Emerald Isle Escape - New, Completely Renovated Oceanfront Duplex - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2100 square feet

Totally refreshed and newly furnished in 2024, oceanfront Emerald Isle Escape makes it painless to relax and appreciate the gorgeous, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least busy beaches in the Southeast. Savor the ocean air and vistas from the outside decks of this oceanfront 5-bedroom, 4-bath west-side duplex, or take a few steps down the sloping, private boardwalk, and you'll be on the sand!

The entry floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a laundry area. The cavernous oceanfront master suite has a king bed with storage, a sizable dresser and mirror, two bedside tables, a sitting chair, a closet, and a Intelligent TV. There is a slider to the deck and outside seating for four to listen to the waves and savor the impressive ocean vistas. The well-lit master bathroom has an upsized, single-bowl sink with plenty of storage and an additional shelving area to the left of the shower for towels and extras. The shower has two glass shelves for your supplies and a handheld showerhead.

The oceanfront queen bedroom on this floor has a queen-size storage bed, two bedside tables, a tall, narrow chest of drawers, and a Intelligent TV. There is room in the closet to store your suitcases but no hanging area because it's under the stairs. The slider in this room leads to the deck with outside seating and is shared with the master. The double bunk bedroom on this floor is ideal for families or additional guests; it is located on the roadside of the home and has a enormous chest of drawers, a bedside table, a Intelligent TV, and a closet. There is also a pack-n-play in the closet.

The second bathroom on this floor for the queen and bunk rooms is well-lit and has some storage space to the right of the shower and under the vanity. It has a handheld showerhead and a curtain instead of a shower door to accommodate giving kids baths. The laundry area has a huge capacity washer and dryer. There are some laundry baskets, a Shark vacuum, a mop/broom, and an iron and ironing board if needed.

Up the stairs to the third floor, you'll find an open floor plan with the main living area, a dining area, a entirely equipped kitchen, a queen bedroom, and a bathroom with a sizable, tiled shower. Appreciate ocean vistas from the couches, dining, or kitchen, or open the slider and step out onto the deck to feel the breeze while you relax. There’s an outside table with four Adirondack chairs and two additional bar-height Adirondack chairs to enjoy the outdoor space.

The living room area has seating for 12 with two upsized couches, two upsized chairs with huge ottomans, an adjustable height coffee table, three end tables, and a 65" Intelligent TV with surround sound. The furnishings is really comfortable, and it’s a big enough space to hang out when you’re in from the beach.

The dining table is bar height and seats 6. The upsized bar has seating for 4 more and a lot of serving or workspace. The kitchen is completely equipped with serve and cookware and has a Keurig, blender, griddle, and toaster oven combo & toaster in addition to the new frig/freezer with water and ice maker, sink disposal, dishwasher, microwave, and cooktop/oven. The kitchen has plenty of storage, and there's also a modest pantry closet right off the kitchen.

The queen bedroom on this floor has a queen storage bed, a chest of drawers, a bedside table, a closet, and a Intelligent TV. It does not have an ocean view, but it's the only bedroom on this floor and will use the bathroom with the biggest shower. The bathroom on this floor has a huge tiled shower with seating and two shelves.

Back down to the first floor, you'll find a large master suite with a living area and a full bath with shower. You do have to go outside of the home to get to this room, but it is a nice, big room. Inside this separate entrance master suite, there's a king-size storage bed, a large dresser with a mirror, and two bedside tables, but it does not have a closet. There's also a comfortable sectional that pulls out into a full-size bed, a coffee table, and a 55" Intelligent TV. The bathroom for this suite has a shower with a modest seat and a handheld showerhead. This suite is ideal for when couples and families vacation together since it adds an additional inside living area and privacy. This suite has a private patio by the dunes with seating for two and a hammock, and the outside shower for the home is located to the right on the side of the home. The outside shower has hot and cold water, a rain head, a regular head, a foot wash, and a hose connection to wash you and your beach gear off.

Emerald Isle Escape is the west side of the duplex only. It was completely gutted and remodeled inside and out including the front porch and boardwalk to the beach in 2024, and we have done our best to make it as nice and comfortable for your vacation home as possible. We even added an additional water heater so when everybody heads off the beach at the same time to grab dinner at a local favorite, you shouldn't run out of hot water! Every room has a ceiling fan and Intelligent TV, and all three floors have separate A/C controls. All bed linens including the comforters, shams, and throw pillows will be freshly laundered after each stay. Besides being just steps from the ocean and uncrowded beach, the location of Emerald Isle Escape is great because as soon as you come off the EI bridge onto the island, you get into the right lane out of traffic, turn at the very first light, and are here in just a few mins.. You should be able to park 7 cars in the driveway on our side of the duplex.

Please be mindful that, like all homes on EI, there are full-time residents and other visitors around this rental. You should relax, let loose, and have a great time on vacation, but this is not a event home. Please enjoy yourself as we always have when we are on vacation, but be mindful that reckless or obnoxious behavior will not be tolerated. We hope you will make Emerald Isle Escape your vacation home and that it will be everything you want it to be with a pristine beach, warm sun, soft waves, a light breeze, and cozy accommodations. We sincerely hope you adore and enjoy being here as much as we do!

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 looking for area attractions can visit Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center 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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Emerald Isle rental booking tips:

How to get the best rental home value:

• In the New Bern area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Owners 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 discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern visitors guide magazine upon checking in. 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, visitor guides have coupons for nearby shops and restaurants.

Planning, selecting, and booking the perfect New Bern rental:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Emerald Isle Escape - New, Completely Renovated Oceanfront Duplex has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the host before you reserve your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out what is best for your vacation family.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or costs could be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a single event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• To make certain damages are not linked to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas upon check in. Call the rental manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. 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.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.