Classic Ocean Front Cottage - 1 Level and close to town! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Shag-A-Way is a beautiful oceanfront home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, all on one level. Located on the western end of Emerald Isle, it's convenient to shopping, eateries, and the bicycle path. The home features a cavernous and gorgeously decorated great room with striking ocean vistas, and a entirely outfitted kitchen with all the basics you’ll need. Unwind and savor the 65" Intelligent TV in the great room or step out onto the sizable oceanfront deck, which offers both covered and open seating areas.

Eastern Side of the Home:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed, TV, and direct access to the oceanfront deck.
Bedroom 2: Two single beds.
Bedrooms 1 and 2 share a hall bath with a walk-in shower.

Western Side of the Home:
Bedroom 3: Queen bed, TV, and direct access to the oceanfront deck.
Bedroom 4: One single bed and a bunk bed (3 singles in total).
Bedrooms 3 and 4 share a hall bath with a tub/shower.
There is also a convenient half bath located near the kitchen.

Rental Details:
Linens (linens, bath towels, kitchen towels) included. Starting 2025- beds will be made upon arrival.
Rents Saturday to Saturday
No Smoking / No Animals
This home is ideal for a calming beach hideaway!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park 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

Finding the best Emerald Isle vacation property experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation. 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 reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property 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 coupons for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Make a plan and choose your prefectrental home:

• Choose your dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Classic Ocean Front Cottage - 1 Level and close to town! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our New Bern rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is often available online. If not, email or call the property manager before reserving the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what configuration is best for your trip.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• If there's a particular New Bern destination you crave, search for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of problems.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• Record any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if damages are assessed.
• Respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a great time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.