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Our top choices for Cape Carteret vacation rentals

A coastal view with a beach, ocean, and buildings along the shore.

1. Your Slice of Oceanfront Paradise at Queens Court

Your Slice of Oceanfront Paradise at Queens Court
Emerald Isle
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"It was the perfect location for access to beach and town. "
United States
Dianne M.
The price is ￥100,680
￥122,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Your Slice of Oceanfront Paradise at Queens Court

2. On the water with kayaks and a launch, 5 mins from beach, Everything you need!

On the water with kayaks and a launch, 5 mins from beach, Everything you need!
Swansboro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"This propert was extremely welcoming. It was a perfect setting and situated close to all of the main attractions. "
United States
Lee-Ann C.
The price is ￥41,758
￥84,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
On the water with kayaks and a launch, 5 mins from beach, Everything you need!
A spacious living room with a light blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a coffee table. There are two white side tables with lamps and decorative items. A large window offers a view of the outside.

3. Posh, New, Ocean View Townhome in gorgeous Emerald Isle Perfect for families

Posh, New, Ocean View Townhome in gorgeous Emerald Isle Perfect for families
Emerald Isle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great property very clean and safe! Enjoyed being so close to the beach with an easy walk and the close proximity to restaurants"
United States
Claire R.
The price is ￥50,133
￥98,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Posh, New, Ocean View Townhome in gorgeous Emerald Isle Perfect for families
A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.

4. Luxury Beach Condo | 5 Min Walk to Beach & Shops!

Luxury Beach Condo | 5 Min Walk to Beach & Shops!
Emerald Isle
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Very kind and responsive hosts. Place was clean and nice. Close to the beach"
United States
Amanda T.
The price is ￥27,681
￥91,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Luxury Beach Condo | 5 Min Walk to Beach & Shops!
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a dining table. There is a view of the outdoors through large windows.

5. Amazing ocean view, 2 pools, easy beach access

Amazing ocean view, 2 pools, easy beach access
Emerald Isle
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"The check in instructions were confusing But the accommodations were excellent. Recommend but suggest you talk to agent Ian’s not rely on printed instructions alone."
United States
chuck
The price is ￥86,701
￥105,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Amazing ocean view, 2 pools, easy beach access
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser with wine storage, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom door visible in the background.

6. 1-Bedroom Suite, Prime Downtown Location

1-Bedroom Suite, Prime Downtown Location
Swansboro Historic District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"We just love the place the convenient restaurant that are in the area the view of the harbor awesome place we will stay again."
United States
Russell D.
The price is ￥68,123
￥82,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
1-Bedroom Suite, Prime Downtown Location
A beach with tents and a wooden fence.

7. GREAT location, walkable, Peaceful, Gated community -Indoor & 2 Outdoor pools!

GREAT location, walkable, Peaceful, Gated community -Indoor & 2 Outdoor pools!
Emerald Isle
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay for an Emerald Isle trip. Host was great and communicative. We will definitely be staying here again in the future!"
United States
Kelli K.
The price is ￥21,665
￥63,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
GREAT location, walkable, Peaceful, Gated community -Indoor & 2 Outdoor pools!
A patio area with a grill and seating.

8. 5 minutes from the beach! Water access with kayaks and launch from house!

5 minutes from the beach! Water access with kayaks and launch from house!
Swansboro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful!"
United States
Jamie
The price is ￥18,087
￥41,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
5 minutes from the beach! Water access with kayaks and launch from house!
A beach with a wooden fence and dunes.

9. Oceanside Pebble Beach | King Bed, Pools

Oceanside Pebble Beach | King Bed, Pools
Emerald Isle
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious place to stay. Short walking distance to the beach. Easy to communicate with the property manager and quick responses. Great place. We would definitely stay again!"
United States
Melissa M.
The price is ￥109,527
￥132,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Oceanside Pebble Beach | King Bed, Pools
A beach with waves and a sunset in the background.

10. Large Summer Getaway near the beach with private pool, Hottub, and firepit, three miles to Beach.

Large Summer Getaway near the beach with private pool, Hottub, and firepit, three miles to Beach.
Swansboro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great spot for the dogs "
United States
Matthew G.
The price is ￥23,781
￥48,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Large Summer Getaway near the beach with private pool, Hottub, and firepit, three miles to Beach.
An aerial view of a beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a residential area with houses and a pier.

11. Monthly Rentals Available - Oceanside condo

Monthly Rentals Available - Oceanside condo
Emerald Isle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"The condo was clean, comfortably furnished, and just the right amount of room for our family of 4. It is a short walk to the beach and convenient to everything in Emerald Isle."
United States
Rob P.
The price is ￥87,054
￥104,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Monthly Rentals Available - Oceanside condo
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a ceiling fan.

