[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Vacation home in Emerald Isle with kitchen and patio ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94641200/94641115/80dc8b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94641200/94641115/8468ab57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94641200/94641115/d1935074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94641200/94641115/2927a9e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94641200/94641115/6677ee45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Across the street from the ocean in Emerald Isle, Windy Dunes offers a spacious retreat with a great room, dining area, kitchen and 3 bedrooms on the main level. The home also features an oversized hot and cold shower outside for post-beach relaxation. Enjoy high-speed wireless internet throughout your stay. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82576 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Windy Dunes is one of those original classic beach cottages with some updates but keeping the character like the old cypress throughout. Situated on an elevated, private lot, it offers convenient parking on Ocean Dr, as well as additional space in the back via Fairfax. The spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home has a master suite with a walk-in shower plus a deep soaking tub, perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach. Upper Level: The great room, 3 bedrooms (with TVs) including the master suite, 2 ½ baths, a second TV room and a laundry room are on the main level. There is a partially covered deck for secluded outdoor dining and rockers for relaxing. Lower Level: A large rec room with a ping pong table for that competitive side, a Pac Man game, a game table, a sitting area with a TV, a bedroom with bathroom, a second kitchen and a cute twin bed tucked under the stairs. Outside, there is an enclosed oversized hot and cold shower with a changing area. Total Bed Count: 1 king, 2 queens, 1 double, and 3 twins. The home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your streaming and browsing convenience and boasts 7 Smart TVs, with access to various streaming services that guests can log into with their own accounts. The fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need as well as a Keurig coffee maker, a mixer, and a blender! NOTE: Exterior lift is not available for guest use at any time. Linens and Towels provided with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays. NO SMOKING. NO PETS. Rents Weekly Saturday - Saturday. Rents Nightly with a 3 night minimum in advance during Off Season, last minute during In Season. Please Note: (1) Guests must pay in full when booking through VRBO. The card provided at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays. (2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are strictly prohibited unless approved by management. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,576 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95320000/95311100/95311097/e77cdc04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Views and Fun Carport Sitting/Hang Out Area Emerald Isle - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=95311097&PinnedHotelID=95311097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28833000/28832916/dd34b7e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2ND ROW. 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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 1077 ## About the area Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Pocosin Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting. [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%7C34.67212%2C-76.98327&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pps1_U-qwhCYpO0jBOhXtxM3oWo=) Emerald Isle, NC ### What's nearby - Emerald Isle Adventures - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - The Sweet Spot - 6 min drive - 5.8 km - Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Emerald Plantation - 7 min drive - 7.1 km - Salty Pirate Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km ### Getting around - Havelock Station - 38 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Village Market - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sweet Spot - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Windy Dunes, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! located? > Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is steps from Emerald Isle Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Flatwaters Paddling. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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