Barbara's Dream - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Make Barbara's Dream your home base for your next group beach vacation in splendid Emerald Isle! Just a five-min. walk from the beach, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with an attached sunroom can comfortably sleep 10. When the sun sets, savor watching a movie on one of the 5 T.V.s, play ping-pong, cornhole, darts, and a variety of other available games. The two-car garage includes a full-size washer and dryer for your use.

The space:

The bottom floor of the home is completely wheelchair accessible. The downstairs includes a queen-sized primary bedroom, primary bathroom with huge shower, entirely equipped kitchen, dining table, enormous sectional couch, and attached sunroom with pull-out queen bed. Head upstairs for two additional bedrooms- one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds and one full-size bed. The two upstairs bedrooms share a bathroom with bathtub and shower. There is an outdoor shower located outside of the sunroom for your post-beach convenience. A two-car garage contains a full-size washer and dryer and refrigerator/freezer. There is a ping-pong table, cornhole boards, a dart board, a sizable Jenga game, and other games available to play. Each bedroom includes a T.V. with Apple TV and other intelligent TV capabilities. Get your work done on your trip with super-fast WiFi.

Guest access:

Guests have access to the entire space except for three locked storage closets. Appreciate your stay!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Cashless transactions are available

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in Emerald Isle. To find the best value, consider shifting your family's Beaufort, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies frequently offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

How to choose and book the perfect Beaufort, NC vacation home:

• Select your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. Barbara's Dream has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, NC rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

During your stay:

• Add the owner's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. Call the rental manager right away to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on good reviews to propel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.