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 painless 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 savor beach life. There is plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment. The porch wraps around most of the home providing impressive 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 giant, private outdoor shower with a dry area for dressing.

The inside is extraordinary with plenty of windows to catch the vistas in every room! The front of the home has glass sliders that offer amazing beach vistas! On the main floor the bungalow has a comfortable family room, enormous kitchen with a humongous 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 impressive 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 T.V.,
- desk for those that have to work,
- a wet bar with modest refrigerator/microwave/coffee maker,
- plenty of storage,
- king bed
- huge full bath with washer and dryer (shower only)
- Porta Crib and infant tub available upon request

This bungalow was freshly modernized with the goal to keep the bungalow feel while providing all the amenities for modern living - handsomely decorated and completely functional!
- very good wi-fi, intelligent tv's, plenty of places to recharge those gadgets
- Entirely supplied 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 gorgeous and you can appreciate both from the beach, sound or from the sizable 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)

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect Emerald Isle vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The earlier your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Booking your Beaufort, NC vacation rental in Fall or Spring is a great way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to select the best vacation rental:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Beautiful cottage w\/ocean views - steps away from the beach! Dog Friendly! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property management company before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Do your family pets travel with you? 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 property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or applied to your contract.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• During check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors bothering your home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to inspire more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.