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Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District

Holiday home in Beaufort with kitchen and furnished patio

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Front and courtyard
Kitchen Area
Living area
Living Area2
Living Area3

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 30.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Beaufort, NC
  • Place, Beaufort Historic Site
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District

Our Shell Cottage features both a queen size bed in the Bedroom, and a queen size sofa-bed in the Living Room, the cottage sleeps a maximum of 3 persons. This cottage has an updated kitchen with a dishwasher and propane grill. There is one private parking space provided with the Shell Cottage, and one “well behaved” dog can accompany you with the payment of a non-refundable pet fee .

Hi-Speed WiFi internet for remote working! No Smoking allowed.

There is one private parking space provided with the Shell Cottage, as well as two cruiser bikes and helmets, a four-burner propane grill, grilling accessories, a patio with two chairs, a cooler, and two beach chairs and umbrella ! All linens are provided.

Located in historic downtown Beaufort. Across the street from the county courthouse - where there is a weekend Farmers Market.



2 block walk to the historic waterfront and restaurants, wine bar, brewery and shops. Catch the water ferry to the outer banks from this area. Leave your car parked, and walk or bike everywhere in historic Beaufort!.

If you want to drive to the Beach, its only a 15 min drive to public beaches - of which there are several.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pull out sofa bed, queen sized.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 small - medium well behaved dog
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Beaufort

Beaufort is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rachel Carson Reserve and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail, while North Carolina Maritime Museum and Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Mount Maker Charters and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores are also worth visiting.
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Beaufort, NC

What's nearby

  • Beaufort Historic Site - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Town Creek Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rachel Carson Reserve - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 18 min drive - 18.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fishtowne Brew House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeard's Grill And Grog - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schwarzbarts Trinkhalle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shell Cottage DOG Friendly in Historic District located?

Situated in Beaufort, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Old Burying Ground Historic Cemetery and Beaufort Historic Site. North Carolina Maritime Museum and Rachel Carson Reserve are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome homey little cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants down by the water. Clean and super cute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

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

Excellent Location

Loved staying in this cottage. Well kept and location couldn’t be better.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great cottage in a perfect location!!

Great overall…we will be back for another weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

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

Just perfect

We absolutely loved our stay at Shell and are looking forward to our return next year. The location was just perfect and with all of the surrounding food, shopping and sites, we could walk everywhere and enjoy. The cottage was clean, the bed fantastic and Robin was so nice to work with. Thanks for making it a great one
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda V.

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

Perfect getaway

Excellent location and perfect size for a weekend getaway for my husband and me and our pup. Clean and cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer t.

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

Nicely located in town

Comfortable, clean, well appointed cottage. Would return
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

Shell Cottage

Very clean, quite, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

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

Wonderful location very convenient, and very clean

Great experience, easy to book and communicate. Wished we could have stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Music Festival Getaway

My husband and I stayed at the Shell Cottage while attending the Beaufort Music Festival. The cottage was in the perfect location for us to ride our bikes and/or walk back and forth to the festival!!! We also really enjoyed the quick walk to Front Street shops. We will definitely stay at the Shell Cottage again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Perfect cottage...very well managed

Perfect for a couple with the dog. Great location for walking everywhere. Immaculate and well appointed. Manager was extremely helpful with communication and information provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

all good

great location easy check in very comfortable cottage easy check out all good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

great place - super location!

This unit was smaller but had more than enough room for two comfortably. Well stocked and comfy. We loved the location (two blocks from the water) and the farmers market across the street on Saturday was an unexpected surprise. Owners were easily contacted and offered great suggestions for dining and sights to see. We will be back here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

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

Clean, Cozy, and Convenient

Shell Cottage was perfect for me and my dog! It was clean, cozy, and conveniently close to the waterfront. The neighborhood was peaceful and charming, making our morning and evening walks a delight. I loved exploring the nearby coffee shops and restaurants, and I even discovered some fantastic spots for photographing birds, including a small cove on Town Creek visited by a Great Egret. I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Sweet cottage

Shell Cottage is in a convenient location in easy walking distance of Front St and the water in Beaufort. It was thoughtfully appointed. The bed was comfy. The kitchen and laundry were perfect. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks, Robin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent M.

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

Beaufort "Shell House"

House was compact, clean and fully equipped for preparing meals. While it has a convertible sofa in addition to the queen size bed, we found it perfectly suited for a couple. Well-located for walking to any of the waterfront shops and restaurants, and tucked back from the street, making it quiet and private. There is a pleasant outdoor shared space with the cottage next door, complete with grill and tables.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Easy walk to historic downtown

We had a very nice weekend in this cottage. The walk to downtown was very pleasant and close. The cottage was clean and as advertised. I appreciated the efficient communication for the check-in process. We did not have any issues so no need to reach out for any concerns but an emergency number was given to us in case we did. I would definitely consider staying here again if we revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell Cottage is a great place to stay in Beaufort to enjoy the quaint downtown shops and restaurants! We had a great stay with our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was just perfect! Traveling alone (had recently lost my husband) and I needed some away time to try and ground myself. I had communicated with the owner prior to booking, and Robin was incredible! She promptly emailed me local favorite restaurants and others, things to do, places to see…I felt very safe in the neighborhood which was a convenient 2 blocks from Front Street(where most all of the shops and eateries are located). This cottage is well equipped and plenty roomy enough for a couple. I want to return! Beaufort offered such peace and the entire community was so friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannyn Z.

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

Super cute!

Well appointed. Very nice linens and for the first time I was not asked to do laundry/chores at a VRBO! Just take out trash. Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was awesome and very clean. This is our second time staying in one of Robin’s places. We will be returning!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reide C.

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

Great cottage in a great location

This is a really nice small cottage walkable to all the Beaufort attractions. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Love theses cottages

We have stayed there many times over the last 20 years. Always clean this time we stay in the cabin that takes dogs. We have never stayed in this one before. It was very nice on the inside. Everything was clean. We like because we can walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Perfect Getaway

Comfortable little cottage within walking distance to everything Beaufort has to offer. It was perfectly appointed with everything we needed. We enjoyed the grill and patio area and the bikes to cruz around town. We will absolutely stay here again the next time we’re in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

The Shell Cottage

The Shell Cottage is in a perfect location. It is convenient for walking to restaurants and stores. It is off the street and that allows some privacy. The bikes are an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Robin Wordsworth

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