Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Soundfront/Intracoastal Sand Castle featuring Boat Slip, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, and XL-Saline Pool. Pool heat available - $750 per week – contact EIR to add. 5 BR, 4 1/2 B. K * K * K * Q * Q.

Spectacular Dock and Intracoastal Vistas: This Island Retreat showcases expansive Bogue Sound and Intracoastal vistas from all three covered, open and screened-in decks PLUS the deep water concrete dock includes a guest wet slip - 4’ at normal low tide, so bring your v-hull boat – with access to Intracoastal right off dock, and a kayak launch, you can boat with ease.

Amazing Living Space: A huge open-concept living area that includes a 75” flat screen TV with ample white leather seating and even a piano – plus - a chef’s dream gourmet kitchen featuring 60” Wolfe® gas range with 6 burners, charbroiler and griddle as well as twin convection ovens; two Subzero® fridges, a dishwasher, ice-maker, and gorgeous granite countertops. The sound front dining room comfortably seats 12 at the additional-sizable extended table. A sizable 40’ screened-in porch just off the pool includes outdoor conversation/reading area, beverage area with refrigerator and just inside is the Game room with pool table, wet bar, huge 70” flat screen TV, wine cooler and stereo wired to both indoor/outdoor speakers. DirecTV® satellite connected to all 8 flat screen TVs, wood and tile floor (no carpet) and ceiling fans throughout. Washer and Dryer. Wireless Internet.

Grandiose Master Suite: Southern Malibu has a remarkable 3rd floor huge master suite with king sleigh bed, sitting area with 75” flat screen TV, gas fireplace, roomy master bath with enormous walk-in shower and soaking tub plus a private sunroom and balcony for exceptional sunset vistas.

Fabulously Private Bedrooms: Four additional bedrooms - each with their own ensuite bathroom, also include large flat screen TV and pillow-top beds – with the ground floor bedroom featuring an outdoor hot/cold shower. All beds made with 5 pillows and No Worries white linens (including comforter); Sand Castle Club bath linens, fluffy bathmats; bathrobes and beach towels.

Resort-like outdoor amenities: The dock home at Malibu features an evening firepit with comfortable lounge seating while the pool deck and soundfront yard showcase a 33’ swimming pool with chaise and Adirondack chairs. An outdoor kitchen featuring 2 grilles – XL Wilmington Grille and XL Big Egg Grille plus soundfront outdoor dining, a 7-person hot tub and a hammock for afternoon naps under the live oaks. ALSO PROVIDED:6 standup paddleboards, 8 kayaks (singles and tandems) 4 bicycles, 2 golf carts (4-passenger and 6-pasenger). Pool heat available - $750 per week - contact EIR to add.

Malibu Sound and Sea Amenity Package: Add-on package includes: Beach Buddy Service - Daily setup/take-down of up to 10 chairs w/footrest and 5 umbrellas includes cooler with a bag of ice. The Malibu Sound and Sea Amenity Package is available Memorial Day thru Labor Day. (weather permitting) - $2000 per week - contact EIR to add.

Bring Your Dog: Pet-Welcoming property means no carpet, leather furnishings and weekly change of all bed linens, including bedspreads and pillow shams. Pet Fee - $250 per dog. Crate/Bowls/Bed included.

Weekly only: Available year-round. Pool is winterized November – March. Pet costs, Pool Heat, Malibu Sound and Sea Amenity Package not supplied in rent – contact us to add.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Emerald Isle. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Traveling with kids? Consider Salty Pirate Water Park and Flatwaters Paddling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies for getting the best Crystal Coast vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Crystal Coast area. Reserve your Crystal Coast vacation home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Select dates and max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Beautiful 5 BR Soundfront home featuring Boat Slip, Saline Pool, Fire Pit, Hot T has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Crystal Coast rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is regularly available online. If they are not listed, email or call the host before booking the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's phone number to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Upon check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• At departure, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out 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 feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to drive new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.