Beautiful Views of Ocean- BEACHFRONT- Large Family House- WEST - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Come and stay at West Islandia! Striking half of an OCEANFRONT duplex with tons of good family space and handsome vistas. Our property features private a boardwalk to the ocean, an outdoor shower, an outdoor grille, a entirely functioning kitchen and our very own Crow's Nest on the top floor with sweeping vistas of the coast!

Managed by Bluewater Units, a local Emerald Isle company.

Ground level: entryway only
Floor 1: 3 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms (K or Q beds); lower balcony
Floor 2: kitchen/living space + 1 bedroom/bathroom (K bed); upper balcony
Floor 3: Extra sleeping space (4 twin beds, TV, couch); sweeping ocean vistas


We are happy to host you on the West side of our ocean front duplex. Renting this side accepts access to four bedrooms (king or queen bed in each), four bathrooms all with tub/shower combos, and a top floor media room that has additional twin beds (4 total). The top floor room, which we call the Crow’s Nest, has a huge TV, movie style seating, four trundle twin beds and FANTASTIC sweeping vistas of the coast. There are two decks, upper and lower. If you’re looking for tons of sun, vistas, and some tanning potential, the upper deck is your spot! The lower deck is for the low key vacationer, it is shady and peaceful.

Please note: there are tons of stairs in this home, the entryway landing is on the ground floor, first set of bedrooms on the second, the kitchen and dining on the third, and lastly the Crow’s Nest is up on the fourth level.

There is broadband Wi-Fi throughout the home.


For the whole family, there are many other services and activities within simple walking distance: Bogue Inlet Pier, the Food Lion and Publix grocery stores, the ABC store, a coffee shop, a hardware store with fishing supplies and beach equipment, eateries, a movie theater, surf stores, and many specialty stores. Extensive paved bicycle/walk paths make exploring more distant stores, services and scenery a breeze. Other adventures await you a short drive away: boat & kayak units, charter fishing, historic Swansboro and Beaufort, the NC Aquarium, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum, Cedar Point Park, Hammocks Beach State Park, Fort Macon State Park, cruises to Cape Lookout and dolphin-watch cruises. And don't forget the outstanding walk along the beach to Bogue Inlet at the western end of the island.

There is Absolutely No Smoking in the House!


Keywords: Oceanfront, Duplex, Wi-Fi, Big-Screen TV, Modest, Crate-Trained Dogs with Fee and Permission, Pet Friendly, Beachfront, Kid Friendly, Child Friendly, Walk or Bicycle to Stores, Surf Fishing, Bogue Inlet, Fishing Pier, Rents Mostly Sunday-to-Sunday

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect Emerald Isle rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months 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.
• Summer months are high season in the Morehead City area. To find the largest rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite Morehead City restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• 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 vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides have deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Choosing the best rental in Emerald Isle:

• Select your vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Beautiful Views of Ocean- BEACHFRONT- Large Family House- WEST has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Morehead City rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available online. If not, contact the property owner before you book your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

More considerations:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a great vacation? Most rental management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.