Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

Seas the Day makes it painless to relax and savor the elegant, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least busy beaches in the Southeast. (Readers Digest #1 Beach in NC in 2024)

Stay here and appreciate the entire East side of this handsome duplex all to yourself. Privately relax on one of four decks or spend the evening on our private patio in back. Hop on the included golf cart or take a short walk or bicycle ride to the ocean or the sound. It’s less than a two-min walk down a peaceful street with virtually no traffic to get to the private beach access for the neighborhood. There's no public parking close by, so you don't have to share your beach heaven with hordes. A 2-min walk the other way is the public boat launch for a delightful sunset or fishing spot, and an spectacular playground. If you're looking for a peaceful, comfortable place for your family and friends to enjoy Emerald Isle, you are warmly welcome to stay in our home.

Each of the three upper bedrooms have their own deck and intelligent TVs. Blackout curtains for a good nighttime's rest in each room. Ground level bedroom has twin over full bunk bed, board games, life-size games and a intelligent TV.

TOWELS & LINENS PROVIDED: Bath towels and bed linens are supplied at no charge to our guests.

We supply basic cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials like foil, plastic wrap, basic seasonings, ground coffee, dishwasher detergent and hand soap. We supply toilet paper and paper towels to get your vacation started.

2 Beach umbrella, 8 beach chairs, 4 bicycles and tons of beach toys available to use, so no need to pack or rent those. All you need is your beach towels!!

One Kayak is available for your use (with life jackets). Sound access is across Emerald Drive.


HOME RULES

1. Primary renter through Vacation Rental By Owner must be over 25 AND present during entire stay.
2. NO SMOKING/VAPING. We request that guests do not smoke/vape inside or near the home - we pride ourselves on providing a "smoke-complimentary" environment.
3. We ask you to rinse off in our outdoor shower after any beach time.
4. NO PARTIES/EVENTS
5. We will ask all reservations to confirm the max. number of 11 guests (max of 8 adults)

OFF LIMITS/LOCKED AREAS: Thank you for respecting that the locked owners' closets and cabinets are kept locked and off-limits to guests.

GOLF CART RULES: Please enjoy our golf cart, but follow Emerald Isle's Golf Cart Regulations. IF you get a ticket, we will pass this fee on to you. To drive the golf cart lift the drivers seat up, push the button on the battery in, put seat back, turn on LCD screen on dash by holding power button down for 2 sec, then turn key to on. When finished driving for the day be sure to take key out and turn off battery. When battery is low as indicated on LCD screen, use drop cord to plug it in for charging.

1. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Police will issue a ticket for all riders.

2. No one under the age of 18 may operate the golf car at any time.

3. You CANNOT drive on sidewalks or bicycle paths at any point on the Island. EI police will ticket you and we will not be responsible.

4. At NO time can you drive on the main HWY 58 or COAST GUARD ROAD. You can cross it at any point on the Island.

5. Golf carts must be operated in accordance with all applicable state and local traffic laws and ordinances. All ordinances pertaining to the possession of consumption of alcoholic beverages. If you get a DWI or DUI, our tag will be revoked for one year and you will be subjected to a $500.00 fine.

SECURITY. We have 2 exterior security video cameras facing the driveway and carport that are always on 24/7.

THINGS TO DO:

Seas The Day is located in the private oceanside community of Shell Cove, which is a great area to walk, bicycle or rollerblade. Emerald Isle is bicycle-friendly with bicycle paths along the major roads. (We supply a 4 bicycles and a pump for tires)Bicycle or walk to the Emerald Plant Shopping 2.5 miles away. You can walk comfortably to the pier via the beach (about 2 miles away). Emerald Plant. Shopping, Food Lion or Publix, water park, cinema, shopping, mini-golf, eateries, canoe and kayak units and surf shop are only 2-3 miles away. You'll often find fabulous tidal pools on our beach during low tide. Bring flashlights to look for crabs at nighttime and a pair of binoculars to watch the dolphins or birdwatch. Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 2-mile walk on the beach to right. Surf fishing is trendy especially when the beaches are peaceful. We’ve tried to stock the kitchen with necessary silverware and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. Food/Grocery: Note that the grocery stores are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive.

• Food Lion in the close by Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. (Delivery available through Instacart)

• Publix – next to Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up through Instacart.

• Lowes Foods - A trip across the bridge. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up.

• CVS Pharmacy – just before Emerald Plant.• Walgreens Pharmacy – across the bridge, near the Lowe’s Food

• Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and Sweet Spot Ice Cream - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

• Flip Flops Donuts - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

Local Activities Nearby:

• Mac Daddy's (go-carts, putt putt, bowling & amusements)

• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf

• Salty Pirate water park

• Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Units has units available.

• Emerald Plant. Shopping Center Cinemas. It has 4 screens and usually 6 movies

• Playgrounds close by: Sen. Jean Preston Memorial Park (.3 mile) Blue Heron Park (1.4 mile)

Some of our favorite EI Eateries:

• Caribsea – fine dining

• Kathryn’s Bistro – fine dining

• Village Market

• Fish Hut Grille

• Trading Post

• Snapperz

• Shepard's BBQ

• Gaffers

Pizza places: Saturday nighttime is packed in summer. These places will deliver, best to place your delivery order far in advance!

• Michelangelo’s Pizza and Subs

• Lazzara’s Pizza and Subs

• Circle Pizza and Subs

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. 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 Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips for getting the perfect Emerald Isle rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Havelock area. Book your vacation home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• 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 discount.
• Property management companies frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain coupons for nearby shops and restaurants.

How to select the best rental:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you book the property. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges applied to your agreement.

Have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your .
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your peaceful home. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to inspire future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.