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Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach

Cottage in Cedar Island with kitchen

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Exterior
Exterior
Dining
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Cedar Island, NC
  • Place, Cedar Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach

Cozy Cedar Island Cottage! Cottage sleeps 4 and is furnished with a queen mattress in loft and bunk beds downstairs (both new). Fully equipped kitchen with coffee maker. The cottage has a 200 square foot finished porch with a swinging daybed and views of the Pamlico sound. There is a charcoal grill available at the cottage.

The beach is about a 5 minute walk from the cottage. There is also a public boat ramp and kayak launch within a 5 minute walk. The cottage is located next to Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge. This is a remote location, which makes it an outdoor-lovers paradise.

Favorite Activities on the island:
• Kayaking/Canoeing – this location is a haven for kayakers who want to experience the natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Incredible bird watching location and you may also encounter the wild cattle and horses that roam freely.
• Horse back Riding on the beach guided tours available
• Beach relaxing
• Hunting/Fishing – incredible red drum, speckled trout and flounder fishing in creeks and on Pamlico Sound.
• Take the ferry to Ocracoke Island to explore the undeveloped beaches

Bring beach chairs, beach towels, sunscreen, and insect spray.

Wifi is century link DSL (slow and spotty).
Smart TV that has antenna
No smoking or pets.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cedar Island

Located in Cedar Island, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cedar Island Beach and Pamlico Sound can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Cedar Creek Marina.
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Cedar Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Cedar Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 49 min drive - 73.8 km
  • Morehead City Port - 52 min drive - 77.5 km
  • Morehead City Yacht Basin - 52 min drive - 77.5 km
  • Big Rock Stadium - 58 min drive - 81.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Quality Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cedar Island cottage, short walk to beach located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cedar Island Beach and Pamlico Sound. Mariners and Cedar Creek Marina are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect stay for what we needed. We really enjoyed the enclosed patio and the easy access to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet place to get away. Had everything you need and was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexandria h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying, we absolutely love the house and cedar island. Bob is an excellent host and very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always! Have stayed here multiple times.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arrived at start of nor'easter. Owner texted us to let him know if we needed anything. It was a cozy place with good entertainment to be house bound for a couple days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we loved it! Most especially the swing on the porch! Everything was clean and really cozy! There was plenty of supplies! Close to the beach and very private! we would love to do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jalen M.

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

Great Property!

Loved the stay, house was everything that was advertised. Very relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ginger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fine, just too bright to sleep upstairs in loft..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Great little getaway

House is so cute…just as described.We enjoyed our stay so much…fishing , clamming and laying on the beach. Would definitely recommend this rental property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Awesome

Great Visit
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Peaceful with amazing views

We loved the peaceful atmosphere. The location was perfect for a relaxing getaway. We were able to view a variety of wildlife so close. The local community was welcoming and very kind. We will definitely return again for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA W.

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

Wonderful and Quiet

Enjoyed our stay, walking distance to beach (sound), horseback riding, fishing, crabbing, and ferry to Ocracoke. Is a distance from a large grocery store and restaurants but well worth it for the price and peacefulness of this gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

alexandria h.

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

Our yearly trip

The house was phenomenal, well equipped with everything you need. Beds and lien were clean and comfortable. Location is within walking distance to the beach, boat ramp, park, and ferry. I absolutely loved the enclosed porch and porch swing while drinking my coffee watching the sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

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

Great Cedar Island Cottage

Wildwinds Cottage was clean, nicely decorated/ furnished and in good shape. Beds were comfortable and daybed porch swing was heavenly. Kitchen is small and location is away from bigger grocery stores so bring prepared food or groceries in (unless you like longer drives). We loved the quiet area and not very crowded beach. This cottage is ideal for a couple or small family, and the thoughtful hosts have shared books, puzzles, and games. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Nice and Quiet

The property was clean and well kept. The outside was cleared enough to park and walk around the house but enough flora was kept to keep the birds around for easy viewing. The interior was clean and well laid out. The kitchen was stocked well enough to prepare dinner and all appliances worked. The screened porch was most enjoyable and the swing turned out to be our favorite spot. Good views, easy access to the beach and close proximity to the ferry are a big plus. There is a military live fire range a few miles away. While the noise is not loud at all, at night you will be wondering what “that sound” is. Quiet but just enough to hear. Once you figure out what you are hearing, it is very easy to sleep. I will be returning, this is an enjoyable property.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline E., Richmond VA

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

Loved it!

