Family cottage located in the heart of Emerald Isle, 3-5 minute walk to beach! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Emerald Isle is known for gorgeous beaches, safe cycling trails, and public parks with boating/fishing access accepting for a pleasant vacation destination. Our 3 bedroom 3 bath with additional sleeping loft bungalow is conveniently located just a short walk to the beach, Bogue Inlet Pier, eateries and shopping . The bungalow offers a private stone patio and an upper decks to savor the breeze. A private beach neighborhood access is located just down the block.

Located in a peaceful neighborhood between Bogue Inlet Pier and Emerald Shopping Center for simple access to grocery shopping and eateries. Access to the bicycle path is just a block away, miniature golf is within walking distance along with multiple eateries.

The smoke complimentary bungalow has parking availability for at least 4 cars, the gravel driveway can also be used for boat parking if needed.

Just under 2000 sq ft this comfortable family bungalow offers 2 separate entertaining areas, the bigger area located on the upper level with an adjacent wet bar while the smaller area is located on the ground level adjacent to the kitchen and dining area. Both areas have huge screen intelligent TVs with Amazon Prime and Sling for your entertainment enjoyment. You may also stream from your own personal accounts. There is high speed internet throughout the bungalow.

The bungalow will accommodate the max. of 8 guest in which some of the guest are kids or teenagers and will use the loft area for sleeping, otherwise the bungalow can accommodate 6 guests comfortably in the 3 bedrooms ( 1 king, 1 queen & 1 full bed ). When the bungalow was first constructed the loft area was used as a sleeping area for our 2 middle school age kids. The loft has no door or closet. It is located over and adjacent to the upper level entertaining area and is accessed by a full set of stairs. The 2 single beds in this space are well suited and fashionable for older kids or teenagers.

The private beach access at the end of the street is for property owners and their guest, a beach fishing cart is available for your use to haul your items to the beach if needed.

The total home (1960 sq feet), decks and side patio are available for the guest to use. There are 2 closets on the ground level, one closet on second level and a workshop designated for owners personal items. These areas are locked.
This home is not a duplex and there is no owner's apartment on the property. We are available if you need assistance, plus we are good friends with neighbors on the street who live there full time and will be happy to assist if needed.

The bungalow is in a ideal central location. painless walking distance to the beach, miniature golf, many eateries (Fish Hut Grille, Flippers), CVS and Bogue Inlet Pier and a very short drive to the Publix or Food Lion grocery store.

Family tradition for us has always been an after dinner walk on the road to the Dairy Queen then to the Bogue Inlet Pier to appreciate the elegant view. We return to the bungalow by way of the beach appreciating the sound of the ocean waves and breathing the fresh ocean air.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and Emerald Forest Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot and Salty Pirate Water Park.

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

How to book the best Havelock vacation rental experience:

Finding your best deal:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Havelock area. Booking in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter 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 your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides contain offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning, picking, and booking the perfect Havelock rental home:

• Choose a group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Family cottage located in the heart of Emerald Isle, 3-5 minute walk to beach! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. If not, email the property manager before booking the property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Do your family pets travel with you? 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. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your peace and quiet. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! 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 crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.