Vacation Rentals in Harkers Island, North Carolina
Harkers Island, North Carolina Vacation Rentals and Tourism
Harkers Island vacation rentals do well because in addition to boating and fishing, one of the area’s main industries is tourism! After the hurricanes of the late 1800’s devastated the Outer Banks, a horde of new residents and tourists turned to Harkers Island. Eventually, Harkers Island lodging became popular not because the Outer Banks was in turmoil, but because people discovered the island was a great vacation spot in its own right.
However, Harkers Island beach house rentals are a far cry from those in the Outer Banks and other parts of North Carolina… that is their appeal! Harkers Island, NC rental homes are wonderfully remote, meaning you won't be forced to deal with noisy crowds and high-energy attractions. Instead, just relax by the beach! Don’t forget to visit the wildly unique Core Sound Waterfoul Museum however, in which you can witness migratory birds.
If you’re looking for a change in pace, beachfront rentals in Harkers Island, North Carolina will meet your needs. Staying in a Harkers Island rental is an eye-opening experience for anyone who’s used to hotels. Once you’ve experienced the joys and comforts of feeling at home while on vacation, via Harkers Island, NC cottages and the like, hotel rooms will lose all zest.
So start your search for Harkers Island, NC vacation rentals today. It may be the best decision you’ve made in a long time. Whether it’s North Carolina or vacation homes (or both) that you’re unfamiliar with, Harkers Island vacation rentals will comfortably introduce you to both worlds and you’ll want to come back to North Carolina’s lovely coast again and again; chances are, you won’t think twice about staying in a home over a hotel.
Sites and tours to see
Core Sound Waterfoul Museum
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Harkers Island things to do
North Carolina Maritime Museum
This is such a quaint, yet awesome little museum! Big things come in small packages....is that how it goes? This place looks more like a beach post office...read more
Cru Wine Bar and Store
This is a review for the wine bar....not the coffee side. I could not love this place more! Each night on our trips to Beaufort, we end the evening at Cru...read more
Clawson's 1905 Restaurant & Pub
Was recommended by the dive shop and I was hungry. Place was slammed bit the staff was very friendly. $2.50 drafts on Thursday night so I lucked out....read more
Beaufort Inlet Watersports
We went parasailing here a few years ago while vacationing in Emerald Isle, and it remains one of my best vacation memories. I had never been parasailing...read more
Lookout Cruises
Lookout Cruises is a wonderful experience for both tourist and locals. Steve and his crew offer a variety of sailing trips on a beautiful, clean, well...read more
Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens
A must see if you're visiting the eastern coast of North Carolina. We drove a little over an hour to New Bern from Topsail Beach and spent the entire...read more
Fort Macon State Park
Confession: I'm mainly writing this because I realized I only review bars and I'm worried about my reputation. That being said after years of annual beach...read more
Cape Carteret Aquatics & Wellness Center
Familiar with the concept of "third places?" These are social spaces that aren't home, and they aren't workplaces, but they still build communities. This is...read more
The Accidental Artist
What a wonderful place!! I went with some family, including kids, and everyone had an amazing time. You pick out what you want to paint - cups, bowls,...read more
Swansboro Dance Studio
Swansboro Dance Studio is a must-do for 5-10 year old girls in Swansboro. Its a staple, almost a rite of passage for the girls. The teachers are great...read more
The Reel Outdoors
The Reel Outdoors is among many places you can go to get your fishing license. You must have a license to fish even if it's at the beach. A fishing...read more
Jacksonville Country Club
For a place in Jacksonville, I was very impressed. I was here in November. I'm sure it is beautiful outside in the summer. The banquet rooms are very pretty...read more
Silver Lake Harbor
The finest breakfast I ever had and ever will have was an oyster plucked from a piling in Silver Lake Harbor, placed on top of a saltine along with a sweet...read more
Chasin Tails Outdoors
A tackle store can be such an interesting store. However, one can get overwhelmed with the wide variety of lures, baits, rods, weights, hooks and...read more






