Great Expectations - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2176 square feet

Great Expectations West is a pretty 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom, oceanfront duplex on the handsome beaches of Emerald Isle, and just steps away from having your toes in the sand! This extraordinary home boast three oceanfront bedrooms with beautiful expansive vistas from sunrise to sunsets, and all with their own private decks! Great Expectations is located right in the heart of Emerald Isle, making all of our spectacular local stores, eateries, and family-friendly activities just a short distance away. This home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your convenience. There are also five new "intelligent" TVs, new dishwasher, new washer/dryer, new bed', new water heater, and a completely-equipped kitchen with all you could need and more! You will find a Keurig coffee maker, drink and wine cooler, a slow cooker, and a blender in addition to all of your basic kitchen appliances! The furnished decks are the ideal place to sip a morning coffee or an evening beverage while you watch the sunrise and sunset over the rolling waves. Welcome to Great Expectations!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. 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 Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Salty Pirate Water Park 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 best Beaufort, NC rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To get the most suitable vacation home within budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guides have deals for local tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Select a group leader, select your trip dates, and select a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Great Expectations has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, NC rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you book the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or applied to your contract.

Additional considerations:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many concerns.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.