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Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 496.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cedar Point, NC
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point

****Please note you will receive check in and access information from Vrbo 3 days prior to your reservation. Please note the maximum stay length is 2 weeks (14 days) absent written approval by owner before booking**

Welcome to the cottage, where you can kick back, relax, and appreciate down time, Southern-style. Whether you're a kayaker interested in exploring Eastern NC waterways, a family visiting a loved one at Camp LeJeune, or a couple wanting a romantic refuge, the cottage at Cedar Point can provide a wonderful base for a few days or more. Working remotely or have children in remote schooling? We have high speed internet and lovely places to work from with great views. Your well-behaved dog can join you!

Enjoy the lounge furniture on the front porch with a lovely sunset view. Stretch out with a novel (or take a snooze) in the hammock on the screened porch, where you’re looking out on the White Oak River. Enjoy dinner under the pergola with string lights. When feeling more ambitious, you can put in kayaks and paddle toward the marshes of Croatan National Forest, or around the bend and under the Swansboro bridge, across the Intracoastal Waterway, and out toward Bear Island State Park. The cottage is located one (empty) lot from the White Oak River. It’s about a 5-10 minute drive to the public beach at Emerald Isle, or to the scenic Tideland Trail of Croatan National Forest.

Walk or ride your bike to the Salty Air Market and the Salty Bee, and grab a cold beverage from the converted school bus, munch on some boiled peanuts, peruse local vendors and listen to live music. Close by in Cedar Point is 34 North - a great spot for those looking to unwind with outdoor games, craft beer pouring system, and usually a food truck. If you're the wine type, check out nearby Christina's Wine Boutique for a glass of wine and pick up a unique bottle from their curated selection. The kids will love putt putt, bowling, games and more at nearby MacDaddy's, a boat trip to "Shark Tooth Island" to collect shells and shark teeth, or a day trip to the Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

Ride your bikes to Swansboro just back over the bridge. Swansboro is an historic fishing village with a beautiful and quaint waterfront downtown. A few of our favorites in downtown Swansboro: dinner or brunch at The Boro; classic diner breakfast at Yana's (with Elvis flair); ice cream on the second-story deck at Bake, Bottle & Brew (keep an eye out for dolphins!); lunch at Church Street Pub (or get takeout and pack the sandwiches for the beach!), live music on the dock at Saltwater Grill; browsing nautical treasures and antiques at Poor Man's Hole; and exploring lots of other lovely shops!

Inside the cottage, WOW! There are vaulted ceilings, beachy colors, lots of windows, shiplap, recently restored original heart pine floors in living room and kitchen, and heritage plank flooring in the bedrooms. Ceiling fans in every room and on the front and side porches. Dining room table seats 6. Great collection of puzzles, games, books, and DVD library. Large comfy sofa for the whole family to relax. Internet access; TV with Roku (SlingTV package and Netflix) in living room and TV with Chromecast in master bedroom.

Master bedroom has a comfy firm king-sized bed; master bath has a large jacuzzi and walk-in shower with two shower heads. The shower includes a steam generator, which is especially nice in cooler weather. Second bedroom has two twin beds; second bath has a combo tub/shower. Linens and bath towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels).

If you’re inclined to cook, you’ll enjoy the cottage’s well-equipped kitchen. We have a propane grill available on the side deck, along with ample seating for outdoor dining with a water view and string lights. And you won’t find seafood fresher than the fish sold at Clyde’s, between the two bridges on the way to Swansboro.

We have three sea kayaks (one double and two singles; includes paddles and lifejackets) and four adult beach bikes with locks (BYO helmets) — kayaks & bikes available for rent upon request. If interested, please inquire and we can add this to your reservation.

We allow a maximum of 4 guests. The house is a no-smoking zone. Ours is a quiet neighborhood, so please, no house parties. The yard is not fully fenced, but you can walk your dog along the road, which borders the river.

Check out our new Instagram page, @cottageatcedarpoint!

