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Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.

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Exterior
Exterior
Another beautiful day dawns on Captain's Choice.
Remodeled kitchen completed in November 2017.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12202.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.

Captain's Choice is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath OCEANFRONT duplex with over 2100 square feet of living space that sleeps 14 people. The kitchen was completely remodeled in the fall of 2017 and there is new furniture in the living area and lots of new furnishings throughout the rest of the house. The main level has a fully equipped kitchen with all brand new appliances in 2017, a granite topped eat-in island that can seat 4 people, a living/dining area with all new furniture in 2017, and a queen sized bedroom with full bath that was remodeled in 2018. The second floor has 3 king sized bedrooms, 2 of which are oceanfront with decks, and 2 full sized baths, both of which were remodeled in 2019. The third floor is a perfect retreat for the children featuring 4 single beds and a queen sized bed and is equipped with lots of toys and games. New mattresses were purchased for all beds in 2019. New flooring was installed in 2023 and the entire interior was repainted in 2023. The duplex has free WIFI, 6 cable TVs, charcoal built-in grill, DVD players, beach furniture and toys, and hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower. Beach games include bocce ball, corn hole, volleyball, and a water table for the little ones. There is plenty of room to play and rest on the wide spacious beach that is only a very short walk from the house. Duplex is very private with its own separate walkway to the beach. The decking areas are all newly renovated to meet current code standards.
Please note that Captain's Choice is rented by the week during the months of April through October from Sunday to Sunday. For the months of November through March, a minimum stay of four nights is required.

PLEASE NOTE: I require a signed rental agreement for each rental to include the mailing address of the tenant. House access information will not be released if I do not have a signed rental agreement in my file.

Other side of the duplex is available to rent at VRBO listing 1959254.

Property manager

Sue Schwarting
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside.

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is on the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier 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 Croatan National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Flatwaters Paddling, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 41 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters Paddling. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and 3rd Street Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 96 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star Location

Thank you for the very comfortable stay in EI for 3 adults and 2 kids. We spent many restorative hours walking on the beach, fishing, playing in the surf. Stunning views & powerful ocean energy. Well-equipped home w/ comfortable beds, plenty of space. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful time at the beach

The house was well furnished and had better kitchen supplies than we expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

We loved the convenience of having everything we needed in this comfortable and beautiful home. The views were amazing and it was great to be right there at the beach and take long walks. We enjoyed watching the sunrise. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay with small children

The house was even more beautiful in person, and we had a wonderful winter beach vacation with our two small children. We chose this rental primarily for the upstairs playroom, but there ended up being many details around the house (stools in the bathrooms, extra baby gate, etc) that made it a really smooth stay for our family. The beds were comfortable, and the beach views and access were so great. We are already talking about when we can come back, likely with extended family or friends because there is plenty of space for more than our family of four. Thank you, Sue!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Thanksgiving

Property is amazing! Views were spectacular. It was perfect for our family Thanksgiving getaway. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT

What a wonderful beach house! Highly recommend if you’re staying with children! We stayed with our kids and grandkids. The third floor is so well equipped for the littles as well as all of the beach toys! Beautiful views, clean and just perfect! Many memories we will cherish for a lifetime!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Oldham family

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & clean

Beautiful & clean. The house has everything that you need, more than most homes I’ve stayed at in Emerald Isle. I left some jewelry & clothes in a drawer that the cleaners found and the home owner is the process of returning to me. I appreciate the honesty immensely! Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything and then some…

Accommodations were excellent, location was perfect, little extras everywhere indicate the host has thought through what makes a beach trip great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Building Traditions

House was perfect for our first family vacation with my sister in law and her family. The house is laid out to give everyone ample space to get away from the chaos. There is a nice area to come together as a family to play games and share meals. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Oceanfront House

This is a well-laid-out, well-appointed oceanfront duplex. It was very comfortable for our group of 11. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem!

In +15 years of coming to EI, this was the cleanest place we’ve stayed. Nice amenities; and even had some unexpected beach gear. We hope to make this property repeatable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven

This home is perfect for multiple families. The third floor is great for cousins, it has so much space!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meloni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent rental

Great location and beautiful views and inside. Very comfortable and easy to access. Will use again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay at the Beach!

