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Cedar Sunrise offers a serene escape in the heart of Cedar Island Bay. Wake up to breathtaking views from the bay-facing great room, then step out onto the expansive lawn or deck over the water. With a full kitchen, gas grill, and kayaks for exploring Pamlico Sound, this haven is perfect for reconnecting with nature and loved ones.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Watch the sun rise from this waterfront home.

  • Relax and enjoy beautiful Cedar Island Bay.
    Wake up to a fantastic view of the sunrise from the comfort of our bay facing great room. Great room opens to a large lawn on the water with a deck over the water. Also just 3 miles from the ferry to the outer banks and beautiful Cedar Island beach on Pamlico Sound.
    Three bedrooms that can accommodate up to 8 people with a queen in one room, a full and bunk beds in another, and bunk with futon in the third. Central air conditioning (or heat on a cool night) and ceiling fans in each room. This house has a full kitchen and clothes washer and dryer.
    Screened in porch with picnic table and plenty of seating. Side porch has a gas grill. Deck over the water has another picnic table. Double kayak or canoe to enjoy the sound (paddles and life vests on the screened in porch).
    Disconnect from the fast pace of daily life. Make memories here at Cedar Sunrise!
    (Please note, no WiFi available, Verizon customers will have great reception and will be able to stream… other carriers are not guaranteed reception!)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We recommend you purchase water for drinking (available at the nearby convenient store). The house has well water for laundry, dishes and showers.
Please check your cell coverage map before expecting cell coverage. Verizon users have good coverage and can easily stream.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Cedar Island, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Cedar Island Beach and Mariners can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Cedar Creek Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting. Visit our Cedar Island travel guide
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Restaurants

  • Morris Marina Kabin Kamps and Ferry Service
    14 min drive
  • Quality Seafood
    3 min drive
  • Don's Grill
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watch the sun rise from this waterfront home. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watch the sun rise from this waterfront home.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watch the sun rise from this waterfront home.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watch the sun rise from this waterfront home. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Cedar Island Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Mariners and Cedar Creek Marina. Horse Island and North River are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Beautiful view.
6am sunrise
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Quite Getaway

We loved our time at this rustic, clean cabin! The quite time was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Sweet Nature

Lovely spot to enjoy natural surroundings
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was perfect for our group, plenty of indoor and outdoor space. We spent many days at the public beach up the road, there are no big waves on the bay so the kids were able to swim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful view! Not a lot to do in the area...but that was perfect for us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie E.

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

Fabulous !

We love the island. We love this place ! Thank you! So much!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Relaxing

Our family so enjoyed this quiet home with lots of activities available , without all the mainstream activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

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

Fabulous Location!

The house itself is pretty rustic, but the property is fabulous! The view from the screened porch was beautiful, and the morning sunrises were incomparable. There is no Wi-Fi, but there is plenty of fun to be had. We kayaked and enjoyed the waterfront deck all week. We did day trips to Ocracoke and Beaufort which were easily accessible from Cedar Sunrise. We didn’t fish, but you could fish right from the deck if you wanted to. The house is very basic, but it was nice to unplug for the week. The mattresses all need replacing, and were our least favorite part of the trip. Also, the water is “beachy” tasting, so if you hate that, bring bottled. Even with the horrible beds, we would stay here again. Next time we’ll bring fishing gear. To the owners, please get some box springs to put under the mattresses! That would go a long way to improving the sleep quality.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular! We come stay here every year and never dissapointed. The host is amazing, the house is amazing… cant say enough about our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven b.

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

Great seaside cottage

This is a great seaside cottage. We really enjoyed the deck, and tried our hand at crabbing. Great location for day trips to Morehead City and Beaufort.,so close to ferry to Ocracoke Island We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie E.

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

Pleasant and peaceful

We loveOur time at cedar sunrise . There are no words to convey the special feel of this place . We played board games , paddled around the sound and enjoyed fishing off the pier ! I would highly recommend a stay here for your get away !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alittlenerdy

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

Beautiful and Relaxing.

The house and set up was perfect for relaxing and spending much needed time with the family. We had a blast. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destarte L.

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

Wonderful little house on Pamlico Sound.

This was a great little house, clean, well stocked. The deck and small beach with water access was wonderful, all of us took out the kayaks at least once. The location is great if you want to take a day on Ocracoke island or head up to Cape Hatters and Beaufort, we did both. We had eight of us and a dog and plenty of room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

The BEST Place to Relax

This was our 3rd time staying. So peaceful and relaxing. The home is spotless! The host is amazing. The locals are very welcoming and the area is beautiful. Its literally a 3 min drive to the beach. Already planning our next trip
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

The listing of this property was accurate. The view was amazing Larry the neighbor was super nice.

Would definitely stay there again. We were There fishing was a convenient drive to the ramp and the island store. Really enjoyed the solitude of no television, we all gathered on the screen porch mostly. If visiting in the summer recommended to bring a fan it made that area more pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie E.

