Barbara's Dream - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Make Barbara's Dream your home base for your next group beach vacation in beautiful Emerald Isle! Just a five-min. walk from the beach, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with an attached sunroom can comfortably sleep 10. When the sun sets, savor watching a movie on one of the 5 TVs, play ping-pong, cornhole, darts, and a variety of other available games. The two-car garage includes a full-size washer and dryer for your use.

The space:

The bottom floor of the home is completely wheelchair accessible. The downstairs includes a queen-sized primary bedroom, primary bathroom with huge shower, entirely equipped kitchen, dining table, sizable sectional couch, and attached sunroom with pull-out queen bed. Head upstairs for two additional bedrooms- one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds and one full-size bed. The two upstairs bedrooms share a bathroom with bathtub and shower. There is an outdoor shower located outside of the sunroom for your post-beach convenience. A two-car garage contains a full-size washer and dryer and refrigerator/freezer. There is a ping-pong table, cornhole boards, a dart board, a enormous Jenga game, and other games available to play. Each bedroom includes a T.V. with Apple TV and other intelligent TV capabilities. Get your work done on your trip with super-fast WiFi.

Guest access:

Guests have access to the entire space except for three locked storage closets. Savor your stay!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Cashless transactions are available

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the perfect New Bern rental experience:

Get the best rental value:

• To get the largest rental home within your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply New Bern area visitor guides which include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the perfect New Bern vacation home:

• First, have your family decide on dates and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Barbara's Dream has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always available online. If not, reach out to the property owner before booking the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• If there's a particular New Bern destination you are crazy about, keep an eye out for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking
• Remember to include your furry companions! 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 agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.

Tips to have a smooth stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. E-mail the rental manager right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to propel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please 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 solve it.