Sound of the Sea 303W - 1BR Ocean Front - Just Renovated!! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 800 square feet

Feel a coastal stay in this handsomely furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom oceanfront condo at the Sound of the Sea complex. Recently modernized, it’s ready for you to rent and appreciate beautiful, unobstructed vistas of the ocean and beach!

This striking condo features a king bed in the bedroom, a constructed-in bunk bed in hallway for additional sleeping space, central air and heat, and a well-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher and washer/dryer. Appreciate your favorite shows on Intelligent TVs in both the living room (70in) and bedroom (65in) and relax on the furnished covered porch that overlooks the gorgeous ocean and beach.

Conveniently located on the 3rd floor of the Oceanfront West building, which has an elevator for painless access, this unit offers two designated parking spaces. The complex includes wireless internet, a community pool, tennis courts, and gated entry for your tranquility of mind. Plus, you’ll be just a short distance from stores, eateries, putt-putt, and water slides.

We provide linens (linens, bath towels, kitchen towels) with the beds made for your arrival. Please note: NO SMOKING and NO FAMILY PETS allowed. Typical turn days is Saturday but Flexible stays are available—book your hideaway today!

Only 2 parking passes and 2 gate cards allowed for each condo unit.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this condo is near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. 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

Strategies for getting the best New Bern vacation rental experience:

Getting the best value:

• Summertime is high season in Emerald Isle. Reserve your rental property in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• In the New Bern area, The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local New Bern visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain coupons for local tours and attractions.

Make a plan and pick your prefect New Bern rental:

• First and foremost, have your group select the best dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Sound of the Sea 303W - 1BR Ocean Front - Just Renovated!! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before you book the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a specific New Bern beach you are enamored with, keep an eye out for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to propel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. 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 remedy it.