Title: Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=91802377&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families Family-friendly vacation home in Emerald Isle ## Photo gallery for Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families ![Beach nearby, sun loungers - Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91810000/91802400/91802377/e609e738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91810000/91802400/91802377/28fa3396.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91810000/91802400/91802377/996b1840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91810000/91802400/91802377/77efbe66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91810000/91802400/91802377/26d33263.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Third row from the ocean, this spacious modern home offers multiple decks to soak in the beautiful sunrises and sunsets. With a large game room and plenty of space for families, enjoy quality time together near the beach with public boat launch. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families Spacious modern home with everything you expect plus a large game room and plenty of space for families. Third row from ocean with a spacious beach and second row from the sound with public boat launch. Multiple decks to sit enjoy the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Recycling - Unit size: 2,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101296500/101296406/402bb5d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Views, Soundfront House, in Salter Path, NC! 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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 ## About the area Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider Flatwaters Paddling, or check out an event or a game at Big Rock Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Emerald Isle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Emerald-Isle.dx183749) [View more Vacation homes in Emerald Isle](https://www.expedia.ca/Emerald-Isle-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183749-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.68084%2C-76.93262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kBOFiHxvx1ZE_-eseyi3PNjd64U=) Emerald Isle, NC ### What's nearby - Emerald Isle Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - 3rd Street Park \- 2 min drive \- 2.0 km - Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier \- 10 min drive \- 12.3 km - Fort Macon State Park \- 22 min drive \- 26.7 km - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center \- 52 min drive \- 49.6 km ### Getting around - Havelock Station - 42 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 61 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Frank's - ‬26 min drive - ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬26 min drive - ‪The Village Market - ‬9 min drive - ‪Big Oak Drive-In & BBQ - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Crab Shack - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families? ### What time is check-out at Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families? ### Where is Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holy Mackerel -Gorgeous, large home -Ocean view & Sound view -Great for families Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenna E. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Family Vacation Very spacious and clean. Lots of seating which was great for a large group. Rooms were large to accommodate little children’s sleeping arrangements. Owners were prompt in communication with several issue we had. Beach was perfect distance away, even easy for the little kids. ##### Jenna E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth (Liz) W. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! We loved our stay in George and Maria’s home. Great location in a quieter section of EI with beautiful views of both ocean and sound and easy, one block walk to beach. The elevator was especially helpful during check-in/check-out and with an elderly family member. The three decks were great for reading, conversation, or watching the sunrise/sunset! ##### Elizabeth (Liz) W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn R. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick getaway Our family took a quick getaway trip before our grandchildren had to begin summer internships. We had a great time! Unfortunately, we had rain two days which curtailed some of our plans, but we tried to make the most of our time together! A lovely cottage in a great location near both the Bogue Sound and the beach. ##### Carolyn R. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joyce D. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach trip 2024 We had a great time being with family in Emerald Isle. We loved the location of the house. So close to the beach and the sound. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets over the sound. We also loved fishing on the dock right behind the house. Thanks so much for the use of your lovely home!! ##### Joyce D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy F., Tega Cay, SC Aug 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Restful Beach Stay My family and I had a fantastic time staying in this house. There was room for everyone to relax, reconnect, and have fun. Having easy access to both the beach and the sound was a plus. The kids enjoyed fishing in the sound, and everyone loved spending time at the beach. The beach available beach cart made it easy to bring all the necessary kid and baby beach stuff. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!! ##### Sandy F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim R. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Vacation Our family enjoyed a wonderful family vacation at this beautiful and very spacious home. Everyone had enough room to spread out for privacy. The common areas allowed us to come together for meals in the kitchen and at the dining room table. The spacious living room was another positive. The home has beautiful views of both the sound and the ocean. ##### Kim R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachelle L. Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and fun! The space is more than enough for a large group. The elevator made getting all the luggage to our rooms and kitchen a breeze. The game room was a huge hit for the kids and adults. It is a very short walk to the beach and short drive to shops,dinning and the grocery store. Wr would definitely stay again. ##### Rachelle L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle B. Sep 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house plenty of room for everyone! Only complaint by some were no control over A/C. Great time by everyone! ##### Michelle B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place on Emerald Isle We had a big crew - 14 total. Great property for a group. Bedroom layout upstairs is a little odd (designed for those with younger kids) but we made it work. Only one black from beach. Easy walk. Had a great stay. ##### David S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Misty H. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location right between the sound and ocean. Beautiful, spacious home! We enjoyed the view of ocean and sound and the close proximity to both. The elevator made it easy to load heavy items. The teens in the group enjoyed the playroom and having a bunk room right off it with a couch and tv. We were all able to spread out comfortably. The sunsets on the sound side dock were spectacular! Thanks for sharing your home with us for the week! ##### Misty H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry E. Jul 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best of the Beach This property is exactly as described and then some! With more than enough room for our group and the ability to access BOTH the sound and the beach by foot with ease, we were able to completely relax and enjoy our family vacation 100%. Our teens were happy with hundreds of fish caught & never got bored in the house either. The lower level provided so much to keep everyone entertained at night and in between beach visits. It’s clear the owners went above and beyond to provide a home anyone would want to enjoy again and again! Owners were very easy to work with and available for any questions. We hope to be back soon! ##### Sherry E. 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