Place, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center
2 min drive
Beaufort Historic Site
Place, Beaufort Historic Site
24 min drive
Fort Macon State Park
Place, Fort Macon State Park
38 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Primary Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly
Welcome to Whispering Oaks! The beautiful home is situated directly on Back Sound with its own sandy beach, surrounded by weathered live oaks and picturesque water views that showcase the natural beauty of the area. Enjoy the wrap-around porch and take in the iconic Cape Lookout lighthouse standing visibly on the distant horizon. Catch the ferry at the end of the road, cruise the Cape Lookout National Seashore, and check out this must-see landmark in person.
The interior of this home is as charming as the exterior is inviting. The floors are the original pine, the walls are lined with sunlit windows, and the tone is overwhelmingly peaceful. The living space is spacious yet cozy and open to the kitchen, which features blue cabinets, quartz counters, and a white farmer’s sink. There are two bedrooms downstairs, one with a queen bed, the other with three twins, perfect for the whole family. Upstairs is the primary bedroom suite. Enjoy privacy and stunning views, from watching the sunset over the water to marveling at the brilliant array of stars in the night sky.
Harkers Island seamlessly blends small-town appeal, history, and the allure of coastal living. Whispering Oaks is the Crystal Coast at its finest.
BED CONFIGURATIONS: 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, and 3 Twin Beds
LOCATION: 121 Pierce Lane Harkers Island, NC 28531
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. Airbnb guests: This fee is NOT included in your final price. Please notify Spectrum Properties once your booking has been confirmed to add this pet fee(s). 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: -Fireplace is for decoration only -No smoking -Kayaks and canoes are not for guest use
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Property # 1631728vb
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
About the area
Harkers Island
Located in Harkers Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North River and Lovis Shore, while Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, golfing and fishing.
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Beaufort Historic Site - 24 min drive - 34.4 km
Big Rock Stadium - 33 min drive - 42.4 km
Cape Lookout Lighthouse - 34 min drive - 9.5 km
Fort Macon State Park - 38 min drive - 49.0 km
Getting around
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
Schwarzbarts Trinkhalle - 25 min drive
Blackbeard's Grill And Grog - 24 min drive
George's Takeout - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 24 min drive
SEA SIDE STOP AND SHOP - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly on 22 Aug 2026 start from AU$473, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whispering Oaks- Sound Front, Pet Friendly located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lovis Shore and Down East Public Library. Marshallberg Picnic Area and Mount Maker Charters are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved this charming home. The views were amazing. We enjoyed fishing, the museum and ferry. We loved eating at Fish Hook Grill and Seaside. The staff at Billy’s were so friendly and helpful. We loved the island. We will definitely go back for another visit.
This is our third year in a row staying at Whispering Oaks. Location is perfect for us, the beach on the sound is perfect for the kids and the house is well equipped for our family size. We will be likely be back again next year, if we do not outgrow the size!
We were pleasantly surprised to find a beautiful space with a private beach that was actually private and what became our special "place" before and after each day trip. We did bring our own beach chairs and table which were perfect out there. The house was clean and spacious and had everything that we had expected. We will be back!
Loved the house and the amenities. A couple of feedback points, 1. the wireless didn't work. 2. My husband had to connect the living room TV to the cable. 3. In the check out instructions, please indicate where the linen bag can be found. We could not find it.
Elaine O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2024
Thanks for reviewing Whispering Oaks! We so happy you enjoyed the house and amenities! We wish you had reached out about the wifi and tv issues- we would have been happy to send someone out to rectify both of those issues. We cannot help unless you tell us and giving a less than favorable review due to not telling us isn't fair to the property.
Great place to stay, specially if you want to go boating.
They don't have a boat dock but the boat ramp is 200ft away.. nice place and locals were very friendly
Lovely home with all amenities needed. Comfortable and great location to getaway and enjoy the outer banks. Ferry to cape lookout easy. Aquarium not to far and worth it. Restaurants in Moorhead and Beaufort great.
This was the perfect property for our family vacation. The house was well equipped and well maintained. The deck was perfect for afternoon and evening relaxation, shady and breezy! The large back yard was perfect for the kids, as was the beach area at the water. Kids were able to experience sand, salt water, bird and boat watching without the worry of big waves and undertow. This was truly an ideal set up for adults and kids.
Hi,
We really enjoyed our time at Whispering Pines. House was very nice, clean and a good size for our family of four. Big deck & backyard and our own small but private beach. Harkers Island is very much a quiet small town. 30 min away is Beaufort or Morehead City or Atlantic Beach which are much busier & have lots of restaurants and shops. We would definitely return to Whispering Pines in the future.
We enjoyed our recent stay at Whispering Oaks on Harker's Island NC. Our family wanted a quiet place on the beach for a mother/ daughter birthday celebration and Whispering Oaks was the perfect get-a-way. The house is beautifully appointed, clean and very comfortable. The sound of the waves at night were calming and peaceful and we loved waking up to the water view from the master bedroom overlooking the outer banks each morning. We especially enjoyed our coffee on the deck overlooking the bay before starting our day. We would most certainly come back to this lovey oasis on Harker's Island.
A restful getaway...house was very comfortable and newly renovated. Waterfront was fabulous...sandy, flat beach...our dog loved the access to the water...heaven for a Labrador Retriever.
An excellent stay!!!