Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

Seas the Day makes it painless to relax and savor the elegant, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least busy beaches in the Southeast. (Readers Digest #1 Beach in NC in 2024)

Stay here and appreciate the entire East side of this handsome duplex all to yourself. Privately relax on one of four decks or spend the evening on our private patio in back. Hop on the included golf cart or take a short walk or bicycle ride to the ocean or the sound. It’s less than a two-min walk down a peaceful street with virtually no traffic to get to the private beach access for the neighborhood. There's no public parking close by, so you don't have to share your beach heaven with hordes. A 2-min walk the other way is the public boat launch for a delightful sunset or fishing spot, and an spectacular playground. If you're looking for a peaceful, comfortable place for your family and friends to enjoy Emerald Isle, you are warmly welcome to stay in our home.

Each of the three upper bedrooms have their own deck and intelligent TVs. Blackout curtains for a good nighttime's rest in each room. Ground level bedroom has twin over full bunk bed, board games, life-size games and a intelligent TV.

TOWELS & LINENS PROVIDED: Bath towels and bed linens are supplied at no charge to our guests.

We supply basic cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials like foil, plastic wrap, basic seasonings, ground coffee, dishwasher detergent and hand soap. We supply toilet paper and paper towels to get your vacation started.

2 Beach umbrella, 8 beach chairs, 4 bicycles and tons of beach toys available to use, so no need to pack or rent those. All you need is your beach towels!!

One Kayak is available for your use (with life jackets). Sound access is across Emerald Drive.


HOME RULES

1. Primary renter through Vacation Rental By Owner must be over 25 AND present during entire stay.
2. NO SMOKING/VAPING. We request that guests do not smoke/vape inside or near the home - we pride ourselves on providing a "smoke-complimentary" environment.
3. We ask you to rinse off in our outdoor shower after any beach time.
4. NO PARTIES/EVENTS
5. We will ask all reservations to confirm the max. number of 11 guests (max of 8 adults)

OFF LIMITS/LOCKED AREAS: Thank you for respecting that the locked owners' closets and cabinets are kept locked and off-limits to guests.

GOLF CART RULES: Please enjoy our golf cart, but follow Emerald Isle's Golf Cart Regulations. IF you get a ticket, we will pass this fee on to you. To drive the golf cart lift the drivers seat up, push the button on the battery in, put seat back, turn on LCD screen on dash by holding power button down for 2 sec, then turn key to on. When finished driving for the day be sure to take key out and turn off battery. When battery is low as indicated on LCD screen, use drop cord to plug it in for charging.

1. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Police will issue a ticket for all riders.

2. No one under the age of 18 may operate the golf car at any time.

3. You CANNOT drive on sidewalks or bicycle paths at any point on the Island. EI police will ticket you and we will not be responsible.

4. At NO time can you drive on the main HWY 58 or COAST GUARD ROAD. You can cross it at any point on the Island.

5. Golf carts must be operated in accordance with all applicable state and local traffic laws and ordinances. All ordinances pertaining to the possession of consumption of alcoholic beverages. If you get a DWI or DUI, our tag will be revoked for one year and you will be subjected to a $500.00 fine.

SECURITY. We have 2 exterior security video cameras facing the driveway and carport that are always on 24/7.

THINGS TO DO:

Seas The Day is located in the private oceanside community of Shell Cove, which is a great area to walk, bicycle or rollerblade. Emerald Isle is bicycle-friendly with bicycle paths along the major roads. (We supply a 4 bicycles and a pump for tires)Bicycle or walk to the Emerald Plant Shopping 2.5 miles away. You can walk comfortably to the pier via the beach (about 2 miles away). Emerald Plant. Shopping, Food Lion or Publix, water park, cinema, shopping, mini-golf, eateries, canoe and kayak units and surf shop are only 2-3 miles away. You'll often find fabulous tidal pools on our beach during low tide. Bring flashlights to look for crabs at nighttime and a pair of binoculars to watch the dolphins or birdwatch. Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 2-mile walk on the beach to right. Surf fishing is trendy especially when the beaches are peaceful. We’ve tried to stock the kitchen with necessary silverware and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. Food/Grocery: Note that the grocery stores are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive.

• Food Lion in the close by Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. (Delivery available through Instacart)

• Publix – next to Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up through Instacart.

• Lowes Foods - A trip across the bridge. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up.

• CVS Pharmacy – just before Emerald Plant.• Walgreens Pharmacy – across the bridge, near the Lowe’s Food

• Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and Sweet Spot Ice Cream - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

• Flip Flops Donuts - on Emerald Drive close to the pier

Local Activities Nearby:

• Mac Daddy's (go-carts, putt putt, bowling & amusements)

• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf

• Salty Pirate water park

• Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Units has units available.

• Emerald Plant. Shopping Center Cinemas. It has 4 screens and usually 6 movies

• Playgrounds close by: Sen. Jean Preston Memorial Park (.3 mile) Blue Heron Park (1.4 mile)

Some of our favorite EI Eateries:

• Caribsea – fine dining

• Kathryn’s Bistro – fine dining

• Village Market

• Fish Hut Grille

• Trading Post

• Snapperz

• Shepard's BBQ

• Gaffers

Pizza places: Saturday nighttime is packed in summer. These places will deliver, best to place your delivery order far in advance!

• Michelangelo’s Pizza and Subs

• Lazzara’s Pizza and Subs

• Circle Pizza and Subs

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is near the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips to get the best Crystal Coast vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are high season in Emerald Isle. Booking in the Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have coupons for local shops and restaurants.

Filter your rental search:

• First, have your group select the best dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Short walk to ocean and sound! FREE use of golf cart! Several decks & a patio! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is often accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before reserving your rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.

More considerations:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect your property!
• Record any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected everything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.