25% off for 2-week stay in Jan-April. House is the perfect home away from home! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 18
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3100 square feet

5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath Ocean View in Emerald Isle! Private gated community with access to beach only steps away (or golf cart for lugging chairs & stuff). House features handsome new navy West Elm couches in main living area w/ new chambray chairs, new floors, 2 new showers. You have plenty of room to spread out as home sits up on hill with private backyard, 2 decks, and great layout for families (2 bedrooms on top floor, 2 bedrooms on main floor, and 1 bedroom/additional LR on bottom floor)

Conveniences: 2 desks in Master BR and Lower LR w/ printer & fast Wifi for teleworking. Just bring your clothes- Shibumi tent and round tents, beach chairs, 6 bicycles, bocci ball set, golf cart, sand toys - everything you need for a family vacation! New crib, bassinet, infant tub, white noise machine, 2 high-chairs, pack-n-play, and MamaRoo Swing. Great private back yard for fast trips outside with doggies and kiddos. Beaches are not busy. Watch the dolphins in late afternoon swimming in ocean! Weather in Fall, Spring are extraordinary with 60s-80s temps. Winter is mild as well and ideal time for dolphin watching.

Open concept living (2 couches + 2 chairs)/ dining (11- ft table) seats 8-12. Additional Teak table on upper deck is ideal for dinner with Oceanview. House has 2 living rooms (1st & 2nd floor main), garage for beach storage, outdoor shower behind laundry room, additional frig in laundry. Kitchen is well-equipped (always have great feedback on kitchen) with all of the essentials…new Pottery Barn dishes, Keurig & Reg coffee pot, new Dutch oven and stock pot, gas grille, new crockpot, pots/pans.

Play tennis and pickle ball at private courts - 1st come 1st serve (2 tennis court locations, 1 tennis/pickle ball). Laundry room w/ full washer and dryer - use our beach towels so you can pack less.

Recently remodeled kitchen with butcher block peninsula and white quartz counter tops. Renovated baths with impressive white quartz counters. Home has generous parking to accommodate 3 cars in main drive, with 4 additional in lower drive. (7 total). We have a great golf cart for your use to make trips to the beach , pool , or tennis courts more efficient. House is only 4 homes away from nearest access point. Quiet and peaceful family neighborhood! Security patrols regularly. Great eateries close by for takeout (we'll leave you a list). Pine Knoll Shores Aqaurium- 20 min, Emerald Isle park (maybe 1 mile) for hiking, runners, and paddle boarding.

Linens: We order towels and linens for your stay. We also offer our beach towels as a convenience - just wash beach towels and return to laundry room. If you prefer to bring your own linens and towels, we can deduct fee upon request.

HOA requires 2 week minimum.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Finding the best Havelock rental home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• To book the most suitable rental home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Havelock attractions and restaurants.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock area magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Selecting the best rental home:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. 25% off for 2-week stay in Jan-April. House is the perfect home away from home! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before you reserve the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what is right for your trip.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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 rental agreement! Pet fees or could be applied to your invoice.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many issues.
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your visit, record any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the rental manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great reviews to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.