WATERFRONT! Tranquility bytheSea, CShoreBeachHome, Across from Beach onthe Sound - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Waterfront! CShore Beach Home, Tranquility by the Sea, is on the Water, the NC Sound across from the Beach. Affectionately called The Wedding Cake House! A Sensational family home, 3200 sq ft enormous, and it’s only a few steps to reach the water, directly on the NC intracoastal waterway, Bogue Sound, and a short walk across the street from the white, powder sands of Emerald Isle NC beach, on the Atlantic Ocean. It’s about an hours drive to Ellis Airport OAJ, in Jacksonville NC or EWN Carolina Coastal Regional Airport in New Bern, NC. There are four splendid bedrooms, master bedroom downstairs on the main level, two and a half bathrooms and an outside shower, with sizable closets, laundry room, storage and pantry spaces. A Charcoal grille is available, beach supplies room, beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, bicycles, plus two picnic tables,, flat screen tv, many games and tons of reading materials for all ages. The Third story cupola enjoys a complete wrap around porch with awe inspiring sound and ocean vistas and a comfortable daybed. This is a birders haven as the pier is on pilings and is a sanctuary for an generous variety of sea loving feathered friends, especially pelicans. The Pier is not repaired or able to be walked on. The Main level has a complete, on all 4 sides of the home, wrap around porch and spectacular sunsets and sunrises with cozy captains chairs, rocking chairs and a picnic table facing the Sea. The Kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook with seating for four plus 6 bar stool seating around the central island counter. There are two Picnic tables and charcoal grille onsite. One picnic table is on the porch and one is on the ground level beside the garage. A bicycle is available and it will probably need to have air pumped in the tires if they have deflated. The Bicycle tire pump is in the storage room with the bicycle, beach toys, chairs and beach umbrellas. The Laundry room is available on the ground level by the carport. Four Delightful bedrooms, with the Master Bedroom and bath is downstairs on the main level. There are ample living areas which invite rest, refreshment, recuperation, fellowship, study, writing, painting and reflection. Wonderful family recreational activities, beaches, swimming, surfing, golf, tennis, pickleball, fishing at the sound, ocean and on the Bogue pier, putt-putt golf, shopping, seafood, gym, Rec Center, cycling, movie theaters and eateries are close by in an simple distance in both directions from the home. Emerald Isle Sea Turtle nesting and watching is another favorite beach activity. Walking, running, sunbathing and fishing on the beach, and at the sound, a water sports facility is a short jaunt away. There is a sidewalk that runs to Indian Beach and all the way into the town of Emerald Isle. The home is Close to both Atlantic Beach and the Town of Emerald Isle. We have a Well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. The home is on the sound side with direct access, a few steps from the home to the Sound for bird, fish jumping and dolphin viewing. Clamming and crabbing in the Sound, behind the home, is fun if you bring your own equipment. There’s swimming, floating, jet skiing, boating, fishing and countless water activities. To access the beach is a short walk across the street, to the right is the public beach access at the 3rd Street Park Public Access with with wheelchair ramp, picnic table and car parking. To the left is the Second Street Public Access walkway to the beach. We appreciate viewing and hearing the ocean from the main porch and 3rd story cupola, both with full wrap around porches. The towns of Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Beaufort and Swansboro are close by. There is also Emerald Path, NC Aquarium, Beaufort, Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Tryon Palace, churches of many denominations, local festivals, complimentary concerts, local produce & farm stalls and much more close by CShore Beach Home, Tranquillity by the Sea. We hope you and your family savor your stay at the pretty CShore beach home.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier 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 Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider Flatwaters Paddling and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Jet skiing and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Summer months are high season in the Beaufort, NC area. Booking your vacation home in the Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines contain offers and deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting the best vacation home in Emerald Isle:

• First and foremost, have your group agree to the best dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. WATERFRONT! Tranquility bytheSea, CShoreBeachHome, Across from Beach onthe Sound has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, NC rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property manager before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what configuration is right for your vacation.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or may be applied to your contract.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• At Check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.