'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Salty sea air and balmy breezes welcome you to this Emerald Isle apartment, sitting just a 30-yard walk from public beach access! Guests of the 2-bedroom, 1-bath ‘West of the Moon’ vacation rental will savor spectacular ocean vistas, along with modern at-home essentials. You’ll feel at ease with the Intelligent TVs, full kitchen, and dog-friendly policy. Kick back on your private deck while the waves crash against the shore, or grab the supplied beach gear and head down for a day of sand and sun!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walk to Beach | Private Deck | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Ocean Vistas

This apartment is well equipped and ready to host either your modest group or - when renting multiple units together - your entire crew, for a anxiety-complimentary beach getaway!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Alcove: Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private cavernous deck, patio furnishings, shared yard, gas & charcoal grilles, outdoor wash station, community walkways to the beach (30 yards away)
BEACH SUPPLIES: Wagon, huge umbrellas, 4 folding chairs, sandcastle-building set, snorkel set, swim goggles, 2 body boards, skimboard
INDOOR LIVING: Wood floors, picture windows, open layout, 4 flat-screen Roku Intelligent TVs w/ complimentary access to Netflix & Sling, DVD player, dining table, office space w/ copier, printer & scanner
KITCHEN: Totally equipped w/ cooking basics, stove/oven, refrigerator & freezer, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, waffle maker
GENERAL: 1,200 sq ft, complimentary WiFi (high speed), washer/dryer, iron & board, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, curling iron, linens, towels, dogs allowed w/ fee (paid pre-trip), keyless entry & lockbox
PARKING: Driveway (3 cars)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Traveling with more than 6? Reach out about the other vacation units on site (Evolve listings 439152, 439154, 439155). Inquire about renting multiple properties together

*NOTE: This apartment belongs to a quadruplex with 3 other vacation units, with some shared outdoor amenities. Other travelers may be present during your stay*

-- THE LOCATION --

OCEANFRONT: Emerald Isle Beach (30 yards), Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier (1.0 miles), NC Wildlife Public Boat Ramp (1.6 miles), Dudley’s Marina (6.8 miles)
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Salt Pirate Waterpark (1.9 miles), Fun World Motor Sports (2.2 miles), The Watson House and Gardens (3.9 miles), Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway (8.8 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (12.7 miles)
PARKS & NATURE: Emerald Isle Woods Park (2.9 miles), Hammocks Beach State Park (10.2 miles), Fort Macon State Park (19.0 miles), Croatan National Forest (25.6 miles)
FOOD & DRINK: The Trading Post; Southern Food & Spirits (0.8 miles), Flipperz Family Bar & Grille (1.2 miles), Rucker Johns Restaurant (1.6 miles), Caribsea (1.9 miles), The Crab Shack (8.5 miles)
AIRPORTS: Albert J Ellis Airport (39.7 miles), Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (38.5 miles), Wilmington International Airport (76.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it simple to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog friendly with $50 fee (+ costs & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, events, or enormous gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This apartment belongs to a quadruplex with 3 other vacation units with some shared outdoor amenities. Other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: A caretaker often visits the property on behalf of the homeowner, and may be present to perform property-related tasks as needed during your stay

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this condo is near the beach. Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

How to find the best Emerald Isle rental home experience:

When to visit Emerald Isle & When to reserve a Crystal Coast rental home:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Crystal Coast area. Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring is a great way to save on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Hosts sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many rental management companies supply Crystal Coast area visitor guides which include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Crystal Coast visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Selecting and booking the bestrental:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family needs. 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property owner before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your .
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be respectful. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared 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 had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.