Beautiful private beach house with access to sound - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This is a 4 bedroom 2 1/2 baths and sleeps 8. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed and a full bath attached. The upstairs has a queen bed with access to a deck overlooking the creek, a double bed, and two twin beds. The room with the double bed connects to both the room with the twin beds and queen so is ideal for families with kids. There is also a half bath upstairs. It has a new kitchen with a breakfast bar and 4 bar stools and an additional full bath off of it. Open living area with dining area that seats 10 and a breakfast bar that has bar stools. The yard is enormous and has a dock and access to Archers Creek (the water level is dependent on the tides) which leads to the sound. Also has an outdoor shower. The home has 2 kayaks/paddles and also a paddle board with three life vests. Feel complimentary to kayak out to the sound and go clamming with clamming rake! We have 4 bicycles, beach chairs a wagon and beach toys. (There is a golf cart rental place on the island also)
Has a huge deck in the front and a nice sizable deck in the back that has vistas of the sound and creek. Also, a deck off the 2nd floor Bedroom with handsome vistas as well. The home has a huge pond in the front with plenty of frogs and turtles to amaze all ages. This is really a nature lover heaven!
Also has a impressive, glassed porch with heat/ac and a gas and charcoal Grille!
The beach is an painless walk or bicycle ride away (880 yards) and the center of town is less than a mile which make for an simple bicycle ride or walk to local eateries and stores.
Dishwasher pods, dish soap, roll of paper towels, coffee filters and trash bags for the kitchen will be supplied under the kitchen sink as well as 3 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom. Other items that are needed for your stay will need to be brought with you.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the sea. Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking, motor boating, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Emerald Isle rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• Reserve your Crystal Coast vacation in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain deals for local tours and attractions.

How to pick the perfect rental home:

• Begin by selecting vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Beautiful private beach house with access to sound has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property management company before you book your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what is best for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular Crystal Coast beach you are enamored with, look for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• During arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to inspire future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.