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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Emerald Isle, NC

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

This vacation home places you next to Emerald Isle Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Emerald Isle Adventures. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 38 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marks Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Which Wich - ‬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.

The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything

**Summer rentals require a seven night minimum, those bookings are Sunday to Sunday. Fall and winter stays require a three night minimum.**

The Ultimate Dune is just what you're looking for. It's an oceanfront cottage on the wide side of the island with lots of space for your friends and family. Dune boasts its own private beachfront deck with a boardwalk down to the beach. The home came under new ownership in 2021 and has undergone lots of upgrades since then.


LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku for streaming your favorite content. There's a PS4 and a Wii with games for rainy days too. Each side of the house also has a dining space for morning coffee, family feasts, and game nights. There is only one kitchen now and you have full access to both sides during your stay. You won't have to share with any other parties. Dune has a cozy mix of midcentury pieces and up-cycled beachy furniture. 'Ultimately' we tried to give this one-level house a modern take on a late 60s surf shack.


BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
There are five bedrooms, each with their own unique styling:
1. West queen suite: one queen, a small ensuite bathroom with small shower, and TV
2. West double: a twin bed and pullout trundle and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom with a small shower, and TV
5. East king: one king bed and TV
There is one full bathroom with a tub for kids on the west side and another full bathroom with a walk in shower on the east side hallway.

KITCHEN
The kitchen is stocked with the usual suspects - stainless steel pots and pans, nonstick pans, silverware, knives, Vitamix blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric water kettle, electric flat top griddle, tupperware, drink ware, utensils, sippy cups, infant spoons, and more. The pantry has a collection of herbs and spices for your dinners in. Sorry, no Keurig - we try to save plastic where we can.


LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
You're just a short trip away from restaurants, grocery stores (Publix and Food Lion), and the Emerald Isle bridge. The Bogue Inlet Pier and Surf's Up Grill are less than a mile away by way of the beach.


LINENS
Clean linens provided by a local company and are included for your stay (sheets, pillowcases, light quilts, towels, bathmats, and kitchen towels). All you need are your beach towels. And clothes. Don't forget clothes.

FOR THE KIDS
We've got a highchair, Baby Bjorn travel bed, baby monitor camera, and eating essentials if you're bringing a small child. You'll need to let me know if you need a mattress cover for the travel bed.

BEACH EQUIPMENT
For your convenience, we provide our guests with beach chairs (there are at least six), beach toys, a 52-quart Igloo cooIer that can hold 80 cans, and a Shibumi shade (check them out online!). If you need anything else there are rental companies in the area.

EXPLORE NATURE
- Emerald Isle Woods Park
- Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area
- Fort Macon State Park

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier & Surf's Up Grill
- Shepherd's BBQ (hopefully it reopens)
- Fish Hut (it's worth the line, best beach food and drinks on the island.)
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway



HOUSE RULES & PRECAUTIONS
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property inside or out
- No pets allowed
- Grills must be used in the driveway away from the house.
- Do not leave sliding doors open for extended periods, the salt air destroys the furniture and lets the AC out and bugs in.
- No temporary structures permitted on the decks (canopies, tents, hammocks, pools, and or hot tubs)
- Turn off foot wash after each use, otherwise water leaks can cause erosion under the house
- Please use coasters under all beverages to protect the furniture
- Follow directions on signage throughout the property and leave all doors in and out of the garage closed at all times.
- Must be 27 to book
- Large events, parties, and large gatherings prior are not allowed unless approval is granted prior to booking
- This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife (turn the deck lights off at night, don't feed the critters, pick up trash when you see it)
- No littering, leave things looking better than you found them.
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the house is equipped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances and a camera on the main entrance lock keypad.



*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 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

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

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

Rules

No littering, no glass on the beach, no smoking, and no pets. No refunds are given due to bad weather.
Please leave the sliding doors on the deck closed and the garage doors closed. The salt air and humidity destroy the items inside.
Under no circumstances are temporary structures (canopies, tents, hammocks, inflatable pools, or hot tubs) or grills permitted on any of the decks.

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 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: 27

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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Ultimate Dune an oceanfront cottage close to everything!

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Emerald Isle, just steps from Emerald Isle Beach. You'll also find Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot less than a mile away.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

What 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 28.7 mi away.

The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Lillington, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our three generation family, from 4 months to 83 years. Having everything on one level was very nice especially with the two living areas. The host was so kind and always quick to respond and help planning before and even during the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great and in a great location. Easy beach access and all of the amenities were just as described! Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was very easy. Melyssa was very helpful and replied quickly! The kitchen had everything we needed. Having two separate living rooms was perfect for our family of ten. We enjoyed the Wii. Every room had comfortable beds. There was plenty of hot water for showers and great water pressure. This house was the perfect location! The beach is clean and just steps away! We rented bikes and easily rode to Sol Bowl everyday! The bike path is very close to this beach house. We found the neighborhood to be quiet and family oriented. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K., Burlington NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Property was perfect for our family. Loved having two living spaces. Deck was large enough for evening gatherings. Everything was clean. Kitchen was well stocked. Really appreciated the extra touch with kids' books and beach toys. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall getaway

Great location, house has plenty of space, a good kitchen for those who like to cook. Access to the beach is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C., Bexley, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

30+ YEARS IN EI AND THIS HOUSE WAS GREAT

Super location and house was well equipped. Owner was very responsive when needed and he went out of his way to send back a DVD that was left in his player. Ceiling fans in every room guarantee you will not be hot overnight. Well equipped kitchen as well as condiments. The living room without the kitchen got the most action as the couch can accommodate more people. Both TV's are ready to have you log in your favorite streaming channels. Use the Roku channel to show how long you are staying and it will log you out of all your channels after you leave. There is a Shibumi in the garage for the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic week- best beach week ever!

