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 pretty 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 Included! (Bring your own computer.)

Ground Level: Extensive 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

Getting the best Havelock vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Havelock area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in Emerald Isle. To find the best value, consider changing your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have coupons for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Begin by selecting your vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• During check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.