Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

Seas the Day makes it painless to relax and savor the handsome, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least busy beaches in the Southeast. (Readers Digest #1 Beach in NC in 2024)

Stay here and appreciate the entire East side of this handsome duplex all to yourself. Privately relax on one of four decks or spend the evening on our private patio in back. Hop on the supplied golf cart or take a short walk or bicycle ride to the ocean or the sound. It’s less than a two-min walk down a peaceful street with virtually no traffic to get to the private beach access for the neighborhood. There's no public parking close by, so you don't have to share your beach heaven with hordes. A 2-min walk the other way is the public boat launch for a pretty sunset or fishing spot, and an spectacular playground. If you're looking for a peaceful, comfortable place for your family and friends to enjoy Emerald Isle, you are warmly welcome to stay in our home.

Each of the three upper bedrooms have their own deck and intelligent TVs. Blackout curtains for a good nighttime's rest in each room. Ground level bedroom has twin over full bunk bed, board games, life-size games and a intelligent TV.

TOWELS & LINENS PROVIDED: Bath towels and bed linens are included at no charge to our guests.

We supply basic cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials like foil, plastic wrap, basic seasonings, ground coffee, dishwasher detergent and hand soap. We supply toilet paper and paper towels to get your vacation started.

2 Beach umbrella, 8 beach chairs, 4 bicycles and tons of beach toys available to use, so no need to pack or rent those. All you need is your beach towels!!

One Kayak is available for your use (with life jackets). Sound access is across Emerald Drive.


HOME RULES

1. Primary renter through Vacation Rental By Owner must be over 25 AND present during entire stay.
2. NO SMOKING/VAPING. We request that guests do not smoke/vape inside or near the home - we pride ourselves on providing a "smoke-complimentary" environment.
3. We ask you to rinse off in our outdoor shower after any beach time.
4. NO PARTIES/EVENTS
5. We will ask all reservations to confirm the max. number of 11 guests (max of 8 adults)

OFF LIMITS/LOCKED AREAS: Thank you for respecting that the locked owners' closets and cabinets are kept locked and off-limits to guests.

GOLF CART RULES: Please enjoy our golf cart, but follow Emerald Isle's Golf Cart Regulations. IF you get a ticket, we will pass this fee on to you.

1. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Police will issue a ticket for all riders.

2. No one under the age of 18 may operate the golf car at any time.

3. Charge golf cart nightly. It takes 10 – 12 hours to get a full charge.

4. Charger must be kept out of the rain.

5. You CANNOT drive on sidewalks or bicycle paths at any point on the Island. EI police will ticket you and we will not be responsible.

6. At NO time can you drive on the main HWY 58 or COAST GUARD ROAD. You can cross it at any point on the Island.

7. Golf carts must be operated in accordance with all applicable state and local traffic laws and ordinances. All ordinances pertaining to the possession of consumption of alcoholic beverages. If you get a DWI or DUI, our tag will be revoked for one year and you will be subjected to a $500.00 fine.

SECURITY. We have 2 exterior security video cameras facing the driveway and carport that are always on 24/7.

THINGS TO DO:

Seas The Day is located in the private oceanside community of Shell Cove, which is a great area to walk, bicycle or rollerblade. Emerald Isle is bicycle-friendly with bicycle paths along the major roads. (We supply a few bicycles but at times the tires may be slack) Bicycle or walk to the Emerald Plant Shopping 2.5 miles away. You can walk effortlessly to the pier via the beach (about 2 miles away). Emerald Plant. Shopping, Food Lion or Publix, water park, cinema, shopping, mini-golf, eateries, canoe and kayak units and surf shop are only 2-3 miles away. You'll often find marvelous tidal pools on our beach during low tide. Bring flashlights to look for crabs at nighttime and a pair of binoculars to watch the dolphins or birdwatch. Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 2-mile walk on the beach to right. Surf fishing is trendy especially when the beaches are peaceful. We’ve tried to stock the kitchen with necessary silverware and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. Food/Grocery: Note that the grocery stores are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive.

• Food Lion in the close by Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. (Delivery available through Instacart)

• Publix – next to Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up through Instacart.

• Lowes Foods - A trip across the bridge. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up.

• CVS Pharmacy – just before Emerald Plant.• Walgreens Pharmacy – across the bridge, near the Lowe’s Food

• Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and Sweet Spot Ice Cream - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

• Flip Flops Donuts - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

Local Activities Nearby:

• Mac Daddy's (go-carts, putt putt, bowling & amusements)

• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf

• Salty Pirate water park

• Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Units has units available.

• Emerald Plant. Shopping Center Cinemas. It has 4 screens and usually 6 movies

• Playgrounds close by: Sen. Jean Preston Memorial Park (.3 mile) Blue Heron Park (1.4 mile)

Some of our favorite EI Eateries:

• Caribsea – fine dining

• Kathryn’s Bistro – fine dining

• Village Market

• Fish Hut Grille

• Trading Post

• Snapperz

• Shepard's BBQ

• Gaffers

Pizza places: Saturday nighttime is packed in summer. These places will deliver, best to place your delivery order far in advance!

• Michelangelo’s Pizza and Subs

• Lazzara’s Pizza and Subs

• Circle Pizza and Subs

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. 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 Pocosin Wilderness. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

How to get the best rental experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Summer is high season in the Crystal Coast area. To get the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we highly recommend booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Crystal Coast area visitors guide magazines which include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is often accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property manager before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• 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. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or might be applied to your invoice.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.

Have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Document any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.