Life at the coast is always better

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

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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

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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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

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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.

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.

9.6

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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

10/10 Excellent

James M.

16 July 2024

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

Holly B.

1 July 2024

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

Teresa T.

19 June 2024

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

Howell C., Elizabethtown, NC

19 September 2023

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

Buddy A.

14 August 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina S., Fort Wayne

10 August 2023

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

8/10 Good

Mark F.

18 July 2023

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

Summer getaway

Overall a decent place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha s., Chapel Hill

1 July 2023

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

Jamie S.

31 May 2023

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

Scott B.

20 March 2023

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

Yves B.

17 November 2022

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

Very nice

Very nice property. Well maintained

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis P.

5 September 2022

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

8/10 Good

Matt H.

28 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Comfortable stay in Stacy

The home is well appointed, and has almost anything you may need during your stay. The Open floor plan is nice for meals and resting after adventures on Core Sound. The living room is comfortable and the house has great internet for staying connected or streaming if you so choose. There was a lot of thought put into the guest book with information on nearby dining, ferries, and beach accesses. The property manager Kim and her son were both quick to respond to questions or issues, and quickly remedied schedule issues several weeks ahead of our stay as well as one problem at the beginning of our stay. The house borders a marshy area and the mosquitoes can be ferocious. I kid you not, one of them monsters drug a decent blue crab out of the canal kicking and screaming 😂. Please heed the warnings to bring bug spray for any stay on the NC sounds. They only really got bad two days of our 7 day stay, but that was plenty. The house location is a bit away from the action of Morehead City and Atlantic Beach, but still close enough for day trips to sight see or enjoy some activities. The small dock was nice and there are ample small blue crabs to see and catch if you want to drop a hand line or pot overnight. The only thing I’d like to mention is that there are 2 photos on the VRBO Listing that are not from this property. They are photo number 22 & 23 with the caption “Fishing off the dock” and “Views from the porch”. These two photos are from the yellow house Kim manages a little farther into Stacy. We enjoyed our stay and will keep Kim in mind next time we plan a stay in Carteret County. Thanks for a great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanne W.

14 August 2022

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

8/10 Good

Nayeli C.

12 August 2022

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

Nice house

It is very close to the boat ramp.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

brian0142

7 August 2022

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

8/10 Good

Leslie P.

17 July 2022

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

Great location, very relaxing

Great location, cute home to rent, spacious. On the online listing, I wish I would have known the pull out couch was in the loft for proper sleeping arrangements to be planned out. The home needed a deep clean as there was candy papers, dust and dirt under the beds and couches. Overall, great experience and nearly a full kitchen of dishes and cooking supplies. Due to location, I recommend to bring your own groceries or get them on your way in as there isn’t anything local within 25 mins

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Gunther D., Elizabethton, TN

30 June 2022

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

Nice place

Overall it was a nice property . Only concern we had was the amount of bird poop in the lower parking space. This could be a very big problem for someone with kids who would likely be down there running around when outside. They really need to address this problem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

kay m.

30 June 2022

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

Family vacation

The property has beautiful views and was very spacious. My family loved the house and the short drive to the beach.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Martha s., Chapel Hill

29 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Wonderful getaway

We've been coming for several years and love the back porch. A great place to read unwind, watch the sound, marsh, birds...

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

8 June 2022

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

Amazing property and host

First time getting a place like this. Normally I get hotels because I was afraid of the hassle and scammers. There was zero hassle very simple booking and checking in. When I needed anything the property manager replied immediately or called. Great location we were able to visit shackleford cape lookout and Emerald Isle from this location. Clean beautiful exactly as pictured. Everything was provided even things I wouldn’t even thought to bring. I decided to extend our stay and the host made it very easy to do so. We had 7 people 4 adults three kids there was plenty of space for everyone. We’re already planning another trip and will definitely be using this hosts properties for our next trip. Worth every single penny

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

19 January 2022

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

Hunting Trip

This was perfect for our hunting trip. We hope to return in years to come.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

3 October 2021

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

Family fish & fun getaway

The property was clean and in a great location. We enjoyed the fishing near by and the beautiful sunsets from the porch. The ground level was a great place to store the fishing gear as well as clean the fish (you may want to carry your own fish cleaning table as we did.....there isn't one at the house.) The property is just as you see on the VRBO pictures.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Howell C., Elizabethtown, NC

1 October 2021

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

Jason B.

11 September 2021

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

About the host

Hosted by Kim Willis

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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3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Loft

Master bedroom

2 bathrooms

Hall bath

Master bath

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