Sunny, welcoming home, close to the beach - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This freshly refreshed beach home is close to the beach [15 homes] and tucked away on the best part of Emerald Isle. Our home is bright, sunny and outfitted with everything you’ll need to make you feel comfortable, with 3 Intelligent TV's, Keurig coffee maker, a handsome porch for appreciating your morning cup of coffee or evening adult drink, and tons of beach/bay items available for your use. Ceiling fans are in every room and on the screened porch as well.

We also offer some body boards, beach chairs and a sturdy beach wagon for our guests. Five adult bicycles, pump and locks are also for your use. Bed linens and towels included [you bring the beach towels!]

You will be close to the beach and in peaceful and cozy neighborhood where you and your family can build memories. You will be convenient to eateries [0.7-2 miles for the walkable ones, like Gaffers], stores, grocery stores [Food Lion and Publix are 1.4 miles], THE BAY/SOUND [< 0.5 miles for a kayak or boat launch!] and many other local attractions. The Emerald Isle bicycle path leads directly to the neighborhood as well as the playground for kids and is located one block away. OTHER AREAS OF INTEREST:
THE POINT: 1.9 miles from our home: 38 min. walk, 9 min. bicycle ride or a 4 min. drive in the car.
THE BEACH is 15 Houses from the beach [1/4 mile] and depending how much you need to haul, it could take a few mins. to 10 mins. to walk.

The kitchen has everything you'll need [especially spices] to feel at home.
**This is not for rent during high school or college beach weeks. Signer on the lease must be present for rental period.**
**This is a stringently NON-SMOKING AND NO FAMILY PETS home.**
Bookings are Saturday-Saturday or Sunday-Sunday.
Bookings are for the upstairs unit

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting. Kayaking, motor boating, and sailing 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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Crystal Coast rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• To get the best rental home for your budget, we recommend reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local Crystal Coast visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides contain discounts for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Filter your search:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. Sunny, welcoming home, close to the beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Crystal Coast vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. If not, email the host before you reserve the property. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is optimal for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular Crystal Coast beach you are enamored with, browse properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great ratings to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.