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Welcome to State of Mind, your elevated getaway for relaxation, recreation, and quality time by the coast. Tucked in a peaceful corner of the Spinnaker’s Reach community and just a 5–7-min. walk from the beach, this thoughtfully appointed home is a favorite for families and friend groups alike. From its roomy interior layout to its show-stopping private pool, every detail invites you to settle in, relax, and make lasting memories.Living and Gathering SpacesThe top floor of State of Mind serves as the heart of the home, with an open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area designed for connection and comfort. You’ll adore the natural light that pours through generous windows and sliding doors, leading to a wraparound deck and a comfortable screened porch—ideal for morning coffee or evening breezes. The well-equipped kitchen makes family meals a breeze, while the cozy living space offers plenty of room to kick back after a day in the sun.Downstairs on the ground level, the fun continues in the broad game room with a pool table, movie room for family film nights, and direct access to the striking, freshly refreshed pool area. The integrated hot tub, mix of covered and open deck spaces, and private entrance to the outdoor area create the ultimate backyard getaway. A laundry room adds convenience, and a private exercise room—equipped with a Peloton bicycle and full weight set—is also available for guest use via a secure keyless entry.Bedrooms and BathsOn the second floor, guests will find a variety of comfortable sleeping arrangements to suit every group. The king master suite offers restful privacy with its own ensuite bath and deck access. A cheerful bunk room includes its own private bath, making it ideal for younger guests. Two additional queen bedrooms share a well-appointed hall bath and also savor painless access to the deck for fresh air and peaceful moments.Location and Outdoor HighlightsJust a short walk from State of Mind, you’ll find convenient beach access and the community’s oceanside pool—ideal for those who like to switch up the scenery. Back at the home, the private pool and hot tub are standout features, with space for swimming, sunbathing, and evening soaks under the stars. While this home does not include a golf cart, local units are comfortably arranged for added convenience. Whether you're calming poolside, grilling on the deck, or heading out for a beach day, everything you need for a ideal vacation is within simple reach.Plan Your GetawayFrom its resort-style amenities to its warm, inviting layout, State of Mind is the ideal place to reset and reconnect. Whether you're gathering the family or planning a friends’ getaway, this home offers everything you need to make the most of your Emerald Isle stay. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Looking for a New build located just mins. from Downtown Beaufort, NC with a Master On Main and PET FRIENDLY? WELCOME to our home away "LIVIN' ON BEAU TIME". My Husband and I fell head over heels in adore with Beaufort when we came for a vacation seven years ago. From that point forward we were hooked and knew we wanted to make this our routine family-vacation destination and one-day, our permanent home. "Livin' on Beau Time" is located in the award winning resort-style, community of Beau Coast. Beau Coast was named Southern Living's 2020 Finest Coastal Community. Beaufort, NC was named by Travel & Leisure as "America's Favorite Town". At "Livin' on Beau Time", you are a short golf cart or bicycle ride to downtown Beaufort - with so much to do like superb dining, shopping, fishing, boat tours, and much, much more. The amenities in the Beau Coast development are unbeatable.... serene private, outfitted lakes with elegant, lighted fountains, Kayak Barn, resort-style swimming pool with cabanas, Pickle Ball courts, work-out facility, enormous firepit with seating overlooking Trader Lake, huge Dog Park, and so much more. Check out Trader's which overlooks the lake and you will find a convenient store and Beau Gro-to-Go, a locally adored restaurant that provides on-sight meals and sandwiches for take-out right in our own community!!! The Beau Coast Club is a huge Club House with ping-pong tables, cornhole, etc., and so much more!! Beau Coast also has a sizable, private Dock with docking slots for kayaks and space for day-docking your own boat, fishing and crabbing. With 3 bedrooms, "Livin' on Beau Time" comfortably sleeps 8. MASTER ON MAIN with king bed and en-suite bathroom with walk-in, tiled shower and dual vanities. Grand, open-floor plan main living area, with dining table and bar, counter-top seating. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, subway tile back-splash, and reverse-osmosis water purification system. Freshly installed water softener system provides superb water quality and removes the foul smell and harsh water conditions typically experienced with coastal water. New washer and dryer in laundry room on second floor, along with additional 2 bedrooms with another full bathroom with tub shower. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms. Screened-in, side porch leads to the garage where you will find Bicycles which are included for your enjoyment, including a tandem (2 seater) bicycle. Bicycles are used at your own risk.While in Beaufort, don't forget to check out the wild horses on Carrot Island, visit Fort Macon, the Aquarium, Atlantic Beach, downtown Morehead City, and many more local attractions which are close by.

