Welcome to the historic Mattocks House, a beautifully preserved piece of Swansboro heritage now available as your perfect coastal getaway. Built in the late 1800s and thoughtfully restored to blend historic charm with modern comforts, this distinctive property offers a truly unique vacation experience in North Carolina's captivating Crystal Coast.
Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Swansboro, the Mattocks House puts you steps away from everything this charming coastal town has to offer



We are happy to offer self-check-in for your convenience, but we're also available for any questions or concerns throughout your stay. Feel free to message anytime, and we will respond quickly. We live and work in the area, in case of emergency, we're just a phone call away!

Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Swansboro, the Mattocks House puts you steps away from everything this charming coastal town has to offer:

Stroll to waterfront restaurants, unique boutiques, and art galleries along Front Street
Watch fishing boats come and go at the scenic harbor just one block away
Private boat dock accommodating vessels up to 28 ft—Extra fee applies, bring your own boat or rent locally. No onsite boat parking or launch. Must launch your boat & park your trailer at the nearby public boat launch.
Launch kayaks or paddleboards directly into the White Oak River
Just minutes from pristine Hammocks Beach State Park and its unspoiled Bear Island
Quick drive to Crystal Coast beaches, including Emerald Isle (10 minutes)
Easy day trips to Beaufort, Morehead City, and Jacksonville




The entire house is available for each guest.

Keep one foot in today and one foot in the past in the historic William Edwards "Mattocks" House, a coastal plain cottage originally built in the early 1900s and on the National Register of historic places. This home offers plenty of space for your entire group to spend together, private space for checking up on emails and multiple sitting rooms for private games and conversations. Just a short 10 minute drive to Emerald isle, (traffic depending). You will be strolling distance to amazing restaurants featuring local seafood, live entertainment, shopping & local boat charters.

Mattocks House is situated on the waterfront of downtown Swansboro and offers boaters a day dock (max 28 ft boat) with the boat ramp under a mile away. Bring your own or rent locally! **There is no boat parking on the property, you will have to park your trailer at the public launch area.

6 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, comfortably sleeping 14 guests
Spacious living room with original hardwood floors and coastal-inspired décor
Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
Large porches with rocking chairs—perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails
Expansive backyard with outdoor dining area .
Free WiFi and smart TV
Washer/dryer for your convenience



Swansboro is a bike friendly town, with easy driving access to Jacksonville & Morehead City.
Downtown has sidewalks and is easily walkable to stores and restaurants

Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form and sign & agree to our rental conditions.
IMPORTANT: Parking is free street parking anywhere you can find a space without a yellow marking. The parking lot directly behind the house is available for use but we can only guarantee parking for 2 cars.
Dock: The dock is available to rent for an additional weekly fee, there is no boat ramp or parking. You must launch your boat and keep your trailer at the Cedar Point Wildlife Ramp public boat ramp nearby unless other private arrangements are made.