Easy Beach Access & Ocean View! 4Bd\/3Ba -family-friendly, Walk\/bike to shops - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1604 square feet

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Painless walk to the beach! See the ocean from 2 levels of front balconies! Striking sunset vistas on a peaceful cul-de-sac. Great for families - close to activities - golf, mini golf, Salty Pirate summer water park for kids, and the Growler for the adults ;-)

This 4-bedroom unit has handsome ocean vistas, a walk to the beach access, a peaceful street, and a 1/2 block walk to Beach Access. Close to shopping, coffee stores, grocery stores, waterpark, or the fashionable Growler Pub, mini-golf, and more. In short, the ideal, worry-complimentary vacation spot. Linens, towels, and kitchen basics, shower basics are ALL included -no additional costs!

We want your family to have a great, fun beach vacation on Emerald Isle and come back next year. We've got beach chairs, a cart, a shade nija canopy and a BBQ grille for you to use. Various beach toys, plus washer/dryer, outdoor shower....

Our comfortable beach home is 100 yards away from access to a peaceful beach on a peaceful cul-de-sac. Complete decks on both floors with plenty of seating and ocean vistas/sea and hear the waves. 4 bed/3 baths in ideal shape - 2 queen bedrooms with ocean view, king bedroom with en suite bathroom, and 2 twins downstairs mean there's room for everybody. High-speed internet (30 Down/5 up) and all TVs have Roku attached.

New (2025) crossover to the uncrowded Emerald Isle beach. This little group of homes has its own public entrance to the beach with NO car parking (golf carts are ok). The Western Ocean Access beach is an painless walk to the right if you want a life-guarded beach, another coffee shop, a pizza place, and more.

Absolutely No Smoking or family pets.
This is the East side of the duplex, with an additional parking space available. The West side is also rented, no smoking or events are allowed on either half.
Check-in at 4 pm or after and check-out at 10 am on departure day.

Details about the unit
The middle floor has a enormous open kitchen and dining area with seating for eight—two sliding doors to access the porch with cafe table, outdoor couch..
The top floor has 2 queen bedrooms with access to the deck with seating and 1 shared bathroom. The primary bedroom has a king bed with a private bath.
Covered parking for 1-2 cars plus a sizable driveway with ample room for parking.
Washer/dryer and propane grille are available.
There is a doorbell cam for package safety and security. We can turn it off during your stay or leave it on - whichever makes you the most comfortable.

Beach!
We have a collection of beach chairs, a cart, “floaty things”, some sand toys, 3 sit-on-top kayaks, and a shade awning for everybody to share. Things break or get added as the season goes on, so you never know what treasure in in the "Beach Box."
Beach Access: There is public beach access 1/2 a block away. Lifeguarded beach is just to the right by the Western Ocean access beach once you hit the sand, or stay in the uncrowded section immediately over the walkway.
Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 1.6-mile drive or a 1-mile walk on the beach to the east. Surf fishing is trendy especially when the beaches are peaceful.
Do keep an eye out for rip tides on any North Carolina beach.
Sand! Our cleaning team works hard, but please know that the wind and wet toes bring sand everywhere. Rinse your feet with the hose, or use the outdoor shower!
Kayak tours/rental and a surf shop are also within walking distance just at the entrance to our street.

Biking & Walking
Emerald Isle is bicycle-friendly with bicycle paths along the major roads and simple bicycle rental if you cannot bring your own. Bicycle or walk to the Emerald Plantation Shopping or Food Lion each morning to pick up a coffee or a treat. It's less than a mile away.
You can walk effortlessly to the pier via the beach (about a mile away). Emerald Isle Woods Park is also about a mile away and has a pretty view of the sound at sunset, a fishing pier, frisbee golf and walking trails.
Theres a great playground just down the road near the EI Community Center as well.

Family Fun Activities: Right around the corner you'll find
Fun World go-carts & amusements, Salty Pirate waterpark, Emerald Forest Mini-Golf – all very close. Check for hours.
Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Units about half a mile away has units available.
Golfin’ Dolphin is across the bridge and down Rt 58 ( 3 ½ miles total) - mini golf, sky trail, go-karts, more
Emerald Isle Woods Park – down Coast Guard Lane – disc golf, woodsy hiking trail, extraordinary sunsets from the intercoastal pier.
Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium is located about 15 miles away

Eateries in the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center:
Burger place (Hwy 55 Burger, Shakes, and Fries)
Pizza place (Michelangelo’s). Saturday nighttime is completely jammed. Telephone far in advance!
American-style restaurant --Rucker Johns -everybody can find something here, and it gets good reviews

Breakfast at the Beach!
Giovani's Brooklyn Bagels - till 1pm - fresh yummy, in the back of Emerald Isle Plaza
Flip Flops Donuts - till 12 - made right on site, amazingly good independent donut shop
Village Market - breakfast and lunch, sundries, counter service. Popular
Trading Post - want something more fancy? Breakfast/brunch, lunch, dinner. Check the menu, and go early, it is popular!
Date nighttime? Caribsea is just off the main road , and there are tons of choices in Swansboro, many with vistas of the river out to the ocean.

Food/Grocery: Food Lion and Publix in the close by (0.6 miles, an 11-min. walk) Emerald Plantation Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. Note that they are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive. And all those folks can quickly empty the fresh veggies and fruit.
Lowes Foods (3.2 miles, 11 min drive) - A trip across the bridge; usually not necessary. They will shop for you and do delivery, however.
Piggly Wiggly (7 miles and 12 mins. away from the home): A convenient stop on the way in if you are coming in from Jacksonville. If you are coming in on a Saturday or Sunday it'll be much less busy.

Shopping: There is plenty of shopping on Emerald Isle and right at the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center with beach wear, book store, jewelry, movie theater... Not to mention beach “superstores” like Waves, etc.

Closest drug store: CVS Pharmacy - Photo too (1.1 miles, 3 min drive)

Check-in/check-out: Standard Check-In time is 4 pm and check-out time is 10 am.

Beach Towels: Please bring beach towels. There isn't time to turn around the home for the next guest and clean beach towels.

Food in the House: We've tried to stock the kitchen with necessary silverware and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. You will also find standard spices, common items (oil), and some standard refrigerator stuff.

There should be coffee pods for the first morning, and a Mr Coffee as well. And tea bags!

Thus you will find some items in the refrigerator. These items are left because when we have rented, we have been frustrated that cooking is hard without them and we end up doing additional runs to the grocery store. Please feel complimentary to use anything you find. If you have food you don't want to bring home and won't spoil in the next few weeks, feel complimentary to leave it. (We clean out and refresh these items each summer, don't worry).

Next Door: Since this is a duplex we ask that folks be respectful of the families that are renting the other side of the home and our co-owner expects the same of their families.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Owner is allergic. Absolutely no pets

Our top Rental home booking tips:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, consider shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Havelock area visitor guide magazines which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Havelock visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your Search:

• To start, have your family select vacation dates and a budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Easy Beach Access & Ocean View! 4Bd\/3Ba -family-friendly, Walk\/bike to shops has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before you book your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what bed configuration is right for your vacation family.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly property. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Havelock beach you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• To make sure no damages are linked to your family's stay, note any problem areas upon check in. Get in touch with the host right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, 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 manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.