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Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11

Enjoy the views from the large deck & private dock with lots of room for sunning, fishing, launching boats and kayaks. Indoors provide cozy reading spaces & 4 bedrooms and space for making many memories. Whether you are here for sunning on the dock, escaping to a quiet place with water views, taking the ferry to Core Banks for the best NC beaches have to offer, 4-wheeling, duck hunting, fishing or kayaking, you can enjoy it all at The Ferry House! This fully furnished waterfront home is right next door to the Davis Shore Ferry Service and just minutes away from Cape Lookout. Great access to Core Banks to enjoy the beach for sun and waves or fishing and hunting. Friends and family can lounge in the over 2400 square feet of living space or on the 200 SF sun deck overlooking the water. Park your boat at the property's private dock after a day on the water!

Included with your 2+ night stay are two round trip Ferry Passes on Davis Shore Ferry Service

-- THE PROPERTY --

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Full Beds | Great room: Sofa bed - twin.

Using the regular coffeemaker or Keurig, start your morning with a cup of joe on the sun deck. Overlooking the water, watch the pelicans, ducks, herons or sea gulls while enjoying the pleasant breeze coming from the Core Sound. Try the hammock. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins playing or the occasional sea turtle.

Enjoy yoga on the sun deck or at the water’s edge (mats provided!) or sit on the dock and watch the sunrise.

Spend your afternoon on the sound, floating in the water, swimming, or using the kayaks provided. The kids will delight in being able to fish right off the dock, use a cast net or try their luck with crab pots (we have provided a couple). Catch a ride on the ferry or paddle on the kayak to Core Banks and enjoy the (arguably) best beaches on the NC coast. If you bring your own boat you can ride to the Beaufort waterfront for a dockside lunch. If you have your own 4-wheel drive vehicle you can ferry it across to Core Banks and ride to Cape Lookout lighthouse - if not, you can rent a Kubota in Davis or catch a ferry from Harkers Island to the lighthouse.

After memorable hours on the water, cook out on the outdoor gas grill, admiring the view with a drink in hand until dinner is ready. Or stay inside and whip up a fabulous feast in the fully equipped kitchen! During the meal preparations, your kids can watch their favorite shows on one of the 2 TVs.

Wrap up the day by riding the cruiser bikes around Davis and exploring. Watch the sunset from the benches on the dock or spend time playing some of the many games or enjoying quality time. The stargazing won’t disappoint anytime of year!

In the fall and winter, access to duck hunting doesn’t get any more convenient. Either grab the ferry or tie your boat off to the dock!

Enjoy a family movie night on the 4K Smart TV with cable, streaming capabilities, and a DVD player.


-- THE LOCATION --

Core Sound and Down East are hidden treasures. Core Sound is south of Pamlico sound and north of Bogue sound. This region of North Carolina is blessed with a rich history that links them to the water. If you can explore the area by kayaking the sound and some of the creeks off of it, you will experience a treasure.

Downtown Beaufort, NC has been called the last true southern town left. It is just 12 miles away, where you can discover the town's parks, museums, and other tourist attractions or stroll down Front Street! While you may decide to never leave the screened porch, if you do choose to venture out, Beaufort offers a variety of activities and great local seafood, and more.

A visit to Shackleford Banks to see the wild ponies is a bit magical. If you have more members of your group needing more space, Sound Eacape is just 2 doors down the sound and sleeps 8! https://www.vrbo.com/1426567?webview=ios&unitId=1985078

Property manager

Laurie Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

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 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
Davis, NC

What's nearby

  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 24 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 25 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Morehead City Port - 28 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 39 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Cape Lookout National Seashore - 93 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Take-Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Collard Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bagwell Enterprises - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cafe & Coffee - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eastern Park, Down East Public Library, and Cape Lookout National Seashore. Mariners and Mount Maker Charters are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Core Sound beauty! Easy access to Core Banks and Cape Lookout. - SLEEPS 11 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Core Ferry House
Beautiful property with the most amazing sunrises. Perfect accommodations for eight persons
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Star L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We had such a wonderful and relaxing time! Beautiful house, property, and water views! Quiet neighborhood. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent vacation
Loved the house. It is beautiful. Made you feel welcome withe the bread and pasta. House was child friendly. Enjoyed swimming at pier. Unfortunately the wind picked up and curtailed our water activities. Would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