12. "Rest Ashored" just steps from the ocean!

"Rest Ashored" just steps from the ocean!
Emerald Isle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Very spacious and clean condo that is very well cared for. Great neighborhood with easy beach access! Nice ocean view! "
United States
Rebecca P.
The price is ￥35,388
￥80,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
"Rest Ashored" just steps from the ocean!
A wooden deck with a bench and a potted plant, overlooking a residential area with houses and a beach.

13. Emerald Isle "The Point Rental". 3 bedroom 2 bath. Ocean view.

Emerald Isle "The Point Rental". 3 bedroom 2 bath. Ocean view.
The Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Great location for peace and quiet. Easy walk to the point. A good value for the money. Some items are a bit dated and show use, but for the price and location it is a good."
United States
Dennis T.
The price is ￥35,388
￥47,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Emerald Isle "The Point Rental". 3 bedroom 2 bath. Ocean view.
A beach with clear turquoise water and a person lying on a beach towel.

14. Private cottage at the end of the road with hot tub, swim mat, kayaks, and a your private dock, 3 miles to the beach.

Private cottage at the end of the road with hot tub, swim mat, kayaks, and a your private dock, 3 miles to the beach.
Cedar Point
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Fantastic little house on the water. Very peaceful and relaxing. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Noah S.
The price is ￥28,367
￥50,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Private cottage at the end of the road with hot tub, swim mat, kayaks, and a your private dock, 3 miles to the beach.
A single-story house with a deck, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views

Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views
Cedar Point
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"We had a really nice 3 day stay and loved it. The house is nicely furnished with anything that you could possibly need, and it's so peaceful there."
United States
Chris l.
The price is ￥30,320
￥72,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views

16. Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops

Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops
2.0 star property
Emerald Isle
The price is ￥31,777
￥98,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops
A beach with clear turquoise water and a person lying on a beach towel.

17. Romantic Waterfront home with hottub, kayak, jon boat and relaxation.

Romantic Waterfront home with hottub, kayak, jon boat and relaxation.
Cedar Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"We loved our stay and was just what we needed. Quiet, relaxing and beautiful view of the water. Thank you for sharing your home with us. Hope to come back some day. "
United States
Lorrie S.
The price is ￥22,422
￥45,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Romantic Waterfront home with hottub, kayak, jon boat and relaxation.
A beach with clear turquoise water and a person lying on a beach towel.

18. Romantic tiny getaway. Luxury RV, 3 miles to beach. 20 miles to Lejeune and Cherry Point

Romantic tiny getaway. Luxury RV, 3 miles to beach. 20 miles to Lejeune and Cherry Point
Swansboro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I had a great stay! Very welcoming and helpful with anything that I needed. Definitely will stay again"
United States
Melissa H.
The price is ￥10,362
￥20,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Romantic tiny getaway. Luxury RV, 3 miles to beach. 20 miles to Lejeune and Cherry Point
A living room with a ceiling fan, two sofas, a coffee table, and a rug.

19. 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome| Walk to beach

3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome| Walk to beach
Emerald Isle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"This property was perfect for our stay! Loved the outdoor space! Perfect for a cup of coffee and a book! Nice stroll to the beach and area was very quiet! Can't wait to book with them again for a longer stay next time! "
United States
Jennifer C.
The price is ￥103,865
￥125,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome| Walk to beach

20. On the water 5 mins from Emerald Isle. Awesome kayaking with kayaks and Launch!

On the water 5 mins from Emerald Isle. Awesome kayaking with kayaks and Launch!
Swansboro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Perfect location and great being right on the water to kayak. We had a wonderful time and recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice place to vacation with their family."
United States
Denise M.
The price is ￥26,187
￥60,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
On the water 5 mins from Emerald Isle. Awesome kayaking with kayaks and Launch!
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Top Cape Carteret Hotel Reviews

The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro

The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was nicely renovated, room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
Aundria 2-night trip
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The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Cape Carteret?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals in Cape Carteret close to MacDaddy's Entertainment Center, or you can go with a secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Cape Carteret is known for its golf courses and bars.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Cape Carteret has to offer?

Ocean Front With Ocean Views: This vacation home rental near Cape Carteret is located on the beach and offers a patio, air-conditioning, and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop.

How many vacation rentals are there in Cape Carteret?

Choose from 4 Expedia vacation rentals in Cape Carteret for a memorable vacation.

What’s there to see and do in Cape Carteret?

Family-friendly attractions include MacDaddy's Entertainment Center, whereas Croatan National Forest is a spot to enjoy the outdoors. Star Hill Golf Club and Emerald Isle Woods Park are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Cape Carteret like?

Vacation rentals are private properties where you can stay for a couple of days or more in Cape Carteret. Vacation rentals feature amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of seclusion away from public hotel elevators and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.