Oceanside, 5 min walk to Beach, Comfy & Clean, Quiet Neighborhood!!! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1256 square feet

Oceanside (5 min Walk/1 min Golf Cart ride), House is Charming, Clean, Cozy, Open Floor Plan with Living Area in Front and Bedrooms in Back, Kitchen Area has Plenty of Seating with Table for 6 and Counter Bar for 4, Separate Game/TV Room (man cave, kids play, movie room, etc), Generous Deck that is West Facing so Plenty of Sunshine, Extensive Screened Patio with Comfortable Seating, Roomy Inside and Outside to Unwind/Appreciate, Fire Pit in backyard (wood not supplied but available at local Ace Hardware), Neighborhood is Oceanside, Quiet, and Tucked Away off Coast Guard Road with bicycle path, Owner Golf Cart Available for rent with painless Access to the Beach and Venturing Throughout the Neighborhood.

OPTIONAL AMENITIES:
• Professional Linen Service (details at bottom) - $100 for duration of stay.
• Pet Dog(s) - $135 for duration of stay.
• Golf Cart Rental - $45 per day or $295 per week
• Trash Roll Service: Free In-Season mid-May – mid-Sept

INSIDE: The home is a very comfortable with a practical split/open floor plan. Living area in front having den and kitchen with vaulted ceilings and tons of natural light. The kitchen area is great for entertaining with overall seating for 10 (6 at kitchen table & 4 at long kitchen counter). In back, 3 bedrooms (all queens), 2 full baths and laundry room (washer/dryer/shelving/coat hanger). A separate GAME/TV room to enhance the vacation experience!!! Throughout the home it's generously decorated with beach colors/shabby chic, comfortable/pleasant furnishings, LVP/wood (NO carpet). Wall Mounted HD TVs and Paddle Fans in every room, WIFI, Roku with YouTube TV with every TV. Guests provide own linens unless ask for the linen service (see below for details).

LIVING ROOM: Open, cavernous and plenty of natural light
• 2 Sofas with one being a Queen Sleeper Couch
• Recliner
• Paddle Fan
• Enormous HD LED TV and Blue-Ray Player.

KITCHEN: Everyone loves to hang in the kitchen area which is open and roomy
• Stainless kitchen appliances
• Totally outfitted with everything needed for cooking/serving with Mr. Coffee Maker and Single Serv POD Coffee Maker
• Long kitchen bar with 4 saddle bar tools
• Table seats 6 adults or 4 adults and 3 kids (bench)

3 BEDROOMS & 2 FULL BATHS:
• All queen beds
• Wall mounted HD TVs
• Paddle fans
• Master bed has private access to bath

GAME ROOM: Everyone and anyone can find relaxation!!! Great separate area!!!
• Couch and 2 chairs
• Generous HD Intelligent LED TV and DVD Player
• Games: Foosball, PlayStation2, Magnetic Dart Board, etc
• Beverage Fridge.

LAUNDRY ROOM:
• Washer/dryer
• Lots of shelf space
• Side door to screened patio.

SCREENED PATIO: My Favorite Place to Unwind!!!! Delightfully refreshed and Ideal for Dining Alfresco!!!
• Comfortable Wicker Adirondack Chairs
• Wood Rocking Chairs
• Pub fold up table with 4 stools
• Paddle Fans, Rope Light, both on Dimmers
• Indoor/Outdoor carpeting (no wood splinters).
• Located on the south side of the home facing the ocean so listening to the ocean in the evenings is calming with your favorite drink!!!

LARGE DECK: Giant space for dining, calming and entertaining!
• Faces west so there is plenty of sunshine during the afternoon.
• Table and chairs for 6 with umbrella
• Adirondack chairs and side tables for relaxation.

THE PROPERTY: 5 min walk to the beach or 1 min Golf Cart ride!
• Enclosed private hot/cold outside shower and dressing area conveniently located next to the back steps.
• Sizable Weber Charcoal Grille.
• Grand covered area underneath the bungalow has many uses: parking, fun area for activities, chairs to chill in the shade, fish cleaning station, kids table and just relaxing on the porch swing.
• Cavernous yard for outdoor activities, games, dog runs, etc.
• Double wide driveway for ample parking

THE NEIGHBORHOOD: "Deerhorn Dunes", is located in a appealing peaceful wooded community with rolling dunes throughout, it's very peaceful day/nighttime. It's located off Coast Guard Road thus close to Emerald Isle shopping/eateries/entertainment plus simple/fast access to the mainland (bypass Emerald Isle summer and holiday traffic). Excellent location for bicycle riding along the neighborhood beach road and easy/quick access to Emerald Isle's miles of bicycle paths.

*LINEN SERVICE: Optional service through a professional linen company. $100 for 3 queen beds and 1 queen couch bed. I'm making this service optional to allow flexibility since most bring their own.

INCLUDES:
• Quality fitted sheets, flat top sheets and pillow cases.
• Four bath towels for each queen or sleeper couch.
• Two hand towels and washcloths per bed
• Bath mat for each bath, two kitchen towels and dishcloths.
• Delivery drop off service upon arrival.
• Pick-up service upon departure.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. 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

2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Strategies to get the optimal Crystal Coast vacation rental experience:

When to book a Crystal Coast rental home & When to go:

• To get the best value, shift your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• In the Crystal Coast area, The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Some property management companies offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Crystal Coast area travel guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with 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.

Narrow your Search:

• To start, have your family select vacation dates and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Oceanside, 5 min walk to Beach, Comfy & Clean, Quiet Neighborhood!!! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before reserving your rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what configuration is best for your trip.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some properties allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Know before you go:

• Get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas during arrival. Contact the host right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review 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 expeditiously to fix it.