Cozy two bedroom duplex on a very peaceful road. A five min. walk to the beach access as well as the marina to launch your boat. This home is on a dead-end where you can walk to a new playground that overlooks the ICW. It is entirely furnished 2 miles from the grocery stores/eateries and painless access to the Emerald Isle bridge. The kitchen is equipped for in-home cooking as well as a grille to use on the deck out front. Washer and dryer are also within the unit to use and linens and towels will be supplied.Attractions:• Public beach access- 0.3 mi. Take Pinta Dr. across Emerald Dr. then two blocks up (no parking at this access)• Emerald Isle Boat ramp- 0.4 mi. Make left on Emerald Isle Dr. from Pinta Dr., turn left on Scotch Bonnet Dr. (Great long dock you can fish off at the end or relax on the benches and watch the ICW)• Senator Jean Preston Memorial Park- 0.1 mi. Make a right out of the driveway and walk to the end of the street. • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier- 1.8 mi.• Salty Pirate Water Park- 2.8 mi.• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf- 2.5 mi.• Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium- 12 mi.• Downtown Swansboro- 8.4 mi.• Fort Macon State Park- 18 mi. Grocery Stores/Eateries:• Publix- 2.7 mi. • Food Lion- 2.6 mi.• The Fish Hut-2 mi. Fresh seafood/tiki bar for lunch and dinner. MUST TRY!• The Village Market- 1.3 mi Breakfast/Lunch casual sandwich spot• Michaelangelo’s- 2.4 mi. NY style pizza• Caribsea- 2.7 mi. Formal dining open for dinner only

Your family will adore this gorgeously refreshed 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo on the second floor that has an fantastic DIRECT OCEANFRONT view from a private balcony. Appreciate the sound of the waves right from your living room & master bedroom.Located in the A PLACE A THE BEACH condo complex in Atlantic Beach, NC. This unit was completely updated from top to bottom; including new floor and handsome new granite counter tops in the kitchen & bathrooms!A walk down the private boardwalk on the property will take you right through the dunes and straight to the beach! This property has everything you need to appreciate the ideal family vacation with an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and of course an striking outdoor 150ft water slide right on the property! Indoor pool and hot tub! The delightful courtyard is ideal for outdoor activities and games and includes a fun kids's playground! Savor an on site basketball court, tennis court, mini golf and a huge courtyard to play around in!Multiple charcoal & gas grilles are located conveniently on the property.The property is just mins. away from great family friendly attractions, including a short 1 mile trip to Fort Macon State Park and a 15 min. drive to the NC Aquarium or to Historic Beaufort Waterfront. 10 mins to Morehead city Waterfront.There are elevators located centrally in each building & carts to assist with loading bags.This unit is on the 2nd story. There is an elevator and carts to assist with loading and unloading suitcases. There is both a WASHER & DRYER inside the unit. Linens are supplied; Bed sheets and one bath towel set per guest. Feel complimentary to bring any additional you feel you may need.Up to 2 Parking passes & 6 guests allowed. No family pets.Please feel complimentary to contact us should you have any questions about our impressive condo!Need infant equipment? Don't worry about lugging it all from home and use BabyQuip! They rent pack-n-plays, strollers, high chairs, toys, and so much more! All professionally cleaned and sanitized, and delivered right to you at check in!They can also provide things like beach towels, coolers, umbrellas, box fans, corn hole, and more!Check it out here: https://www.babyquip.com/a/6mdhjl

Located at Point Emerald Villas in Emerald Isle, this 1300 sq. ft. modern, beach-chic villa features a calming and open-concept floor plan with high-end touches throughout. Emerald Isle was voted North Carolina’s best beach in USA Today’s 2018 Readers’ Poll. The unit is freshly remodeled, and refreshed with the latest in intelligent home technology. It features automated lights, sound, and Google Nest Assistant, providing guests with voice activated control of the villa. The villa is located on the first floor of the D-Building (third row) with an obstructed ocean view.

