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Life at the coast is always better

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Stacy, NC
  • Mariners
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Beaufort Historic Site
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Fort Macon State Park
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Life at the coast is always better

The home is a wonderful place to relax while still being close to everything. It has 3 bedrooms and a large loft. There are two full baths and a laundry area. The home has large porches and a downstairs patio. An outdoor shed and pier for the renters to use are on the property. The yard is large to allow for plenty of parking. The home is perfect for a family, a group of hunters or couples. It is across from the Outer Banks and a short ride to Cape Lookout. This location would also be great for wedding venues or as a reception, please contact us for further details

Property manager

Kim Willis
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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WATERFRONT TRANQUIL SETTING

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, (70 reviews)
WATERFRONT TRANQUIL SETTING

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stacy

Located in Stacy, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of North River and Mariners can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Cedar Creek Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Stacy, NC

What's nearby

  • Mariners - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Cedar Island Beach - 23 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 27 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 30 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 44 min drive - 50.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Nelson Bay Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bagwell Enterprises - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drum Inlet Seafood Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪White Point Take-Out - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life at the coast is always better pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Life at the coast is always better?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Life at the coast is always better?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life at the coast is always better located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Mariners and within 12 miles (20 km) of Cedar Creek Marina and Eastern Park. Down East Public Library is 11.8 mi (19.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 61 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Get-Away
We had a very pleasant stay in Stacy. Kim was very accommodating. Home was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time!
Had a great stay!!! Beautiful home with a beautiful view! I loved sitting on the back porch watching my boys fish and chase crabs around the yard can’t wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
The property isn’t near all the tourist trap areas, which is what I prefer. It’s a short drive to a beach, maybe 45 minutes to Morehead city. The view off from the deck is definitely worth the drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and had everything we needed
Peaceful nice getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer getaway
Overall a decent place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

COURTNEY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Get-a-way
We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Enjoyed very much we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha s., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway
Had our 5th visit and it was as good as our first. Love the back porch overlooking the marsh and sound.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howell C., Elizabethtown, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
This is the third year we have stayed in this property and we have it booked for next year. It is clean and well stocked with everything we need. The full moon over the sound is incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S., Fort Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and experience
We loved being so far from the busyness of the city. The home had plenty of space and a beautiful backyard.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Excellent home! Great views of sound!
Nice home. Serene location. Had everything you would need and very comfortable. Enjoyed exploring the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martha s., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away
The back porch is our favorite feature of the house, sitting out there watching all the bird life, the bunnies in the yard, just enjoying the peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Walnut Cove

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time!
So enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room, beautiful view and well maintained. The host answered every question I had immediately. Will rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view overlooking the marsh & water
Relaxing and welcoming stay did not disappoint. Even with rainy weather we could enjoy the view. Owner was excellent to work with and quick to respond to all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

brian0142

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
House was perfect. Very clean and air conditioning worked great. Awesome views of the water. Peaceful and quiet. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howell C., Elizabethtown, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
The property was as described, clean, and well provisioned. The view from the porch is spectacular. I took a group of employees down for a fishing trip and this was the perfect base for a great week of fishing. We had a blast and plan to go back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stacy, NC
This home was just what we needed to come back to after a long day of duck hunting in Cedar Island. It was clean, the beds were very comfortable and it has plenty of room. The property manager was excellent to work with as well. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to stay in the Cedar Island area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Buddy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gone fishing
The house was a great location, stocked with what we needed, and easy to clean up at checkout. I had a question upon arrival and it was quickly answered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

David L., Luckey, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
beautiful view
Highlights of this property: Great back porch overlooking the marsh and waterway. Comfy beds. Great layout. easy check in and check out process. So quiet and restful. Great bird watching. Be prepared to drive 30 minutes to restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean.
Came here for a wedding, so didn't get to use the house much. But location was quite and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Peaceful
It was so nice and relaxing. So beautiful. Wish we had another day or two. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Men’s fishing trip
Men’s fishing trip. This was a great spot to hang out with a group of guys for a flounder fishing trip. Great views from the back porch, convenient to several boat launches. Everything we needed for half a dozen guys to fellowship, fish, and just generally hang out and have a good time. Definitely would stay here again. We stayed last year in a similar house from the same folks,, it was great also.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha s., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
This is the 3rd time we've been here and loved every stay. The back porch overlooking the marsh and sound is the best. We love watching the birds and wildlife from the porch and eating meals there. There's usually a breeze that keeps the insects at bay. The nearness of the boat ramp at Salter Creek is another bonus and the beach at Cedar Island is a wonderful place to go and not be surrounded by other folks. It's a good place to go to relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
We wanted someplace to go where we could rest and relax. This was perfect. We brought all our food because we didn't want to go out at all. The kitchen could use a few more items like baking dishes, tops that fit the pots, etc. Towel racks in the bathrooms would be a great addition as well. There were a few dust bunnies around, but overall it was very clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrice V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week
The house was spacious and clean. We walked in and were so happy with the open concept and good size rooms. The dock is just off the back yard where we had fun catching blue claws, several of which were keepers and good eating. Plenty of baitfish to catch just no luck fishing off the dock. The location was terrific, we were looking for a quiet location but close enough to our adventures. Beaufort and Cedar Island Resort are a quick ride from this home. Parking under the house and covered deck upstairs was ideal for some rain we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kim Willis

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I am a NC Commercial Contractor and NC Real Estate Broker. I am a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill. I am married to a local physician and we have lived in Carteret County for 30 years. We have two sons and two daughter in laws and one grand daughter who all live in the county. We out outdoor loving people.

Why they chose this property

We love Carteret County and all it has to offer. We travel much but always say no where is prettier than Carteret County. If offers water sports, hunting, fishing, nature. You can always find something to do or you can find a nice sandy spot and just relax. It is a very unique place that holds its cultured dear and like to share many of those aspects with travelers.

What makes this property unique

The home is spacious, has nice porches and a large patio. The home has a pier and boat slips the renter can use. The home has one king bed, one queen bed, two twin beds and one sleeper sofa. It is fully furnished. The loft has a sofa and a game table. All new furniture and great views. The home is close to the boat ramp, and ferry. It is a great location for kayaking and for the hunter and fisherman. It is a short boat ride to drum inlet and Cape Lookout

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