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 gorgeous 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 huge 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 sizable 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 entirely-equipped kitchen has everything you need as well as a Keurig coffee maker, a mixer, and a blender!

Linens and towels are included 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 for getting the best Beaufort, NC rental home experience:

Find your best deal:

• Summer is high season in Emerald Isle. To find the best value, change your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter 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 the beach.
• In the Beaufort, NC area, The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking a perfect Beaufort, NC rental home:

• Choose your vacation week and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group 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 vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the host before reserving the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or applied to your invoice.

Tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas upon your arrival. text the host right away to report any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to compel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.