Location: Emerald Isle, Central Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (Ten minutes and one stoplight from beaches of Emerald Isle)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Rent Direct From The Owner And Save!
Fantastic Authentic Farmhouse(perfect getaway for family vacations, reunions or a special place for out of town wedding guest), only 8 miles and one stop light from the Intra-coastal Waterway, Atlantic Ocean, and Emerald Isle. Also the mild climate is perfect for playing golf 365 days a year at two public (Star Hill and Silver Creek) golf courses only 5 minutes from the retreat.
This is a non-smoking Retreat.
KITCHEN
The fully furnished kitchen features a new side by side refrigerator equipped with filtered water and ice, dishwasher, self-cleaning oven, microwave and washer/dryer. The kitchen features a coffee maker, wide slot toaster, crock pot, blender, and large selection of pots and pans, and serving dishes. There is matching dinnerware, flatware and china for 16 with a wide selection of beverage glasses and stemware. The kitchen/dining area easily seats 12 people.
You will not find a nicer more equipped home for these prices. Please see what previous guest have written about their stay by clicking on the COMMENTS link below.
BEDROOM HIGHLIGHTS
Here's your home away from home! This spacious, well-appointed, beautifully decorated farmhouse with central heating and air conditioning was recently renovated throughout with newly finished hardwood floors and two master suites. Both master suites have a full bath with a king size bed with memory foam in the John & Lucille room and a queen size bed in the Carolina room. The Mami Young room is elegant with a full size memory foam bed. The William Kuhn room has two full length twin beds, ideal for children or adults sharing a bedroom. Each bedroom has a comfortable chair, Pima Cotton sheets, Egyptian cotton towels, extra pillows bath robes, and blankets.
CHILDREN AND PET FRIENDLY
No need to pack a porta-crib, crib sheets, high chair, or sand toys. The large yard is perfect for children to play. Your family dog is welcome with owners approval and pet fee of $25 nightly or $100.00/Weekly. Sorry no cats.
FAMILYROOM
The large family room has plenty of seating with a 90 inch sofa. It has wireless internet, phone, and cable TV, DVD, and VCR. There is a selection of magazines, cook books, children’s book and novels as well as videos. We provide games, puzzles, or toys for children.
COVERED PATIO/CARPORT
Rock in the chairs and enjoy the Carolina Breezes. Families cookout and gather together in this 20 X20 covered area directly out the back door of the house. Provided is an 8 foot table and a round table seating for 12 people. There are herbs growing for your convenience and a gas grill for a family cookout.
YARD AND GROUNDS
A favorite of our guest is to pick the fresh fruit from the plum, apple, and fig trees. Rest in the shade of mature trees and soothe your senses while rocking on the porch among the old growth azaleas and camellias. Pecan trees drop their nuts each fall, inviting you to crack and eat them as you enjoy sweet Carolina breezes and the spectacular sunsets. Gather round the grape arbor and tease your taste buds with Muscatine grapes in the fall. The spacious grassy yard is a great place for children to play. If you bring your boat there is space to wash it off after a day on the water as well as an outside shower.
LOCATION
Located on a 50 acre farm in Stella is this quiet, peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of traffic but still convenient to all the great activities available on the crystal coast of North Carolina. Stella is known for great fishing and hunting because it is bordered by the White Oak River and the Croatan National Forest. Spend your day at the beach on nearby Emerald Isle or stroll among the shops and museums of historic Swansboro, Beaufort, New Bern, and Morehead City. It is a short 2 1/2 hour drive from the Raleigh/Durham International Airport and 45 minutes from the regional airports of New Bern and Jacksonville.
BEACHES OF EMERALD ISLE.
On Emerald Isle you will find safe, un-crowded beaches where there is plenty of room to walk, swim, relax in beach chairs, read books or just watch the waves rushing into shore. Emerald Isle is one of the last real family beaches. We provide beach towels, an umbrella (50 SPF), 4 beach chairs, boogy boards and small cooler.
