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Property grounds
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a blue sofa with patterned pillows.
Property grounds
Beach nearby
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in stove, a Keurig coffee maker, and a window with a view of the backyard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61318 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sweet Spot
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Sweet Spot - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Emerald Plantation - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access

Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower
Enjoy the best of both worlds — a peaceful, beautifully renovated cottage just a short drive or walk from the beach, paired with exclusive free private oceanfront gated parking right at the sand!

Park oceanfront in our private gated lot, unload your beach gear with ease, then rinse off in the hot outdoor shower before heading home. A private boardwalk leads straight to the beach. Your dedicated beach access is only 0.5 miles from the house and just one city block from the Bogue Inlet Pier — with free public restrooms, convenience store, Surf's Up oceanfront restaurant, tackle shop, and excellent fishing.

Home Highlights:

* Primary bedroom: Tempur-Pedic hybrid California King with adjustable base (head & foot)
* Guest room 1: King bed
* Guest room 2: Queen bed
* Fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms (2022)
* New whole-house water filtration & softening system (2023)
* New NEMA 14-50 EV charger in the driveway (2026)
* New HVAC and appliances
* One-story home — no stairs to climb
* Large private backyard with landscaping, spacious deck, gas grill, and sunroom
* Separate laundry room + outdoor clothesline

Entertainment & Comfort:

* Roku TVs in every bedroom and living room with ad-free Hulu and Disney+
* High-speed internet
* Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of dishes, cookware, and spices
* Games, books, and modern furniture

Location & Convenience:

Located in the heart of Emerald Isle. Walk or bike to many shops and restaurants. Grocery stores are just 4 minutes away. Walk to Cedar Street Park (0.2 mi) for beautiful sound front sunsets. Great area for cyclists with the 11-mile island bike path.

What’s Included:

* Linens, towels, and starter supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, hand soap, basic spices, dishwasher tabs)
* Complimentary crib and high chair
* Professional cleaning and disinfection between guests (including high-touch surfaces)

House Rules:

* Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only
* Check-in 4:00 PM | Check-out 10:00 AM
* No smoking
* No pets (Note: Owner’s dog has visited the home, so pet dander may be present)

Hurricane Policy:

Travel insurance is strongly recommended when booking, especially during hurricane season (June–November). If you choose not to purchase insurance, no refunds will be issued for cancellations due to hurricanes, tropical storms, or mandatory evacuations.

This home has been a guest favorite for years. We take great pride in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and well-equipped beach cottage for your family’s memorable Emerald Isle vacation!
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 coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,318 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Please ensure the key fob for the private beach access is left on the coffee table. This is very expensive and time consuming to replace. There will be a $150 replacement fee if not present.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 4:00 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Renovated Cottage With Private Oceanfront Parking NO Extra Fees

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home in Emerald Isle is within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. You'll also find Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Plantation within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this vacation home next 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

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

Are there hot tubs at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

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?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional), which is about 28.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Yes, every house at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access comes with a patio.

Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach house! Very clean, comfortable beds. The location is great and we loved the beach access. I had a couple questions that Heather responded to quickly. Would recommend/stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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

GREAT PLACE

We had a wonderful stay at this well equipped home away from home. Great location to the beach, the Sound and the shops. The host has thought of every aminity you would need. Nice privacy fence, outdoor shower and patio area outside as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

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

Awesome vacation home!

Wonderful stay!! The house had all we needed plus more and was extremely clean and comfortable! We loved the location as we could walk to the pier at the end of the street to see the sunset or drive to the private parking area for visiting the beach! The lot was private and quiet with a nice deck in the back with an outdoor table and grill. The rooms and beds were very comfortable. 100 percent would recommend! Hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob j.

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

Great Host

Great Host, responsive. Beach access via remote parking was better than expected and easy. Can walk to a fresh made donut shop from the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

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

A great house

The house was extremely clean. Well equipped kitchen.All the kitchen cabinets are labeled. A great touch. We enjoyed the house and its privacy. We give it 5 stars out of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vianey V.

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

Amazing!

loved it! super clean, she messaged back quickly, great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Lovely stay at this vacation home

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this home. We especially enjoyed having meals outside on the deck and walking down the street to the cute donut shop. The private beach access was really great to have as we could just show up and park without having to drive around endlessly looking for a spot. The little closed in sunroom was a nice surprise as it made a great spot for my toddler to hang out with his toys while still being in eye sight. Would definitely rent this home again or recommend to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Fantastic home, fantastic location

We love this place!! This is our 3rd year staying here & can’t say enough good things. The house is setup really well to accommodate our group of 5 adults & 1 child. The outdoor space has a great deck w lots of shade for hanging out & meals, plus a great outdoor shower. The house is all one level & super clean. It’s in a quiet area and the beach is still easily accessible w the included parking access. This home will always be our 1st choice when vacationing in EI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ellen w.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Feelings

Great location, great layout. Loved the private beach parking. Unfortunately, the house was dirty. Toothpaste spray on the sink, dust everywhere, dog hairs in the couch, filthy oven.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britney T.