We believe that "Y'all means ALL," and are intentionally inclusive in welcoming guests without regard to race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family structure, or political affiliation.

If you love the coast and are looking for a quiet place to stay for a few days, we hope you'll inquire about the cottage. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have, or to suggest things that could improve your visit.

CAMERA DISCLOSURE: We have a Ring doorbell on the front door. We do not use this to monitor guest activities, it is for security of the property when not rented. Aside from the Ring doorbell on the front door, we do not have cameras at the property (inside or outside). We trust our guests to take care of the property and treat it as their own.

Property manager

Imogen & Brad
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum stay length of two weeks (14 days) absent permission from owner in advance of booking.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cedar Point

Located in Cedar Point, this cottage is by the sea. MacDaddy's Entertainment Center and Salty Pirate Water Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Salty Air Open Market and Emerald Plantation. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cedar Point, NC

What's nearby

  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 32 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Riptidez - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax by the River at the Cottage at Cedar Point located?

This family-friendly Cedar Point cottage is located by the sea, 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 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 184 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Cozy, clean, and super cute.

Great place, felt secluded even though it was close to lots of stuff. Very clean, responsive hosts, and comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitch018@aol.com M.

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

Thanksgiving Weekend

Great Felt like home. Hope all VRBO are as good as this. Set the bar high. Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David W.

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

Relaxing Cottage

This little house was perfect for a relaxing fall weekend. The owners responded quickly to all communication, and the location is great-just a few steps from the river with a spacious front porch and convenient to Emerald Isle and Swansboro. We rented the kayaks and enjoyed an afternoon on the river. One thing to be aware of—the windows in the 2nd bedroom don’t close completely so one night when there was a north wind coming off the river it was a little chilly. Fortunately our teenager who wears shorts if the temperature is above 20 was sleeping in there so he was fine, but that’s probably something that will need some attention before winter. We would definitely stay here again though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Mullet

The property has a broken railing on the front steps on the right side which was not noted in the posting. The back porches were not available due to locked doors but covered in leaves anyway. The AC/Heating system could not be changed from AC(no instructions in cottage) and the weather was cool. The owners may want to consider new housekeepers since there was quite a bit of dust on baseboards in the bathrooms and other areas. The shell nightlights did not work. Nightlights are great for older guest.Cottage nicely redone considering the age and the lack of noise was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tom B.

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

Nice, quiet cottage.

Adorable, well equipped cottage. Nicely decorated and stocked with lots of odds and ends that many other places don’t have.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

Stay by the River

Relaxing! Everything as described in the advertisement. We enjoyed walking to Swansboro and the short drive to the beach was easy. The weather didn’t fully cooperate but we still enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemarie C.

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

Rest and Relax

Awesome chill vibes. Cozy and quiet. Little beach house away from home. Family loved relaxing in the screened porch and the front porch!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Family vacation to Emerald Isle

This was our second time to Emerald Isle, but our first time staying at this particular VBRO. The house was perfect; very clean and all the amenities we could possibly need for a week at the beach. We loved reading on the hammock on the screened porch, and would have used more of the outdoor space if it weren’t for the rain. When we arrived, hurricane Debbie was also getting ready to hit our area. Lots of scary forecasts for rain and flooding and wind. Our hosts were very responsive when we had questions regarding our safety and what to do if we ever felt like we needed to leave. Luckily, we were able to stay and managed to get a few dry spells to make it to the beach and out on the boat. If we decide to vacation in Emerald Isle again, I would not hesitate to stay here again. Thanks Imogen and Brad!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Nice place

No problems at all. Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Pleasant place to be!

Nice, quiet, restful place to be. Extras are provided like Roku and Netflix. Condiments, sheets and towels provided. Enjoyable and this was our second time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie B.

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

Perfect Location - So Charming!

I’ve been coming to this area for vacation with my extended family since I was a little girl- now about 35 years! I’ve stayed in dozens of properties in the area and none were so charming, tastefully designed, and well appointed as Imogen and Brad’s cottage at Cedar Point. It was a delight to stay here. It is conveniently located near all the restaurants in Swansboro and Emerald Isle. The views of the sunsets across the creek are stunning. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin A.

