Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2576 square feet

Windy Dunes is a striking 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located just across the low-trafficked street from the ocean in Emerald Isle. It has a cavernous open floor plan with the oceanside wall being glass.

Main level has a sizable great room with a TV, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (with TVs) including the master suite, 2 ½ baths, a second TV room and a laundry room. There is a partially covered deck for secluded outdoor dining and rockers for calming.

Lower level has a enormous rec room with a ping pong table for that competitive side, a Pac Man game, a game table, a sitting area with a TV, a bedroom with bathroom, a second kitchen and a cute twin bed tucked under the stairs. Outside, there is an enclosed upsized hot and cold shower with a changing area.

Total linens includes 1 king, 2 queens, 1 double, and 3 twins.

The home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your streaming and browsing convenience and features a flat-screen TV as well as 7 TVs: one flat-screen TV and 6 Intelligent TVs, with access to various streaming services that guests can log into with their own accounts.

The completely-equipped kitchen has everything you need as well as a Keurig coffee maker, a mixer, and a blender!

Linens and towels are supplied for weekly stays only.

The home rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday. Nightly units are allowed with a 3-nighttime minimum during the off-season only.

Please Note: parking is available in the driveway off Ocean Drive plus behind the home where there is an outside elevator.

NO SMOKING. NO FAMILY PETS.

Please Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Croatan National Forest. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best vacation home experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront 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 on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation dates and spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you book the property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Remember to include your furry companions! 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 agreement! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Note any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to inspire future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback 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 expeditiously to solve it.