Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Soundfront/Intracoastal Sand Castle featuring Boat Slip, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, and XL-Saltwater Pool. 5 BR, 4 1/2 B. K * K * K * Q * Q. This Island Retreat showcases expansive Bogue Sound and Intracoastal vistas PLUS a deep water concrete dock that includes a kayak launch and guest wet slip - 4’ at normal low tide, so bring your v-hull boat – with access to the Intracoastal Waterway right off the dock. A sizable open-concept living area includes a 75” flat screen TV with ample white leather seating and even a piano – plus a chef’s dream gourmet kitchen featuring a 60” Wolfe® gas range with 6 burners, charbroiler and griddle, as well as twin convection ovens, two Subzero® fridges, a dishwasher, ice maker, and handsome granite countertops. The soundfront dining room comfortably seats 12 at the additional-enormous extended table. A remarkable third floor huge primary suite features a king sleigh bed, sitting area with 75” flat screen TV, gas fireplace, roomy primary bath with huge walk-in shower and soaking tub plus a private sunroom and balcony for striking sunset vistas. Private Guest Bedroom Suites, each with their own ensuite bathroom, also include sizable flat screen TV and pillow-top beds – with the ground floor bedroom featuring an outdoor hot/cold shower. All beds made with 5 pillows and No Worries white linens (including comforter), Sand Castle Club bath linens, fluffy bathmats, bathrobes and beach towels. A huge 40’ screened-in porch just off the pool includes outdoor conversation/reading area, drink area with refrigerator, and just inside is the game room with pool table, wet bar, large 70” flat screen TV, wine cooler and stereo wired to both indoor/outdoor speakers. Wood and tile floor (no carpet) and ceiling fans throughout. The dock home at Malibu features an evening firepit with comfortable lounge seating while the pool deck and soundfront yard showcase a 33’ swimming pool with chaise and Adirondack chairs. An outdoor kitchen featuring 2 grilles – XL Wilmington Grille and XL Big Egg Grille, plus soundfront outdoor dining, and a 7-person hot tub under the live oaks. Washer/Dryer. Wireless Internet. Pet-Welcoming property w/crate, bowls, and dog bed supplied (pet fee required).
Additional Optional Conveniences:
Pet Fee: $250 per dog (non-returnable).
Pool Heat: $750.
Beach Buddy Travel Package: 4 bicycles, 2 golf carts, - $1000.
Beach Buddy Sound Package: 6 Kayaks (singles and tandems), 4 Paddleboards - $1000. Beach Buddy Ocean Package:10 chairs/foot stools, 5 umbrellas, cooler - $750.
Beach Buddy Service at James Street: Daily setup/take-down of Beach Buddy chairs and umbrellas - $750 (weather permitting and available only Memorial Day thru Labor Day weeks).
Holiday Decoration Amenity Package (available Thanksgiving thru New Years Day weeks) - $500.
All costs are weekly. Contact EIR to add any optional amenities. Available year-round. Property is rented weekly only. No smoking.

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 looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Traveling with kids? Consider Salty Pirate Water Park and Flatwaters Paddling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

How to book the best Crystal Coast rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Emerald Isle. Reserve your Crystal Coast vacation home in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• The earlier you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Crystal Coast visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to pick the perfect vacation home in the Crystal Coast area:

• Select your vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible online. If they are not listed, email or call the host before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to determine what is suitable for your group.
• If there's a certain Crystal Coast attraction you are enamored with, keep an eye out for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

More tips for your visit:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas upon check in. message the host right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out 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 you have a terrific stay? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.