Relax, Play, Enjoy at OFFSHORE BLUE - Sound Front Home 4 BR 2 Bath - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2150 square feet

OFFSHORE BLUE is a impressive sound front home located in the private Marsh Cove neighborhood of Emerald Isle. OFFSHORE BLUE offers spectacular vistas of Bogue Sound with its waterfront location ready for paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing. The home is located at the end of a long driveway on a peninsula away from other homes, giving you a private getaway. Feel the ocean breezes from the broad deck and appreciate the pretty vistas of water, marsh, and wildlife from the dock. A short 5 to 10 min. walk will lead you to the pristine beaches of the Crystal Coast, the boat ramp with nature trail, pier, and playground, and Chapel by the Sea. Bring your bicycles and ride on the bicycle path that stretches the length of Emerald Isle. After a day at the beach by the emerald green waters, savor a fun competitive game on the new putting green, and then relax with a front row seat on the NEW floating dock to view spectacular sunsets.

Our home is about 3 miles from Emerald Isle town center where you will find eateries, shopping, a movie theater, mini golf, post office, and Bogue Inlet Pier. Swansboro, Morehead City, and Beaufort are all painless drives and are fun to discover. Hammocks Beach State Park and Fort Macon offer great activities for the whole family.

The interior features a modern take on classic coastal design. Numerous upgrades have been made to make your experience comfortable and enchanting. The kitchen is well outfitted for the chef in your event. The up-to-date bathrooms feature nice finishes such as the soaking tub in the upstairs bathroom located by a picture window. Appreciate the home sound system and listen to your favorite music indoors and outdoors. The home also has four huge TVs and wifi. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed, ensuite bathroom, and private balcony with outdoor seating to enjoy the sunrise. The second upstairs bedroom features a comfortable queen-sized bed and vistas of Bogue Sound. Two of the bedrooms are located on the main floor with one featuring a queen-sized bed and a Juliet balcony. The other main level bedroom has a full-sized bed.

Other amenities supplied: putting green with lights for nighttime-time play, kayaks (3), paddle board (1), bicycles (2), propane gas grille, beach chairs (6), Sea Striker beach/dock cart and Little Tikes wagon.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best Emerald Isle vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the New Bern area. To get the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular New Bern attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies frequently offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, property management companies supply New Bern area visitor guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership 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.

How to choose the perfect vacation home in Emerald Isle:

• Choose vacation week and max budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Relax, Play, Enjoy at OFFSHORE BLUE - Sound Front Home 4 BR 2 Bath has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before you reserve your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out what is suitable for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular New Bern beach you love, look for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.

Tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Upon arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. 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.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.