Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

Seas the Day makes it painless to relax and savor the impressive, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least busy beaches in the Southeast. (Readers Digest #1 Beach in NC in 2024)

Stay here and appreciate the entire East side of this delightful duplex all to yourself. Privately relax on one of four decks or spend the evening on our private patio in back. Hop on the included golf cart or take a short walk or bicycle ride to the ocean or the sound. It’s less than a two-min walk down a peaceful street with virtually no traffic to get to the private beach access for the neighborhood. There's no public parking close by, so you don't have to share your beach heaven with hordes. A 2-min walk the other way is the public boat launch for a splendid sunset or fishing spot, and an striking playground. If you're looking for a peaceful, comfortable place for your family and friends to enjoy Emerald Isle, you are warmly welcome to stay in our home.

Each of the three upper bedrooms have their own deck and intelligent TVs. Blackout curtains for a good nighttime's rest in each room. Ground level bedroom has twin over full bunk bed, board games, life-size games and a intelligent TV.

TOWELS & LINENS PROVIDED: Bath towels and bed linens are supplied at no charge to our guests.

We supply basic cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials like foil, plastic wrap, basic seasonings, ground coffee, dishwasher detergent and hand soap. We supply toilet paper and paper towels to get your vacation started.

2 Beach umbrella, 8 beach chairs, 4 bicycles and tons of beach toys available to use, so no need to pack or rent those. All you need is your beach towels!!

One Kayak is available for your use (with life jackets). Sound access is across Emerald Drive.


HOME RULES

1. Primary renter through Vacation Rental By Owner must be over 25 AND present during entire stay.
2. NO SMOKING/VAPING. We request that guests do not smoke/vape inside or near the home - we pride ourselves on providing a "smoke-complimentary" environment.
3. We ask you to rinse off in our outdoor shower after any beach time.
4. NO PARTIES/EVENTS
5. We will ask all reservations to confirm the max. number of 11 guests (max of 8 adults)

OFF LIMITS/LOCKED AREAS: Thank you for respecting that the locked owners' closets and cabinets are kept locked and off-limits to guests.

GOLF CART RULES: Please enjoy our golf cart, but follow Emerald Isle's Golf Cart Regulations. IF you get a ticket, we will pass this fee on to you. To drive the golf cart lift the drivers seat up, push the button on the battery in, put seat back, turn on LCD screen on dash by holding power button down for 2 sec, then turn key to on. When finished driving for the day be sure to take key out and turn off battery. When battery is low as indicated on LCD screen, use drop cord to plug it in for charging.

1. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Police will issue a ticket for all riders.

2. No one under the age of 18 may operate the golf car at any time.

3. You CANNOT drive on sidewalks or bicycle paths at any point on the Island. EI police will ticket you and we will not be responsible.

4. At NO time can you drive on the main HWY 58 or COAST GUARD ROAD. You can cross it at any point on the Island.

5. Golf carts must be operated in accordance with all applicable state and local traffic laws and ordinances. All ordinances pertaining to the possession of consumption of alcoholic beverages. If you get a DWI or DUI, our tag will be revoked for one year and you will be subjected to a $500.00 fine.

SECURITY. We have 2 exterior security video cameras facing the driveway and carport that are always on 24/7.

THINGS TO DO:

Seas The Day is located in the private oceanside community of Shell Cove, which is a great area to walk, bicycle or rollerblade. Emerald Isle is bicycle-friendly with bicycle paths along the major roads. (We supply a 4 bicycles and a pump for tires)Bicycle or walk to the Emerald Plant Shopping 2.5 miles away. You can walk comfortably to the pier via the beach (about 2 miles away). Emerald Plant. Shopping, Food Lion or Publix, water park, cinema, shopping, mini-golf, eateries, canoe and kayak units and surf shop are only 2-3 miles away. You'll often find outstanding tidal pools on our beach during low tide. Bring flashlights to look for crabs at nighttime and a pair of binoculars to watch the dolphins or birdwatch. Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 2-mile walk on the beach to right. Surf fishing is fashionable especially when the beaches are peaceful. We’ve tried to stock the kitchen with necessary silverware and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. Food/Grocery: Note that the grocery stores are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive.

• Food Lion in the close by Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. (Delivery available through Instacart)

• Publix – next to Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up through Instacart.

• Lowes Foods - A trip across the bridge. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up.

• CVS Pharmacy – just before Emerald Plant.• Walgreens Pharmacy – across the bridge, near the Lowe’s Food

• Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and Sweet Spot Ice Cream - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

• Flip Flops Donuts - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

Local Activities Nearby:

• Mac Daddy's (go-carts, putt putt, bowling & amusements)

• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf

• Salty Pirate water park

• Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Units has units available.

• Emerald Plant. Shopping Center Cinemas. It has 4 screens and usually 6 movies

• Playgrounds close by: Sen. Jean Preston Memorial Park (.3 mile) Blue Heron Park (1.4 mile)

Some of our favorite EI Eateries:

• Caribsea – fine dining

• Kathryn’s Bistro – fine dining

• Village Market

• Fish Hut Grille

• Trading Post

• Snapperz

• Shepard's BBQ

• Gaffers

Pizza places: Saturday nighttime is packed in summer. These places will deliver, best to place your delivery order far in advance!

• Michelangelo’s Pizza and Subs

• Lazzara’s Pizza and Subs

• Circle Pizza and Subs

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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

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

Our top Rental home tips:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Summertime is high season in Emerald Isle. To book the best rental home within your budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at New Bern restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides contain deals for local tours and attractions.

How to pick the perfect rental home:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before you book your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More tips for your visit:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of problems.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your family's stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the host right away to document your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors disrupting your peace. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a fantastic time? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.