August dates open 2nd row, 2 kitchens, ocean views, private pool & volleyball Ct - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

Savor your vacation and make memories at AFTER DUNE DELIGHT! Second row beach home with Ocean Vistas from both decks, a invigorating Ocean breeze, private pool and volleyball court! Avoid LONG waits getting onto the island June - August by checking in FRIDAY. (Saturday check in’s are allowed for 2024). Home is located off Coast Guard Road so you can avoid ALL the traffic going into Emerald Isle plus it is located at the end of its street, so traffic is minimal.

The 3rd floor has 2 Bedrooms (each with King Size Beds) that open up to the covered deck with gorgeous Beach Vistas. Each bedroom has a bathroom attached. The one bath also has a door that can be accessed by the 3rd floor living room/bunk bed area (Full over Full). There is a door to this room.

The 2nd floor has 2 Bedrooms (one King Size Bed & one Full over Full Bunk Bed), one bath, laundry closet, and an open Living Room, Dining Room and Kitchen. The 2nd story has a very deep deck with great Ocean Vistas has a picnic table, swinging bench and is accessed via the LR and DR.

The 1st floor (ground floor) has an additional room (one Queen Bed & a twin over twin bunk bed), and a open setting with a Kitchen, Dining Room and Living Room with a FOOSBALL TABLE. The LR and DR open up to a cement patio underneath the decks with a BEAN BAG TOSS & access to the Pool & Volleyball Court.

Child friendly, Minimum age 24. Please No Family Animals, No Smoking INSIDE, No weddings, bachelorette/bachelor events, prom events or spring break events without parent chaperones who stay the entire time. March and April, manager will meet guests with home keys and if it's a high school group with chaperones we may check back.

Beds: (3) King + (1) Queen + (2) Full over Full bunk beds + (1) Twin over twin bunk bed.
Baths (4)

Practical extras include complimentary WiFi/internet, cable, TVs in all Bedrooms & all 3 Living Rooms (50 inches), one completely outfitted kitchen, charcoal grille, 2 outside showers (one enclosed, one not enclosed), ample deck furnishings for outdoor living & impressive ocean vistas.

After Dune Delight rents weekly Friday or Saturday check in but Friday helps you avoid bridge traffic! Flexible arrival/departure days during the Winter, Spring, and Fall.

Island Essentials provides bedroom, kitchen and bathroom linens. We also provide bathroom and kitchen hand soap, dishwasher soap, laundry soap, fabric softener, basic spices, 2 toilet paper rolls per bathroom & a paper towels roll in each kitchen. Linens are delivered the morning you arrive and are taken away the day you leave. Smoking is not allowed inside the home and we are NOT pet friendly. We do follow the regulations for service & emotional support animals. Our linen and maid service are honored to do exceptional work for you. Please repay them with the same kindness and leave the home in a manner in which you would leave your home.

Telephone Island Essentials (252-354-8887) if you need beach chairs and umbrellas. Please bring your own beach gear including towels!

FUN THINGS TO DO ON THE ISLAND (COMPLIMENTARY & RENTALS):

• Swimming & Playing in the Ocean, Shelling, Boating, Kayaking, Kite-boarding, Paddle-boarding, Wind surfing, Surfing, Jet-skiing
Fishing, Clamming, Bicycling/Jogging/Walking (Miles of Bicycle Paths), putt-putt, water park, movie theater.

• NC Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores (middle of the island, approx.15 mins. away)

• Fine Dining, Ice Cream & Candy Stores, Coffee Stores, gift stores, nail salons, etc.

FUN THINGS TO DO OFF THE ISLAND Site Seeing / Day-Trips on & off the Crystal Coast

• Historic Beaufort (45 mins. away) NC’s 3rd Oldest Town, Waterfront Gift-shopping, NC Maritime Museum, kayak trips over to the Island full of wild Ponies. Blackbeard's home. 1700's Cemetery with a few Revolutionary War Soldiers laid to rest in it.

• Cape Lookout Lighthouse (45 min. car ride, then a boat ride over to the Island). Take your bathing suit and gear!

• Shackleford Banks – Wild Spanish Horses

• Cedar Point - Two Outside Markets with food and homemade crafted vendor items!

• Historic Swansboro - food, stores, and a park.

• Hammocks Beach State Park - Day Trips to the undeveloped barrier Island

• Fort Macon – Historic Civil War Fort

• Fishing Trips (Swansboro, Cedar Point, MHC, Beaufort, Island)

• Theodore Roosevelt National Maritime Forest

Our MAIN DESIRE is that you have LOTS of fun, decompress from the hustle and bustle, make excellent memories & please BE SAFE! Please read the following on the Emerald Isle website regarding RIP CURRENTS.

* One owner is NC licensed real estate agent.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Emerald Isle rental experience:

Getting the best rental value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in Emerald Isle. To get the most suitable rental within budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Morehead City area visitors guides which often include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Morehead City area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best rental:

• First, have your group commit to the best dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. August dates open 2nd row, 2 kitchens, ocean views, private pool & volleyball Ct has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before reserving the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs could be applied to your contract.
• If there's a specific Morehead City destination you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect your property!
• To make sure that damages aren't linked to your stay, note any problem areas during arrival. E-mail the host immediately to relay any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.