Title: 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat Cottage in Harkers Island with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat (Harkers Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116886800/116886785/57594f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Front of property - 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat (Harkers Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116886800/116886785/a0fa839a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat (Harkers Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116886800/116886785/93271651.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat (Harkers Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116886800/116886785/e38a2552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat (Harkers Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116886800/116886785/c757de17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat provides a marina and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 Blocks to Crystal Coast: Family-friendly Retreat Cottage in Harkers Island with kitchen and patio A marina, barbecues and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a dryer, and other amenities include a patio and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Marina - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry detergent ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92243300/92243293/b4e19c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water's Edge Retreat- Sound Front Home with Dock Smyrna - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=92243293&PinnedHotelID=92243293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46450000/46447100/46447007/2fc0d719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3BR Cottage|Waterfront|Wade Creek|Fishing|Boating Smyrna - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=46447007&PinnedHotelID=46447007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94957500/94957432/62d4eb9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterview Home w/ Sunset & Lighthouse Views Harkers Island - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=94957432&PinnedHotelID=94957432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, table football, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71180000/71172700/71172660/6b8d4b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water View&Access\~ Game Room\~Sunrise\~Beach\~Kayak Fishing\~Close to Ferry\~Sleeps 6 Smyrna - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 28 reviews £199 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=71172660&PinnedHotelID=71172660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78477000/78476974/3be26b61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lookout Cottage- Waterview Home close to Cape Lookout Harkers Island - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=78476974&PinnedHotelID=78476974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91610000/91602900/91602888/62a00a02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Straits Serenity-Sound Front Home with Boat Lift & Dock (NEW CONSTRUCTION) Gloucester - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=91602888&PinnedHotelID=91602888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088600/34088505/63889a3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunrise over North River Beaufort - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=34088505&PinnedHotelID=34088505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90800000/90795000/90794979/a45daa3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 BR waterfront river home; 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check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Harkers Island is home to this cottage. Morehead Plaza Shopping Center and Coral Bay Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North River and Lovis Shore. Mount Maker Charters and North Carolina Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. 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