Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1120 square feet

Shell Cottage is a 4-Bedroom 2-Bath Almost Oceanfront Home located in striking Emerald Isle. Expansive ocean vistas, only steps to the beach. Soothing sea-glass color scheme invites total relaxation. Melt your cares away in the 6 person hot tub under the stars or savor the ocean breezes in a rockers on the wrap-around deck. Let the unwinding begin at Shell Cottage. High Speed Wireless Internet is included!

Ground Level: Concrete driveway underneath home for boat parking. Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower.

Level One: Oceanfront Living Area has Deck Access & a 50" HD Flat Panel Roku Equipped Television with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a 32" HD Intelligent TV with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #4 has a twin over double bunk set and 24" HD TV with DVR Recording, HBO, and STARZ.

Conveniences include: 3 HD Flat Screen TVs (including a 50" HD Flat Panel Intelligent Television) Each TV includes DVR recording capabilities and various streaming services such as Starz, HBO, Showtime, and Netflix. 2 BluRay DVD Players, Book Library, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, infant gates, an Open Deck with Furnishings, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower, Central Heat & Air, Ceiling Fans throughout, and Ample Parking. A gas grille is available for guest use.

Please note: Check-In is at 4:00pm - No Exceptions.

No Smoking. Animals Accepted No Pet Fee (2 DOGS MAX, NO EXCEPTIONS)

Linens and towels supplied with beds made (weekly stays only).

Rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Please Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect Emerald Isle vacation property experience:

Finding your perfect rental:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Crystal Coast area. To get the best rental within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at Crystal Coast restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or 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 vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Crystal Coast area travel guides that include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Crystal Coast visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and picking your prefectvacation home:

• Select your vacation week and spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Crystal Coast rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a specific Crystal Coast attraction you are crazy about, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of issues.
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• During check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.