Beach Bonanza. Quality Time: Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Bird Watch, Wi-Fi - Vacation rental home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3700 square feet

RETROUVAILLE (pronounced "retro-vie")

5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom, oceanfront, single family home, family setting, Southern Outer Banks, town of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina 28512

Steps from Atlantic Ocean, 1/2 mile from Crystal Coast Country Club, 2 miles from NC Aquarium, 7 miles from historic Fort Macon, near Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

The Ideal Tele-Work and Home Schooling Getaway Venue, while Enjoying a Beach Vacation with the entire Family!

Panoramic, beachfront vistas of the Atlantic Ocean.

Take in natural beauty and wildlife from wild horses to dolphins and hatching sea turtles

Min Required Stay:
4 Nights 1 Jan - 26 Apr 2025
7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 27 Apr - 6 Sep 2025
4 Nights 7 Sep 2025 - 25 Apr 2026
7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 26 Apr - 5 Sep 2026

Linens and bath & kitchen towels included with beds made.

Please bring your own beach towels.

No Smoking.

No Family Animals.

Street access for skateboarding; bicycle lane along entire island.

Access to 6 private Bogue Sound parks (links below); natural forest, charcoal grilles, picnic tables, playground, swings, basketball court.

Boat/Kayak/Canoe launching access, fishing piers: Day use only.
Car decal & gate card for parks supplied in the Guest Book.
https://www.piksco.com/eat
https://www.pineknollassociation.com/parks-marinas

New for 2024:
New Whole House De-Humidification System
New 65" Samsung HDTV in Media Room
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
New Siding Freshly Painted Exterior
Professionally Landscaped

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY:
Elevator:1 stepup from ground level;on Main level Carolina porch 1 stepup to living area
Ramps in place make steps and entire home wheelchair accessible. Wide sliding glass doors onto additional wide deck; wide hallways and room entrances.

EXTERIOR:

Carport plus 4-car parking area
Two beach-view hammocks
Outdoor, sizable private shower with hot water

INTERIOR:

High Speed wireless internet with whole-home mesh router WiFi access.
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied
Elevator
Floor planking in ground floor bedrooms, all bathrooms, stairs
Wood floor: upper level
Marble countertops: all bathrooms
Kitchen: Granite countertops; expanded island with counter-height seating
Solar Blackout Curtains in the two Master Bedrooms and Living Room
Ceiling Fans throughout

MAIN LEVEL:

Living Area: 60" Sony 3D Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; 3D Blu-Ray player; new furnishings; Queen sleeper-couch; authentic WWII Liberty ship hatch-cover coffee table, end tables. Propane gas fireplace. Access to beachfront deck that spans entire length of home with captain's chairs, rockers, glider & Beach Royalty Hammock

Kitchen: adjoins living area; huge open dining area seats 10, plus huge maple, butcher block island with 4 counter-height chairs. Appliances include both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig.

Carolina Porch: handsome overlook of natural, Pine Knoll Shores vegetation; settee and additional enormous multi-purpose table, seats 10, for games, handicrafts, banquets, etc.

Master Bedroom #1: Access to beachfront deck spanning entire length of home, entirely furnished. King-sized bed; cool Tempurpedic, Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; private bathroom and shower with grab bars and handles. Solar black-out curtains.

Bedroom #2 and #3: Queen sized beds; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream beds; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV's; ROKU installed on TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; hall bathroom.

GROUND LEVEL:

Downstairs Master Bedroom (#4): King sized bed; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream bed; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom; sliding door access to outdoor patio with bench, large picnic table, ocean/beach view, and 3 steps up to boardwalk landing, then 5 steps down to board walkway to beach side deck.

Bedroom #5 or Multi-Media/Game Room: Direct access to outdoor patio and private bathroom. New 65" Samsung Wi-Fi LED HDTV, ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; and Blu-Ray player; Big Joe seating and Big Kids comfortable swivel chairs; Ping-Pong table. Bunk Bed: Twin size over full sized bed with additional full-sized trundle.

AMENITIES:

Substantial gas grille stored in carport; to be used under front awning.

Private, lower deck landing with benches directly off beach, outdoor shower, & a platform for cleaning fish. (Yes, this Is the Fishing Mecca of the East Coast!).

Superior linens system featured in all bedrooms.

Ceiling fans throughout

Propane gas fireplace

Numerous bags stands

Central de-humidification system

Culligan Medallist Water Softener System

Culligan Aqua-Cleer Advanced (Reverse Osmosis) filtered drinking water system at kitchen sink, and producing crystal clear pure ice cubes (connected to Fridge door ice maker)

Infant/Child Conveniences:

Infant crib (bring your own sheets)
High chair
Child size Little Joe and Big Joe chairs.

Business Features:
Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Wireless
Excellent mesh router WiFi access throughout home
Attractive Cozy Desk in Upstairs Master Bedroom #1 (what a view!)

Entertainment Features:
6 Big Screen TVs (HDTV), ROKU installed on all TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package supplied; 2 Blu-Ray Players

Community Features:
Picnic table area, community docks and community pier access,basketball court access

Distinctive Features:
Linens supplied; beds made up (weekly stays)
Private walkway access to beach
36" x 48" elevator
covered outdoor porch/deck
covered patio
refrigerator/freezer on both floors.
main floor washer/dryer
dune-top deck
deck furnishings
iron and ironing board

Recreational Features:
Rec / Game Room
Ping Pong Table
Card / Poker Table
Fish Cleaning Station

PREMIUM VENUE FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS:
Seated dining for 24. 10 at Dining Room table, 4 at Giant Kitchen butcher block island, and 10 at adjacent Carolina Porch table.
Great for hosting weddings, family reunion & your traditional holiday gathering!

Crystal Coast Beaches Are Delightful in the Spring and Fall!

Fall - Spring Promotion! 50% Discount on Monthly Units (28 nights or more)

Who says beach season ends Labor Day? Beach destinations experience less tourist volume, even as temperatures stay balmy.

So hit the beach this Fall, prime surf, pier & inshore fishing season!

CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL: Behind Door in lower hallway landing near bottom of stairs

About the Area

Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect New Bern rental home experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the New Bern area, The earlier you can book, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the New Bern area. To book the best rental home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for 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.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guides contain discounts for local shops and restaurants.

How to choose the best vacation rental in the New Bern area:

• First and foremost, have your group choose the best dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Beach Bonanza. Quality Time: Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Bird Watch, Wi-Fi has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible online. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your family.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

Tips for a smooth stay:

• Add the host's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific source for finding the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, 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 property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.