The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

**Summer units require a seven nighttime minimum, those bookings are Sunday to Sunday. Fall and winter stays require a three nighttime minimum.**

The Ultimate Dune is just what you're looking for. It's an oceanfront bungalow on the wide side of the island with tons of space for your friends and family. Dune features its own private beachfront deck with a boardwalk down to the beach. The home in 2021 and have made multiple updates over the last two years.


LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has intelligent TVs equipped with Roku and Chromecast for streaming your favorite content. There's a PS4 and a Wii with games for rainy days too. Each side of the home also has a dining space for morning coffee, family feasts, and game nights. There is only one kitchen now. Dune is a comfortable mix of midcentury pieces and up-cycled beachy furnishings. 'Ultimately' we tried to give this one-level home a modern take on a late 60s surf shack.


BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
There are five bedrooms, each with their own unique styling:
1. West queen suite: one queen, a modest ensuite bathroom, and TV
2. West double: two twin beds and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, huge ensuite bathroom, and TV
5. East king: one king bed and TV
There is one full bathroom with a tub for kids on the west side and another full bathroom with a walk in shower on the east side hallway.

KITCHEN
The kitchen is outfitted with the usual suspects - stainless steel pots and pans, nonstick pans, silverware, knives, blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric flat top griddle, tupperware, drink ware, silverware, sippy cups, infant spoons, and more. The pantry has a collection of herbs and spices for your dinners in.


LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
You're just a short trip away from eateries, grocery stores (Publix and Food Lion), and the Emerald Isle bridge. The Bogue Inlet Pier and Surf's Up Grille are less than a mile away by way of the beach.


LINENS
Clean linens supplied by a local company and are included for your stay (sheets, pillowcases, light quilts, towels, bathmats, and kitchen towels). All you need are your beach towels. And clothes. Don't forget clothes.

FOR THE KIDS
We've got a highchair, Infant Bjorn travel bed, infant monitor camera, and eating essentials if you're bringing a modest kid. You'll need to bring a bed cover for the travel bed.

BEACH EQUIPMENT
For your convenience, we provide our guests with beach chairs (there are at least six), beach toys, a 52-quart Igloo cooIer that can hold 80 cans, and a Shibumi shade (check them out online!).

EXPLORE NATURE
- Emerald Isle Woods Park
- Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area
- Fort Macon State Park

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier & Surf's Up Grille
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
- Shepherd's BBQ


HOME RULES & PRECAUTIONS
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property inside or out
- No family pets allowed
- Grills must be used 20 ft away from the home in the driveway
- Do not leave sliding doors open for extended periods, the salt air destroys the furnishings and lets the AC out
- No temporary structures allowed on the decks (canopies, tents, hammocks, pools, or hot tubs)
- Turn off foot wash after each use, otherwise water leaks can cause erosion under the home
- Please use coasters under all beverages to protect the furnishings
- Must be 27 to book
- Talk to us about events, events, and enormous gatherings prior to booking for approval
- This is a striking beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife
- No littering, we only have this one planet
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the home is equiped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances.


*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park. 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 vacation property experience:

Get the most from your vacation rental budget:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking in the Spring or Fall is an excellent way to save on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Crystal Coast visitors guide upon arrival. 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, travel guide magazines have discounts for local tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect rental home in Emerald Isle:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before reserving the rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.
• If there's an individual Crystal Coast destination you simply love, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many issues.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.