Carolina House - Steps to Beach, Fantastic Location! Walk to All Attractions - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2200 square feet

Updates finished this winter: 1) new deck with gate 2) new drywall and ceilings throughout (bedrooms have paneling) 3) new lighting 4) four new king beds & two new queen-over-queen bunk beds 5) new kitchen 6) new living room TV's 7) new barstools. Duplex connects through inner door. 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 2 dining rooms, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Parking for 6 cars! Beach chairs, beach towel, beach wagon & umbrella supplied. Amazing location so you never have to drive. Grocery store, putt putt golf, water park, movies - all a short walk down the road. Linens and towels are supplied.

Dogs allowed, $400 pet fee per stay. No dogs on beds - put dog couch covers on couch. Dog hair on furnishings or beds incurs an additional fee from cleaning company and will be charged to guest. Amount TBD depending on extent.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. 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

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the best Emerald Isle rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer months are high season in Emerald Isle. Reserve your Beaufort, NC vacation home in Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain discounts for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning, selecting, and booking the best Beaufort, NC rental:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and choose a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Carolina House - Steps to Beach, Fantastic Location! Walk to All Attractions has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before reserving the property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your group.
• Traveling with pets? 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! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a particular Beaufort, NC attraction you are crazy about, search for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.