Unwind and refresh at Sandy Beaches! This calming half home on the sound with striking vistas is the ideal hideaway! With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths this home sleeps 8! Appreciate the hottub , firepit and sunset vistas! Or take a fast walk across the street to the beach, a 3 min walk! An spectacular location close to stores and eateries, bring your fur babies! This home is bright with an open floor plan great for gathering together! With 3 decks, boat lift & tons of parking! Come stay with us! Located in Emerald Isle, this enchanting half home on the sound offers 3 comfortable bedrooms - one with a king bed, one with queen bed, and one with a queen bed with an trundle and a twin bed. With an open concept living and 3 baths this home is ideal for a sizable group! With amenities like a 3 min walk to the beach, 2 decks and private firepit,sound vistas a boat lift and kayaks and bicycles with a liability waiver and modest fee for boat lift- you won’t want to leave:) Savor the shared hot tub and dock and firepit (shared with neighboring other half of the home) you will appreciate the vistas and more and guests can relax and relax after a day at the beach.

Located feet away from the Intracoastal Waterway. Bring your boat; you have complimentary access to our private ramp with "no" wait time and room to park your car, boat/trailer, or 2 cars if you don't have a boat. Don't have a boat? Fish off our fishing pier and clean your fish at the end of the dock, or sit and relax and watch the yachts and dolphins going by daily. We are a pet-friendly Vacation Rental, and there is a pet fee. There is a King-sized bed in the primary bedroom, bunk beds in the private area, and a loft with a futon. There is a full bath, kitchen, and the living room. Rustic on the outside, Frenchy on the inside. The 10ft deep shaded porch is a great place to gather in the afternoon and evening. We offer self-check-in. But please stop by the office to sign in and pick up literature to make your stay more delightful. We are more than happy to help you. Janet is a local and is our concierge and can help guide you to the locations you are interested in and restaurant choices.

Revel in the fresh design of this roomy 4BR 3Bath immersed in a relaxing and beautiful oceanside neighborhood. It offers a calming hideaway a couple of steps away from the sun-soaked Emerald Isle Beach, local eateries, stores, attractions, and landmarks.Modern design and a rich luxury list will satisfy your every need.✔ 4 Comfy Bedrooms✔ Open Design Living✔ Totally Equipped Kitchen✔ Outdoor Deck✔ Lower Patio✔ Intelligent TVs✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi✔ Free ParkingLearn more below!The space:As soon as you step foot in this striking home, you're welcomed by a very beautiful yet highly comfortable open floor plan area. It is designed and decorated in an handsome manner that complements the marvelous Emerald Island oceanside location.The completely equipped kitchen and adjacent dining area are where you'll get to prepare and savor delicious meals with your adored ones before relaxing in the living room, setting the stage for memorable evenings. Plenty of natural light comes through the enormous windows and deck doors, making the home very bright during the day, accenting the wood floors, and enhancing the pleasant ambiance.Retreat to four comfortable bedrooms, which feature 5☆-resort amenities that allow you to rest after an impressive day at the close by sandy beach.But wait! The best is yet to come! Step out onto our covered outdoor deck, where you can catch a breath of fresh air, soak up the sun, and marvel at the calming ambiance of the lush natural surroundings. The property also features a lower, ideal for outdoor activities and preparation of tasty BBQ treats.There are many options in this charming home. We are looking forward to you experiencing them all.