Unique Octagonal-Style Beach Home with Pool Kid + Dog Friendly! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 20
• 6 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 5500 square feet

Our Beach home is a very unique octagonal-style home with a lot of natural stone features. The home is a 5,500 sq ft roomy place to gather for enormous families, family get-togethers or group gatherings. It features a very huge, open kitchen/dining/living room area, 5 bedrooms (sleeping 20 people!), 3 bathrooms, game room, pool table, deck and pool area!

The first floor has 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, a kitchenette/dining area, laundry area with full size washer and dryer, a game room with pool table and 2 intelligent TVs. The biggest lower level bedroom features 3 twin over full bunk beds - enough sleeping space for 9! The top bunk beds are for kids. The additional first floor bedroom features a queen bed - room for 2! The game room also has a sleeper couch (room for 2) and 2 additional couches.

The second floor features a huge open-concept Kitchen/Dining Room/Living Room area. with sizable, open windows for a breathtaking view. The main dining room table has seating for 8 and the kitchen island has seating for an additional 4 people. The living room area includes 3 couches and 2 chairs - so much space for socializing and entertaining! The second floor also includes 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The master bedroom includes a king size bed (room for 2) and full-sized bathroom. In addition the master bedroom has a separate on-suite style bedroom with 2 twin beds (room for 2). The on-suite also includes an exterior door for direct access to the pool and deck area. The master bedroom also includes a conservatory (sunroom) that over looks the pool and deck area, has plenty of seating and a sleeper couch (room for 2). The third bedroom features 2 queen-sized bed (room for 4) and a sizable walk-in closet.

The pool and deck area feature a large in ground pool with a max. depth of 5 feet. The pool entrance includes a seating area inside the pool for cool relaxation during those hot summer months! The deck includes a long bench/seating area. The pool is not heated.
NOTE: We do have a security camera that overlooks the pool/deck area.

The poolside gazebo has also been refreshed to include a brand new bar and sitting area- great for getting out of the summer sun.

The Atlantic ocean is 300 yards walking distance from the home!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the optimal rental home experience:

When to visit Emerald Isle & When to book:

• To get the best value, consider shifting your family's Crystal Coast vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain discounts for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group needs. Unique Octagonal-Style Beach Home with Pool Kid + Dog Friendly! has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before you book the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to determine what configuration is best for your family.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages aren't linked to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon your arrival. message the property manager right away to relay any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your home life. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect your property!
• Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.