25% off for 2-wk in Dec- Feb. Book your 2-week stay by March before it fills up. - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 17
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3100 square feet

5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath Ocean View in Emerald Isle! Private gated community with access to beach only steps away (or golf cart for lugging chairs & stuff). House features handsome new navy West Elm couches in main living area w/ new chambray chairs, new floors, 2 new showers. You have plenty of room to spread out as home sits up on hill with private backyard, 2 decks, and great layout for families (2 bedrooms on top floor, 2 bedrooms on main floor, and 1 bedroom/additional LR on bottom floor)

Conveniences: 2 desks in Master BR and Lower LR w/ printer & fast Wifi for teleworking. Just bring your clothes- Shibumi tent and round tents, beach chairs, 6 bicycles, bocci ball set, golf cart, sand toys - everything you need for a family vacation! New crib, bassinet, infant tub, white noise machine, 2 high-chairs, pack-n-play, and MamaRoo Swing. Great private back yard for fast trips outside with doggies and kiddos. Beaches are not busy. Watch the dolphins in late afternoon swimming in ocean! Weather in Fall, Spring are impressive with 60s-80s temps. Winter is mild as well and ideal time for dolphin watching.

Open concept living (2 couches + 2 chairs)/ dining (11- ft table) seats 8-12. Additional Teak table on upper deck is ideal for dinner with Oceanview. House has 2 living rooms (1st & 2nd floor main), garage for beach storage, outdoor shower behind laundry room, additional frig in laundry. Kitchen is well-equipped (always have great feedback on kitchen) with all of the essentials…new Pottery Barn dishes, Keurig & Reg coffee pot, new Dutch oven and stock pot, gas grille, new crockpot, pots/pans.

Play tennis and pickle ball at private courts - 1st come 1st serve (2 tennis court locations, 1 tennis/pickle ball). Laundry room w/ full washer and dryer - use our beach towels so you can pack less.

Recently modernized kitchen with butcher block peninsula and white quartz counter tops. Renovated baths with striking white quartz counters. Home has generous parking to accommodate 3 cars in main drive, with 4 additional in lower drive. (7 total). We have a great golf cart for your use to make trips to the beach , pool , or tennis courts more efficient. House is only 4 homes away from nearest access point. Quiet and calming family neighborhood! Security patrols regularly. Great eateries close by for takeout (we'll leave you a list). Pine Knoll Shores Aqaurium- 20 min, Emerald Isle park (maybe 1 mile) for hiking, runners, and paddle boarding.

Linens: We order towels and linens for your stay. We also offer our beach towels as a convenience - just wash beach towels and return to laundry room. If you prefer to bring your own linens and towels, we can deduct fee upon request.

HOA requires 2 week minimum.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near 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. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

How to book the best vacation rental experience:

When to reserve a New Bern rental home & When to go:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. To get the best value, consider changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• In the New Bern area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides contain coupons for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• To start, have your group commit to vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration you need. 25% off for 2-wk in Dec- Feb. Book your 2-week stay by March before it fills up. has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property manager before you book the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• At Check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. 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 expeditiously to solve it.