SINGLE Family Ocean Front - Howard's Hideaway - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

FINALLY, BACK ON THE MARKET. This 5-bedroom OCEANFRONT Single family home with over 2300 square feet of living space is rentable for the first time in multiple years. With two master bedrooms facing the ocean and a roomy downstairs great room along with a bedroom, this is ideal for your family hideaway or a great place to “work from home” with expansive vistas of the emerald water and white sand beaches.
STUNNING OCEAN VIEW!!! Private Walk to the beach, and we are located well away from the hordes -- often the beach is completely empty in front of the home, accepting complete enjoyment of the white sandy beaches. You can appreciate the ocean vistas and breezes from the wrap around deck – ideally suited for sunbathing or calming while waiting for the occasional dolphin to swim by. You can play in the sand or swim in the ocean on the wide cavernous beach that is only steps from the back door. While in the home or on the deck, you might even see dolphins swimming by.
We want your family to have a great vacation and come back year after year. Appreciate an painless life relaxing on the deck with its handsome ocean view in a peaceful, modest neighborhood with splendid homes. A great home for your long weekend hideaway.
Wonderful location near the new Publix, Food Lion, 2 craft beer pubs, fashionable stores, wine bar, wine market, go-cart track, putt-putt golf, ice cream stores and eateries for every taste. This home is just around the corner to everything you want. The pier is a striking mile walk down the beach or walk the other way to the point.
Our home offers 5 bedrooms including 2 master bedrooms - each with an ocean view, 1 queen bedroom, a 2-twin bedroom, 1 bedroom downstairs with 2 full beds and a full bath connected to each of the 5 bedrooms! The home sleeps 12 with additional sleeping for 4 on queen futons.
Check-in at 3 pm or later and check-out at 10 am on departure day.
Linens and towels are supplied.
Sunday-to-Sunday units only in the summer.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Emerald Isle. Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Our top Rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking your vacation home in the Fall or Spring is a good way to save on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Often, management companies supply New Bern area travel guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental 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.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Start by having your group commit to vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. SINGLE Family Ocean Front - Howard's Hideaway has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Tips to have a smooth stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Record any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all of your things. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your family have a wonderful vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.