Harborlight Guest House NC, Cape Carteret, North Carolina

Slip away to the Harborlight Guest House, on the Central North Carolina coast, and relax amidst shady palm trees and a tranquil waterfront. The inn is a secret hideaway; there are no signs on the highway, therefore resulting in a very private and secluded waterfront inn for the guest who needs an escape from their hectic daily lives! The inn sits on a peninsula surrounded on three sides by water, thus all suites have stunning views of Bogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. All suites feature jacuzzis, and/or fireplaces and the waterfront sunsets are a spectacular conclusion to a day of shelling, shopping, and exploring the Crystal Coast.

The inn offers 530' of shoreline on Bogue Sound and the rocking chairs on the decks are perfect spots to read a good book or just enjoy the wildlife along the waterfront. If guests prefer the sand and surf, the innkeepers will share the hidden treasure of Hammocks Beach State Park, located 5 miles from the inn. Only accessible by boat, this island was rated by a national travel magazine as one of the top ten beaches of the United States! Other favorite island excursions include trips to Cape Lookout Lighthouse to gather Whelk Shells and discover pristine and very private beaches. Visitors to the Crystal Coast during Spring, Summer, and Fall will have a variety of activities to choose from including water sports, museums, the NC Aquarium, an outdoor drama, and fishing tournaments and annual festivals. October - December offers great days for beachcombers and area Christmas events are happening also. The Core Sound Decoy Festival brings master decoy carvers from around the country; the Christmas Flotilla of decorated boats parading on the waterfront; the Swansboro Waterfront Candlelight Tour of the shops are "get in the Christmas mood" fun things to do! January-February visits to the Harborlight Guest House are quiet times to rejuvenate and recover from the Holidays!

The Harborlight features seven suites with private baths. The luxury suites feature two-person whirlpool tubs and/or fireplaces. The two most requested suites are the Penthouse and Suite Nine; which features a European Bubblebath Tub for two with an underwater "mood" light! All suites have expansive windows for viewing the birds and boats of the waterway. Occasionally, guests are delighted with glimpse of porpoise feeding in the waters surrounding the inn. Several suites are conducive for chair-bound travelers.

On seven night stays-check in on any day except Saturday and the seventh night is compliments of the house! Complimentary slippers and use of robes, requires a minimum two night stay.

A gourmet breakfast is served daily in-suite or deckside at no additional fee. Breakfast begins with fresh juice, appetizers, and a fruit course, then the main entree. Favorite entrees include filet mignon with creamy eggs and asparagus; rum runners french toast; and brandied blueberry french croissants. Many guests skip lunch after savoring a Harborlight breakfast!

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Harborlight Guest House NC
332 Live Oak Dr
Cape Carteret
North Carolina
28584-9268
USA

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