Our first stay on Cedar Island and we will be back. Beautiful sunsets, perfect little beach (if you are ok with no waves). Take everything you need as it is remote. We greatly enjoyed taking ferries to nearby islands. House was clean and cozy, and a short (10 min) walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Absolutely LOVE!

My husband surprised me with a weekend getaway and we love taking trips to places where we have never been before. Cedar Island was absolutely beautiful! Very quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of everything. The house is easy to get to, offers great parking and has everything stocked that you need for your stay. We both fell in love with the huge porch swing/bed. The owners are extremely responsive and helpful. We had one small hiccup and they were so generous with fixing it. The house is within walking distance to a restaurant, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding and the ferry. We went on a sunset horseback ride with the Cedar Island Resort stables and it was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend this house and location! We will be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Morgan V.

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

A great spot but a little more info would have been helpful

We had an amazing time and this was a great location! So close to the beach, very comfy for our family of 4, and the porch was the perfect spot for all our meals and post-beach relaxation. The only thing I’ll flag for future renters is that I felt like the supplies at the house were really limited, and given how remote the area is it would have been helpful to know that ahead of time. We were only given 1 roll of toilet paper, half a roll of paper towels, 1 spare trash bag, and really limited dishwasher detergent. Most places we’ve rented have more available and those that do not provide extra supplies usually make it very clear in the description or check-in information. We’d stay here again so it wasn’t a huge deal, but wanted to flag for future renters.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great value, peaceful, gorgeous location

This was our third trip to Cedar Island, so we had realistic expectations. If you are unfamiliar with Cedar Island, and you are expecting a typical outer banks type experience, you may be disappointed. Cedar Island is remote, and it's mostly nature preserve. Depending on the season, there are persistent and pervasive mosquitoes anywhere other than the beach. Bring reliable bug repellent. The main attraction on the island is the beautiful, natural beach with calm, shallow water, which is great for kids. You can also book a beach-side horseback ride at the local campground (somewhat expensive, but a very nice experience). There is one store, a gas station/general store that also has scooped ice cream. Dollar General is about a 17 minute drive; big box store is 45 minutes. Bring food, bring essentials, bring beach towels, don't expect good wifi or cell reception. Instead, plan to unplug and enjoy nature. The bug-free, crowd-free beach is a short walk. Hunting, fishing, and kayaking are other options. There's a ferry that goes to Ocracoke if you're looking for a more touristy island. The cottage is wonderful, clean, and roomy. The porch was lovely at night. The price was incredibly reasonable and convinced us to rent this over a hotel room. There was a scheduling error, and the owner graciously credited us an extra night when we had to book a night at the hotel. We would love to stay here again and would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house in a quiet community
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Perfect for our long weekend getaway

It had everything we needed. Short walk to the Cedar Island Ranch where we went horseback riding. We took the ferry to Ocracoke for 1 each. We walked there from the house. Very quiet except for the sound of wind and waves. Great place to disconnect. Leave the laptop at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Gorgeous view and cozy stay

Beautiful remote fishing town. Access to many outdoor fishing and boating activities. Gorgeous sunsets. Fresh seafood at local restaurant. Short walk to the beach on the sound. Host was exceptionally kind and prompt with responses. House was cozy and equip with all that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Perfect Getaway

It was a very nice place and perfect for a short getaway. Love the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob Shellenbarger

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We are a busy family that enjoys whatever time we can find to be outdoors, especially at the beach. Finding a place where we can get away from our hectic days, enjoy being together, have adventures and relax has been an absolute dream.

Why they chose this property

We have looked at numerous properties over the years trying to find a place that suits our whole family. For Robert, who loves to fish, Cedar Island has yet to let him down. This is his favorite place to fish in all of North Carolina. For his wife, Mellissa, having wild beaches to walk along, take morning jogs or just sit with her tea and listen to the waves while watching all the wildlife has been an absolute dream. Our middle school-aged girls love running through the surf, marveling at the wildlife and taking regular trips to Islands Choice market! We all love kayaking and Cedar Island offers unparalleled adventures.

What makes this property unique

Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge is a unique coastal environment that is a nature-lover's dream. Wildwinds Cottage is walking distance from the Cedar Island ferry which takes you to Ocracoke. If you are looking for more in the way of shopping and dining, then we are a short drive from Beaufort and Morehead city.

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