15% off - Last minute deal! Oceanfront \"Great Expectations\" in beautiful EI! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Great Expectations West is a charming 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom, oceanfront duplex on the handsome beaches of Emerald Isle, and just steps away from having your toes in the sand! This impressive home boast 3 oceanfront bedrooms with pretty expansive vistas from sunrise to sunsets, and all with their own private decks! Great Expectations is located right in the heart of Emerald Isle, making all of our fantastic local stores, eateries, and family-friendly activities just a short distance away. This home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your convenience. There are also five new "intelligent" TVs, new dishwasher, new washer/dryer, new beds new water heater, and a entirely-equipped kitchen with all you could need and more! You will find 2 Keurig coffee makers, drink and wine cooler, a slow cooker, and a blender in addition to all of your basic kitchen appliances! The furnished decks are the ideal place to sip a morning coffee or an evening beverage while you watch the sunrise and sunset over the rolling waves. Welcome to Great Expectations!

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. 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

2 total pets

Tips for getting the best Emerald Isle rental home experience:

Get the best rental value:

• To get the best value, try shifting your family's New Bern vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local New Bern visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain discounts for local tours and attractions.

Planning and picking the rightrental:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 15% off - Last minute deal! Oceanfront \"Great Expectations\" in beautiful EI! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is usually available online. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what is right for your group.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Record any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few issues.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.