Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1120 square feet

Shell Cottage is a 4-Bedroom 2-Bath Almost Oceanfront Home located in gorgeous Emerald Isle. Expansive ocean vistas, only steps to the beach. Soothing sea-glass color scheme invites total relaxation. Melt your cares away in the 6 person hot tub under the stars or savor the ocean breezes in a rockers on the wrap-around deck. Let the unwinding begin at Shell Cottage. High Speed Wireless Internet is supplied!

Ground Level: Concrete driveway underneath home for boat parking. Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower.

Level One: Oceanfront Living Area has Deck Access & a 50" HD Flat Panel Roku Equipped Television with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a 32" HD Intelligent TV with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #4 has a twin over double bunk set and 24" HD TV with DVR Recording, HBO, and STARZ.

Conveniences include: 3 HD Flat Screen TVs (including a 50" HD Flat Panel Intelligent Television) Each TV includes DVR recording capabilities and various streaming services such as Starz, HBO, Showtime, and Netflix. 2 BluRay DVD Players, Book Library, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, infant gates, an Open Deck with Furnishings, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower, Central Heat & Air, Ceiling Fans throughout, and Ample Parking. A gas grille is available for guest use.

Please note: Check-In is at 4:00pm - No Exceptions.

No Smoking. Animals Accepted No Pet Fee (2 DOGS MAX, NO EXCEPTIONS)

Linens and towels supplied with beds made (weekly stays only).

Rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Please Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. 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 looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Beaufort, NC vacation property experience:

Find your perfect rental:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your rental property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Beaufort, NC area. To find the most suitable rental for your budget, we recommend booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Beaufort, NC attractions and restaurants.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Choose your dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking websites. If not, email the property management company before booking the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• If there's a certain Beaufort, NC attraction you long to visit, search for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

More considerations:

• Get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• Note any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good ratings to inspire new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.