Family and Pet Oriented Home That Will Assure You of Wonderful Memories - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2000 square feet

Recently refreshed modern duplex on the Oceanside 5 min. walk to the beach. Great living area with a state-of-the-art kitchen that has stainless appliances, is supplied for a chef, and has a granite countertop that functions as a working and eating bar. There is also a separate dining area. The living room has a enormous gas log fireplace and a 50" flat screen TV with cable, internet, WiFi, and a DVD player. The first floor has 2 bedrooms (one King Bed and one Queen Bed). Bath has a huge walk-in shower. Outside has a 14'x24' screened porch with a hot and cold shower as well as a separate 14'x14' sun deck. The second floor has 2 bedrooms (each with super-peaceful HVAC split system for individual comfort settings): one with Queen Bed and one "Kids Retreat" bedroom with 2 daybeds+trundles, plenty of room for activity, and puzzles and toys included. The upstairs bathroom is sizable with a deep tub and spray shower. The owner's artwork and other surprises are found throughout the home.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. 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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips for getting the perfect Emerald Isle rental home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The earlier your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Some hosts offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies typically offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Make a plan and pick a perfectrental home:

• Start by having your family select a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Family and Pet Oriented Home That Will Assure You of Wonderful Memories has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before booking your rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a single event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental

Some things to know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of concerns.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.