The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1 square feet

Recently modernized 5 Bedroom, 3 bath, beach home located one block from the ocean in Duck Horn Estates. Approximately one mile to eateries and shopping and one mile from Cape Carteret Bridge accepting simple access on and off the island during the busy summer months. Hop on the Convenient Bicycle Trail and ride all the way to the Point or cruise to the close by stores and eateries. The ground level has a huge living room with sitting area and separate entertainment space with a foosball table and other games. This level has a full bathroom with walk in shower. The second level has a sizable living room, dining area and completely supplied kitchen. There are two decks on this level: one off the kitchen with a grille and the other deck is oceanside. Two bedrooms are located off of the living room. A Queen Bedroom opens up to a enormous oceanside deck. The second bedroom has two twin beds. This level shares a full bathroom. The top level has three Queen bedrooms, two of which have oceanside walk-out decks. Step out on the deck with a nice cup of coffee from our upstairs keurig machine without having to go downstairs (bring your own coffee - we don't supply due to guests having their own preferences to coffee or tea flavors/brands)! We provide 10 beach chairs, 6 body boards, 1 beach umbrella with a sand anchor. We also provide beach sand toys and a few beach games and a splash pool for infants. On your way back from the beach, you can rinse off the sand in our outside enclosed shower on the ground level and store your beach items in the storage unit. DuckHorn Estates is a peaceful section of Emerald Isle one mile off the Cape carteret Bridge . Hop on the convenient bicycle trail to discover the Point or bicycle to close by retsaurants and shopping. Also, its an short walk to eateries and a park close by.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Our top Emerald Isle rental home tips:

How to get the best value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking a rental in Spring or Fall is an excellent way to save on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• In the New Bern area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, property management companies supply New Bern area visitor guide magazines which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach! has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our New Bern rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you reserve the property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or may be applied to your contract.

During your stay:

• Add the host's contact info to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peace. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take photos of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.