“A Swell Life” 3 Bed\/3 Bath, Oceanfront Condo, Unit 1105 Queens Court - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1588 square feet

Wake up to oceanfront sunrises and dine to oceanfront sunsets! “A Swell Life” is ideal for a family looking to make forever memories or friends looking to reunite for some time at the beach. This unit is in the gated community of Queens Court. It is a three bedroom, three full bath condo with a roomy open floor plan, sizable kitchen with granite countertops, soft close cabinets and upsized breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, a dining table for eight, expansive vistas, enormous covered deck with porch swing, high top table and chairs, and comfortable sitting area, just steps from the beach. Master bedroom has a king bed, master en-suite with walk-in shower, and access to the deck through a huge sliding door. The second bedroom has a queen bed and full bath with walk in shower. The third bedroom/office/conversation room has a queen sized Murphy bed and a view of the beach and ocean (this room is divided with an accordion door from the dining room). The third full bathroom has tub/shower combo. The living room has a pullout couch as well. Full size washer and dryer, cable and Wi-Fi are supplied. Unit has filtered water/ice in the refrigerator. “A Swell Life” is on the first floor located above carports and storage so you can see beach over the dunes. There is an elevator for your convenience. Emerald Isle is roughly 45 mins. from Jacksonville NC airport and New Bern NC airports. Larger airports would be Wilmington NC under 2 hours away and Raleigh/Durham roughly 3 hours away. Close to family attractions or sit on the huge deck and take in the glorious view. Queens Court has a pool, gazebo, tennis court, corn hole, pickle ball, basketball court, and putting green for guest use. There is a picnic area with grilles and tables located by the pool for guest use. There is a ramp walkway to the beach with bench seating and outdoor showers.

OTHER NOTES:
-Pool and activity court hours are open 9:00am-9:00pm (Open May 15-October 15 usually)
-The dumpsters and recycling are located behind the activity/pool area (Please do not throw household garbage in trash by picnic area or gazebo
-We provide some chairs, body boards, and a few other items for ocean/activity area use
-For seating at activity area you will need to use included folding chairs or bring your own
-Pest treatment is supplied on the 3rd Thursday for the months of February, April, June, August, October, December. You do not need to be present for them and treatment will only take roughly 5 min.
-No trailers/golf carts are allowed per HOA
-Parking passes must be displayed by renters in the window of their cars
-No smoking in unit or on deck of the condo
-No towels, clothes, etc. can be hung off the balcony of the deck
-We are not responsible for items left behind
-We will provide linens and towels for the unit, however, you will need to provide beach towels
-We have corn hole bags in unit for your enjoyment in the activity area, however, you will need to bring other sports equipment that you would like to use for the other activities
-One roll of paper towels, some toilet paper in each bathroom will be included, after that you will need to supply
-No family pets are allowed by guests
-Items are not be stored on front walkway area, please use your car or back porch to store items

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this condo is on the beach. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Isle Adventures 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

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect Emerald Isle rental experience:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. To get the best value, try changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, NC area travel guides which often include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning, picking, and booking a perfect Beaufort, NC vacation home:

• To start, have your family agree to dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. “A Swell Life” 3 Bed\/3 Bath, Oceanfront Condo, Unit 1105 Queens Court has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the host before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Some properties allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.
• If there's a certain Beaufort, NC beach you crave, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

During your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your stay, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. text the rental manager immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.