Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1120 square feet

Shell Cottage is a 4-Bedroom 2-Bath Almost Oceanfront Home located in charming Emerald Isle. Expansive ocean vistas, only steps to the beach. Soothing sea-glass color scheme invites total relaxation. Melt your cares away in the 6 person hot tub under the stars or savor the ocean breezes in a rockers on the wrap-around deck. Let the unwinding begin at Shell Cottage. High Speed Wireless Internet is supplied!

Ground Level: Concrete driveway underneath home for boat parking. Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower.

Level One: Oceanfront Living Area has Deck Access & a 50" HD Flat Panel Roku Equipped Television with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a 32" HD Intelligent TV with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #4 has a twin over double bunk set and 24" HD TV with DVR Recording, HBO, and STARZ.

Conveniences include: 3 HD Flat Screen TVs (including a 50" HD Flat Panel Intelligent Television) Each TV includes DVR recording capabilities and various streaming services such as Starz, HBO, Showtime, and Netflix. 2 BluRay DVD Players, Book Library, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, infant gates, an Open Deck with Furnishings, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower, Central Heat & Air, Ceiling Fans throughout, and Ample Parking. A gas grille is available for guest use.

Please note: Check-In is at 4:00pm - No Exceptions.

No Smoking. Animals Accepted No Pet Fee (2 DOGS MAX, NO EXCEPTIONS)

Linens and towels included with beds made (weekly stays only).

Rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Please Note:
(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.
(2) 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. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

New Bern rental booking tips and tricks:

Getting the best rental value:

• Summer months are high season in Emerald Isle. To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local New Bern visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you reserve the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

More considerations:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to confirm you didn't forget anything. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to propel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. 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 fix it.