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

Cedar sunrise magic

We love the place. It’s a nice little cottage with lots of opportunity for exploring and spending quality time. We took the kids to the aquarium in Atlantic beach last year, a short trip to Beaufort for exploring and went to the beach at the end of the island . We would rather be on the island. Most of our time is spent at the cottage , playing in the water and enjoying the solitude . We appreciate the use of the place . It is greatly anticipated every summer … thank you again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa J.

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

Secluded bliss!

This property was exactly what my husband and I were looking for. He enjoyed fishing from the dock and I enjoyed reading in the sun with absolutely no noise pollution. The kitchen and bathroom had everything we needed. Our teenagers were forced to relax and hang out with each other, which they did by playing with the provided board games or exploring the bay. For swimming, we went to the local beach instead of using the private beach. That was the only downfall is that the private beach wasn’t usable due to excessive seaweed on the sand (not in the water though). The local store was great, the staff was very nice. We went to Ocracoke on the ferry one day and the process was easy. If you’re looking for a tourist trap this is not the place to stay, but if you’re looking for peace and quiet this is the best place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Myra L.

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

Dump, Nasty Dump

We did have more pets than we were supposed to but this place was a total dump. From broken glass on the property to faucets falling off in the bathroom. Bath house and were grown in with trees. Nasty old shaving razors laying around. Neighbor is also a nightmare and right on top of you. They took the listing down right after we stayed so we could not say anything right away. i took lots of pictures! And don't eat anywhere on the island. They will overcharge you if they know your a visitor. Place is full of drunks and meth heads!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

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

Perfect disconnect

This was FAR better than the pictures can show! I almost passed on this and I am so glad I didn’t! We took a family trip to get away and that’s exactly what we got. We spent our entire trip fishing from the deck, crabbing, and Scalloping. Not much luck except for the scallops which I was able to make 2 dinners from! The community is a true fishing community and while some are not overly friendly, they were the minority. We visited the General Store and after speaking for a few minutes were treated like we lived there. Thank you! I do two to three trips a year and this was the most relaxing and refreshing trip yet! The owner and property manager were extremely easy to reach and very accommodating. Again, Thank You! This is one of the rare places I visit and could truly see myself picking up and moving. If you want to refresh, I don’t believe you will find a better place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Amazing!

Superb location. Location is excellent. The area is quiet. Great for relaxing and family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Phillip & Rhonda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

cedar island stay

property was clean; water tasted terrible and was full of iron/other minerals and stained several of our clothes; mosquitoes were terrible (not property owners fault); we had to provide our own hand soap, dish wash liquid, trash bags, toilet paper (2 rolls when we got there), paper towels (1 roll when we arrived); toilet got stopped up several times; tub completely clogged second day --- we had to get drano and plunge it several times; I'm not "above" doing any of that, but considering we paid a lo for 6 nights, I don't think we got what we paid for; we did bring a crab pot and caught several crabs --- they we delicious; the neighbors were nice and shared watermelon with us; everyone we met on the island was friendly and helpful; we would not be willing to stay at this house again, however
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cedar Island rental

Over all a wonderful place to stay very peaceful, and on the water , I would not recommend anyone go to the bar at the fairy , they are very rude and don’t appreciate your business, was told they next night to leave because we didn’t tip well enough, I wasn’t there the night before and never made it in the door the next evening, And got asked to leave , I personally found the receipt from the night before and was absolutely shocked at the bill amd tip ,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great Beach Location

What I enjoyed was it wasn't wall to wall homes on the beach. I really liked the little beach we had, if I wanted to go to a bigger beach it was only 5 minutes away (and you get to see the wild horses). The next biggest town was a little over 30 minute drive to Beaumont. The cottage was well equipped and I enjoyed all the activities you could do there. Kayaking, clamming, crabbing. Not swimming, it's too shallow for that. The one thing I that surprised me was no TV, radio or alarm. It got my husband away from watching TV, which was nice and there were many board games. It would have been nice to have another recliner since my boys fought over it. I just brought out one of the rockers from the bedroom to use in the livingroom. My middle son slept on the top bunk and hit his head on the ceiling fan twice. The patio door was a bit hard to open, I cleaned and regreased that, it helped a little. We also got the shower head working, something is odd about the knob for that. Other than those things, it was great. Really enjoyed our time there. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

James O.

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

Beautiful sunrises and peaceful stay

The property itself was lovely and exactly what we needed. I knew we’d made the right decision within 30 minutes of arriving when I saw my kids playing a board game together instead of begging for a screen. The canoe and kayak made it that much better. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula S.

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

Our Southern Beach Vaca

The view is amazing all day long. The location is quiet and peaceful. Advice would be to limit activities in the Harker’s Island/Beaufort NC area to a couple of ferries to the islands, fill up on groceries, so that more time can be spent rowing in the bay and swimming at Cedar Island Public Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021