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Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen!

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You can't stay anywhere closer to the beach. Watch the sea change constantly.
Sunrise. Plan your day while having breakfast on the deck or the new kitchen.
Built-in benches at end of deck walkway to beach - a great place to contemplate.
Staying in a private home is much nicer than a condo! Best part of E.I.
Dramatic unobstructed ocean front views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 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
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - main floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen!

Welcome to "Best Life". See our 100+ five star reviews on VRBO over 10 years. Most of our bookings are return guests - that tells you everything you need to know. This is a very clean, well maintained and fully furnished OCEAN FRONT home - not a condo - in beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. It has a full-on ocean view from the deck, bedrooms and the living room, not partial views and not over the street or rooftops. It is half of a duplex. The other side of the duplex is not a rental; it is someone's rarely used second home, so you will not have any crazy or noisy neighbors, parties or big groups next door. The kitchen and baths were completely renovated in 2023; see photos! You''re likely to see dolphins frolicking in the ocean. Unlike staying in a condo complex, you'll have privacy and no worries about noise, sharing the deck or annoying neighbors. No dogs. Perfect for families with children. The house is close to a lifeguard station on the beach.
There is a gentle set of stairs from deck to beach, not the 50 or 60 steps to get to the houses that sit high up on the dunes. The house has everything you'll need and the kitchen is fully equipped (even a spare blender, coffee maker & toaster). There is a Kuerig coffee machine with pot and pod capability. We provide starter supplies upon your arrival (soap, paper towels, t.p.). ALL of the bedding in the house is newer premium gel memory foam 12" mattresses with thick zippered bed-sacks.
This house is an excellent value and has everything you'll need for a restful stress-free vacation at the beach. The manager is local and the owner is always available. Note the built-in benches on the deck near the ocean. The bathrooms have gorgeous tile - not cheap fibreglass! The sliding doors are new (2024) quiet easy to use and lock Pella units. As you can see from all of our photos, we strive to make this a comfortable and tastefully 'beachy' home. Among the features of this property are Spectrum cable, STRONG wireless internet (to the deck +), newer central air unit, ceiling fans in every room, 4 flat-screen HD-TV's (55" in living room and 40" in 3 bedrooms with Roku access to premium channels), and custom hand-painted tropical murals in each bedroom. It's NOT cheap thin, uncomfortable rattan / boxy / IKEA furniture, nor is it used furniture from Grandma's house. We want you to relax and be comfortable! Call owner AL directly at nine seven three four seven six eight one nine one with any questions.

There are 2 ocean-front master bedrooms (1 K & 1 Q) and 2 bedrooms street side (partial Sound view) with doubles and singles. There are 2 full tiled baths and a wonderful outdoor enclosed over-sized locking private shower that was renovated in 2024 with hot and cold water and a dressing area. (Great for children or a quick refreshing rinse after coming off the beach.) The deck has a convenient hose for sandy feet.
There are lifeguards on the beach within sight just a short stroll away (April - Sept.). This house is ON THE BEACH with the same ocean, views, and ease of access as the mansions that cost 3 or 4 times as much. We provide beach chairs, beach umbrella, toys, as well as beach games. We appreciate your inquiry for any questions and thank you for your time and for considering "Best Life"! E-mail or call if you have any questions or need any additional information. Best wishes for a great Emerald Isle vacation!

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Property manager

Alan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very kid friendly; suitable for families or adults
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Events

No events allowed
No church youth groups or prom parties etc.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, no exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please! No butts outside; use an ashtray.
No use of candles please. Keep doors closed when a/c is on. Opening door at night bring bugs. Do not grill under house. Thank you!
Maximum amount of guests including children is 8

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No church youth groups or prom parties etc.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean-front 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Brand new kitchen! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters Paddling. 3rd Street Park is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great place on the ocean

We really liked the accommodations and the location - very convenient and well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma G.

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

GREAT HOUSE AND LOCATION

This was our first trip to EI and could not have been more pleased with our accommodations and host! Loved the house and the location in reference to the beach. We were able to walk straight to the beach from the back door. Restaurants and groceries were within a 10-25 minute drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

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

Perfect

House was very nice and clean. Kitchen well equipped.Great beach acess .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a lovely time! The house was perfect for our family of 7 and it truly was oceanfront! It was the shortest walk to the beach we’ve ever had. House is located in a safe location with plenty of area to walk or run. The bedrooms were great and the living room and dining area had plenty of seating. Not having to pack chairs for the beach was the ultimate treat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donald H., Raleigh, USA

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

Great Location

Great location just a few steps to the beach. Beach is clean and was never crowded during our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

dina s.

