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Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point

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A wide sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and houses in the background.
A living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a white entertainment unit, a patterned rug, a glass coffee table, and a striped sofa.
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, string lights, and a covered seating area.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a blue patterned floor.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a dining set, pendant lights, and a view of the backyard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Woods Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

Located in The Point, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Emerald Plantation - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ribeyes Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point

This classic beach cottage is located just one block from the beach and Bogue Inlet. Being so close (3min walk) allows for a convenient stroll to splash and tan ocean side or catch world class red drum while fishing the Bogue Inlet!

From the moment you arrive at this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home it immediately evokes memories of the charming original beach cottages of Emerald Isle. The open floor plan kitchen/dining/living area is where most time is spent when not on the beach and it allows for a great place to gather and entertain friends and family. With two decks and plenty of covered space underneath you can easily move things outside, especially when the "Party Lights" are on downstairs! Dogs under 50 pounds are welcome guests with a pet fee. Bed linens and bath towels are included for up to 10 people so all you need to bring are your beach towels!

The Primary Suite has a queen size bed and its own private bathroom with shower. The Bunk Room has a pair of twin over full bunks which make this room a cozy and fun kids' space. The Queen Room has a queen size bed with lots of warm natural lighting. The hall bath has a full size tub but most folks prefer to use the outdoor shower after a long day of fun and sun! Books, games, TVs with cable, Roku, and a DVD player mean that even rainy days at the beach can be entertaining! Washer and dryer are included as is a charcoal grill so you can have the amenities of home while on vacation.

The Point is the area at the end of Coast Guard Rd. known for its quiet neighborhood feel. Since the beach faces south, there is plenty of sun all day and you can watch the sunset over the water at Bogue Inlet in the evening!

In addition to your beach chair, bring your bikes and ride the elaborate Emerald Isle bike path all over the island to find fun shops and restaurants. We love all of our beach buds and look forward meeting you!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please be sure you have logged out of any personal TV apps but leave YouTubeTV logged in.
Please set thermostat to 77° in summer and 65° in winter to help conserve energy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No cooking, frying, open flame, or grilling on decks. No grilling or open flame allowed under the home, must be at least 10ft. away from building.
Home has a septic system. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. No hygiene products, no bleach, no grease/ oil should ever be put in drains.
Parking limited to 5 vehicles. Neighborhood quiet hours are 10p-8a. Keep furnishings in good order and trash in bins, no daily housekeeping provided.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs up to 50 lbs. $175 nonrefundable pet fee.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Gates at all stairs. One level living.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in The Point, close to Emerald Isle Beach, Salty Pirate Water Park, and Hammocks Beach State Park. You'll also find Emerald Plantation and Emerald Isle Woods Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a video library.

Are there hot tubs at Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional), which is about 30 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point?

Yes, every house at Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point comes with a patio.

Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our vacation at prior engagement

Convenient location for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! We’ve stayed at this house before in the past and plan to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Time

We had an excellent time, the house was so nice, great location, easy access to the beach and point. Loved it and looking forward to going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house! Very short walk to the beach. Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Nice fenced in back yard for the pup. Great hang out space under the house. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aurora K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem at The Point - block from the beach

We loved our stay. The house is wonderfully cozy with a well stocked kitchen for family meals. The dogs appreciated the fenced-in yard. The property was well situated in a quiet neighborhood only a block from beach access. The Point is our favorite ocean getaway. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous getaway

Lovely house for our family and had everything we needed for a relaxing week. Beach was a bonus! Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Clean house, great location and not too far a walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Really nice home, great amenities. If you bring your pup, it’s the absolute perfect setup!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Everything was great. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
We woke up the first morning to NO HEAT. The furnace stopped working . Matt had repair crew out right away to fix it . Thank you.The house was lacking basics like soap, dish soap, trash bags, toilet paper( we left a case for your future guests) and the internet / WiFi never worked despite multiple attempts by competent people . Overall we managed but we won't return .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May 2025

Our family visited Emerald Isle for my daughter's wedding May 2025. Excellent location. Detailed instructions were provided about house and location. House was clean and neat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAM B.