MILTARY BASES
The Retreat is located a short distance from Cherry Point and Camp Lejuene Military bases. Families find the retreat just the right place to visit with loved ones serving in our country's armed forces and also receive a 10% military discount. So if you're looking for rest, relaxation and renewal, then this is the place for you. Time spent at this retreat is a sure path to peace.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Dine at one of the many and varied restaurants. Cruise the intra-coastal waterway or take a deep sea fishing tour. The Crystal Coast is a fisherman's paradise and also ideal boating, canoeing, kayaking and golf. Throughout the year festivals highlight the friendly atmosphere found in eastern North Carolina's towns. In the summer there is the Beach Music Festival and the Fall brings the Mullet Festival in Swansboro and the Seafood Festival in Morehead City.
We know you want to get away but it’s also nice to be in touch so there is High Speed Wireless Internet.
Two Golf Courses Nearby:
Star Hill Golf Club Sands/Pines/Lakes 27-hole layout Rated with 3-1/2 stars in Golf Digest's 'Places to Play' Comments on Golf Digest says Star Hill is one of the “best in the area” and a good mix of challenging holes. Silver Creek Golf Club Public course with 18 holes Rated 3 stars by Golf Digest’s “Places to Play” Opened in 1986 Comments listed with Golf Digest says that Silver Creek has “breathtaking views and golf at a bargain.” Both courses only 5 minutes from John & Lucille's Retreat
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central heating and air conditioning
- Washer: The washer and dryer are conveniently located in the house.
- Dryer: (See Washer)
- Linens Provided: All beds are made up with Egyptian cotton and Pima Cotton Sheets ready for you to have a good nights sleep. The towels are large Egyptain cotton and extra pillows in each bedroom. There are bath robes available.
- Covered Parking: A two car carpot used for cook-outs and enjoying the summer breeze unqiue to this house.
- Off Street Parking: This is a country farmhouse so there is plenty of parking area on the large concrete area adjorning the carport/patio. There is also space for additional parking in the yard.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: There is room to park a boat and place to wash after a day of fishing or boating.
- Wood Fireplace: The fireplace is used only in winter months
- Beds
- King Bed: The John & Lucille master has a king size bed and bath. (See picture)
- Queen Bed: The second master (The Carolina room) has a queen size bed and bath.
- Double Bed: The Maimi Young room has a double bed and is decorated in an elegant style
- Twin/Single Bed: The William Kuhn room features two adult twin beds that are full size. Full size twin beds are the same length as a queen size bed so they are perfect for two adults to share a room. Also perfect for teenagers.
- Crib: If you need a crib, we will gladly provide it. Just let us know when you make your reservation. We also provide sheets for the crib.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: There are two TVs in the house that are both connected to cable TV.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: A new side by side refrigerator/freezer with water and cubed or crushed ice in the door
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: The patio area is a large space for dining. There are tables and chair provided for eating outside.
- Communications
- Telephone: A land line is provided for local calls.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pets OK with hostess approval ($25 fee nightly/100 Weekly
- Kid Friendly: This yard is a perfect place for children to play.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Activities and Special Events: Blue Grass Festival, Core Sound Water Fowl Festival and Museum, Newport Pig Cooking Contest, Beaufort Music Festival, Beach Music Festival, North Carolina Seafood Festival, Christmas Flotilla in Swansboro, Mullet Festival, Mum Festival - New Bern, Hammock Beach State Park, Fort Macon State Park, Cape Look Out State Park, Silver Creek Golf Course, Star Hill Golf, Cape Carteret Aquatic and Wellness Center, Tryon Palace - New Bern, The Carteret County Museum of History and Arts, NC Maritime Museum, Crystal Coast Jamboree, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, King Mackerel Bleu Water Fishing Tournament, The Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament, and King Mackerel Tournament.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Season Start End Per Night Per Week
Fall 2009 Sept 13-Oct 31 $159/night $795/week
Winter 2009 Nov 1-Jan 2,2010 $159/night $695/week
Winter 2011 Jan 3-Feb 27 $139/night $695/week
Spring Feb 28-May 29 $169/night $795/week
Late Spring May 30-June 26 N/A $995/week
Summer June 27-Sept 4 N/A $1050/week
Late Summer Sept 5- Sept 25 $169/night $795/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Dining room seats 12 people - Cape Carteret Farmhouse Near the Beach
- John & Lucille Master bedroom - King size bed and full bath - Cape Carteret Farmhouse Near the Beach
- Carolina Master Bedroom #2 - Queen size bed and full bath - Cape Carteret Farmhouse Near the Beach
- Fully equiped kitchen with dishwasher
- William Kuhn Room - Two Full Size Adult Twin Beds -Extra pillows in BRs
- Large Living room with fireplace, wireless internet and TV
- Hall Bath across from the Maimi Young room
- Bath adjoining Master Suite #1
- Maimi Young room - Full size poster bed, bathrobes, 3rd bath across the hall
- Maimi Young room across from the hall bath
- Springtime at John & Lucille's Country Retreat - Dogwoods and azaleas in bloom
- Cherry Trees in bloom during the Spring
- During June the figs are ripe. Guest enjoy picking the plums, figs and grapes
- The Retreat is deck out for the holiday season.
