Oceanfront Oasis with Private Pool, Beach Access & Stunning Views – Perfect for - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 19
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4155 square feet

Welcome to Once Upon a Time – Your Ultimate Beach Retreat with Private Pool and Direct Beach Access

Located in the highly charming Dolphin Ridge community, Once Upon a Time offers beautiful ocean vistas, ample living space, and simple beach access, making it the ideal destination for families and groups looking for the ultimate coastal escape.

Roomy Living and Entertainment
On the first floor, you’ll find a comfortable guest room featuring a cozy Queen-sized bed, alongside a shared bath complete with a shower seat and grab bars for added convenience. Just down the hall, the recreation area is a highlight with twin-over-double bunk beds and a pool table, ensuring plenty of space for fun and relaxation.

Open Living with Ocean Vistas
The second floor offers an broad, open-concept living area where you can relax and appreciate the expansive ocean vistas through enormous windows. The completely equipped kitchen features refreshed appliances and sleek granite countertops, ideal for preparing meals. The adjoining dining area and cozy living room are ideal for gatherings or peaceful evenings. Two additional guest rooms are located on this level: one with a Queen-sized bed and a private bath, and another with a King-sized bed and semi-private bath.

Oceanfront Primary Suites
On the third floor, the oceanfront primary suites provide the ultimate in comfort and privacy. Each suite is furnished with a extravagant King-sized bed, a private bathroom, and its own private balcony—ideal for watching the waves and appreciating the salty breeze. A fourth guest room with a Double and Twin bed also shares access to a private bath, providing ample space for everybody to relax.

Private Pool and Beach Access
Outside, the private pool is the ideal place to relax or cool off after a day in the sun. Or, take a short walk along your own private path to the beach, where you can savor the serenity of the shoreline. The cavernous deck offers the ideal setting for al fresco meals, with the relaxing sound of the ocean waves as your backdrop.

Book Your Stay Today
Once Upon a Time has everything you need for a anxiety-complimentary, delightful beach vacation. With private beach access, a exhilarating pool, pet-friendly accommodations, and roomy rooms, it’s the ultimate coastal getaway. Book your stay today and experience the best of Emerald Isle at Once Upon a Time!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on 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

Pets allowed

Our top Rental home tips:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Reserve your rental in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain coupons for local accommodations and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking a perfect Havelock rental:

• Begin by choosing your vacation dates and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Oceanfront Oasis with Private Pool, Beach Access & Stunning Views – Perfect for has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is often accessible online. Otherwise, call the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? 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 rental agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your contract.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.