W Neal T.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
enjoyed getting away to Davis for a few days...great view, nice and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely breathtaking!
The view was everything. We could sit outside and look at and listen to the water for hours. It was secluded from the hustle and bustle, which we wanted. Very peaceful. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed...
This house was perfect for our needs and satisfied our wants. From the interior decor and amenities to the perfect location. The fishing pier and dock are amazing and were used 24/7. We took the ferry over to the outer banks and had the beach to ourselves! The kitchen is fully appointed, and the bedrooms and bathrooms are like hotel rooms. The porch and landscaping made for a peaceful retreat. We had a blast and I totally recommend this home to anyone. Laurie is an amazing host who answered all my questions and I even got to meet her in person when she brought the crib for my grandson. It's all in the little details too, from the homemade chocolate chip banana bread, the pasta and sauce, and the guestbook. Well done!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence T., Knightdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Vacation Home
My family had a great time at the Core Sound Home. The home was spacious and very clean and neat. We had a ball fishing and crabbing and walking around the area. Waking up to the beautiful scenery and sitting outside on the back porch in the evening was great. We had a great time exploring Beaufort , Atlantic Beach and Morehead City. Such a relaxing and great home. Will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Reunion
We stayed at the home for four days for a family reunion with our seven adult siblings and elderly mother. The home was beautiful and very comfortable to stay in with all the amenities of home. We had a wonderful time sitting on the porch watching the moon rise in the evenings and the sun rise in the morning. The view over the sound was amazing. The area was very peaceful and relaxing, and wasn't prohibitively far from activities in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach. We loved our whole stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staciamedusa

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Relaxing Vacation!
We had a wonderful time staying at the Ferry House. From the moment we arrived, it was more than we expected and a lot nicer than other properties we have stayed at in the past. The key to the door was easily accessible, and the information given before arrival was timely and thorough. The entire house was clean and well-appointed for our stay. The bonus banana bread and pasta/spaghetti sauce upon arrival was a nice surprise. The bread was delicious! We loved all the seating that was available in the living room space. There were six of us staying for the week, and at other properties we have stayed at, there were never enough seats for everyone to sit around and watch TV together. So it was nice that we could all sit down together. I do wish there had been tv's in the bedrooms, as we had children with us, it would have been nice for them to be able to hang out in their rooms while the adults watched tv in the living room. But that is a small complaint, and we made it work. We loved the extras provided: deodorant, face wipes, soap, trash bags, coffee pods, and so many other goodies that were a pleasant surprise. Overall, we had a wonderful time at the Ferry House, and we look forward to a possible return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Beautiful Core Sound!!
Stunning, amazing, gorgeous property!! House very clean accurate pictures and description!! Please update about free ferry passes because those were not part of the original description. Lots of workers coming and going on property for landscaping it would have been appreciated to have been forewarned plumber came by unexpectedly otherwise everything was as expected would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend
Enjoyed our stay! Thoughtful details throughout the house - coffee and good linens were appreciated. Spent most of our time relaxing on the porch and dock. Enjoyed watching the ferry come and go. Our son caught crabs and had the best time! Until next time...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We were looking for a nice place on the core sound to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. This place was perfect for us. It was clean and very well appointed. The rooms were comfortable and nicely decorated. We enjoyed the spacious dock and did some kayaking with the two provided kayaks and a couple we brought with us. The owners were terrific hosts and were responsive to any questions. The location was mostly quiet and good
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON L., CLAYTON NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
I am for sure saving this property in my favorites. Host had everything needed and very decorative beach theme. Kitchen loved the retro look. Coffee machines drip of pod choice. The view from the back and dock. Amazing view! Water like any beach setting is to be expected. Bring water to drink. That is common with ocean property. I will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024