- Carolina Room (Master Suite #2) with bath
- A Country home for families. Your Dog is welcome also.
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After two days and 14 hours of driving through snow, sleet, and rain we were so excited when we drove up to this beautiful house. We knew it would be perfect when we saw the lighted Christmas tree outside and the beautiful wreath on the door. The gifts and special cards on the table were a welcomed surprise - the girls couldn't believe "Santa" had left a letter. When we rounded the bend and saw the cozy perfectly decorated living room, we knew we were in the right place. You have put so much into this blessed retreat and our family appreciated it all (comfortable beds, Christmas decorations, beautiful sheets, abundant towels, etc.) We had so much time to play games, do puzzles, read, and relax together-it is the way holidays were meant to be! I believe that the love your parents shared still blesses this house. The Whaley Family, Torrington, CN
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Thank you for everything. We really enjoyed staying here. We had a great time with our so and his friends from Camp Lejeune. May God Bless you and your family.
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This place was wonderful!! Thank you for your hospitality. The fresh flowers were a surprise and were just beautiful as we "welcomed home" our grandson from his deployment to Iraq with the US Marines. God bless you Deloria for making this time so special for all of us.
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The Gershwins enjoyed a wonderful time here. We laughted, talked, cried, and took a piece of Stella with us. Thank you for supplying such a wonderful place for us to stay this year.
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Thank you so much for the welcome and hospitality! The house is splendid; the furnishings are beautiful, the rooms are comfortable and cozy, and the land is so peaceful and restful! This beautiful restored and maintained house was full of life and love while we were here, and we truly enjoyed it. We could sense all of the care that has been put into this house, care that we have admired and enjoyed. We very much look forward to coming back! Thank you again Deloria!
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Thank you for everything! What a warm gracious welcome you gave us. Everything we needed was here. This is such a wonderful "get away from it all" place - yet convenient to the beautiful beaches at Emerald Isle and Hammocks Beach State Park, as well as Camp Lejeune. The perfect place for our family reunion.
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We enjoyed staying at this wonderful, peaceful, comfortable home as we welcomed "home" our son/brother from his (USMC) deployment to Iraq. We will likely be back again, and will spread the word about this special place. Thank you for all the care you take, Deloria, to make it so nice. (Riso's resturant and Hammock's Beach State Park are wonderful!)
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We love this place. We hope to come back again!!! We will get in touch with you. Thanks for your hospitality, the flowers and all arrangements! Very Beautiful!!! The beaches are great and hot!! Thanks again for this wonderful get away.
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We love this place. We hope to come back again!!! We will get in touch with you. Thanks for your hospitality, the flowers and all arrangements! Very Beautiful!!! The beaches are great and hot!! Thanks again for this wonderful get away.
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We cannot express to you the wonderful feelings we felt upon entering this retreat. It was a home filled with so much love and blessings and we were all lucky enough to get to experience it. All the extra touches placed aroung the house made out stay that much more enjoybable. The welcome basket, fresh flowers and huge watermellon were all very much appreciated. We hope others will enjoy their stay as much as we did. God bless and the best to you always.