Communication was great, entry was super easy. Duplex was in a great location, not to far from "civilization" but far enough away that it was nice and quiet. The house was right on the beach with easy access to a super quiet section of the beach. Very Clean, kitchen was well stocked. Plenty of seating and plenty of Bed options. The Kids loved the upstairs loft and there was plenty of sleeping options up there. The second level bedrooms had amazing views of the beach/ocean and the deck was a great place to sit and enjoy the breeze. TV's in all the bedrooms came in handy for the children one our rainy day and the wifi was great and fast. Overall fantastic house in a great location. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a beautiful GEM in Emerald Isle!

We had the absolute best long weekend in Emerald Isle. What a treat to be ocean front, the outdoor space is simply amazing at this property, private access to the beach was so nice and watching the sunset on the walkway was aplendid. The views from the kitchen were breathtaking, you feel like the house is floating on the water. All the rooms were clean and spacious. Our group of 6 had a fantastic time, hoping we can come back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Very comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

The duplex was perfect for our family. If you have children it is ideal. I’ve always stayed in condos but after staying here I will always choose a house/duplex! The beach was right there and gorgeous. The deck area was perfect to relax and listen to the ocean. This is a beautiful area to stay. I will be back 😊
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

We enjoyed staying at this well-appointed house. The house was clean and all beds were made upon our arrival. There was plenty of room for 7 adults two toddlers and an infant. An added bonus was the toys that were up on the third floor. (Plenty of beach toys too) The kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans, and dishes. We enjoyed the large deck and outdoor furniture and the beautiful views it provided. Can’t say enough great things about our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home and Location

This was the perfect getaway home, views ammenities everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House Get Away

We had an amzing time! The house was everything we needed forbour family get away. The kids enjoyed all the toys that were available for them in the house and the beach access was perfect for fun beach days! We definitely recommend this house. Sue was great too very friendly and was available with any questions we had. We loved Emerald Isle!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Have not received my deposit back.

Everuthing else was fine
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K., Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

we had the best time!

The house was perfect for my family - having a bedroom on the main floor was great for my aging parents, the loft was perfect for my nieces (ages 3 and 6) and the three bedrooms on the second floor were spacious and great for my siblings, our spouses and a bassinet for my 3 year old. The beds were SO comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked and the house was very clean when we arrived. The proximity to the beach was great and the view was even better. We had an excellent time and hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

eric r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay even during a hurricane

Great owner very concerned for your stay and her property She wants the best for the whole experience Had the manager come see us and make sure we were good for the storm
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Delight!

From the moment of walking in the door, absolute perfection! The house truly has everything you can think of, along with stunning views of the ocean. It was more than we anticipated and everyone complimented on the home, of which, is filled with good Chi! We shall be back without a doubt as the owner was easy to work with as well. THANK YOU!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sue Schwarting

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Why they chose this property

My family and I have been vacationing in Emerald Isle for over 30 years. We love the quiet, family friendly atmosphere where our extended family can come together from three different states and truly relax. The people in Emerald Isle are super friendly and truly do want you to enjoy their town. This past summer (2016), while vacationing, we found a home right on the ocean (because it has long been my philosophy, if you are going to the beach, you might as well see the ocean!) that fit our family perfectly. Emerald Isle is uniquely position as it is a south facing island. Because of this, you see beautfiul sunrises over the ocean in the morning and equally beautiful sunsets over the ocean in the evening. Emerald Isle was voted the Best Beach in North Carolina by USA Today in 2018.

What makes this property unique

What first attracted us to this house was the bright cheery beach colors and the open living room spaces with windows across the entire side facing the beach allowing so many views of the ocean. The deck and the entire walkway are new. The house has a private walkway to the beach that is not shared with the other side of the duplex...one of only a handful of duplexes in Emerald Isle to boast separate walkways. We have converted to a keyless door entry system for very easy access. A kitchen remodel was finished in the fall of 2017 that includes all new kitchen appliances and a new washer and dryer. Two bathrooms were remodeled in 2018 and the third bathroom was remodeled in the fall of 2019. New flooring on the first level was installed in the spring of 2020.
Emerald Isle faces south so you can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets from the privacy of our deck--both are beautiful! The ocean is a short easy walk from the house--and dolphin watching is a favorite pastime.

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