Emerald Isle OCEANFRONT 4 BR 1\/2 Duplex - watch dolphins from the deck! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2400 square feet

Welcome to this handsome oceanfront home with beautiful vistas. Unwind on the sunny partially covered deck, listening to the ocean waves and watching pelicans diving in the water and dolphins swimming near the shore.

At the main level, you can find a cavernous open, bespoke designed floor plan with pretty woodwork, great room with stone fireplace and a huge intelligent TV, a breakfast table where you can appreciate your coffee or a board game, oceanfront deck right off living area and walkway to the beach, a sizable kitchen with solid surface countertops, and a enormous dining area. A bedroom with a queen bed, a full bathroom and a laundry room can also be found on the main level.

Walk up the stairs to the top level and you will find a loft with a futon, play area and a second intelligent TV. Your eyes will soon be caught by the gorgeous oceanfront master bedroom with a king bed, a daybed with a pullout trundle and an oceanfront bathroom and a balcony. Also on the top level are two bedrooms, with a queen bed in one room and two twin beds in another, sharing a jack-and-Jill bathroom.

The ground level offers a half bathroom and an outdoor shower.

The community is gated and accessed with passes only, with year round tennis and basketball courts, and a swimming pool that opens in the late spring to early fall.

This home is mainly used by its owners with only a few weeks rented each year. What is the most liked about it is the tranquility you feel calming in this charmingly decorated home with the green/blue ocean in its background. Come and savor this experience yourself and have a phenomenal relaxing time at this rarely found Ocean Reef Pearl!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Flatwaters Paddling and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Emerald Plantation. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. 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

Getting the best New Bern rental experience:

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

• In the New Bern area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To get the best value, change your family's New Bern trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Some property managers offer special rates for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply New Bern area visitor guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best rental home:

• Choose dates and maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Emerald Isle OCEANFRONT 4 BR 1\/2 Duplex - watch dolphins from the deck! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email the property manager before you book the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is best for your vacation.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges applied to your contract.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More tips for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, note any problem areas upon check in. message the host right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear about it. 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 it a point as part of your comments.