food was hot! Told the host, and he said he’d get his refrigerator guy to check on it. The host texted us back and said he’d put another mini frig in and that “Dinner was on him” We thought, ok that was nice and would compensate out groceries. Waited for dinner but host lied and did nothing!! Didn’t even text us to ask if everything was ok and if mini frig was working! We had to go buy a antenna for the tv cause it had no internet on the boat. Couldn’t get on the top of the boat because the rail from the ramp was in the way of the ladder. I was very disappointed about this. Overall the stay on the boat was good, and the boat was nice, but the host lied to us which disappointed us to where we’d never stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

alysa f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
We throughly enjoyed staying on the boathouse! It was a fun and cool alternative to a hotel. Marc was great with communication and if we had an issue, would come right away to fix it. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
House Boat Living
Unique experience. MH is a great host. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pavel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay ever
Had an amazing stay had the chance to catch multiple different species of fish and everyone was so friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Houseboat Glamping
Fun weekend on the water! We kayaked, swam, floated and had tiki drinks on the top deck while watching the boats go by and the sun set. Picked up fresh seafood on the bridge for a low country boil. After a day in the sun we sank into the cozy bed for a great sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023