“A Swell Life” 3 Bed\/3 Bath, Oceanfront Condo, Unit 1105 Queens Court - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1588 square feet

Wake up to oceanfront sunrises and dine to oceanfront sunsets! “A Swell Life” is ideal for a family looking to make forever memories or friends looking to reunite for some time at the beach. This unit is in the gated community of Queens Court. It is a three bedroom, three full bath condo with a cavernous open floor plan, enormous kitchen with granite countertops, soft close cabinets and upsized breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, a dining table for eight, expansive vistas, sizable covered deck with porch swing, high top table and chairs, and comfortable sitting area, just steps from the beach. Master bedroom has a king bed, master en-suite with walk-in shower, and access to the deck through a huge sliding door. The second bedroom has a queen bed and full bath with walk in shower. The third bedroom/office/conversation room has a queen sized Murphy bed and a view of the beach and ocean (this room is divided with an accordion door from the dining room). The third full bathroom has tub/shower combo. The living room has a pullout couch as well. Full size washer and dryer, cable and Wi-Fi are included. Unit has filtered water/ice in the refrigerator. “A Swell Life” is on the first floor located above carports and storage so you can see beach over the dunes. There is an elevator for your convenience. Emerald Isle is roughly 45 mins. from Jacksonville NC airport and New Bern NC airports. Larger airports would be Wilmington NC under 2 hours away and Raleigh/Durham roughly 3 hours away. Close to family attractions or sit on the huge deck and take in the glorious view. Queens Court has a pool, gazebo, tennis court, corn hole, pickle ball, basketball court, and putting green for guest use. There is a picnic area with grilles and tables located by the pool for guest use. There is a ramp walkway to the beach with bench seating and outdoor showers.

OTHER NOTES:
-Pool and activity court hours are open 9:00am-9:00pm (Open May 15-October 15 usually)
-The dumpsters and recycling are located behind the activity/pool area (Please do not throw household garbage in trash by picnic area or gazebo
-We provide some chairs, body boards, and a few other items for ocean/activity area use
-For seating at activity area you will need to use supplied folding chairs or bring your own
-Pest treatment is supplied on the 3rd Thursday for the months of February, April, June, August, October, December. You do not need to be present for them and treatment will only take roughly 5 min.
-No trailers/golf carts are allowed per HOA
-Parking passes must be displayed by renters in the window of their cars
-No smoking in unit or on deck of the condo
-No towels, clothes, etc. can be hung off the balcony of the deck
-We are not responsible for items left behind
-We will provide linens and towels for the unit, however, you will need to provide beach towels
-We have corn hole bags in unit for your enjoyment in the activity area, however, you will need to bring other sports equipment that you would like to use for the other activities
-One roll of paper towels, some toilet paper in each bathroom will be included, after that you will need to supply
-No family pets are allowed by guests
-Items are not be stored on front walkway area, please use your car or back porch to store items

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this condo 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. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Isle Adventures 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Beaufort, NC rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To book the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite Beaufort, NC restaurants and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Beaufort, NC area visitor guide magazines which often include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best vacation rental in Emerald Isle:

• Select vacation dates and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. “A Swell Life” 3 Bed\/3 Bath, Oceanfront Condo, Unit 1105 Queens Court has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, NC rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before you book your home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your group.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

More considerations:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Make a record of any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your life at home. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.