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

Perfect stay at Emerald Isle

This was our first vacation to Emerald Isle and we loved it! Alan’s home is close enough to restaurants and shops, but far enough away to enjoy some peace and tranquility. The house is steps away from the beach and has everything you could need. Alan is also an amazing owner who responded so quickly to any questions I had. Our family would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M., Richmond

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

Beach trip

We had a fantastic stay. The owners and property manager were great with communication from the time we booked the trip until we left. Great location and great people!! The house was just right for our group of two adults and two teenagers-loved every minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

D R.

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

“Best Life”

Convenient to everything you need without the traffic. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen well stocked. Outside shower was spot on! Comfortable furniture for a family to kick back with a good movie after a long day at the beach. Our family had a wonderful time in this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Relaxing with beautiful views

What a great place to stay! An easy trip from deck to beach, good room sizes, nice layout, and one of the best beach spots on the Island. Alan was a wonderful host and made the whole process from booking to check-out very easy. We could see fireworks to the east and west! Sitting on the walkway benches with a cold glass of wine watching the sunset and the moon rise was a great way to end the day. Not sure how he arranged for the best weather too! It only really rained in the evening. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deleney O.

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

Family Vacation

First the view is amazing! Great little house for our family we felt very at home there it was clean and kitchen was well equipped and upgraded with top notch appliances. Close to restaurants and attractions. Nice quite neighborhood. Beach access was the main reason we chose this house with children 1-6 makes things so much easier for a quick easy trip back and forth. The owner Alan was very nice quick to respond to a phone call or text to answer any questions you may have and to reach out during ur stay to see if everything was ok. If you are looking for a quite little house on a beautiful beach this would be the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karol S.

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

Awesome

The rental was just as described. The owner was very responsive and wonderful to deal with. It was very clean and beautifully decorated. The beds were of a high quality which was great since my husband and I both have back and leg issues. Our granddaughter and son had to fly in on Saturday. There was a very nice airport an hour away, Albert Ellis. I would recommend this rental to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Best beach view ever

For the price it was ok, house had a bit of a closed up smell. Could use some updating especially bathrooms, furniture fabrics not worn but padding in cushions were flat and faded. There was some trash outside around the house around the shower area. The laundry/beach storage room was disgusting and dirty everything just thrown in . Washer was not working most of the time. This room needed totally cleaned out. The 0cean front close location to the beach could not be beat. My family would not return to this house.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

As Advertised; Easy Deal; Nice Owner

I rented this house sight unseen and I must say that the listing pictures are accurate. The owner does not exaggerate any of the details or features. The house has a straight-on ocean-front view with nothing in the way; it absolutely could not be better. It really is a short walk off the deck right onto the beach. Both master bedrooms are comfortable and nice. The deck is great and there is a huge heavy-duty table umbrella that is nice to have. We found lots of toys, sand chairs and tennis racquets in the laundry room, which was helpful. The kitchen had soap, foil, coffee filters, etc., which was appreciated. The owner was a nice gentleman and easy to work with; he sent us lots of area information even before we reserved the week. I would not hesitate to book this house again and will recommend it to others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

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DO NOT STAY HERE

I would not recommend staying here. We arrived on the first day to a filthy house. We contacted the owner to address the problems including roaches, broken deck boards, back door not locking, ceilings throughout the house peeling down and general disgust with the house (bathrooms are hardly big enough to turn around in). We were told to sleep on it and call back the next day. When we called back with the same issues we were told he would not refund any money. Unfortunately we are still here on day 2 of our vacation and miserable because we have kids that are having to stay in this disgusting house. We have stayed at Emerald Isle over the past 5 years at the same price point with great experiences so there are much better options at Emerald Isle, so while I would recommend the beach I would definately stay away from renting this house.

