Oceanview, close to beach, pool, fire pit, dog friendly with no extra fee! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2400 square feet

Barefoot Pelican - Bring your family and friends together in this cavernous oceanview 4BR/3.5BA middle-row vacation home with a pool that is just a short walk to the beach. This vacation spot has plenty of parking, even for a boat trailer, and is just a 2-min. drive to the complimentary public boat ramp. The ground-level game room with a foosball table and video games also offers a second full refrigerator to make outdoor grilling convenient.

Barefoot Pelican, a freshly refreshed (kitchen, LVP floor and amenities) a 4BR (PLUS BONUS ROOM)/3.5BA vacation home with a pool, has everything you need to savor a trip to Emerald Isle. The roomy home offers ocean vistas, a very short walk to the beach for calming, fishing, or surfing, and is located along the broad walking and cycling path. Barefoot Pelican is within walking distance of 2 beach accesses, the complimentary public boat ramp, and a kids’s park. You are a short drive, or bicycle ride from many eateries, stores, coffee stores, and grocery stores. It’s an ideal location to discover Emerald Isle!

~2400 Sq Ft the home features a reverse floor plan to maximize ocean vistas. The expansive main living area is on the top floor of the home with bedrooms on the ground level and second floor. The bottom floor features an additional full refrigerator and game room with a sleeper couch and a foosball table.

Bedroom 1: King | Bedroom 2: King | Bedroom 3: King | Bedroom 4: 2 Singles | Bonus Room: Sleeper Couch

First Floor Features: Full refrigerator, sleeper couch, pool door entrance, flat screen intelligent TV, additional seating, Bedroom 1 w/ king bed and ensuite bathroom. The door to the bedroom and additional/game room can be closed for privacy.

Second Floor Features: Bedroom 2 with king bed, ensuite bathroom, intelligent TV. Bedroom 3 with king bed and intelligent TV. Bedroom 4 with two single beds and intelligent TV. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are located on the ocean side of the home and have direct access to an outside covered deck with furnishings.

Third Floor Features: Sizable spacious living area, open oceanside deck with furnishings. The open and airy kitchen provides a breakfast bar with seating for 6. The enormous living room couch facing the intelligent TV and oceanviews is a comfortable space to appreciate a family move or relax with your favorite book. The dining area has enough seating for 6. Half bathroom for convenience. There is a work nook in the kitchen that provides a space to work from a lap top.

Additional Conveniences: Outdoor gas fire pit and 3 adult bicycles for your use. Full-size washer and dryer in the laundry room. Hot and cold enclosed outside shower. Gas Grille. Picnic Table. Oceanside pool with furnishings. Beach cart and pool toys.

Parking: 4-5 full-size cars or trucks or 3-4 cars and a boat trailer

No Smoking of ANY kind - $250 fee applies

1 dog under 50lbs allowed with no fee. Second dog allowed with a $150 non-returnable fee.

No Parties or Events

No moving interior or exterior furnishings. Additional costs apply.

Cameras:

Nowadays, there are cameras everywhere. Unfortunately, it’s a way of life these days. There are (3) Ring security cameras on the property. These are for our protection. We need to monitor access to the pool area. They are NOT looking at the pool. We turn the notifications off during the rental season. The videos are archived for 180 days.

1. Door Bell.

2. Camera 2 looks at the sliding glass door and gate accessing the pool area.

3. Camera 3 looks at the other gate by the HVAC equipment
***Security cameras at front door and pool entrances***

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 in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Kayaking, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Summertime is high season in Emerald Isle. Booking your vacation home in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Some owners offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide when you check-in. 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 offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and choose a perfect Crystal Coast rental home:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Oceanview, close to beach, pool, fire pit, dog friendly with no extra fee! has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Is your family looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Be respectful. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good feedback to drive future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.