Waterfront Home with Dock - Short walk to Ocean - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

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

Cavernous waterfront home accommodating up to 12 guests. Features a boat dock and is just 2 blocks from the pristine white sandy shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Two separate units offered together that are ideal for families or friends.

The space:

Our enormous sound front home features two separate living spaces. *The two levels are not accessed by an interior staircase.

Main Level (upstairs) features:

Sleeps 12
3 Bedrooms
2 Baths
K, Q, Q, Q
Living Area
Dining Area
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
Keurig and Full Pot Coffee Makers
Primary suite with sitting room and reading nook
Linens included
Central Air Conditioning

Lower Level features:

2 Bedrooms
1 Bath with shower (no bathtub)
Q, Q
Living Area
Kitchenette (no stove or dishwasher)
Keurig and Full Pot Coffee Makers
Linens supplied
Washer and Dryer
Window unit AC (replacing with mini-splits in Summer 2024)

Beach Gear
Dock with room for a boat
Parking for multiple cars

Bogue Sound is a tidal body of water. At low tide there is less than a few feet of water at the end of the dock. Guests must bring their own dock lines and bumpers. Due to the tidal nature of the sound, we cannot guarantee there is enough water to accommodate your boat.

We follow our cancellation procedures and do not issue refunds outside of policy. We strongly recommend travel insurance. You will receive information on how to purchase travel insurance after booking.

A valid photo ID and signed vacation rental agreement is required to complete booking.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Country Club of the Crystal Coast are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot 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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Emerald Isle rental booking tips and tricks:

Get the most from your spending budget:

• Summer time is high season in Emerald Isle. Reserve your rental in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Morehead City vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of 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 stories, travel guide magazines contain offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Finding the best vacation home in Emerald Isle:

• First, have your group decide on trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Waterfront Home with Dock - Short walk to Ocean has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible online. Otherwise, email or call the property owner before reserving your rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's a certain Morehead City attraction you are crazy about, look for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Traveling with pets? 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. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs might be applied to your contract.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at departure. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.