Location: Emerald Isle, Central Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (Ten minutes and one stoplight from beaches of Emerald Isle) View Map
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Rent Direct From The Owner And Save!
Fantastic Authentic Farmhouse(perfect getaway for family vacations, weddings, reunions or lodging 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.
WEDDINGS
John & Lucille’s picturesque country farmhouse is the perfect location for an intimate wedding ceremony and reception. The beautiful gardens surrounding the house make a romantic setting for an outdoor wedding of up to 50 guests. The wedding party and their families and guests will appreciate the ease of having your ceremony, reception and lodging at one site.
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.
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. 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. 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.
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.
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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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Emerald Isle
I inherited the farmhouse in 2006
The Unique Benefits at this Farmhouse
The farmhouse is only 8 miles and one stop light from Emerald Isle. You can go to the beach each day in 10 minutes and then come home to the shade and breezes at the retreat.
Owner's Map of Emerald Isle
After college I left North Carolina to pursue a career and in the 2002 moved back to Stella where I grew up. The John & Lucille’s Country Retreat is my homeplace. I couldn’t imagine selling the house I had grown up in and where my parents had shared so much love. Nor did I want it to become a traditional rental property. Creating this country retreat, allows me to share the pleasure and joy it has always given me and my parents with others. It is a pleasure to prepare the farmhouse for new guest each week in hopes they will have the most special vacation, family reunion, or wedding. The farmhouse is near Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point Military bases. I so honored to have so many Maines and their families stay at the retreat each year. Deloria
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
- Intimate wedding ceremony and reception
- An unique country wedding
- Muscadine grapes are ready to pick in September
- Carolina Room (Master Suite #2) with bath
- A Country home for families. Your Dog is welcome also.
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Thank you so much for opening up this beautiful home to us for our wedding. We had such a wonderful time that we will never forget. The weather was perfect and the property made every picture we took look amazing. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect week for our friends and family. Thanks again!
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The beds, like the home are fabulously comfortable! We had a delightful stay-thank you so much for this!!
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How wonderful to sleep under a guilt! It is like stayng at grandma's. Thanks for your overwhelming hospitality. This home is so full of love.
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Thank you so much for sharing your home and family history. The home is a "home away from home". The fresh flowers and fruit basket were such a nice touch. We enjoyed our stay very much.
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We had an unbelieveable week in your very comfortable and homey retreat. The house is wonderful and your beautiful touche have added so much. We loved the area and found so many wonderful things to do and explore. It has been heavenly. Than you for the gift basket and beautiful flowers
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After driving for 900 miles to reach this beautiful home, we cannot express the feeling of welcome when entered the door. We have had a lovely 2 weeks. The boys loved the surf, we had great trip to Cape Lookout, Fort Macon, Harkers Island, Hammocks state Park and of course the beach. The Icehouse resturant in Swansboro gave us a great "last night" meal. Thank You.
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Thank you for such a wonderful stay. We couldn't have asked for anything more.....the water, flowers, the beds. Ii just felt like home. It was truely like heaven!
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Thank you so much Deloria for sharing your retreat with us. It is so homey and comfortable. You went all out with the goodies in the basket, fruit, fresh flowers, water in the fridge. You made us feel so welcome with the personal card. My grandson was ecstatic when he came inside the house. His first response was, "We must come back here". Both grand kids had a ball. That was so much space for them to play and ride their bikes. It was such peace for the adults and all the amenities were so thoughtful.
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We worried just a bit about not being closer to the beach, but the short distance proved to be more than a fair trade for the tranquility we experienced. Deloria's eye for detail provided everything that helped our family feel right at home. Thanks!
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Thank you for the awesome hospitality! Your retreat is wonderful, we couldn't have asked for a better vacation. Thanks for all the helpful travel hints in your bookelet and the goodies. We highly recommend this home We hope to plan another trip her.