Oceanfront Oasis with Private Pool, Beach Access & Stunning Views – Perfect for - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 19
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4155 square feet

Welcome to Once Upon a Time – Your Ultimate Beach Retreat with Private Pool and Direct Beach Access

Located in the highly charming Dolphin Ridge community, Once Upon a Time offers striking ocean vistas, ample living space, and painless beach access, making it the ideal destination for families and groups looking for the ultimate coastal escape.

Cavernous Living and Entertainment
On the first floor, you’ll find a comfortable guest room featuring a cozy Queen-sized bed, alongside a shared bath complete with a shower seat and grab bars for added convenience. Just down the hall, the recreation area is a highlight with twin-over-double bunk beds and a pool table, ensuring plenty of space for fun and relaxation.

Open Living with Ocean Vistas
The second floor offers an broad, open-concept living area where you can relax and appreciate the expansive ocean vistas through enormous windows. The entirely equipped kitchen features refreshed appliances and sleek granite countertops, ideal for preparing meals. The adjoining dining area and cozy living room are ideal for gatherings or peaceful evenings. Two additional guest rooms are located on this level: one with a Queen-sized bed and a private bath, and another with a King-sized bed and semi-private bath.

Oceanfront Primary Suites
On the third floor, the oceanfront primary suites provide the ultimate in comfort and privacy. Each suite is furnished with a extravagant King-sized bed, a private bathroom, and its own private balcony—ideal for watching the waves and appreciating the salty breeze. A fourth guest room with a Double and Twin bed also shares access to a private bath, providing ample space for everybody to relax.

Private Pool and Beach Access
Outside, the private pool is the ideal place to relax or cool off after a day in the sun. Or, take a short walk along your own private path to the beach, where you can savor the serenity of the shoreline. The cavernous deck offers the ideal setting for al fresco meals, with the calming sound of the ocean waves as your backdrop.

Book Your Stay Today
Once Upon a Time has everything you need for a anxiety-complimentary, enchanting beach vacation. With private beach access, a invigorating pool, pet-friendly accommodations, and roomy rooms, it’s the ultimate coastal getaway. Book your stay today and experience the best of Emerald Isle at Once Upon a Time!

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the beach. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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

Pets allowed

How to find the best Emerald Isle rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• In the Crystal Coast area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Summer is the most expensive season in Emerald Isle. To get the best value, shift your family's Crystal Coast vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Crystal Coast area visitor guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Crystal Coast area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and pick the bestrental:

• First and foremost, have your family select a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. Oceanfront Oasis with Private Pool, Beach Access & Stunning Views – Perfect for has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before booking your rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or could be applied to your invoice.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for a terrific stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if damages are assessed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• At departure, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and look 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 rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Most rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, 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 as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.