Retrouvaille = Oceanfront Beauty! Single Family Home on NC Southern Outer Banks. - Vacation rental home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3700 square feet

RETROUVAILLE (pronounced "retro-vie")

5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom, oceanfront, single family home, family setting, Southern Outer Banks, town of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina 28512

Steps from Atlantic Ocean, 1/2 mile from Crystal Coast Country Club, 2 miles from NC Aquarium, 7 miles from historic Fort Macon, near Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

The Ideal Tele-Work and Home Schooling Getaway Venue, while Enjoying a Beach Vacation with the entire Family!

Panoramic, beachfront vistas of the Atlantic Ocean.

Take in natural beauty and wildlife from wild horses to dolphins and hatching sea turtles

Min Required Stay:
4 Nights 1 June - 31 December 2024
5 Nights 1 Jan - 26 Apr 2025
7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 27 Apr - 6 Sep 2025
5 Nights 7 Sep 2025 - 25 Apr 2026

Linens and bath & kitchen towels included with beds made.

Please bring your own beach towels.

No Smoking.

No Animals.

Street access for skateboarding; bicycle lane along entire island.

Access to 6 private Bogue Sound parks (links below); natural forest, charcoal grilles, picnic tables, playground, swings, basketball court.

Boat/Kayak/Canoe launching access, fishing piers: Day use only.
Car decal & gate card for parks supplied in the Guest Book.
https://www.piksco.com/eat
https://www.pineknollassociation.com/parks-marinas

New for 2024:
New Whole House De-Humidification System
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
New Siding Freshly Painted Exterior
Professionally Landscaped

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY:
Elevator:1 stepup from ground level;on Main level Carolina porch 1 stepup to living area
Ramps in place make steps and entire home wheelchair accessible. Wide sliding glass doors onto additional wide deck; wide hallways and room entrances.

EXTERIOR:

Carport plus 4-car parking area
Two beach-view hammocks
Outdoor, huge private shower with hot water

INTERIOR:

High Speed wireless internet with whole-home mesh router WiFi access.
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
Elevator
Floor planking in ground floor bedrooms, all bathrooms, stairs
Wood floor: upper level
Marble countertops: all bathrooms
Kitchen: Granite countertops; expanded island with counter-height seating
Solar Blackout Curtains in the two Master Bedrooms and Living Room
Ceiling Fans throughout

MAIN LEVEL:

Living Area: 60" Sony 3D Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; 3D Blu-Ray player; new furnishings; Queen sleeper-couch; authentic WWII Liberty ship hatch-cover coffee table, end tables. Propane gas fireplace. Access to beachfront deck that spans entire length of home with captain's chairs, rockers, glider & Beach Royalty Hammock

Kitchen: adjoins living area; sizable open dining area seats 10, plus huge maple, butcher block island with 4 counter-height chairs. Appliances include both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig.

Carolina Porch: elegant overlook of natural, Pine Knoll Shores vegetation; settee and additional enormous multi-purpose table, seats 10, for games, handicrafts, banquets, etc.

Master Bedroom #1: Access to beachfront deck spanning entire length of home, entirely furnished. King-sized bed; cool Tempurpedic, Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; private bathroom and shower with grab bars and handles. Solar black-out curtains.

Bedroom #2 and #3: Queen sized beds; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream beds; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV's; ROKU installed on TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; hall bathroom.

GROUND LEVEL:

Downstairs Master Bedroom (#4): King sized bed; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom; sliding door access to outdoor patio with bench, large picnic table, ocean/beach view, and 3 steps up to boardwalk landing, then 5 steps down to board walkway to beach side deck.

Bedroom #5 or Multi-Media/Game Room: Direct access to outdoor patio and private bathroom. 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV, ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; and Blu-Ray player; Big Joe seating and Big Kids comfortable swivel chairs; Ping-Pong table. Bunk Bed: Twin size over full sized bed with additional full-sized trundle.

AMENITIES:

Extensive gas grille stored in carport; to be used under front awning.

Private, lower deck landing with benches directly off beach, outdoor shower, & a platform for cleaning fish. (Yes, this Is the Fishing Mecca of the East Coast!).

Superior linens system featured in all bedrooms.

Ceiling fans throughout

Propane gas fireplace

Numerous bags stands

Central de-humidification system

Culligan Medallist Water Softener System

Culligan Aqua-Cleer Advanced (Reverse Osmosis) filtered drinking water system at kitchen sink, and producing crystal clear pure ice cubes (connected to Fridge door ice maker)

Infant/Child Conveniences:

Infant crib (bring your own sheets)
High chair
Child size Little Joe and Big Joe chairs.

Business Features:
Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Wireless
Excellent mesh router WiFi access throughout home
Attractive Cozy Desk in Upstairs Master Bedroom #1 (what a view!)

Entertainment Features:
6 Big Screen TVs (HDTV), ROKU installed on all TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; 2 Blu-Ray Players

Community Features:
Picnic table area, community docks and community pier access,basketball court access

Distinctive Features:
Linens supplied; beds made up (weekly stays)
Private walkway access to beach
36" x 48" elevator
covered outdoor porch/deck
covered patio
refrigerator/freezer on both floors.
main floor washer/dryer
dune-top deck
deck furnishings
iron and ironing board

Recreational Features:
Rec / Game Room
Ping Pong Table
Card / Poker Table
Fish Cleaning Station

PREMIUM VENUE FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS:
Seated dining for 24. 10 at Dining Room table, 4 at Enormous Kitchen butcher block island, and 10 at adjacent Carolina Porch table.
Great for hosting weddings, family reunion & your traditional holiday gathering!

Crystal Coast Beaches Are Handsome in the Spring and Fall!

Fall - Spring Promotion! 50% Discount on Monthly Units (28 nights or more)

Who says beach season ends Labor Day? Beach destinations experience less tourist volume, even as temperatures stay balmy.

So hit the beach this Fall, prime surf, pier & inshore fishing season!

CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL: Behind Door in lower hallway landing near bottom of stairs

About the Area

Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the best Beaufort, NC rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Beaufort, NC area, The sooner your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, NC area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Filter your search:

• To start, have your group agree to date ranges and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Retrouvaille = Oceanfront Beauty! Single Family Home on NC Southern Outer Banks. has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. If they are not listed, contact the property owner before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a specific Beaufort, NC destination you are enamored with, browse properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let thieves spoil your family vacation.
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to stimulate new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.