Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2564 square feet

New for 2024:
- All TV's have Rokus
- New Gas Grille
- New Deck Chairs

Blue Whale is a 4-Bedroom, 4 1/2-Bath home on three levels. It features a Private Hot Tub and an Elevator (to all levels)! Located just across the street from the Ocean Access with striking Vistas! Blue Whale is located right down the street from Bluewater in the heart of Emerald Isle. Vacationers can bicycle or walk to miniature golf, go karts, gift stores, the movie theater, book store (and more!) at Emerald Plantation. There are eateries, bars and ice-cream stores located within a 15 min. walk or a five min. car ride. The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is roughly a 1/4 mile walk on the beach. No excuse for not exercising on vacation! Just a few blocks from the home are paved paths for running, cycling, or rollerblading. Bicycle and kayak/SUP/surfboard rental stores are very close and convenient. High Speed Wireless Internet Access Included! (Bring your own computer.)

Ground Level: Sizable Game Room has a Couch, a Color Cable TV, a Pool Table, and a Foosball Table. Half-Bath. Laundry Room. Garage. Outside Area has an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower. Gas Grille. Color TV.

Level One: Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed, a Full-Bath and Oceanview Deck access. Bedroom #3 is street side and has 2 Twin Bunk Sets and a Full-Bath.

Level Two: Open Living Area has a Gas Log Fireplace and broad Ocean Vistas. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #4 has a King Bed and a Full-Bath.

High Speed Wireless Internet Access! (Bring your own computer.)

Additional Conveniences include: a Hot Tub, an Elevator (to all levels), 3 Color Cable TVs, 2 DVD Players, a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, a Gas Log Fireplace, a Game Room, a Foosball Table, a Pool Table, Covered Decks with Furnishings, a Gas Grille, Pack n Play and High Chair.

Linens and Towels Supplied! (Weekly stays only)

No Smoking. In 2024, Dogs Accepted (2 Max) with a Flat $200 Non-returnable Pet Fee for weekly stays! In 2025, up to 2 dogs allowed with flat $250 non-returnable Pet Fee for weekly stays!

Rents weekly only from Saturday to Saturday.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Please Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is by the ocean. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Traveling with kids? Consider The Sweet Spot, or check out an event or a game at Cougar Stadium.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the optimal vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Book your vacation home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Crystal Coast area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, travel guides contain coupons for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Make a plan and pick a perfectvacation home:

• Begin by selecting potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Blue Whale, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. If you don't see them listed, contact the property manager before booking the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take video of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful time? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.