★ LIVING ROOMS ★Come into the cavernous and bright living room on the main floor. Find your place on the comfortable couch, cuddle up with a good book by the fireplace, watch a movie, or discuss your plans for the day. ✔ Cozy L-Shaped Couch with Pillows✔ Intelligent TV✔ Comfy Accent Chairs✔ Coffee Table ✔ Access to the Outdoor Deck★ KITCHEN & DINING ★It is entirely equipped with modern cooking appliances that make it suitable for preparing any meal, whether a simple breakfast, fast snack or a three-course gourmet dinner. Roomy quartz countertops extend into a kitchen bar and provide plenty of room to work your MasterChef magic.✔ Microwave✔ Stove✔ Oven✔ Toaster✔ Crock-pot✔ 2 Coffee Makers (Keurig Machine + Drip Coffee Maker)✔ Fridge/Freezer✔ Dishwasher✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water✔ Trays✔ Glasses✔ Silverware✔ Pots & Pans✔ Trash CompactorHave a few drinks on the outdoor deck while the food is getting ready. Once it's done, serve it at the inviting dining table and appreciate a tasty meal with your appreciated ones. Delicious breakfasts, snacks, and smaller meals can be served directly on the kitchen bar.✔ Dining Table with Seating for 8✔ Breakfast Bar with Seating for 2✔ Wet Bar✔ Access to the Outdoor Deck★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS – 4 BEDROOMS ★After an appealing day of Emerald Isle adventures, you will be looking to rest for an equally entertaining tomorrow. Once you are ready to relax, please make your way to these comfortable bedrooms.♛ Master Bedroom: King-Size Bed♛ Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Bed♛ Bedroom 3: Queen-Size Bed♛ Bedroom 4: Two Twin Beds + One TrundleAll bedrooms are equipped with a similar set of amenities.✔ Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets✔ Intelligent TVs✔ Closets with Hangers and Shelves✔ Dressers with Cavernous Drawers✔ Nighttime Stands with Reading Lamps★ BATHROOMS ★The home features three full relaxing bathrooms. All are outfitted with fresh towels and essential toiletries to ensure you have a carefree stay.✔ Walk-In Shower✔ Bathtub with a Shower✔ Vanity✔ Mirror✔ Toilet✔ Towels✔ Hair Dryer✔ Essential Toiletries★ OUTDOOR AREA ★A impressive home like this would not shine in its best light if it did not have a private area where you can relax and enjoy the mesmerizing oceanside surroundings. Step out onto the relaxing outdoor deck leading down to the patio, ideal for outdoor activities.✔ Upper Floor Deck (Parlor Seating, Dining, Swing Bench)✔ Lower Patio (BBQ Grille)✔ Garage (Picnic Table, Bicycle Storage)✔ Outdoor ShowerWe look forward to you finding your happiness in this beautiful home. This could mean unplugging for a while, watching a movie, curling up on the couch with a good book, or appreciating a glass of wine while taking in the vistas on the outdoor deck.Let us know if you have any questions; we're locals; we have the answers. Happy Travels!Guest access The home is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, relax, and make yourself at home. Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with:✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi✔ Air Conditioning✔ Heating✔ Iron/Board✔ Washer/Dryer✔ Free Spacious Parking. Bring your Boat!✔ Intelligent LocksOther things to note★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★Heath, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.★ NO FAMILY PETS ACCEPTED ★We adore those little (and not so little) furry bundles of joy. Sadly, our home is not suitable to accommodate them.★ NO SMOKING INSIDE ★Please refrain from smoking inside the home! Any smoking evidence will result in odor removal and furnishings cleaning costs.★ NO PARTIES/EVENTS ★We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits.Thank you very much for your understanding.Interaction with guests We will be accessible 24/7 for our guests via phone, text, or the hosting app. Expect a quick and prompt response. We give our guests space but are available for every inquiry. Contact us now so we can begin arranging your ideal vacation!The neighborhoodOverviewThe home is located in the calming and friendly oceanside neighborhood of Emerald Isle, NC. It promises a relaxing getaway offering a ideal escape from the everyday hustle and bustle just a couple of steps away from the sandy Emerald Isle Beach and everything this gorgeous area provides.Here are some places of interest you'll be looking to visit during your stay: ✔ Emerald Forest Mini-Golf (1 min away)✔ Water Boggan (2 mins away)✔ Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier (5 mins away)✔ Fun World Motorsports (3 mins away)✔ Emerald Isle Woods Park (5 mins away)✔ Hammocks Beach State Park (20 mins away)✔ North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (25 mins away)***Distance times are calculated if traveling by car.Getting aroundIf you arrive by car, you will be happy to know that we offer a complimentary parking spot. If you would like to avoid driving during your stay, there are many convenient, conveniently accessible transportation options close to our home.✔ Car units✔ Bicycle Units✔ Ferry✔ Golf cart units

