Classic Ocean Front Cottage - 1 Level and close to town! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

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

Shag-A-Way is a appealing oceanfront home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, all on one level. Located on the western end of Emerald Isle, it's convenient to shopping, eateries, and the bicycle path. The home features a roomy and elegantly decorated great room with striking ocean vistas, and a completely supplied kitchen with all the basics you’ll need. Unwind and savor the 65" Intelligent TV in the great room or step out onto the enormous oceanfront deck, which offers both covered and open seating areas.

Eastern Side of the Home:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed, TV, and direct access to the oceanfront deck.
Bedroom 2: Two single beds.
Bedrooms 1 and 2 share a hall bath with a walk-in shower.

Western Side of the Home:
Bedroom 3: Queen bed, TV, and direct access to the oceanfront deck.
Bedroom 4: One single bed and a bunk bed (3 singles in total).
Bedrooms 3 and 4 share a hall bath with a tub/shower.
There is also a convenient half bath located near the kitchen.

Rental Details:
Linens (linens, bath towels, kitchen towels) included. Starting 2025- beds will be made upon arrival.
Rents Saturday to Saturday
No Smoking / No Animals
This home is ideal for a calming beach hideaway!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier 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 Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Emerald Isle vacation rental tips:

Cost saving strategies:

• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the most suitable rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at Crystal Coast restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front 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 on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, rental management companies supply Crystal Coast area travel guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Crystal Coast area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting and booking a perfectvacation home:

• Start by selecting trip dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Classic Ocean Front Cottage - 1 Level and close to town! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before booking the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or may be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your phone.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• During arrival, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a wonderful stay? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.