Buoy Oh Buoy! Cheerful family beach cottage just a block from the Ocean & Sound! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1350 square feet

Escape your everyday stressors and relax at our cheerful beach bungalow, Buoy Oh Buoy!

Located in the peaceful heart of the Crystal Coast, you won't have to compete for the ideal beach spot. Appreciate the best of both worlds only one block from either the Atlantic Ocean or the Bogue Sound. A variety of eateries and local attractions are just a short drive away. Vacation just moments from the very best Emerald Isle and the gorgeous oceanside towns of Beaufort and Morehead City have to offer!

Buoy Oh Buoy is outfitted with everything (everything!) you will need for a ideal beach hideaway - chairs, umbrella and Shibumi sunshade, beach towels, a beach cart, coolers, and even a commercial ice maker! There are two kayaks for an adventurous day on Bogue Sound. If you prefer to be active on land, Buoy Oh Buoy is located on Emerald Isle’s, safe, well-maintained running/walking/cycling path, near Mile Marker 13.5.

After fun in the sun, Buoy Oh Buoy has a hot-water outdoor shower to rinse off. There are two hammocks under the home where you can relax with a great book. The deck offers a gas firepit and a hammock porch swing—ideal places to continue reconnecting with your adored ones.

Inside, the kitchen is meticulously equipped to turn your groceries into marvelous meals. No need to worry about hauling anything to the beach—the kitchen has a enormous refrigerator with ice maker, high quality cookware and cutlery, loads of chef’s tools, an enameled dutch oven, bakeware, and a slew of modest electrics, including Kitchen Aid stand mixer, Breville ice cream maker, slow cooker, panini press, food processor, Nespresso Pixie espresso machine and Keurig coffee maker. The outdoor gas grille accepts you to serve up summer anytime of the year. There's plenty of dishes, glasses, and silverware. Afterwards, don’t waste precious vacation time scrubbing; let the dishwasher do the work!

The primary suite is located on the top floor with a queen bed, sizable walk-in closet, full bathroom, and a private balcony with seating for two. On the main floor there are two additional bedrooms, each with a queen bed and closet space to unpack. The main floor bedrooms share a full bath, which also homes the huge capacity Maytag washer and dryer. All beds include premium beds, comfortable high thread-count linens, and additional pillows. High quality bath and kitchen towels are also included.

On rainy days, gather in the living room and savor a movie from our beach-themed DVD collection or stream your favorites on AppleTV with Netflix, Hulu, HBOMax, Disney Plus, or Peacock. A collection of board games, card games, and puzzles are also supplied. High speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the bungalow, and Apple HomePods makes high-quality music streaming a breeze. We also provide a guide for close by destinations to discover while you are staying with us.

We hope you appreciate your time at Buoy Oh Buoy and appreciate your time on the Crystal Coast as much as we always do!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is near the beach. Flatwaters Paddling and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Emerald Plantation. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Emerald Isle vacation property experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a rental home:

• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Reserve your vacation home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to choose the best vacation rental in the Havelock area:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Buoy Oh Buoy! Cheerful family beach cottage just a block from the Ocean & Sound! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Suitable accessibility amenities 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. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• Note any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your peace. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.