Edenton’s history dates back to 1658 when it was established as one of the first permanent European settlements in the state. It was known for being the site of the Edenton Tea Party, a women-led boycott of English tea. This protest sent ripples through the colonies as it was one of the first times women had taken political action. It is also known for being the birthplace of Harriet Jacobs, the author of Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl. Fast forward to today, it is a popular place for retirement. Planning a vacation here soon? Check out our list of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in Edenton, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Waterfront cottage with a dock
This cottage is located only a short distance from downtown. It used to be part of the old federal fish hatchery that ran in the 1900s and thus has been recognised as a historic site by the national registry. It is a waterfront property that comes with a dock and a boathouse. Feel free to borrow their kayaks and explore the waters. It has one bedroom and one bathroom and is suitable for four guests. Both short-term and long-term stays are permitted.
Edenton, North Carolina, United States
1.42 km (0.9 mi) from Roanoke River LighthouseAccommodates: 4
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nice furniture intuitive roku tv and wifi and everything we needed for our staywonderful views from this cozy cabin on the water:)there is spotty wifi and the tv doesn’t always work but honestly we preferred the quiet anywayvery comfortable beds full kitchen and everything we need for a relaxing weekend awaya little slice of heaven the cottage is stylish comfortable and the perfect spot for a getawayCleanliness:
she keeps it very clean and decorated nicelynice and clean comfortable bedthe cottage is very clean relaxing and has a historic southern charm to itvery clean with everything you could need and morewe loved this historic cottage it was very clean comfy and peacefulHost:
mary and her husband are awesome hostmary was a great host and took care of all our questions and needshosts were friendly while respecting our personal spacethey are both lovely people and very hospitableif their schedule allows definitely opt to pay extra for an evening motorboat cruise with the ownersRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location on the waterbeautiful setting close to towngreat value & still close to shopping etcthe little house is the perfect location for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful landscape close to the waterthe house is in a wonderful location
2. Historical guesthouse with colourful decor (from USD 115)
This rental was built way back in 1772. It is a guesthouse located on the property of West Customs House. It has one bedroom and one bathroom which makes it perfect for two guests. The décor of the guest house is colourful enough to brighten up the place but not so that it is overwhelming. It has a compact, colourful kitchen where basic meals can be prepared and a bathroom with the toiletries you may require. It comes with a washer and dryer.
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broad street for great coffee and a light breakfast with some of the town's friendly local folkswifi was fast and easy to connect withthe cottage is comfortable and spotlessa very comfortable bed well equipped kitchen relaxing family room and spacious bathroomthe bed was comfortable as wellCleanliness:
it was very clean peaceful and relaxingit was very clean and stocked with everything we neededthe cottage is spotless and clean and the refrigerator is well stocked with goodiescozy stay with very clean kitchen bathroom and comfortable bed settingamazing place with a well stocked kitchen and clean living spaceHost:
john and mary jo are truly super hostmary jo and john were very responsive and accommodating hoststhe hospitality of the hosts was over and beyond graciousjohn and mary jo are fantastic hosts and so generous and kindjohn and mary jo definitely are super hosts they provided many wonderful touchesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location quiet neighborhood and walking distance to everythingperfect location for our edenton tripthe location was perfect for uslocated on a beautiful historic street it was so close to downtown they we walked to townthe guest house is located right in the historic district within easy walking distance of everything
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3. One-bedroom house for four guests (from USD 119)
If you want a property located right in the middle of downtown Edenton’s residential area, then this is the place for you. It is only a short walk from Courthouse Green, the waterfront, and the town marina. The space is a small, multilevel property located right behind the hosts’ home and has a private entrance and street parking. The bathroom has a bathtub and shower. It is ideal for four guests as it has one bedroom and one bathroom.
