Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi - Vacation rental home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3700 square feet

RETROUVAILLE (pronounced "retro-vie")

5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom, oceanfront, single family home, family setting, Southern Outer Banks, town of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina 28512

Steps from Atlantic Ocean, 1/2 mile from Crystal Coast Country Club, 2 miles from NC Aquarium, 7 miles from historic Fort Macon, near Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

The Ideal Tele-Work and Home Schooling Getaway Venue, while Enjoying a Beach Vacation with the entire Family!

Panoramic, beachfront vistas of the Atlantic Ocean.

Take in natural beauty and wildlife from wild horses to dolphins and hatching sea turtles

Min Required Stay:
4 Nights 1 June - 31 December 2024
5 Nights 1 Jan - 26 Apr 2025
7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 27 Apr - 6 Sep 2025
5 Nights 7 Sep 2025 - 25 Apr 2026

Linens and bath & kitchen towels supplied with beds made.

Please bring your own beach towels.

No Smoking.

No Family Animals.

Street access for skateboarding; bicycle lane along entire island.

Access to 6 private Bogue Sound parks (links below); natural forest, charcoal grilles, picnic tables, playground, swings, basketball court.

Boat/Kayak/Canoe launching access, fishing piers: Day use only.
Car decal & gate card for parks included in the Guest Book.
https://www.piksco.com/eat
https://www.pineknollassociation.com/parks-marinas

New for 2024:
New Whole House De-Humidification System
New 65" Samsung HDTV in Media Room
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
New Siding Freshly Painted Exterior
Professionally Landscaped

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY:
Elevator:1 stepup from ground level;on Main level Carolina porch 1 stepup to living area
Ramps in place make steps and entire home wheelchair accessible. Wide sliding glass doors onto additional wide deck; wide hallways and room entrances.

EXTERIOR:

Carport plus 4-car parking area
Two beach-view hammocks
Outdoor, huge private shower with hot water

INTERIOR:

High Speed wireless internet with whole-home mesh router WiFi access.
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
Elevator
Floor planking in ground floor bedrooms, all bathrooms, stairs
Wood floor: upper level
Marble countertops: all bathrooms
Kitchen: Granite countertops; expanded island with counter-height seating
Solar Blackout Curtains in the two Master Bedrooms and Living Room
Ceiling Fans throughout

MAIN LEVEL:

Living Area: 60" Sony 3D Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; 3D Blu-Ray player; new furnishings; Queen sleeper-couch; authentic WWII Liberty ship hatch-cover coffee table, end tables. Propane gas fireplace. Access to beachfront deck that spans entire length of home with captain's chairs, rockers, glider & Beach Royalty Hammock

Kitchen: adjoins living area; sizable open dining area seats 10, plus huge maple, butcher block island with 4 counter-height chairs. Appliances include both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig.

Carolina Porch: impressive overlook of natural, Pine Knoll Shores vegetation; settee and additional enormous multi-purpose table, seats 10, for games, handicrafts, banquets, etc.

Master Bedroom #1: Access to beachfront deck spanning entire length of home, completely furnished. King-sized bed; cool Tempurpedic, Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom and shower with grab bars and handles. Solar black-out curtains.

Bedroom #2 and #3: Queen sized beds; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream beds; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV's; ROKU installed on TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; hall bathroom.

GROUND LEVEL:

Downstairs Master Bedroom (#4): King sized bed; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; private bathroom; sliding door access to outdoor patio with bench, large picnic table, ocean/beach view, and 3 steps up to boardwalk landing, then 5 steps down to board walkway to beach side deck.

Bedroom #5 or Multi-Media/Game Room: Direct access to outdoor patio and private bathroom. New 65" Samsung Wi-Fi LED HDTV, ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; and Blu-Ray player; Big Joe seating and Big Kids comfortable swivel chairs; Ping-Pong table. Bunk Bed: Twin size over full sized bed with additional full-sized trundle.

AMENITIES:

Grand gas grille stored in carport; to be used under front awning.

Private, lower deck landing with benches directly off beach, outdoor shower, & a platform for cleaning fish. (Yes, this Is the Fishing Mecca of the East Coast!).

Superior linens system featured in all bedrooms.

Ceiling fans throughout

Propane gas fireplace

Numerous bags stands

Central de-humidification system

Culligan Medallist Water Softener System

Culligan Aqua-Cleer Advanced (Reverse Osmosis) filtered drinking water system at kitchen sink, and producing crystal clear pure ice cubes (connected to Fridge door ice maker)

Infant/Child Conveniences:

Infant crib (bring your own sheets)
High chair
Child size Little Joe and Big Joe chairs.

Business Features:
Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Wireless
Excellent mesh router WiFi access throughout home
Attractive Cozy Desk in Upstairs Master Bedroom #1 (what a view!)

Entertainment Features:
6 Big Screen TVs (HDTV), ROKU installed on all TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; 2 Blu-Ray Players

Community Features:
Picnic table area, community docks and community pier access,basketball court access

Distinctive Features:
Linens supplied; beds made up (weekly stays)
Private walkway access to beach
36" x 48" elevator
covered outdoor porch/deck
covered patio
refrigerator/freezer on both floors.
main floor washer/dryer
dune-top deck
deck furnishings
iron and ironing board

Recreational Features:
Rec / Game Room
Ping Pong Table
Card / Poker Table
Fish Cleaning Station

PREMIUM VENUE FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS:
Seated dining for 24. 10 at Dining Room table, 4 at Sizable Kitchen butcher block island, and 10 at adjacent Carolina Porch table.
Great for hosting weddings, family reunion & your traditional holiday gathering!

Crystal Coast Beaches Are Gorgeous in the Spring and Fall!

Fall - Spring Promotion! 50% Discount on Monthly Units (28 nights or more)

Who says beach season ends Labor Day? Beach destinations experience less tourist volume, even as temperatures stay balmy.

So hit the beach this Fall, prime surf, pier & inshore fishing season!

CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL: Behind Door in lower hallway landing near bottom of stairs

About the Area

Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best Beaufort, NC rental experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Book your Beaufort, NC vacation in Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies frequently offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time 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 gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Many management companies supply Beaufort, NC area visitor guides that include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the perfect vacation rental:

• Start by selecting a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally available online. If not, call the property manager before you book the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• If there's a particular Beaufort, NC attraction you crave, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

During your stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• At Check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to make sure you didn't leave anything behind. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix 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 review.