Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Soundfront/Intracoastal Sand Castle featuring Boat Slip, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, and XL-Saltwater Pool. 5 BR, 4 1/2 B. K * K * K * Q * Q. This Island Retreat showcases expansive Bogue Sound and Intracoastal vistas PLUS a deep water concrete dock that includes a kayak launch and guest wet slip - 4’ at normal low tide, so bring your v-hull boat – with access to the Intracoastal Waterway right off the dock. A enormous open-concept living area includes a 75” flat screen TV with ample white leather seating and even a piano – plus a chef’s dream gourmet kitchen featuring a 60” Wolfe® gas range with 6 burners, charbroiler and griddle, as well as twin convection ovens, two Subzero® fridges, a dishwasher, ice maker, and handsome granite countertops. The soundfront dining room comfortably seats 12 at the additional-huge extended table. A remarkable third floor grandiose primary suite features a king sleigh bed, sitting area with 75” flat screen TV, gas fireplace, roomy primary bath with huge walk-in shower and soaking tub plus a private sunroom and balcony for gorgeous sunset vistas. Private Guest Bedroom Suites, each with their own ensuite bathroom, also include sizable flat screen TV and pillow-top beds – with the ground floor bedroom featuring an outdoor hot/cold shower. All beds made with 5 pillows and No Worries white linens (including comforter), Sand Castle Club bath linens, fluffy bathmats, bathrobes and beach towels. A sizable 40’ screened-in porch just off the pool includes outdoor conversation/reading area, drink area with refrigerator, and just inside is the game room with pool table, wet bar, large 70” flat screen TV, wine cooler and stereo wired to both indoor/outdoor speakers. Wood and tile floor (no carpet) and ceiling fans throughout. The dock home at Malibu features an evening firepit with comfortable lounge seating while the pool deck and soundfront yard showcase a 33’ swimming pool with chaise and Adirondack chairs. An outdoor kitchen featuring 2 grilles – XL Wilmington Grille and XL Big Egg Grille, plus soundfront outdoor dining, and a 7-person hot tub under the live oaks. Washer/Dryer. Wireless Internet. Pet-Welcoming property w/crate, bowls, and dog bed included (pet fee required).
Additional Optional Conveniences:
Pet Fee: $250 per dog (non-returnable).
Pool Heat: $750.
Beach Buddy Travel Package: 4 bicycles, 2 golf carts, - $1000.
Beach Buddy Sound Package: 6 Kayaks (singles and tandems), 4 Paddleboards - $1000. Beach Buddy Ocean Package:10 chairs/foot stools, 5 umbrellas, cooler - $750.
Beach Buddy Service at James Street: Daily setup/take-down of Beach Buddy chairs and umbrellas - $750 (weather permitting and available only Memorial Day thru Labor Day weeks).
Holiday Decoration Amenity Package (available Thanksgiving thru New Years Day weeks) - $500.
All costs are weekly. Contact EIR to add any optional amenities. Available year-round. Property is rented weekly only. No smoking.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Traveling with kids? Consider Salty Pirate Water Park and Flatwaters Paddling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies for getting the best Emerald Isle vacation home experience:

Finding your perfect rental home:

• Book your vacation home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. 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 the holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Often, management companies supply Beaufort, NC area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the perfect vacation home in Emerald Isle:

• First, have your family choose vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what configuration is optimal for your family.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations:

• Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your .
• Note any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a great vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.