About this Property

Sleeps 10
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Private vacation home
Approximately 2400 square feet

Barefoot Pelican - Bring your family and friends together in this roomy oceanview 4BR/3.5BA middle-row vacation home with a pool that is just a short walk to the beach. This vacation spot has plenty of parking, even for a boat trailer, and is just a 2-min. drive to the complimentary public boat ramp. The ground-level game room with a foosball table and video games also offers a second full refrigerator to make outdoor grilling convenient.

Barefoot Pelican, a freshly refreshed (kitchen, LVP floor and amenities) a 4BR (PLUS BONUS ROOM)/3.5BA vacation home with a pool, has everything you need to appreciate a trip to Emerald Isle. The cavernous home offers ocean vistas, a very short walk to the beach for calming, fishing, or surfing, and is located along the broad walking and cycling path. Barefoot Pelican is within walking distance of 2 beach accesses, the complimentary public boat ramp, and a kids’s park. You are a short drive, or bicycle ride from many eateries, stores, coffee stores, and grocery stores. It’s an ideal location to discover Emerald Isle!

~2400 Sq Ft the home features a reverse floor plan to maximize ocean vistas. The expansive main living area is on the top floor of the home with bedrooms on the ground level and second floor. The bottom floor features an additional full refrigerator and game room with a sleeper couch and a foosball table.

Bedroom 1: King | Bedroom 2: King | Bedroom 3: King | Bedroom 4: 2 Singles | Bonus Room: Sleeper Couch

First Floor Features: Full refrigerator, sleeper couch, pool door entrance, flat screen intelligent TV, additional seating, Bedroom 1 w/ king bed and ensuite bathroom. The door to the bedroom and additional/game room can be closed for privacy.

Second Floor Features: Bedroom 2 with king bed, ensuite bathroom, intelligent TV. Bedroom 3 with king bed and intelligent TV. Bedroom 4 with two single beds and intelligent TV. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are located on the ocean side of the home and have direct access to an outside covered deck with furnishings.

Third Floor Features: Generous spacious living area, open oceanside deck with furnishings. The open and airy kitchen provides a breakfast bar with seating for 6. The huge living room couch facing the intelligent TV and oceanviews is a comfortable space to savor a family move or relax with your favorite book. The dining area has enough seating for 6. Half bathroom for convenience. There is a work nook in the kitchen that provides a space to work from a lap top.

Additional Conveniences: Outdoor gas fire pit and 3 adult bicycles for your use. Full-size washer and dryer in the laundry room. Hot and cold enclosed outside shower. Gas Grille. Picnic Table. Oceanside pool with furnishings. Beach cart and pool toys.

Parking: 4-5 full-size cars or trucks or 3-4 cars and a boat trailer

No Smoking of ANY kind - $250 fee applies

1 dog under 50lbs allowed with no fee. Second dog allowed with a $150 non-returnable fee.

No Parties or Events

No moving interior or exterior furnishings. Additional costs apply.

Cameras:

Nowadays, there are cameras everywhere. Unfortunately, it’s a way of life these days. There are (3) Ring security cameras on the property. These are for our protection. We need to monitor access to the pool area. They are NOT looking at the pool. We turn the notifications off during the rental season. The videos are archived for 180 days.

1. Door Bell.

2. Camera 2 looks at the sliding glass door and gate accessing the pool area.

3. Camera 3 looks at the other gate by the HVAC equipment
***Security cameras at front door and pool entrances***

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 in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Kayaking, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding 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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies to get the very best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Emerald Isle. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes.
Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
Booking websites usually offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have coupons for local accommodations and attractions.

Choosing and booking your prefectvacation home:

Select a group leader, select your vacation dates, and choose a maximum budget.
Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Oceanview, close to beach, pool, fire pit, dog friendly with no extra fee! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available online. If not, contact the property manager before reserving the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what is suitable for your vacation.
If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
If there's a specific Crystal Coast beach you long to visit, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Some things to know before you go:

Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect your property!
To make sure damages are not attributed to your stay, inspect for any problem areas during check in. text the rental manager immediately to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
Respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Inspect the rental one final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.