Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2564 square feet

New for 2024:
- All TV's have Rokus
- New Gas Grille
- New Deck Chairs

Blue Whale is a 4-Bedroom, 4 1/2-Bath home on three levels. It features a Private Hot Tub and an Elevator (to all levels)! Located just across the street from the Ocean Access with gorgeous Vistas! Blue Whale is located right down the street from Bluewater in the heart of Emerald Isle. Vacationers can bicycle or walk to miniature golf, go karts, gift stores, the movie theater, book store (and more!) at Emerald Plantation. There are eateries, bars and ice-cream stores located within a 15 min. walk or a five min. car ride. The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is roughly a 1/4 mile walk on the beach. No excuse for not exercising on vacation! Just a few blocks from the home are paved paths for running, cycling, or rollerblading. Bicycle and kayak/SUP/surfboard rental stores are very close and convenient. High Speed Wireless Internet Access Supplied! (Bring your own computer.)

Ground Level: Enormous Game Room has a Couch, a Color Cable TV, a Pool Table, and a Foosball Table. Half-Bath. Laundry Room. Garage. Outside Area has an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower. Gas Grille. Color TV.

Level One: Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #3 is street side and has 2 Twin Bunk Sets and a Full-Bath.

Level Two: Open Living Area has a Gas Log Fireplace and broad Ocean Vistas. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #4 has a King Bed and a Full-Bath.

High Speed Wireless Internet Access! (Bring your own computer.)

Additional Conveniences include: a Hot Tub, an Elevator (to all levels), 3 Color Cable TVs, 2 DVD Players, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, a Gas Log Fireplace, a Game Room, a Foosball Table, a Pool Table, Covered Decks with Furnishings, a Gas Grille, Pack n Play and High Chair.

Linens and Towels Supplied! (Weekly stays only)

No Smoking. In 2024, Dogs Accepted (2 Max) with a Flat $200 Non-returnable Pet Fee for weekly stays! In 2025, up to 2 dogs allowed with flat $250 non-returnable Pet Fee for weekly stays!

Rents weekly only 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. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium.

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:

How to get the best value:

• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking in Fall or Spring months is a great way to save on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Havelock area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines have coupons for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning, selecting, and booking your prefect Havelock rental home:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or might be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a particular Havelock destination you long to visit, browse properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, note any problem areas during check in. text the property manager immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.