Girls weekend away

Excellent property for the money. Close to beach, stocked with household items (toilet paper, paper towels, spices, etc), clean, owners nice and respond promptly, great outdoor space and worked well for our group of 6.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental for family and dog

We had a very nice trip to Emerald Isle. Property is well maintained and great for our family of 4 and two friends. Location great at end of the island - very quiet. Perfect for our dog as well. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Beach Weekend

If you are looking for a great family getaway Prior Engagement is great and well stocked! Just grab your beach towels and go plenty of toys for the kids to play with as well. Just a short walk to the beach with the convenient cart, bikes and umbrella too!! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Travis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great time

Great place a little dated but great place to have pets but long walk after a knee replacement
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Memories

The beach house was adorable and perfect for our family of 6 adults. It was a nice walk to the beach and the time at the water was amazing. We will define be back to EI
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prior Engagement

Love the house and location. Matt and Hilary are so nice and accommodating. Fenced in yard was so helpful for our little dog. So relaxing and the beach is so so close! Second time staying and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

william B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
overall the rooms were clean as well as the living areas. The application process went very well and we received timely communications with the host. Our little dashund had a nice area in the back that on occasion was shared by at one time 5 deer, lol. I think that had he wanted to he could have gone thru the vertical slats but we didn't really worry about it. The kitchen utensils that we used were of good condition and there was a lot of different items.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and great management

We enjoyed our stay and would rent this property again. The fenced yard was definitely an asset for our dog, although I would suggest putting mesh or netting around the fence because the pickets are far enough apart that small dogs can squeeze through and some pickets were loose. Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was cozy with nice decor. It was very clean except for the patio floor beneath the house where we enjoyed our time with the grandchildren. Since there was no broom the owner was quick to respond & ordered one from Amazon. It is a nice & useful area so having the floor clean is a must. The location to the beach & to The Pointe is a short walk. The beach was very clean, not crowded & water was great Very glad we were close to The Point for evening walks & beautiful sunsets. All made for a memorable family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you

Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic experience!

My family (6 adults and two dogs) really enjoyed our stay at Prior Engagement. Matt and Hilary made the check-in and check-out process easy and we found the rental to be well equipped. We've rented plenty of home on the Outer Banks and this is the first with a complete set of high quality pots and pans! The fenced back yard was wonderful for letting the dogs run and the area under the house was beautiful at night with the hanging lights. The location was ideal and just a short walk to the beach access. The entire family enjoyed our stay! Thanks Matt and Hilary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location - 7 Minute Walk

It takes about 7 minutes to walk to the beach, there is a hill (once the boardwalk runs out) that you have to make it over. If you're carrying things, or carting them to the beach, be prepared. But, otherwise, it was great! Clean house inside and out.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time and great place

We had a wonderful time staying at Prior Engagement. The home and location were beautiful. Very clean home with nice decks and a good sized, fenced in back yard. Very short walk to the beach. About 3 miles from restaurants and a nice Publix and other stores, so they were close, but far enough away that the whole area is very quiet and residential. Beach on the Point is wide and fabulous, and very uncrowded. My amateur photos wouldn’t do it justice. As a goofy aside, we’ve been in the market for a new mattress for a while, and hard to figure out what to get, and my wife and both agreed the one in our bedroom at the house was it. We ordered the top pillow covering already, and still pricing the actual mattress. Little pricey… The owners are so nice and were very helpful with our questions about the area. Highly recommend Prior Engagement to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brett A.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Prior Engagement is Excellent

Great location at a great price. This was our first trip to Emerald Isle (beautiful place on the Point). My Mom vacations there and it was her 80th birthday. She wanted all of her kids, grandkids and great grandkids in attendance. My kids/grandkids were set, but my wife and I needed pet friendly and we found Prior Engagement. It was perfect for our needs. The owners/hosts seem like good folks and they checked in on us to make sure that all was good to go. The fenced in yard is a fabulous addition to pet friendly as well. My only beef (and not a big deal) and why I gave 3 stars to check-in and cleanliness has to do with the property management company. I followed the check-in procedures provided by the owners/hosts, however, when I telephoned the property management number to check-in (in accordance with the check-in procedure), I was told that I needed an after hours check-in approval (check-in is 3 PM and it was 3:45) and that I would have to stop at the property management address and enquire as to whether or not an "after hours check-in lock box and pin had been provided". I said, "I just need the door code to the house". The agent got testy with me and informed me that I was incorrect. I said, "Ok, please text me the address of the property management office. Ten mins later, I got a text with the door code to the house. As far as cleanliness is concerned, I had to wash pretty much every kitchen item before it could be used. Not the owners' fault.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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