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

Perfect beach getaway

This was our first time visiting EI, and our first time not staying on the beach, and we honestly didn't miss it. The beach is just down the street, and the private access was amazing. The sunset at the dock just down the road was gorgeous. Heather was excellent with communication, although we didn't need to bother her one bit during our stay because we had everything we needed, and more. My only suggestion would be shaded parking... and that's just being petty because we went during an insane heat wave and I have black leather seats We would not hesitate to book this home again!
Sunset at the dock
Private beach access... not crowded at all
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Fun despite Hurricane Debby

We have never been to Emerald Isle. We had a great time exploring and seeing what the area had to offer. The house was perfect for our needs. Our daughter brought her best friend and they loved having their choice of rooms and all the amenities. Hurricane Debby cut our stay short because of my worry about all the rain. I highly recommend this house. So comfortable and well equipped. We will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Private, quiet, comfortable

We usually stay beach side but we are now rethinking our priorities. This property was very clean, well-equipped, and so peaceful. We love to cook and the recently updated kitchen was perfectly apportioned for big dinners and quick lunches. The updates in the master bath were thoughtful and convenient. The double cherries on top of it all was the private beach parking and beach access, and the super-fast responses to any and all questions we had (which were very few) thanks to the clear communications from the owner. We look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Great property and loved the location.

We had a great vacation at Emerald Isle and a big part of the reason was this beach house and easy access to the beach. We normally stay oceanfront, and we were a little hesitant. While no need to be. The location of the home is in a great neighborhood and the parking at the beach was easy and always available. The home was clean, with modern/updated bathrooms and kitchen. We loved the back deck. With all the shade from the trees, the deck was always cool and relaxing when getting back from the beach. Heather was great to work with and always got right back with answers to questions. I would recommend the property and we plan on staying again when we return to Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Best vacation in the books

First of, this house was beautiful and super spacious. Towels, kitchen essentials, etc were all provided and ready when we arrived. Walking to the beach is easy, as well as driving to the beach. Stores are close, mini golf nearby, go karts, perfect for your kidsos enjoyment 😌 The outdoor patio was also very nice, along with the outdoor shower to wash all the sand off after beach travels. The air conditioning in the home itself was superior and would freeze you out, so it was nice coming home in the super hot weather to cool off. The owner has good communication and is nearby to respond to messages. We had an amazing time, and would most definitely book this stay again. Thanks heather for such a great vacation and for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! 💙 See you next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Love this place!!!

First, don't be worried that this property isn't on the ocean, because the house, location, and owner are awesome!!! A short walk to the sound area, with a pier and benches are great for watching the beautiful NC sunsets, another short walk to the highway and you're at the best breakfast/coffee place on the island, as well as a great donut shop! As for the beach, this neighborhood has a dedicated beach access, and even there during the 4th, there were plenty of parking spaces, a great, well maintained walkway to the beach, which is close to the pier, but without the crowds! The house itself is wonderful, plenty of space, and lots of updates, and one of my favorite things is the outdoor hot shower! If you stay, please be sure to give this a try, believe me you'll be sold! Heather is awesome, and even on a holiday is always accessible to help with any issues you might have! I will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Clean home, conveniently located

This house suited the needs of my family of six perfectly. The clean, spacious bedrooms and additional sun room with futon allowed for room for us to spread out. We definitely used the new TVs after sun-drenched days at the beach (sometimes simultaneously!) The private parking lot with beach access was very convenient and never crowded. Our kids loved using the extensive bike paths with a tandem bike that we rented (Heather, the owner, had a great recommendation for bike rentals that were inexpensive and delivered to the house). Finally, the food highlight for the kids was the Polish Water Ice store at the end of the street which they walked to once a day. My food highlight was Captain's Kitchen Food Truck - unbelievably fresh and delicious seafood. You can find where they will be parked each day on Facebook and it is definitely worth it to track them down!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful house and great location!!!

This house was absolutely wonderful! Extremely clean, neat, comfortable, had EVERY amenity!!! I can't say enough about how much we loved this house, and the owner is absolutely fantastic to deal with! Super easy check-in, and even easier check-out. About a block from the main road, easy walk to some great food places (Flip Flop Donuts & Circle Pizza are fantastic) and about the same distance in the other direction is a wonderful little Park on the Sound. The private beach parking area was a special treat and everyone was super friendly. For the house, the beds were super comfy, soft sheets (beds were already made!), roomy bathrooms, nice airy open kitchen/dining/living room area, so you never felt crowded. Wonderful sunroom and the back deck was amazing. perfect for that morning coffee! One of the nicest surprises was the outdoor shower - clean, lots of space, and the waterless hot water heater was amazing!! Though traffic on Emerald Drive can be hectic, we were lucky and had no problems. You can't go wrong with this house, and we're already planning our week for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Wonderful week in Emerald Isle

Property was wonderful. Spacious, clean practically new. House is warm and inviting plenty of room inside and out. We had a wonderful week and hope to rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Great stay!

We loved our time at Heather’s house. A lot of thought had been put into what guests might need - fully stocked kitchen with updated/well-kept cookware and appliances, comfortable beds, and a guestbook with lots of helpful information. The outdoor shower was wonderful, as was access to private parking at the beach, which wasn’t super crowded and very close by. Great communication from Heather as well! Highly recommend this house! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Nice property in a great spot

We had a great week here. The property is in great shape and in a nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Great Beach House & Location

Loved many things about this house: Location and convenient to everything on the island, outdoor space to include deck and outdoor shower, sunroom, free ocean front parking. The renovations the owner has completed are nice. Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Wonderful week

The property was beautiful and so clean! We especially loved the outdoor shower after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Beach Getaway

We loved the house and the beach parking was awesome! All you could want within walking distance. Fun fishing on the pier. House is well equipped, great kitchen. Private backyard. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

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

Great location

It met all our expectations! We hope to return to EI again and will definitely stay here!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

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

Very pleasant and relaxing 😌

Perfect size house for my wife and I. Clean, new flooring through out. Enjoyed having dinner in the prívate backyard with nice 😊 deck as well as having our coffee in the rocking chairs. My wife rented a bike 🏍 for the week and had fun on her daily bike rides including watching the sunset 🌅.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021