Peaceful 3BR\/2.5BA home, easy walk\/bike to beach - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

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

Unwind and savor fun in the sun at Emerald Isle beaches with the whole family at this comfortable 3BR(plus additional room)/2.5BA bungalow that is just a short 10-12 min. walk to the beach. Located on a peaceful side street of the island, this simply decorated beach vacation rental is great for modest groups who want a peaceful hideaway that is within walking/cycling distance of beaches, eateries, stores and even an ice cream shop.

~ 1600 sq ft of living space across 3 levels. This classic beach bungalow is located on a peaceful street in Emerald Isle. The home has everything you need to appreciate a classic beach vacation. Totally equipped kitchen, full-size washer/dryer, screened porch with TV, 2 open decks with porch furnishings, gas grille. You will also be within walking or cycling distance to the beach (about 12 mins.), Emerald Woods (sound side park with kayak launch, picnic area, and bathrooms), eateries, and stores.

GROUND LEVEL - Half bath, Second living room that can be used as a 4th bedroom and features a sleeper couch. Sizable laundry room with a treadmill and clothes drying rack, ideal place to store your beach stuff. The garage and golf cart is for owner use only but guests are welcome to use the garage for entry to the ground level. Interior stairs lead up to the kitchen/living area.

FIRST FLOORING - Full kitchen for cooking family meals and a modest pantry. Breakfast bar with two bar stools. Dining room table with four chairs. Open airy living room with plenty of seating and flat-screen TV. Bedroom 1: Master bedroom with a Queen bed, full bathroom (shower only), and enormous closet. Screened porch with a flat-screen TV for calming and open deck with seating and gas grille.

SECOND FLOORING - Stairs lead up from the living room. Shared full bathroom (shower/tub). Bedroom 2: Queen bed and private open balcony and a few chairs for relaxing. Bedroom 3: 2 Single beds and a closet with a few modest kiddo toys guests are welcome to use. We just ask that you return them to that room/closet.

OUTSIDE: Enclosed outside shower for rinsing off sandy toes and beach equipment. There is also a Ring security camera on the exterior of the garage facing the driveway and street for guest security.

Access to the home is via the screened porch on the left side of the home, with a lock box hanging to the left of the entry door.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your vacation rental budget:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Summer time is high season in Emerald Isle. To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock visitors guide magazine upon arrival. 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 information, travel guide magazines contain offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Selecting and booking the perfect Havelock rental:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Peaceful 3BR\/2.5BA home, easy walk\/bike to beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is almost always available online. If you don't see them listed, call the property owner before booking the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa 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. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or applied to your agreement.
• Are you visiting for a single event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More considerations for your visit:

• Store the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of problems.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During arrival, record any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to compel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.