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

Vacation

No complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Great

A cute cottage with a great front porch. The kitchen is very well stocked and the furniture it comfy. The cottage is close to Swansboro and Emerald Isle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

Love this spot!

We love this cottage and always appreciate the kindness of the hosts. Our favorite is to bring our boat and put in across the street at cedar point. Lots to explore and a wonderful location with all the amenities! Thank you for another great visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanna W.

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

Great little cottage

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage is cozy and has everything you need. It is on a quiet street in a great location. The owners for very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fred P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing time on Cedar Lane

Visited family nice to come home to a house really enjoyed the front porch and the weather was perfect would definitely say again. Was disappointed with the cleanliness of the screen in porch, hammock had lots of dog hair and leaves on the deck. A small pier on the water would have been great. The atmosphere and decorations in the house were awesome
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Great location

Perfect for what we were looking for .. quiet, clean, nicely decorated, comfortable, no drama, zero issues.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely

Really great property! I have stayed there 4 times now and plan to again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brad H.

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

Great Spot

Absolutely love this house. Sure it's older, but it is comfortable and clean. I am currently searching for a new home in the area and this is one I'd want to pursue if the owners ever decided to part ways with it. Most importantly, the hosts are great and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

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

Great location

Great location, in a quiet neighborhood. Very comfortable house. Loved all the porches and the record player!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

Adorable Cottage near Swansboro & Beach

This cottage is adorable and has everything you need. It is close to Swansboro and the beach. We stayed for 5 nights while our hardwoods were being done and our stay could not have been better! Our dog felt right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Wonderful

We had an amazing time. The cottage was the perfect place to celebrate our 30th anniversary.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Matt M.

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

Our stay

Overall we really enjoyed the property. Had no issues with the house, location or area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Jan H., Raleigh NC

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Don't waste your Time or Money on this Rental!

Wow!! Where do I start!!!! Checking in was a problem as the front door handle is almost broken. You have to be very careful with it. We had to leave the side door open when we were not in the cottage because we were afraid we would be locked out, what a pain it was. Obviously the owner does not want to fix it as other renters had left reviews about this same issue. The fridge door where the ice comes out was frozen when I tried to get ice out. I opened the door and all this ice just came falling out all over the floor. The dining chairs look like something the owners picked up at a Flea Market. They were metal with no cushions, very uncomfortable! According to a picture on VRBO, it looked like they had regular dining chairs at one time but traded them out for these awful sitting metal ones. Also, please be careful when flushing the toilets, taking showers/baths and running the dishwasher. We had to stagger all of the use of these things because they have a septic tank issue. The toilets would back up and almost flowed over a couple of times. You could smell the awful odor outside on the screened in porch and see it puddling in the yard. Other renters had complained about the same thing.Again, it looks like the owners aren't doing anything to correct this problem. Probably the most annoying and aggravating issue was the mosquitoes! There were so many of them you can't enjoy the outdoors Owners need to have a professional company spray regularly. We will never stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

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

Adorable & welcoming cottage

We had a great stay in a perfect cottage. Loved the proximity to both Swansboro & the beach. Quiet street. Our dogs felt right at home. The owners were very responsive. Perfect spot for our week of working remotely.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Imogen & Brad

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Hi! We are Imogen and Brad and we are the happy owners of this lovely cottage. Brad is a Swansboro native and we love spending time down here with family and friends! We hope you love this slice of paradise as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This is our second home, and we enjoy sharing it with friends. It's a refuge! Cedar Point is a delightful town.

What makes this property unique

Although this property does not have a dock, it is one (empty) lot from the White Oak River and it's easy to pull kayaks across the path we keep mowed. Paddle under the Swansboro bridge, and head toward Bear Island. Or paddle toward the Croatan National Forest.

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English

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