Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2564 square feet

New for 2024:
- All TV's have Rokus
- New Gas Grille
- New Deck Chairs

Blue Whale is a 4-Bedroom, 4 1/2-Bath home on three levels. It features a Private Hot Tub and an Elevator (to all levels)! Located just across the street from the Ocean Access with handsome Vistas! Blue Whale is located right down the street from Bluewater in the heart of Emerald Isle. Vacationers can bicycle or walk to miniature golf, go karts, gift stores, the movie theater, book store (and more!) at Emerald Plantation. There are eateries, bars and ice-cream stores located within a 15 min. walk or a five min. car ride. The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is roughly a 1/4 mile walk on the beach. No excuse for not exercising on vacation! Just a few blocks from the home are paved paths for running, cycling, or rollerblading. Bicycle and kayak/SUP/surfboard rental stores are very close and convenient. High Speed Wireless Internet Access Supplied! (Bring your own computer.)

Ground Level: Substantial Game Room has a Couch, a Color Cable TV, a Pool Table, and a Foosball Table. Half-Bath. Laundry Room. Garage. Outside Area has an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower. Gas Grille. Color TV.

Level One: Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #3 is street side and has 2 Twin Bunk Sets and a Full-Bath.

Level Two: Open Living Area has a Gas Log Fireplace and broad Ocean Vistas. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #4 has a King Bed and a Full-Bath.

High Speed Wireless Internet Access! (Bring your own computer.)

Additional Conveniences include: a Hot Tub, an Elevator (to all levels), 3 Color Cable TVs, 2 DVD Players, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, a Gas Log Fireplace, a Game Room, a Foosball Table, a Pool Table, Covered Decks with Furnishings, a Gas Grille, Pack n Play and High Chair.

Linens and Towels Included! (Weekly stays only)

No Smoking. Dogs Accepted (2 Max) with a Flat $200 Non-returnable Pet Fee!

Rents weekly only from Saturday to Saturday.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Please Note: 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 stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot, or check out an event or a game at Big Rock Stadium.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Vacation rental tips and tricks:

Getting the best rental value:

• Summertime is high season in the New Bern area. To find the best value, try shifting your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the New Bern area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning and picking a perfectrental:

• Choose a group leader, select your vacation week, and select a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before you reserve your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• If there's an individual New Bern attraction you simply love, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Tips for a smooth stay:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages aren't linked to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas during check in. Call the rental manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to propel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.