Family cottage located in the heart of Emerald Isle, 3-5 minute walk to beach! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

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

Emerald Isle is known for impressive beaches, safe cycling trails, and public parks with boating/fishing access accepting for a pleasant vacation destination. Our 3 bedroom 3 bath with additional sleeping loft bungalow is conveniently located just a short walk to the beach, Bogue Inlet Pier, eateries and shopping . The bungalow offers a private stone patio and an upper decks to appreciate the breeze. A private beach neighborhood access is located just down the block.

Located in a peaceful neighborhood between Bogue Inlet Pier and Emerald Shopping Center for simple access to grocery shopping and eateries. Access to the bicycle path is just a block away, miniature golf is within walking distance along with numerous eateries.

The smoke complimentary bungalow has parking availability for at least 4 cars, the gravel driveway can also be used for boat parking if needed.

Just under 2000 sq ft this comfortable family bungalow offers 2 separate entertaining areas, the bigger area located on the upper level with an adjacent wet bar while the smaller area is located on the ground level adjacent to the kitchen and dining area. Both areas have huge screen intelligent TVs with Amazon Prime and Sling for your entertainment enjoyment. You may also stream from your own personal accounts. There is high speed internet throughout the bungalow.

The bungalow will accommodate the max. of 8 guest in which some of the guest are kids or teenagers and will use the loft area for sleeping, otherwise the bungalow can accommodate 6 guests comfortably in the 3 bedrooms ( 1 king, 1 queen & 1 full bed ). When the bungalow was first constructed the loft area was used as a sleeping area for our 2 middle school age kids. The loft has no door or closet. It is located over and adjacent to the upper level entertaining area and is accessed by a full set of stairs. The 2 single beds in this space are well suited and fashionable for older kids or teenagers.

The private beach access at the end of the street is for property owners and their guest, a beach fishing cart is available for your use to haul your items to the beach if needed.

The total home (1960 sq feet), decks and side patio are available for the guest to use. There are 2 closets on the ground level, one closet on second level and a workshop designated for owners personal items. These areas are locked.
This home is not a duplex and there is no owner's apartment on the property. We are available if you need assistance, plus we are good friends with neighbors on the street who live there full time and will be happy to assist if needed.

The bungalow is in a ideal central location. painless walking distance to the beach, miniature golf, many eateries (Fish Hut Grille, Flippers), CVS and Bogue Inlet Pier and a very short drive to the Publix or Food Lion grocery store.

Family tradition for us has always been an after dinner walk on the road to the Dairy Queen then to the Bogue Inlet Pier to savor the handsome view. We return to the bungalow by way of the beach appreciating the sound of the ocean waves and breathing the fresh ocean air.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and Emerald Forest Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot and Salty Pirate Water Park.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best Crystal Coast rental experience:

Getting the best rental value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacations during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in Emerald Isle. To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Crystal Coast area travel guide magazines that include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the best rental in the Crystal Coast area:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Family cottage located in the heart of Emerald Isle, 3-5 minute walk to beach! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Crystal Coast vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email the host before you book the vacation home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly rental. Request information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Is your family looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.

Have a great stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected everything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from 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 excellent stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.