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beautiful scenery roku and wificynthia's place is the cutest apartment-like space in a quaint small townperfect little apartment above the carriage housetraveling with our 1 year old was made a lot easier and more comfortable thanks to this optionCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and cozyvery clean and perfect locationgreat place extra linen and clean throughoutclean convenient with hospitable hostthe rental was very clean and comfortable for the two of usHost:
cynthia is the perfect hostthe hosts were very friendly and accommodatingcynthia is an amazing host welcoming and always responsivethe host were very accommodating and we enjoyed our stay and you will toocynthia was very helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectwithin easy walking distance to shops and restaurantswhat a great find fantastic location within walking distance to shops restaurants and the waternice cozy place very close to a park and the waterwe loved this place and the location cannot be beaten
4. Elegant cottage close to downtown (from USD 145)
Enjoy the waters of Edenton Bay just by lounging on your front porch. The great part of this rental is that all three bedrooms have views of the water. It has an open floor plan with plenty of windows that let in natural light. It is located in a quiet neighbourhood close enough to downtown but far enough so you can still enjoy a peaceful stay. The kitchen has a breakfast bar seating and comes with basic appliances. It even has a washer and a dryer.
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the cottage is so comfortablenice view of the water from the living roomthe pembroke cottage was perfect for our stay and very comfortablethe beds were very comfortablethe beds were great and we had the best sleep everCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and lovely decorable to relax in clean quartershouse was spotlessly cleanthe house was very clean and had everything we neededclean and in a beautiful part of edentonHost:
great host and welcoming homehosts were extremely helpful and responded very quickly to questionsgreat location and the host went out of their way to help usfriendly family neighborhoodbryan was timely in his responses and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location to downtown edentonvery convenient beautiful neighborhood awesome locationgreat location for walking to the everythingthe location is perfect- it was close to everything we love in downtown edentoneasy walking to everything
5. rental for two guests (from USD 150)
This rental was built in the 1890s and is located within view of Cupola House. It is located on the second floor above an antique gallery on South Board Street and has large western-facing windows. This home grants you perfect views of the street and its activities. It is also within walking distance of Barker House and Water Street. The space has exposed brick walls, a good-sized kitchen, and a washer and clothes-drying rack. It has one bedroom and one bathroom, making it perfect for two guests. Overall, it is a spacious unit with cosy décor.
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nice amenities in the kitchen and bathgreat wifi and a wonderful kitchenwe listened to steely dan on the large tv and relaxed in the beautiful spacegood-sized space but still feels so comfortablekim's place was absolutely fantastic it was super central with brand new kitchen/fully equipped and bathroomCleanliness:
super clean and comfortable tooamazing loft great clean place bed was very comfortablethe whole place was thoughtful comfortable and cleanthe place was spotless and they made sure we have everything we needthis loft is simply amazing it really is a great space so comfortable and cleanHost:
kim provided very timely responses and was very helpful throughout the tripkim is a fantastic hostthe hosts are wonderful very nice and helpfulkim and annette are great hosts communication was excellent and check in/out was a breezegreat history to learn about all around town and the people in town are helpful and knowledgeableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is also ideal with restaurants shops waterfront and baseball all within walking distancesome nice restaurants and shops very close byreally cool space and great location easy to get to and enjoyed being able to walk around townit was a great location and kim gave us many local suggestions of things to dowhat a wonderful place to stay in edenton nc
6. Century-old house in a historical district (from USD 85)
This century-old house is one of a series of homes that are owned by the families of the original builders of the cotton mill. It is a small home, enough for two guests as it has one bedroom and one bathroom. Spend your free time on the swingset or the rocking chair set up on the porch, or go to sleep listening to the rain pattering on the roof. It is located close to a fenced playground. Please note that while it has a new television with local channels, there is no WiFi as the hosts believe that time should be spent enjoying the outdoors and Edenton.
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everything was clean and very well stockedhome is clean and neatjoyce's place is super clean and the neighborhood is safeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and quiet neighborhoodperfect place to be close to everything with everything you needwhat a great stay cute cozy and quietwe enjoyed the convent location to the lighthouse and barker houseyou can walk to "downtown" and the waterfront easily
7. Cosy private rental with great amenities (from USD 70)
With two bedrooms and one bathroom, this rental is perfect for four guests. It is located in a safe neighbourhood and is a short drive to the attractions in town. It has a minimalistic look with simple, colourful furniture in all its rooms. The carefully selected art on the walls is what draws your eyes as you enter. It comes with a television, WiFi connection, heating, air-conditioning, hot water supply, and free on-site parking. Long-term stays of 28 days or more are permitted.
