Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1650 square feet

2025 Updates: New bedframes in all the rooms, no more old box springs! New coffee maker (drip and - k cup), Ninja Air Fryer!

UPDATED for 2024:
New ROKU's for all TV's with YouTube TV supplied. New hammock. New glassed in shower in the main bedroom along with fresh new paint and decor. New stainless refrigerator.

o Welcome to Xanadu East! It's charming! We are an oceanfront duplex with marvelous vistas, great for families with kids or adults looking for an adult only get-away

o Xanadu East is a light, bright and airy oceanfront duplex with amazing, sweeping ocean vistas. Two oceanfront and two ocean view bedrooms help you feel at home with your friends and family in the elegantly decorated beach home. Ceiling fans help spread the ocean breezes to every room. Two enormous decks and a few steps to the wide expanse of beach frontage enhance every moment at Xanadu. Watch the dolphins lazily pass by, often taking time to frolic and fish in the surf. Pelicans and seabirds galore. Surf fishing both in and out of season is superb. Clean your fish and have them for dinner! Do get a license.

o This duplex sits taller and closer to the ocean than its neighbors which makes for impressive vistas! One can see all the way from Indian Beach to the Point from the top deck. We've discovered that by being closer to the ocean (while not giving up good beach depth) life with kids and especially little ones is just much easier! You can see your kids effortlessly from the deck if you'd like to have a drink or you just take a few steps and you are right on the beach with them. There is a sizable outdoor shower with hot and cold water outside for cleaning off all the sand that seems to get everywhere!

o We attempt to maintain Xanadu East in the best condition we can provide. 2019 brought a brand new kitchen with up to date cabinets and drawers; a new stove and microwave, a combo coffee maker, refreshed lighting and new bench seating at the table! Check out the all-new artwork, all the photos are taken by our family to showcase our adore of the Crystal Coast. The updated decks flow off the living area creating an spectacular place to gather with family, friends and handsome vistas. 2023 brings new floor in the bedrooms, new couches and chairs upstairs!

o Two very roomy decks are accessed through the sliders in the ocean front bedrooms. The first floor deck is completely shaded and is equipped with polywood chairs and rockers, foot rests, and side tables. A hammock for your fun and comfort! A picnic table provides painless eating space. The top deck makes for a great place to eat a meal. Also supplied are polywood chairs and rockers along with a picnic table and umbrella and a couple of chaise lounges. Each deck has an exit gate to keep kids where you need them.

o The second floor includes the living area, kitchen, dining area and a second master bedroom and bathroom. The second floor has a vaulted ceiling with canned lighting and fans in both the calming area, the dining area and bedroom. Two sets of sliding doors provide an marvelous amount of light to the entire second floor. You can eat in the dining area and your digestion will be aided by the vistas of the Atlantic Ocean beckoning to you. A huge bay window provides additional light.

o For those that want to discover the island, there are plenty of activities away from the beach for everybody in your group. For the active: bicycling (units available on island), golf, kayak and boat units, mini-golf, golf-carts, amusement park, horseback riding, volleyball, water park, driving range, skating, off-shore fishing, kite-flying. For the sightseer and shopper: There is Morehead City, Beaufort waterfront, Swansboro waterfront stores and antiques, Emerald Isle stores, North Carolina Aquarium and more.

o We provide gates at the top of each outdoor stairway, beach chairs (limited), beach towels, sand toys, beach umbrellas, body boards, modest infant wading pool (not always available based on prior guest usage), charcoal & gas grille, hammock, 3 picnic tables, deck chairs, rockers, chaises, games, puzzles, books. We supply complimentary toilet paper and paper towels for your arrival. Pack your clothes and leave the rest to us.

o Flat screen TVs in living room area and all bedrooms. Undercover parking.

o Located on the handsome Crystal Coast of Carteret County, Emerald Isle is located south of Cape Hatteras. WE ARE THE SOUTHERN OUTER BANKS (SOBX) The beach community is family aligned, peaceful and never busy! A short drive will provide plenty of activities for you and your family.

o North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knolls Shore, Miniature golf, water park, eateries, Morehead City and Beaufort docks to rent deep-sea fishing boats or take a trip to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and come away with an fantastic supply of shells. Always plenty of beach space for your vacation enjoyment. EXQUISITE sunrise and sunsets to begin and end glorious beach days. Quiet strolls along the beach 24/7! Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter within 15 mins.. Hammocks Beach State Park, Bear Island, Harker's Island, Cedar Island, deep sea fishing. (black sea bass, vermilion snapper, amber jack, mahi-mahi, trigger fish et al. Couldn't ask for much more. Plenty of shopping for just about anything a beach lover might want to buy! Food Lion and Publix are conveniently located for those who develop an appetite on the beach.

NOTE - For new bookings in the 2024 and beyond season family pets will NOT be allowed.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Emerald Plantation are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal New Bern rental home experience:

Finding your best deal:

• To find the best value, consider changing your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Look for your local New Bern area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides contain coupons for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Choose your dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If there's a certain New Bern destination you love, keep an eye out for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. Get in touch with the property manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean 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.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great ratings to drive new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.