Beautiful cottage w/ocean views - steps away from the beach! Dog Friendly! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

This beach bungalow is magical and in the ideal location - beach living at its best and dog friendly. The primary living space is on the second floor but their is additional living and entertaining space on the ground floor with separate access to make this bungalow the ideal vacation rental.

Close to both downtown Emerald Isle and 20 mins. from Atlantic Beach/Morehead City this location home is central to all of the Crystal Coast. There is also close by is a boat ramp that is simple to access. There is plenty of parking on the back side of the home.

The amenities at this bungalow are terrific - all you need and more to appreciate beach life. There is plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment. The porch wraps around most of the home providing handsome beach and sound vistas! The front porch faces the ocean and has outdoor seating. The side porch features loungers for the sun lovers and the back porch has the sound view and a great screened in porch with a TV, a ideal place for reading or naps! Downstairs there is additional outdoor seating and a fenced in yard for kids and dogs! There is also a humongous, private outdoor shower with a dry area for dressing.

The inside is gorgeous with plenty of windows to catch the vistas in every room! The front of the home has glass sliders that offer extraordinary beach vistas! On the main floor the bungalow has a comfortable family room, enormous kitchen with a giant island central to socializing over meals. There is also a table that seats 4 and two pantries with plenty of room for storage.

There are three bedrooms on the main floor as well. The front bedroom has a queen bed and has glass sliders that open up to the front deck providing striking vistas. The middle guest room (Turtle Room) has a queen bed with plenty of storage. The master bedroom is upsized with a king bed, plenty of closets and an amazing view of the sound! There is a full bathroom on the
main floor.

The first floor has access from both the front and back of the home and is another terrific space for entertaining. This living area is really an additional suite that includes:
- a sitting area with huge TV,
- desk for those that have to work,
- a wet bar with modest refrigerator/microwave/coffee maker,
- plenty of storage,
- king bed
- sizable full bath with washer and dryer (shower only)
- Porta Crib and infant tub available upon request

This bungalow was newly refreshed with the goal to keep the bungalow feel while providing all the amenities for modern living - gorgeously decorated and completely functional!
- very good wi-fi, intelligent tv's, plenty of places to recharge those gadgets
- Totally outfitted kitchen for those that like to prepare and all necessary appliances including a separate ice maker, air fryer, crockpot, dual carafe/pod coffeemaker, etc
- Plenty of dressers and closets for storage
- Beach chairs and beach towels
- Beach wagon, cooler
- Charcoal grille

The bungalow has great vistas but even better both the beach and sound are steps away! There are two beach access points right across the street in the front and sound access across the street in the back! The sunrise and sunsets are simply spectacular and you can savor both from the beach, sound or from the huge porch!

Close by attractions:
Tons of local shopping and eateries, side walks that are great for walking/riding bicycles, Bogue Pier, historical Swansboro, mini golf and water park, NC Aquarium, Fort Macon, numerous local golf courses, Morehead City - home of Big Rock and historic downtown Beaufort are just a few local attractions mins. away!

This venue accommodates both long and short term units throughout the year. Make sure you make your reservations now as this bungalow will get booked for the season quickly.

Garage is not available for guest use and non-returnable pet fee does apply.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider Flatwaters Paddling and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. 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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Finding the best Emerald Isle vacation property experience:

When to visit Emerald Isle & When to book:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in Emerald Isle. Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, NC area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Make a plan and pick the perfectrental:

• Start by selecting your a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Beautiful cottage w/ocean views - steps away from the beach! Dog Friendly! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is generally accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property manager before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine what is optimal for your group.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or may be applied to your contract.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

During your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of issues.
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected everything. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.