SINGLE Family Ocean Front - Howard's Hideaway - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

FINALLY, BACK ON THE MARKET. This 5-bedroom OCEANFRONT Single family home with over 2300 square feet of living space is rentable for the first time in multiple years. With two master bedrooms facing the ocean and a roomy downstairs great room along with a bedroom, this is ideal for your family hideaway or a great place to “work from home” with expansive vistas of the emerald water and white sand beaches.
STUNNING OCEAN VIEW!!! Private Walk to the beach, and we are located well away from the hordes -- often the beach is completely empty in front of the home, accepting complete enjoyment of the white sandy beaches. You can appreciate the ocean vistas and breezes from the wrap around deck – ideally suited for sunbathing or calming while waiting for the occasional dolphin to swim by. You can play in the sand or swim in the ocean on the wide cavernous beach that is only steps from the back door. While in the home or on the deck, you might even see dolphins swimming by.
We want your family to have a great vacation and come back year after year. Appreciate an painless life relaxing on the deck with its beautiful ocean view in a peaceful, modest neighborhood with gorgeous homes. A great home for your long weekend hideaway.
Wonderful location near the new Publix, Food Lion, 2 craft beer pubs, fashionable stores, wine bar, wine market, go-cart track, putt-putt golf, ice cream stores and eateries for every taste. This home is just around the corner to everything you want. The pier is a impressive mile walk down the beach or walk the other way to the point.
Our home offers 5 bedrooms including 2 master bedrooms - each with an ocean view, 1 queen bedroom, a 2-twin bedroom, 1 bedroom downstairs with 2 full beds and a full bath connected to each of the 5 bedrooms! The home sleeps 12 with additional sleeping for 4 on queen futons.
Check-in at 3 pm or later and check-out at 10 am on departure day.
Linens and towels are supplied.
Sunday-to-Sunday units only in the summer.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Emerald Isle. Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Crystal Coast rental experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• June, July, and August are high season in Emerald Isle. To get the best rental for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Crystal Coast vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Some owners offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides have money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by selecting vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. SINGLE Family Ocean Front - Howard's Hideaway has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. If not, email or call the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what configuration is best for your trip.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a particular Crystal Coast beach you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Note any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a terrific stay? Most rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address 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.