Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast

Island in Swansboro, North Carolina

  1. 6 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Aaron
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

In the Intracoastal, near Swansboro

A private island within kayaking distance to Historic Swansboro's shops and restaurants

Four kayaks included

Four kayaks included to explore the surrounding waterways and paddle to town for supplies

A stay unlike any other

Guests describe this as a peaceful, one-of-a-kind stay they want to return to
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Glamp in a Tiny Cabin!

Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network

No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking.

Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin

Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline
40' Private Dock
Cabin
4 kayaks
1 Queen Bed
1 Double Bed in Loft
Fire pit
Generator
AC/Heat

The space
THE Island is all you can ask for and more!

Featured on HGTV island hunters.

This is a glamping experience. Prepare for your trip as you would for a tent camping expedition. However, we have many creature comforts including a generator, rain barrel non-potable water, AIR CONDITIONING, infrared fireplace, charcoal grill, propane cook top, and even hot water shower!

This is a pack in/pack out location. Anything you bring with you must be taken off the island. Please be respectful of the marine environment.

Your cleaning fee includes bed linen that is professionally washed and pre-packed for you to bring to the island. The fee also includes a personal greeting by a guide that, if needed, will ferry you to island upon arrival and pickup at departure. If you have a boat or would like to kayak to the island yourself you're welcome to.

We provide 4 sit top kayaks for free. Local kayak and boat rentals are easily accessible to get to and from the island. The rental locations typically charge $50 a day to rent. Yes! That's correct, you have 4 kayaks to use absolutely free. It's kind of like us giving you $200 a day. We want guests to enjoy themselves! Come see what this place is so amazing.

The town and several marinas are just across the Intracoastal waterway if you want to go out for dinner or grab ice, beer, etc. There is a kayak dock right in downtown Swansboro and a town dock if you have a boat.

This is a wild space. There are cactus, ants, mosquitos, oyster, etc. While we keep the area around the cabin “domesticated”, we leave the rest of the island natural. Plan accordingly.

By private we mean we do not rent the island to anyone else during your stay. It is yours exclusively. That said, in North Carolina no one owns the beach or “wet sand” (below the high tide mark). The waterway and shoreline is a resource for all to enjoy. We are also in close proximity to other islands that are part of the state park or privately owned. We have signs posted marking our property but tourists kayaking don't always know which islands are private and which are open for use. This often non-issue as most of our guests just say "Hi," to fellow travelers, then move on their way. We like for guests to know the area and what entails in this unique experience. If you have questions, please ask during your pre trip planning call.

Guest access
Guests have private access to the entire island and private 40' dock

Tiny Cabin and island are for you and your guests only. No other guests will be on the island.

Other things to note
Linens (top/fitted sheet, pillowcases) provided with lots of pillows. Suggest bringing blankets and/or sleeping bags during the winter months.

No potable water available; that means you need to bring what you will drink and cook with, don't forget extra for the pets.

You will need to bring cookware, flatware, plates, and cups. Either reusable or disposable are fine.

Propane is provided for the cooker.

We provide a full tank of fuel for the generator (2.3 gallons) and spare fuel can that you can refill at the marina.

You will need to bring your own firewood. We do not have restrictions on type; we just don't burn anything from the island.

Some amenities might be restricted or limited during your stay due to weather or other factors. Your local guide will help explain this but if you have questions don't hesitate to ask.

This is a wild space. There are cactus, ants, mosquitos, oyster, etc. While we keep the area around the cabin “domesticated”, we leave the rest of the island natural. Plan accordingly.

By private we mean we do not rent the island to anyone else during your stay. It is yours exclusively. That said, in North Carolina no one owns the beach or “wet sand” (below the high tide mark). The waterway and shoreline is a resource for all to enjoy. We have signs posted marking our property but we are also in close proximity to other islands that we don’t control. If you have questions, please ask during your pre trip planning call.

**We know that sometimes plans change for reasons no one can control — including severe weather, travel disruptions, illness, and other unexpected events. Because these circumstances are outside of our control, we’re unable to provide refunds outside of the cancellation policy associated with your reservation.

As an added convenience for our guests, we offer optional trip protection directly through us after booking. This coverage is separate from any travel insurance or protection offered by the booking platform.

Depending on the covered reason, the plan may reimburse up to 100% of eligible trip costs for a covered cancellation before your trip begins, and up to 150% of eligible trip costs for covered interruptions after your trip has started.

We strongly encourage guests to consider adding coverage, especially when traveling during seasons when weather or other unexpected disruptions may affect travel plans. We’re happy to provide the trip protection option after your reservation is confirmed.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Marina view
Ocean view
Beach access – Beachfront
Free parking garage on premises – 2 spaces
Pets allowed

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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 299 reviews.

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This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Swansboro, North Carolina, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

1 John Jones Island is a private island that guests will have completely to themselves. Located within kayaking distance to Historic Swansboro North Carolina this island was used as a meeting place for indigenous tribes, sea fairing people, and even pirates!

Guests have complete privacy while still being within a quick kayak or boat trip to restaurants, shops, and grocery stores.

Meet your host

Superhost
4,444 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: HomeShareHero Owner
I have a passion for creating extraordinary properties and hosting. Our family: Him and Her, Kiddo, Pup, and Two Kitties Travel: We love culture, history, and most of all FOOD! when we travel. We really like to take extended trips to best discover the local spots. Our last adventure was Barcelona for a month. You may be able to catch my hubby on FoodNetwork from time to time although he now focuses on the hosting here and cooking at home : ) We are HomeShareHero follow on IG

Aaron is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Jamie
  • Mikey

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

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