New to Summer Winds, High-Speed Wireless Internet, and Heated Indoor Saltwater Pool!! (This is Wireless Only, Not including Wired Access!)Welcome to Summer Winds Sports Condo Complex located in the cozy fishing village of Salter Path (next to Emerald Isle). Summer Winds condos are guaranteed to meet the needs of all members of your event! Summer Winds has both direct oceanfront & oceanfront condos only!• Indoor heated saltwater swimming pool.• 3 Substantial outdoor swimming pools.• Lighted tennis courts.• Indoor and outdoor hot tubs.• Conference facilities for 150 persons.• 2 Racquetball courts.• Parlor with refreshments.• Video & Arcade game room.• Entirely equipped exercise room.• Sauna & steam showers.• Full-time security staff.• Nearby golf & national forests.Ground-level cavernous conference room for 150 next to the pool courtyard. Ideal for meetings of all kinds: work seminars, weddings or family gatherings. These events can also be incorporated with a outstanding beach hideaway! All visitors to Summer Winds have full use of the entire range of recreational activities.Summer Winds A-513 is a striking fifth-floor, Oceanfront Condo, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Bedroom #1 is the Master with a King bed, TV, and direct access to the Deck. Bedroom #2 has a Queen bed, Flat Screen TV, and DVD Player. Bedroom #3 has 2 Twin beds, DVD Player along with the Flat Screen TV. Totally equipped and refreshed kitchen features an open layout and granite countertops.Additional Conveniences Include:3 Flat Screen TVs, 1 Color Cable TV, 2 DVD Player¡s one is a Blue-Ray DVD Player, ONLY TWO TVs have cable connections, 1 Stereo/CD Player, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Board Games, Microwave, Covered Balcony.NOTE for All Units: There are temporary stairs at some stacks while HOA completes stairway work. All elevators are operational.Linens & Towels Included! (Weekly stays only)ABSOLUTELY - NO SMOKING.ABSOLUTELY - NO FAMILY PETS ACCEPTED!Rents weekly only from Saturday to Saturday.Please see the Summer Winds on-site attendants for the Sports Complex hours.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card included at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

October through April 7 days 10% price reduction and 28 days a 60% price reduction.Oceanfront roomy townhouse with 3 bedrooms 2 full baths an 1/2 bath. This property is over 1800 square feet of living space and will accommodate a enormous family comfortably sleeps 8 on king rm w/ bath. I single queen rm. and double queen w/bath out door. Located on the Atlantic Ocean. Great ocean vistas from the oceanfront deck off the living room and master bedroom private deck. The decks have a alluring view beach, next too, Oceanna Fishing Pier near civil war Ft. Macon and state park, and Morehead City, International shipping channel. In addition to a great place for morning coffee and people watching, while pelicans soar just overhead, view Commercial, Military ships and fishing boats come and go just 3 miles to Ft Macon inlet. Also, dolphins pass and/or play just off shore nearly twice every day and even a humpback whale has been seen just past the end of the pier. Local recreation includes a skate/bicycle park, miniature golf, fishing. Really nice to see: Fort Macon, civil war fort and Beaufort Museum has articles of Blackbeard's ship (Queen Anne Revenge found down the beach about one mile out. The local area includes: in New Bern the historic Tryon Palace and across Neuse River, The Aurora Fossil Museum with near by Bath, NC's oldest town, home of Black Beard.