8/10 Good

Madison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Terrible Wifi, Gorgeous Beach, Clean House

The beach is gorgeous and we enjoyed our stay in the house. However, we were greatly disappointed in the Wifi. Since the listing said that there is Wifi for the unit, we expected to have decent Wifi and we came prepared to answer work emails and stream TV. However, this was impossible since the wireless signal strength was "poor" and the internet download speed was between 0.06 mbps and 11 mbps for the entire trip. We called the property manager to complain about the Wifi on the first day of staying in the unit, and he contacted the internet provider to have the modem rebooted, but it did not improve the Wifi. It seemed that the wireless router was in the unit next door since the Wifi signal was strongest on their side of the deck. Honestly, we feel that if the router is in fact not in the unit the VRBO listing is falsely advertising the Wifi accessibility. With that said, every other aspect of the house was true to the description and pictures provided on the VRBO listing and we were very impressed with the overall cleanliness of the unit. We opted to rent linens for our stay. We went through Emerald Isle Linen Essentials and it was very convenient. The linens were waiting for us when we arrived and simply left the linens in the duffel provided when we left. The cost for the linens was $160, which was based on the number of beds in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

KATE F.

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

Great location

Loved the house and beach access. Alan very accommodating. We all had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russ J.

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

Owner is really attentive.

About 5 miles from coffee and restaurants. No one near us on the beach even at peak summer. Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

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

Beautiful Location

This half-house was very comfortable, within steps from the beach. It was a quiet spot with a beautiful view of the ocean. My family of 7 visited the aquarium nearby, spent one day at the waterpark, and also visited Fort Macon State Park while enjoying our week in Emerald Isle, NC. It is a perfect spot if you are planning on enjoying the ocean view and not venturing out or if you want to do both by visiting the sites close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramona W.

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

Great Location!

The location is great! Check in was so easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

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

Best Beach Life

Excellent communication from owner. Really clean and pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

nellie b.

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

Wonderful Peaceful Best Life

Wonderful place. Perfect for my 80 year old sister. We had a great time and we love this house. Owner is kind and personable. We will definitely rent this property again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Morgan R.

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

Great stay!

My family of 3 stayed here for over a week and we loved it! The location is absolutely amazing and the house was the perfect size for myself, my husband and our 2.5 year-old son. We enjoyed hanging out inside the house as well as sitting on the deck enjoying the beautiful views. We had an amazing trip and Alan was a wonderful host- went above and beyond to communicate and so friendly. Thank you for such an amazing stay at your beautiful home!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

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

Great location smaller than expected

Such a beautiful location on the beach! House was generally small, each room was tight. I wouldn't recommend more than 4 adults and one or two children here. All of the kitchen cabinets were filled so there was no place to put our food and groceries. Which made it seem even smaller. The house was very clean, however the bathtub scratches made it seem a little dirty. Overall I really shouldn't say anything negative because the location was so perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Tom G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Emerald Isle in August

The property was as advertised. Our disappointment was the lack of cleanliness. The condo really needed a deep cleaning as there was dirt behind the furniture and on the baseboards. The location is good.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Lane G.

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

Great Beach House for small family outing

The location was excellent. The furniture was very good. There were a lot of chairs, umbrellas, and toys for the kids. The kitchen was well equipped. The deck was excellent, and it was a short distance right to the beach. The beach at this location is very wide, and has lots of shells for picking. Negative issues: The living room sliding door leaks and we often had a wet floor. The locks on the sliding glass doors were rusted away. The cabinets were old and poor, an there was no storage space for groceries. The counter-top was terrible, with a split at the L turn and bad repairs on the front face. I felt I paid more than the overall quality of the unit warranted.

About the host

Hosted by Alan

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Concerned, professional and responsive property owner who has owned this property for 20+ years. You'll have my cell # and I'm always available. Plus, there a knowledgable and dedicated local private property manager and cleaner who are available to you during your stay. We check before you arrive to make sure everything is perfect.

Why they chose this property

We considered a beach house in several coastal communities in different states before falling in love with Emerald Isle on our first visit in fall, 2001. Emerald Isle has been consistently voted "Best NC Beach" by USA Today and other media. We immediately knew that the small town village feel, absence of high-rise condos, great vacation amenities, local friendliness, family emphasis, lack of traffic and gorgeous uncrowded beaches made this the place we wanted to visit again and again. It's still the same 20+ years later. We still enjoy it and you will too!

What makes this property unique

One of our favorite activities is simply to eat most meals on the deck and watch the ocean, the dolphins, people enjoying the beach, and the sunrises and sunsets over the water. There have been a number of weddings on the beach right in front of this home. Some folks see whales just off-shore in the late fall. We have had turtle nests on the beach right in front of the home too. It is fascinating to watch them hatch!

Languages:

English