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Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC

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Exterior
Living
Kitchen
Exterior
Dining
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 876 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Harkers Island, NC
  • Popular LocationCore Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth Carolina Maritime Museum24 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeaufort Historic Site24 min drive
  • AirportNew Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)60 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest House

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC

This quaint cottage is tucked away off the main road on Harkers Island, a sought-after vacation destination. Once the original local café, this sweet retreat is now within walking distance of the beloved Fish Hook Grill. This uniquely alluring home is perfect for the island getaway you crave!

The primary bedroom has a queen bed and en suite bath, while the guest bedroom also features a queen bed. The living room provides extra sleeping space with a twin daybed and twin trundle. Additionally, there's a guest house in the back, offering more sleeping arrangements with a queen bed and bathroom.

When it’s time for fresh air and sunshine, head outdoors to Back Sound, just a stone’s throw away, and enjoy fishing or the stunning views. The ferry is nearby, ready to whisk you away to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse or the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum. Downtown Beaufort is close for fancy cocktails and dinners out, with adventure around every corner. Book your stay today and experience the charm and beauty of Harkers Island!

WHAT IS PROVIDED:
Spectrum Rental Properties will provide sheets and bath towels. Beach towels and equipment is not provided. If you would like information on beach equipment rentals, we are more than happy to provide you with a list. Properties will be provided with a starter kit in each full bathroom and kitchen. Each kitchen starter kit will contain a small bottle of dish soap, two dishwasher pods, sponge, and two fragrance free laundry pods. The kitchen will also have one extra trash bag
Each bathroom starter kit will contain a travel size shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, makeup wipe, and body bar.
Spectrum Rental Properties is unfortunately not able to provide additional boxes/bags. This is a starter kit; anything additional will be guests responsibility to provide.

PET POLICY:
Dogs are allowed with a $200 + tax non refundable pet fee per dog, with a 3 dog maximum.
VRBO guests: Guests can only add one dog to the reservation. If you are planning to bring more than one dog, please notify Spectrum Properties to add the additional pet fee(s).
Failure to let us know about your pet(s) could result in a $700 fine.

OTHER NOTES:
-No smoking

Property manager

Mary
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harkers Island

This holiday home is located in Harkers Island. North River Golf Course and Jarrett Bay Marine Industrial Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rachel Carson Reserve and Old Burying Ground Historic Cemetery. Mount Maker Charters and North Carolina Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Harkers Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 5 min drive
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum - 24 min drive
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 24 min drive
  • Town Creek Marina - 26 min drive
  • Fort Macon State Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mill Whistle Brewing - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hook Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪34° North Restaurant - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mr. Bennies Cafe in Harkers Island, NC located?

Situated in Harkers Island, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Mount Maker Charters. North River Golf Course and Jarrett Bay Marine Industrial Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

john O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Bad day at Mr. Bennies Cafe
Mr. Beenie’s Café Clean if you don’t mind cockroaches: First appearances very clean a bit boho felt inviting. Now who is responsible for the care and maintenance of the rental, the owner or their service company Spectrum properties? First night in could not get the cable box to work, called Spectrum properties for help. Was informed by the Spectrum associate there was no cable service? Found out the following day not to be true. initially tried to cook dinner on the stove, found the one stove element broken. To utilize the microwave, needed to plug it in, No big deal when removing the plug from the wall socket the entire plug, socket and box pulled out of the wall! The following morning was the discovery of the cockroaches in the kitchen! Informed spectrum properties of the cockroach infestation, the associate asked if we would like an exterminator to come out and spray, we respectively declined do too our fur babies and the carnage of dead bugs to clean up! The associate did manage to help us out with the tv box problem. Would have not been an issue if the five remotes were clearly marked. And or instructions on how to get tv service. An exterminator knocked on the door two hours later wanting to come inside and spray for bugs!!! We chose to leave a day earlier due to the fact Mr. Bennies café was not relaxing and the issue with the bugs . Reading the requirements for leaving Mr. Bennies Café all bedding and towels were to be placed in linen bag for service pick up. When we informed spectrum Properties we were living early asked about said linen bag, we asked about the linen Bag we don’t have that service any more, informed to leave bedding and towels on the floor?
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip
Was a good trip and a good place to stay will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it.
We loved the house, the uniqueness of the interior, the back porch, the yard. Location was great as well. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 23 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth P., HICKORY

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disappointed
So disappointed with this property that could not stay. If this has been our first trip to Harkers Island , it would have been our last. We are Carvers and have been coming down since the competition began. Love the area. Could not handle this property. Husband uses cane and could not safely maneuver in the property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

JAMES T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Bennie’s
My husband and I stayed here for over a week while renovating another property on the island and it was the perfect sanctuary to come home to after 12 hour work days. It was cozy, homey, and relaxing, we will definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute bungalow
Felt larger than it actually was due to the thoughtful design. Loved the unique architectural design and fenced in yard. Well equipped for cooking.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jaime D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really neat spot!
My brother and I had a great time at Bennies! Aside from the entire day of rain (which we made the most of with movies) it was a great trip. Bennies was really cozy and very neat to look around. I really enjoyed being able to sit outside on the porch in the rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for fish camp. Close to marina and fish hook restaurant
Overall great place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place!
My family loves this place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D., Arvada, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey little cottage
We loved this cozy cottage. The location was perfect for us. It felt like home. We would sit on the front porch and could here the water and gulls. Fish Hook Grill, with is at the end of the street, has the best seafood. The kitchen was stocked with spices, coffee filters and oil. The only things of any concern (and they were minor) were there are no closets or dressers. So there were no hangers. The other thing was the TV. It is silly but there were 5 different remotes with no instruction on which ones to use or how to use them. I hit the wrong button on one of the remotes and couldn't get back. So there was no TV for two days. I have family on the island so I am really looking forward to the next trip to Mr. Bennie's Café.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

stephanie a.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bed bugs
This property smelled like smoke and so they sent us to another place called sea spray and there we found bed bugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in a cute 2 bedroom to bath home . Clean linens and home.
We enjoyed our mini vacation . The ride over to shackefiord on the ferry was very nice, we also rode over to Moore head and Emerald Isle. Then back to stay at the quiet home we rented. Enjoyed cross road pizza . We went out to eat seafood one night. Everything we needed to cook in the home other meals . 5 stars for clean - efficient stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr. Bennie's Cafe
Quaint and comfortable place to stay. Nice/friendly neighborhood; but busy street, perhaps due to the boat access to the water at the end of the street. Quick/easy access from Mr.Bennie's Cafe to NCDOT Ferry to Cape Lookout National Seashore.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Banks K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time!
We loved it. Very quaint and memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

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