The property had a wonderful layout, beautifully decorated and the most complete kitchen equipment for making family meals. Was able to unpack and immediately enjoy the beach. Wonderful location, love being right on the beach and plan to come again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house

This house was just perfect for 4 couples. With the two living areas we were able to relax and catch up with old friends. The location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Place to Stay

Melyssa’s property was perfect for our family stay. It was especially well equipped for our 5 month old granddaughter. The house was clean, convenient and ready for us when we arrived. Melyssa was very responsive and helpful. We would not hesitate to recommend her house for a stay on Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific place

The house was much larger than we thought and was very clean and comfortable. The location was great location. We would definitely rent again. The only thing I did not like was that the town allows trucks to pull onto the beach to fish. Never quite understand why you would want trucks on a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location beautiful home

This house was perfect for our fall week at Emerald Isle. The large deck and easy access to the beach made it easy to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, and as much time as we wanted in the sand. The kitchen was spacious, well-stocked and well-designed — a pleasure for people who enjoy cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Amazing home! Location on the beach was fabulous. House accommodated 6 adults perfectly. Melyssa was easy to contact and extremely helpful. Would absolutely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

We have stayed several times at this property and my family loves it. It feels like our home away from home. House is in a great location and it is perfect for my family. Already planning our vacation for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

We spent a week at this property in late June. The location cannot be beat. Even with neighbors on both sides, the house was very quiet. Being a few steps from the beach was a huge perk. Melyssa responded to any question quickly. The layout of the house is great, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and two separate living spaces. Nothing we couldn’t find in the kitchen for cooking. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene and Marg M., Lake Wynonah, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect, amazing place

Our family reunion of 3 brothers and 2 sisters and their spouses was truly perfect! We all flew or drive in from Florida, Kansas City, Buffalo and Pennsylvania. We highly recommend the Ultimate Dunes! Everyday we woke up and pinched ourselves while we looked out at the rolling waves of the ocean and sat on the deck or wandered down to the water just steps away. A little windy but with the Shibumi provided we sat in the shade regardless of the wind. The Shibumi was easy to put up and take down!!! Everyone had them! Even though it called for rain everyday we had no rain just awesome sunshine! Melyissa and her crew was truly there for us with any questions! The one service need we had was met quickly by her friendly maintenance helper Rob. The home is updated and tastefully decorated! The privacy of each bedroom and the multiple baths was so great. The two living rooms made for plenty of room to read a book or gather for some fun games! We bought express charades, played a few other games and laughed a lot! The kitchen was well stocked and gathering around the large dinner table inside or the patio picnic table overlooking the beach was fantastic. Enough said…we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet private beautiful ocean

Loved being right in the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Ultimate Vacation

Our stay at the vacation beach house 'The Ultimate Dune' was incredible! The ocean-front location made it so easy for our kids and grandkids to freely come and go to the beach. Endless days were spent going into the ocean, walking the beach and building castles in the sand. The house was very comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy family meals and entertain the kids. The hosts were very responsive and beautifully maintain their beach vacation home. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for quality family time

Had a wonderful time at the Dune! The layout worked great for the whole family to be together and to spread out as needed. Everything was clean, beautifully decorated and the ocean views were outstanding. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harnish P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time of our lives!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Ultimate Dune and Emerald Isle. The furnishings were top notch and the kitchen was fully stocked. We appreciated many of the finer appointments that the owner had taken to make our stay more comfortable. We could not have been closer to the ocean and while we didn't need it, there was an assortment of beach stuff at our disposal. Having stayed at various beach houses for nearly 20 years through vrbo, we generally don't stay at the same place twice, but we may make an exception next year for this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great stay. Melyssa was very responsive & the house reminded me of my childhood beach cottage. Not a lot of frills but had everything we needed. Would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Duplex --> Large house Stay

As they describe, this is a former duplex converted into one rental, with lots of recent renovations. As such there are some quirks, but it is a great place to stay. There is a large deck and picnic table that we enjoyed using. It has a great location, in a "neighborhood" rather than on a main drag. It is within walking distance of a pier, and close to shopping. We loved having two living rooms, one for adults and one for the kids. One of the bedrooms doesn't have a tv or dresser but we made due. There is a white couch in the living room that seems designed more for kids (with games and video games), but were afraid to let the kids in there due to the risk of stains. There was an issue with the dryer not working but the owner replaced it with a new dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home on a Beautiful Coast!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The house was very clean and well-stocked. Melyssa was super responsive about questions. Not to mention, the oceanfront views can’t be beat. Emerald Isle is a small town and the beach never got too packed which was great. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect ocean front view

Property was accurate to the listing and clean. We really enjoyed our time and being able to walk out directly onto the beach and have meals or coffee out on the back deck overlooking the view. The beach wasn’t crowded and the town was quaint and quiet. Melyssa was super communicative and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022