Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean
- 1,800 Sq Ft | Off-Street Parking | Walk to the Beach | Family Friendly | Free WiFi
Map out your North Carolina escape to this 5-bed, 3-bath vacation rental, ideally located just 1 block from Emerald Isle Beach. This spacious home boasts an upstairs living room, downstairs kids room, 2 decks, and all the comforts of home. Fish in the Atlantic Ocean, play at Star Hill Golf Club, or take a family trip to Salty Pirate Waterpark!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1 (Suite): California King Bed - Bedroom 2 (Mermaid Room): Twin Bed - Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds - Bedroom 4: Twin Bed - Bedroom 5: Twin Bed
STEP OUTSIDE - Back deck w/ gas grill & Adirondack chair - Front porch w/ patio furniture - Lower-level patio w/ outdoor shower
GENERAL - Central A/C & heating - Washer/dryer - Linens, towels
FAQ - 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY - Multi-level home - Stairs required for access
PARKING - Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- 2 miles to Salty Pirate Waterpark - 13 miles to North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 41 miles to Albert J Ellis Airport - 78 miles to Wilmington International Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $120 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The multi-level home requires stairs to access - Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located near the downstairs entryway facing the driveway and part of the exterior stairs. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion or sound. It will record when it first senses motion/noise and continue recording until the motion stops
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Towels provided
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Furnished lanai
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the sea
Things to do
Motor boating 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
General
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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 and a first aid kit
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
About the area
Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the sea. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating. Visit our Emerald Isle travel guide
Is Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach, Emerald Isle Adventures, and The Sweet Spot. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Emerald Isle Escape: Walk to Ocean Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We stayed five nights in Emerald Isle with five adults and one 6-year-old and this home was ideal for our needs. The space was open, clean, and comfortable; the layout allowed semi-private spaces for everyone; the public beach access is only a short walk down the street; and the kitchen is well-stocked with dishes and cookware. We would certainly stay here again next time we are in the area!
The place was exactly like the pictures and the location was incredible. We had some trouble turning the AC cooler during the day and suspect it may have been on a timer but beyond that we had no complaints. Would stay there again.
We had a great time. The house was spacious. The portable air conditioners cooled really well but there was a lot of moisture. However, the weather was very hot!! It was an enjoyable stay!! Thank you!
The stay was amazing. Had a hiccup when we first got there with the AC going out but they quickly solved the problem. My pup loved the house and the location close to the beach.
The home is a work in process. Some new, some old. The property management company is BEST! They were amazing with the little issue we had. The internet was a great speed. In today's plugged in society this is was AWESOME!
The negative: This house had a cheap plastic mattress cover on the master bed. It was like a low rent hotel. No mattress pad just this cheap plastic mattress cover that crinkled with every turn under the fitted sheet. WTH?! Spend the cash and get a nice mattress cover, waterproof if that is your concern, and put it on the bed.
For renters I would suggest you bring your own sheets and pillow cases. The ones on the beds were clean and well kept they were just scratchy.
We definitely would rent this home again it was a nice home for a family.
The neighborhood and proximity to the beach were great. Overall a nice place! With a good layout.Complaints:No furniture on the decksGround level accommodations were completely separate from the rest of the house—only access was from outside.Central AC was not adequate or was not working. There were noisy portable and/or window AC in SOME but not all of the rooms. We had to run all of them in order to make it bearable inside. One side of the house did not have any extra units and stayed hot.A couple of the units were sloppily rammed into the windows with a little packing tape; one kept falling out of the window and tripping the electrical breaker; and it was leaking on the floor. When I called about it, maintenance never showed and I received a message that the central ac worked and to not worry about the window unit. The heat was unbearable without that unit running so I purchased duct tape and sealed up all the gaping holes around all the units and managed to secure the one that kept falling out of the window. I thought the AC conditions were not really acceptable, otherwise it would have been a much better stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Paul
Jul 27, 2025
Sea Shack
Overall, stay was pretty good - location was nice - about 5 rows back walk to the beach. The house was clean and the towels / linens were good. The appliances, etc worked well and the kitchen had everything needed. The house has a good amount of space when the downstairs is included. 2 main issues:It is not clear on the listing but the downstairs is completely separate from upstairs which actually worked out well for our group but would be a big issue with small children. The listing needs to be updated to clarify this. The central AC is broken or not adequate for upstairs so the rental company has installed 2 temporary AC units upstairs and potentially a window unit as well. The one in the back bedroom doesn’t have a plug in the bottom so the water just leaks from it - called the maintenance person at the realty and his solution was put a towel under it which I had to change out each day - luckily we had extra towels - this worked okay. The other unit was placed on the kitchen counter so took away counter space. I’m guessing this whole setup was a temporary fix waiting a more permanent solution. The AC overall was an okay solution - not ideal and clearly the rental units were in not the best condition. Also, there are no beach or deck chairs (don’t think there are any listed on the listing either so not a problem but just a note).
This house was perfect. Great location. Just a short walk to the beach. The layout of the house worked really nice for us. We would definitely rent this property again in the future
My husband, 3 children (ages 9, 6 and 3), dog and I had a wonderful stay. Easy walk to the beach. The house was well equipped with lots of thoughtful details. The only negative was that the sheets and mattress pad on the master bed did not quite fit. We will stay again when we return to Emerald Isle.
My husband, 3 kids(ages 3, 6 and 9), dog and I had a great stay. The house was very well equipped with cooking equipment, games and random household items(pens, scissors, etc). The other reviews about the sheets are accurate. The sheets on the twin beds were fine, but the mattress pad and sheet on the master bed did not fit at all. Others than that, our stay was perfect.
Very disappointed upon walking in the Home seeing the little Mermaid Room with a huge foot sized circle of carpet and padding missing showing the subfloor! Not a safe environment for our 5 year old Grandaughter. Pieces of window blinds missing. Beds were super noisy being that the mattress covers were plastic ,making it hot and extremely loud when someone moved. The remodeled downstairs bedroom outlets were not functioning or the Slim'pac AC unit. The bathroom light switch not only controlled the light, it also operated the electrical outlet above the sink? Downstairs TV wasn't working. Windows downstairs were unlocked and left cracked. Screen was missing and one was pertruding out. It would've been very helpful to have a Binder or welcome Letter showing how to get to the Ocean, if parking was available etc.