Peaceful 3BR\/2.5BA home, easy walk\/bike to beach - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Unwind and savor fun in the sun at Emerald Isle beaches with the whole family at this comfortable 3BR(plus additional room)/2.5BA bungalow that is just a short 10-12 min. walk to the beach. Located on a peaceful side street of the island, this simply decorated beach vacation rental is great for modest groups who want a peaceful hideaway that is within walking/cycling distance of beaches, eateries, stores and even an ice cream shop.

~ 1600 sq ft of living space across 3 levels. This classic beach bungalow is located on a peaceful street in Emerald Isle. The home has everything you need to appreciate a classic beach vacation. Totally equipped kitchen, full-size washer/dryer, screened porch with T.V., 2 open decks with porch furnishings, gas grille. You will also be within walking or cycling distance to the beach (about 12 mins.), Emerald Woods (sound side park with kayak launch, picnic area, and bathrooms), eateries, and stores.

GROUND LEVEL - Half bath, Second living room that can be used as a 4th bedroom and features a sleeper couch. Enormous laundry room with a treadmill and clothes drying rack, ideal place to store your beach stuff. The garage and golf cart is for owner use only but guests are welcome to use the garage for entry to the ground level. Interior stairs lead up to the kitchen/living area.

FIRST FLOORING - Full kitchen for cooking family meals and a modest pantry. Breakfast bar with two bar stools. Dining room table with four chairs. Open airy living room with plenty of seating and flat-screen TV. Bedroom 1: Master bedroom with a Queen bed, full bathroom (shower only), and huge closet. Screened porch with a flat-screen TV for calming and open deck with seating and gas grille.

SECOND FLOORING - Stairs lead up from the living room. Shared full bathroom (shower/tub). Bedroom 2: Queen bed and private open balcony and a few chairs for relaxing. Bedroom 3: 2 Single beds and a closet with a few modest kiddo toys guests are welcome to use. We just ask that you return them to that room/closet.

OUTSIDE: Enclosed outside shower for rinsing off sandy toes and beach equipment. There is also a Ring security camera on the exterior of the garage facing the driveway and street for guest security.

Access to the home is via the screened porch on the left side of the home, with a lock box hanging to the left of the entry door.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Emerald Isle. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Salty Pirate Water Park 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

Morehead City vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• Reserving a rental home in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• In the Morehead City area, The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Reserving your rental property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 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 issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, property management companies supply Morehead City area visitor guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Morehead City visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the best vacation home in the Morehead City area:

• Select vacation week and budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Peaceful 3BR\/2.5BA home, easy walk\/bike to beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the vacation home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking
• 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or may be applied to your invoice.

More considerations for your visit:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take video of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.