Flip Flop Inn, Almost Oceanfront Duplex in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2221 square feet

NEW FOR 2025 - all new windows and sliding glass doors! Ideal for taking in those charming Atlantic Ocean vistas!

Get ready to slide into those vacation vibes at Flip Flops Inn! Where leaving your worries behind is as painless as leaving footprints in the sand. This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom Almost Oceanfront duplex is your ultimate ticket to a sun-soaked Emerald Isle hideaway!

Set within the Spinnaker's Reach Community, you're not just booking a stay – you're diving into an experience. Picture this: dipping into an outdoor community pool, rinsing off under open skies in outdoor showers, and strolling to the beach via the community access that's a hop, skip, and a beach ball throw away! Tucked at the corner of Louise Howard Court and Shipwreck Lane, just a skip away from the clubhouse and guest parking, this spot is practically waving a "Welcome Home" flag. And let's talk about those sleeping spots, each like a dreamy cloud waiting to embrace you:

Ground Level: Bedroom #1 – The Queen's Retreat for restful repose.

Level One: Bedroom #2 – King of Comfort giving way to comfortable slumber, Bedroom #3 – The Queen's Quarters offering calming relaxation, Bedroom #4 – Twin Treasures full of dreamy bounty.

Level Two: Bedroom #5 – Queen of the Beach accepting for unlimited beachy.

Ready for the best part? This haven is a stringently NO Smoking and NO Family Animals zone, keeping the air fresh and the vibes paw-complimentary.

Oh, and the cherry on top: Linens and Towels are all set for you, making packing a breeze (For Weekly Stays Only, of course).

So, what are you waiting for? Let's make memories, catch some waves, and live the Flip Flops Inn life – where Saturdays feel like a weekly dose of vacation magic!

Rents Weekly from Saturday to Saturday!

Rents nightly with a 2-nighttime minimum stay (off-season only).

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. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Emerald Isle vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday 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 sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Some hosts offer special rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many property management companies supply New Bern area travel guide magazines which include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the perfect vacation home in the New Bern area:

• First, have your family choose dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Flip Flop Inn, Almost Oceanfront Duplex in Emerald Isle, NC! has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our New Bern rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If not, call the property management company before you book your home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.

Know before you go:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a terrific time? Most rental managers make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.