Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1318 square feet

Exclusive, complimentary, private ocean front gated parking lot with an outdoor shower and boardwalk to the beach. Avoid hordes, lines, and paying for parking! When headed to the beach with chairs, cooler, towels, etc it's nice to drive over and park ocean front! The home is 0.5 mi from the private beach access. So you can walk to it too. Our private beach access is just one block from the Bogue Inlet Pier with public bathrooms, a convenience store, Surf's Up ocean front restaurant, tackle shop and superb fishing!

The master has a tempur-pedic hybrid california king with a base for raising and lowering head and feet! There a king in the first guest room and a queen in the second. New in 2023 a whole home water filtration and softening system. Kitchen and bathrooms refreshed in 2022. New appliances, cabinets, tile, kitchen countertop space tripled, master bath converted to a walk in shower, etc.! Brand new HVAC May 2022. The back deck and much of the backyard privacy fencing was replaced in 2020. In 2020, the entire private beach access boardwalk was replaced and the dock at the sound side Cedar Street Park was completely rebuilt. The sound side dock is just 0.2 miles from the home! This home was initially remodeled in 2019 with brand new furnishings, floor and paint. While there will be a Vacation Rental By Owner fee at checkout, there will be no additional costs from the owner for linens, cleaning, crib or high chair.

This property is thoroughly cleaned every week. Rest assured the home is disinfected including every light switch, door handle, etc!

Charmingly landscaped property with a very private backyard, sizable outdoor shower with hot water, huge deck and gas grille. Sun room overlooking the backyard. One story, so NO stairs to climb! Master suite has a cal king bed and private bath, a king and queen in the other 2 bedrooms. Hampers in each room, separate laundry room and outdoor clothes line.

Roku TV's in every bedroom and living room with Cable TV, Hulu subscription on each TV for a enormous selection of TV shows and movies! Blu-ray in living room, high speed internet, modern furnishings and decor, many games to play, completely outfitted kitchen, plenty of dishes and cutlery to last the day .

Located in the heart of EI so you can walk to many stores and eateries. Several grocery stores are just 4 mins. from the home. Walk to the sound front Cedar Street Park at the end of the street (0.2mi), sit on the bench at the end of the dock and appreciate our glorious sunsets! It's also ideal for cyclists...11 mile bicycle path. Bring your bicycles! (units available on the island).

Linens supplied (bed sheets, blanket, 4 pillows per bed, towel sets, which include a bath, hand and wash cloth per person as well as bath mats are also included). The kitchen includes 2 dish towels and 2 dish cloths. Free first trash bag, 1 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, a roll of paper towels, and salt, pepper and spices to get your calming vacation started. Also supplied is hand soap next to each sink. Free crib and high chair available.

Hurricanes: Travel insurance when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner is optional, but is strongly recommended for this time of year. If you choose not to purchase insurance, no refunds will be given in the event of cancellation, including mandatory hurricane evacuation.

NO SMOKING! Units are Saturday to Saturday.

While no family pets are allowed, the owner's dog has been inside of the home, so pet dander may be present.

Saturday to Saturday weekly units only. Check in at 4pm and Check out at 10am.

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 Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. 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 Crystal Coast rental home tips and tricks:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Summer months are high season in Emerald Isle. To get the best value, try shifting your family's Crystal Coast vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. 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 friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. 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 emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Crystal Coast visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Choosing and booking the best Crystal Coast rental:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Crystal Coast vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally available online. If you don't see them listed, call the host before booking the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your invoice.
• Visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Document any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a terrific stay? Most rental managers make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order 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 comments.