Carolina Dune-Oceanfront Delight! Family & Pet Friendly, Amazing ocean views! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 8 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2336 square feet

Carolina Dune is an Oceanfront Delight with its elegantly decorated interior, fun spiral staircase, and roomy decks overlooking the spectacular Crystal Coast.
Carolina Dune features 8 BR, 4 BA, 2 separate kitchens, 2 laundry rooms underneath the front deck, and a private walkway to the beach. There is even a mid-dune deck, on the beach walkway, with seating to savor a closer look at the waves! The Duplex style bungalow has a door that whole home units leave open, for complimentary-flowing movement between the 2 sides. The whole home rental sleeps 16, and Family Animals are Welcome!
For smaller families, the home can also be rented as a 1/2 duplex, with 4 BR/2 BA per side. For 1/2 duplex units, the midway door is kept locked and secured. Vacation Rental By Owner # East 3856917, Vacation Rental By Owner # West 3856919.

Each side features a comfortable living room with 1 couch, 2 chairs, a Intelligent TV, a dining table seating 4 and 4 stools at the counter, kitchen with stove, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and a Keurig coffee pot/regular brew coffee pot combo. On the 1st floor, each side has a King bedroom, and a bunk bed room with bottom bunk as a Double, and top bunk as a Twin. There is also a 1st floor bathroom with a tub/shower combo and a single vanity. Appreciate the huge deck, with a shaded picnic table for outside dining, or sit on the tall chairs for an fantastic ocean view with your morning coffee or beverage in the evening. At nighttime, or on a lazy rainy day, kiddos can watch a cartoon movie in one living room, and the grown ups can watch their own adult movie on the other side!
Up that fun spiral staircase, each side has 2 Queen bedrooms, each with a separate balcony deck access door. There is also a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo and pedestal sink.
All bedrooms have a flat screen TV for calming in bed after a long day at the beach. Other amenities include high-speed internet, outside shower off area on the beach walkway, a slow cooker, and a well-outfitted kitchen for all your cooking needs!

There is plenty of parking in the long, wide driveway.
Pet Friendly! Dogs only, no more than 2 per stay. Pet fee is per pet. Please add the 35.00 per nighttime pet fee at time of booking, or let the Property Manager know so she can add it. Property Manager will need to add a 2nd pet fee, so please let her know after booking.
Guests must be at least 25 years old to book this unit.
Smoking is not allowed.
Linens and bath towels are included with this rental. Please bring your own beach towels, beach equipment, and chairs. Beach umbrellas, beach chairs, and infant items may be rented locally if needed-ask the property manager for info after booking so you can get them reserved now.
Check in AFTER 4 pm, check out BEFORE 10 am.
Sunday-Sunday units only during the prime summer season, (6/2/2024-9/1/ 2024). Off season days and minimum stays are flexible!
All At Waves Edge guests pay a 55.00 damage protection fee at time of booking. This covers you up to 1500.00, only if guests REPORT the DAMAGES BEFORE CHECK OUT to the property manager.

Check out these attractions close by: Emerald Plantation for shopping. Flatwaters Paddling, Emerald Isle Adventures, The Salty Pirate Waterslide, The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, or Fort Macon State Park, one of the best preserved Forts in the United States. Stop at Bogue Inlet fishing Pier, and catch a few for supper! Take a day trip to Hammocks Beach State Park-by ferry. Savor simple walking forest trails, and visit the little museum. See Bear Island as well! Don't forget a day adventure to Beaufort by the Sea. Quaint, history filled town you won't want to miss, including the Maritime Museum and Old Burying Grounds Cemetery. For a nice hike, visit Emerald Isle Woods Park. For dinner, try everybody's favorite, Rucker John's! Surf's Up Grille, The Trading Post, Flipperz, The Village Market, Fish Hut Grille, or pizza at Michaleangelo's are great places to eat as well. Grab a cool treat at The Sweet Spot, Ben & Jerry's, or DQ. Then event the nighttime away at The Emerald Club, The Growler Bar, or Kathryn's Bistro & Martini Bar.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the very best vacation property experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are high season in Emerald Isle. Booking your vacation home in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Morehead City area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Morehead City visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Choosing the best rental home in Emerald Isle:

• Start by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Carolina Dune-Oceanfront Delight! Family & Pet Friendly, Amazing ocean views! has 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often accessible online. If not, call the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what is suitable for your vacation.
• If there's an individual Morehead City attraction you simply love, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your phone.
• Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to inspire future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.