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the furniture was comfy the beds were amazing and the whole place was sparkling cleanCleanliness:
clean convenient quiet and cozy getawaynice stylish place nicely proportioned rooms very clean and comfortablethe place was sparkling clean very comfortable a pleasure to stay invery clean and basic amenitiesvery clean excellent location comfortable beds reasonable rates good communication (although we didn't need anything)Host:
outstanding the clarity of the directions from the hosts hospitality & cleanliness of the space far exceeded my expectationsRead more reviewsLocation:
close to the historic district and points of interestfantastic place to stay perfect location if you are visiting edentonquiet and safe neighborhood and easy check in processstephen's place rates at the top for best in the areasuper close to the town and a very clean space
8. Well-decorated house with a fireplace (from USD 170)
This rental was built back in 1949. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and is perfect for six guests. Although it is currently being remodelled, you should experience a minimal disturbance to comfort. It is a comfortable and cosy space with a screened-in deck and porch. It has a full-sized kitchen and a fireplace in the living room. It is equipped with comfortable linens, pleasing patterned fabric, and delicate wall pieces. It also has a washer and dryer so you do not have to worry about laundry.
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a cozy inviting space with all the comforts of homeHost:
melody was a wonderful hostmelody was responsive and helpfulwe loved edenton and all of the friendly localsRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s a cozy and comfortable home located in a quiet neighborhoodwe had a great time at this place great location and neighborhood5 miles) quiet street to walk at night and nice kitchen with everything you need to cook withwe really enjoyed walking around the town of edenton and learning about its rich history
9. Private cabin for five guests (from USD 95)
Located only a short walk from Broad Street is this small guesthouse. It is set in the backyard of the hosts’ home and has been recently renovated. It is also close to Cupola House, Waterfront Park, and Barker House. Everything in this rental is mini-sized but that doesn’t stop it from being a highly efficient space. You can even cook basic meals in the kitchen. It is perfect for five guests as it has three bedrooms and one bathroom.
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the property and cottage were beautiful the beds were comfortable and the water pressure was excellentthe garden is beautiful and it’s a very comfortable place to stayCleanliness:
the house was very clean and modernthe cottage is adorable clean and lots of attention to detailHost:
david and deanna are great hoststhe place is perfect great host david and his wifethe hosts are very kind and there if neededthey were gracious hosts that couldn't be more accommodatingdavid and deanna are very friendly hospitable and very interesting peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was within easy walking distance to the downtown area and historical sitescute little cottage located right around the corner from main streeteasy walk to anywhere we wished to go in edentoneasy walk to town and waterfrontrestaurants were open and within walking distance but we preferred to stay safe
10. Second-floor unit for six guests
The best part about this rental is that it is within walking distance of everything you need. If you bring your own car, you can leave it parked for days. If you arrived by boat, you can easily access it less than a block away from the docks. This rental is a second-floor unit located over retail space. This means that it can be busy at times but is rarely loud past 11 pm. It is a perfect place for someone who wants to be right in the middle of all the activities.
Edenton, North Carolina, United States
329 meters (0.3 ft) from Roanoke River LighthouseAccommodates: 6
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we enjoyed the breakfast selections- bagel fruit coffee etcthe bedrooms were very comfortable - really good mattresses and pillowsthe continental breakfast was more than expected with a beautiful spread of cut fruit and fresh danishesthe breakfast pastries fruit yogurt and coffee debbie supplied were a joy to wake up tohad a great stay other than a small a/c glitch the trip was perfectCleanliness:
the apartment was spacious clean (very clean) and comfortablethe house was beautiful very clean and well stockeverything was clean and presented in interesting waysthe rooms are clean spacious and comfortablethe place was beautiful and cleanHost:
the hosts were great as welldebbie and malcolm were the best host and they made us feel right at homegreat spot hosts were very personable and accommodatingthis is a beautiful place to stay and the hosts are amazing extremely accommodating very quick responsessuch a beautiful and welcoming apartment and hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatthe location is perfectthis location is perfect for exploring the cute townperfect location to experience edentonthis apartment is in an ideal location in downtown edenton
Have fun exploring Edenton
Edenton is a historic town filled with beautifully designed buildings. Make sure you check out Cupola House when you’re out exploring. For a more convenient stay, don’t forget to check out the abovementioned rentals in this town.
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