\nTranquil 4th Row Ocean View w Pool & Hot Tub ... Book Your Dream Oasis Now! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Savor this calming 4th-row ocean view beach home rental located in breathtaking Emerald Isle, NC … a two-min. walk to the beach and close to great dining and stores.

All of your vacay dreams come true at Whispering Oaks — a casual and chic sanctuary, thoughtfully curated for couples, friends, families and adventurers. Whether you crave an active hideaway or a relaxing escape to relax, this exceptional destination in the heart of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast promises the ideal setting for your next hideaway.

Located among majestic live oak trees, this private getaway strikes a harmonious balance between a serene feeling of seclusion and simple access to the beach and plenty of local amenities. Whispering Oaks serves as a ideal base for exploration or a alluring spot to relax and relax.

Morning donuts and evening pizza and subs are a short walk away, and the rest of enchanting Emerald Isle and surrounding communities, like Swansboro and Morehead City, are within painless reach. The property is surrounded by old oak trees and offers direct access to paved trails for walking, running and cycling.

Bright and inviting, this property comfortably accommodates groups of up to 10, providing a comfortable and familiar getaway for your stay. The interior showcases an eclectic boho style, with earthy, calming tones that create a casual, down-to-earth vibe. Designed with attention to detail, the home features a completely supplied kitchen and hotel-quality beds for a restful nighttime's sleep.

The downstairs features two bedrooms and a full bathroom with a shower/tub. The Sunset Room features a queen-size bed; the Whale Room features two twin-size beds and a cute reading nook outfitted with fun kids’ books. Both bedrooms have wall-mounted Intelligent TVs. The downstairs also features a lounge area with a wall mounted TV, a table and seating for 4, as well as a day bed and pull-out twin trundle. This level also has a laidback game room with couch seating, in addition to a foosball table and an arcade basketball hoops game.

The upstairs main level features an open concept living room with a wall mounted Intelligent TV, and double sliding doors offering easy access to the main deck and Bar-B-Que area. This outdoor level also provides table seating for 4, as well as lounge seating. The completely supplied kitchen features stainless steel appliances and dining table seating for 6. There’s even a highchair available for the little one! This floor also has a washer/dryer for your use (supplies included). We've made sure to provide a great assortment of board games and puzzles ... even our family favorite Uno cards! You'll also discover a selection of books, each with a unique connection to Emerald Isle ... yours to appreciate during your stay!

This main level also features two bedrooms and a full bathroom (shower, no tub). The Cactus Room features a queen-size bed and direct deck access; the other main bedroom features a king-size bed. Both bedrooms have wall-mounted Intelligent TVs. Bed linens included for all beds.

The outdoor spaces offer ample areas for entertaining or just hanging out, The private patio area is completely fenced and features an in-ground pool, hot tub, propane firepit with seating area, and a covered seating area for relaxation and calming. There is a picnic table, lounge chairs, couch seating, patio games … plenty of room to relax after a fun day at the beach! There’s even an outdoor shower … great for post-beach or anytime use.

The upper decks offer additional seating, including a awesome "ship's watch" lookout deck with striking expansive vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Grab a morning coffee or savor a glass of wine at sunset and just take it all in!

Each bedroom includes a wall-mounted TV with intelligent TV capabilities. Simply log into your favorite app to watch a movie!

The Kitchen is entirely equipped with a coffee maker and a Keurig, Nutri bullet, blender, air fryer, flat skillet, crock pot, microwave, toaster, dishware, flatware, basic cooking pots/pans and silverware. Coffee, tea, and Keurig pods supplied! The dining table can comfortably fit 6 people.

We provide bathroom essentials such as hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and bath gel, along with cleaning supplies like laundry detergent, dish soap, and paper products. We also provide propane tanks for the grille and fire pit (with an additional tank on-site). While we strive to keep the home fully supplied, bigger groups or higher usage may result in some items running out during your stay.

Towels and bed linens are supplied: Bath and hand towels and bed linens are supplied at no charge to our guests. A limited quantity of beach towels are also available for our guests’ use, as well! However, we do recommend bringing your own beach towels / beach blankets and beach chairs, or you may arrange to rent chairs from Island Essentials or Beach Butler.

