[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach Vacation home in Emerald Isle with private pool and kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490200/33490104/31771f98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490200/33490104/61bc9ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490200/33490104/ce02722a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490200/33490104/a31e91db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490200/33490104/18f5cc4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched in the Sea Dunes neighborhood, Sanctuary offers a serene ocean retreat with private pool and hot tub. Unwind on one of the decks or take a short stroll to the beach. Inside, enjoy games at the rec room's foosball table or relax in style with comfortable beds and fresh linens. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132450 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Pool - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach HOME HIGHLIGHTS: Bed Linens and Bath Towels Foosball Table Full-Size Washer/Dryer Gas Grill Hot Tub Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower Open and Covered Decks Pet Friendly Private Pool WiFi throughout Home DESCRIPTION: The name says it all! Sanctuary offers wonderful ocean views with a private pool and easy ocean access, located in Sea Dunes. This 3rd Row home is located just up the hill from the public beach access, only a short walk and you will have your toes in the sand! Upon entering the ground floor you are welcomed into a tiled foyer and just to the right you will find the rec room. This room is furnished with a foosball table, sitting area with TV, full bath, and 2 bedrooms. One room is home to a bunk bed while the other has just 2 twins. Both rooms are brightly decorated to ensure a cheery beach attitude! This floor is the perfect hang out for the kids! As you head up the stairs to the 2nd floor you will discover the "bedroom" floor. There is a King master suite with deck access, separate vanity and private toilet and shower, a room with a Queen bed with deck access that shares a bath with another room with a King bed. All of these rooms are delightfully decorated and make it easy for everyone to enjoy their own space. As part of the Spinnaker’s Fresh Bed Promise all bed linens are laundered between guests, even the comforters. The 3rd floor is the main living area where the view of the Atlantic Ocean is what makes this home a hidden gem! Enjoy the view and the breeze from one of the rockers offered, a sure stress reliever! The open layout of this floor creates a spacious living space so the whole family can enjoy. From relaxing in the living area or dining area to sitting at the bar in the well-stocked kitchen, you are sure to be comfortable! Also on this floor, you will find a den area with a daybed and trundle. This room can be made private by shutting the doors and a half bath is offered as well. If you would like to bring your pup on vacation please do! There is a $150 non-refundable pet fee so please be sure to choose the option upon booking. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: FIRST FLOOR: Guest room with Bunk bed Guest room with 2 Twin beds SECOND FLOOR: Primary suite with King bed, private bath Guest room with King bed Guest room with Queen bed THIRD FLOOR: Common area with Daybed and trundle ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Foosball table - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 2,450 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668200/35668147/c831ebd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Views, Private Pool, sleeps 15, easy beach access, dog friendly Emerald Isle - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 115 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=35668147&PinnedHotelID=35668147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66935400/66935370/df53abe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW Beautiful Custom Build Beach Home. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Sanctuary Emerald Isle Vacation Rental Sanctuary | Emerald Isle Vacation Rental Cottage Sanctuary | Emerald Isle Vacation Rental Emerald Isle Relax Renew at our 3rd row 'sanctuary' With Private Pool Sanctuary | Emerald Isle Vacation Rental Cottage Emerald Isle 43 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.65367%2C-77.06737&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QTRt-Wqdedt_ykARUtso82FeAg0=) Emerald Isle, NC #### What's nearby - Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Emerald Isle Woods Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Salty Pirate Water Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Emerald Isle Adventures - 4 min drive - 3.7 km - Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 4.0 km #### Getting around - Havelock Station - 35 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬3 min drive - ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪34 Degrees North - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Village Market - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sweet Spot - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Plantation are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,pet friendly,very short walk to beach Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele G. Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Getaway House was lovely. Property management was responsive and easy to work with. Enjoyed our trip!!! ##### Michele G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Autumn W. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great find! Overall had an amazing experience at the Sanctuary! There were a few cleanliness issues/utility issues, but nothing major (hair left in drain, bowl under counter to catch leak, faulty dishwasher, lots of ants by pool). We loved the location and the house itself was perfect for our group! Would recommend to anyone! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4b3e27fd-b41f-446f-b3d2-dd5fdab7f974-1752066893836.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/58de7b84-ab55-46b2-b365-7b0c2bfb85b5-1752066893988.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7dec7a27-1bcd-4a09-99f1-4ede2f4d7152-1752066896415.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/31364dbb-7798-4ac1-91eb-c981c379b622-1752066894438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Autumn W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANDREA G. Sep 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach week Very easy process. Beautiful island. House very accommodating. However Water pressure a problem. View from the top gave us a sunrise and sunset. ##### ANDREA G. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Frances U. Jun 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful very clean and convient plenty of room very well stocked (cookware dishes and etc.we wer We were all very happy with our choice. ##### Frances U. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### William T. Sep 23, 2018 #### Great location, but house needs work. The pool area and ocean view were quite nice, and we liked the layout of the home. One of the doors wouldn't lock, rugs were quite soiled, and (most frustrating) the kitchen was not well supplied with pots and pans, sharp knives, and other utensils. ##### William T. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B., Mahopac, N.Y. Sep 2, 2018 #### Home is better situated than advertised. Plenty of room for our family of 11. Pool and hot tub A+. Family area near the beach . Plenty to see and do-- mini golf, motor sports, Auto Racing , NC. Aquarium , food shopping, cinema, bicycles. ##### James B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### woody S. Aug 8, 2017 #### santuary amazing location. Everything we asked for. Needs to think about replacing all the faucets / toilets. ##### woody S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriele F. Jun 24, 2017 #### Beautiful and relaxing Very quiet neighborhood layed back and not over crowded ##### Gabriele F. 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