HOME HIGHLIGHTS

• Very family-friendly ambiance
• Private, fenced patio area with a private pool, hot tub and living areas
• Private pool (pool heating available for a daily fee)
• Ship’s Watch top deck with seating for two
• Short walk to the beach, dining, shopping, and activities

GROUND FLOORING

• GAME ROOM with couch
• LOUNGE ROOM with table and seating for four, daybed and trundle, and Intelligent TV, access to pool
• First BR with Queen bed
• Second BR with 2 Twin beds and reading nook
• Full BATHROOM

SECOND FLOORING

• LIVING AREA with couch, armchairs, Intelligent TV, direct access to decks and outdoor barbeque
• Open KITCHEN with all appliances and table seating for six
• LAUNDRY CLOSET and PANTRY
• Third BR with queen bed
• Fourth BR with King bed


ON-SITE PARKING

Onsite, top of driveway / side of the home, up to 5 standard-sized cars. No street parking is available in this neighborhood.

Fast Wi-Fi!
We sometimes “work and school” from the beach, so we’ve made sure to have high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the home. There is a great workstation space in the downstairs lounge area if you need to complete an assignment or check-in with the office!

Guest access:
Guests access the home via the upper deck front door using the keypad. Instructions supplied prior to check-in.
Guests have access to the entire property, except for just one locked owner’s closet.

Other things to note:
Check-in time is 4:00 pm. Check-out time is 10:00 am.
There is no street parking in this neighborhood. All cars must park in the driveway.
We have 1 exterior security camera located on the driveway side of the property.
No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property. $500 Minimum Smoking Fee.
No family pets allowed, unfortunately. We appreciate our furry friends but ask that you leave them at home during your stay at Whispering Oaks. $700 Minimum Pet Fee.

-- THE LOCATION --

Emerald Isle is a town on Bogue Banks Island, part of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast. The Bogue Inlet Pier is a trendy fishing spot, with vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. The Western and Eastern Ocean Regional Accesses are public entry points to the beach, a water sports hub. Emerald Isle Woods Park has a disc golf course and a dock, plus shoreline and forest trails, including part of the North Carolina Birding Trail.

There are roughly 12 miles of bicycle paths and more than 2.5 miles of sidewalks to make it easy to move around town!

-- ANNUAL TOWN EVENTS --

JANUARY: Crystal Coast Restaurant Week, Penguin Plunge
FEBRUARY: Annual Carolina Chocolate Festival
MARCH: Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Festival
APRIL: Beaufort Wine and Food Festival
MAY: Bicycle The Banks Bicycle Ride/Race, AB Music Festival
JUNE: Emerald Isle Youth Fishing Derby, Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament, Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, Emerald Fest (Thursday eve from June-August summer concert series), Swansboro Arts By The Sea
JULY: Big Rock Kids Billfish Tournament
AUGUST: Sarah James Fulcher Tournament
SEPTEMBER: Labor Day Weekend
OCTOBER: Swansboro Mullet Festival, NC Seafood Festival
NOVEMBER: Emerald Isle Car Show, Thanksgiving and Modest Business Saturday, Swansboro Christmas Flotilla
DECEMBER: Emerald Isle Christmas Parade, Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

-- OPTIONAL GOLF CART RENTAL --

Guests interested in renting a golf cart are welcome to request to have a golf cart delivered to The Whispering Oaks House by contacting Emerald Isle Golf Cart Rental & Sales and completing the necessary paperwork. The Owners and Owners’ representatives are not affiliated with Emerald Isle Golf Cart Rental & Sales in any way, and Guests who rent golf carts do so at their own risk and agree to not hold the Owners or Owners’ representatives responsible for any damages or injuries sustained while using a golf cart, either on or off of the property.

-- OPTIONAL GROCERIES --

Guests who are interested in pre-ordering groceries may consider these close by options:
Lowes Grocery on the island offers Lowes Food to Go or Delivery for a fee
The Publix on the island also offers grocery pick-up or delivery
The Walmart in Swansboro and Morehead both offer grocery pickup

-- BOOKINGS --

Weekly units from mid-April through early October, Saturday check-in/out.
3-nighttime minimum rental during off-season (October to April).

Appreciate your stay and plan for your return visit!

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Emerald Isle vacation rental home tips:

When to book a Crystal Coast rental home & When to go:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Crystal Coast area. Booking your Crystal Coast vacation home in Fall or Spring months is an excellent way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• Some property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides have offers and deals for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning, picking, and booking a perfect Crystal Coast rental:

• Begin by selecting your the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. \nTranquil 4th Row Ocean View w Pool & Hot Tub ... Book Your Dream Oasis Now! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before booking your rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish what is best for your family.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

More considerations:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of issues.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a great time? Most rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.